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Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan
This unique and lively history show delves into some of the world's most important political, social and cultural events and the intriguing personalities behind them. Presented by Dr Patrick Geoghegan of Trinity College Dublin, Talking History unravels the gritty, sometimes uncomfortable, side of our past, and what we can learn from it.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.5 stars from 240 ratings
A good history podcast
Prof. Patrick Geoghegan asks a panel of academics to explain a topic in history each week. The topics range from the general to the very specific. I give it 4 stars on the grounds of the topics, which vary greatly in scope. The very general ones are, by their very nature, too vague but those...Read full review »
S. Redmond via Apple Podcasts · Switzerland · 01/06/23
I’ve been a fan of this show for years. Having grown up in Ireland, I’m actually less interested in the shows on Irish history, and really look forward to the more general topics instead. But regardless of the topic, what really elevates this show above so many others is the presentation. There...Read full review »
G0S via Apple Podcasts · Ireland · 06/26/19
Could be great
Great guests, great topics but the host doesn’t know how to ask a question and the audio quality is awful
eoinsy via Apple Podcasts · Ireland · 08/21/18
Recent Episodes
In this World War Two-themed March Books Special, Patrick Geoghegan meets the nephew of Alan Turing to discuss the enigma traitors. We'll also hear about the travels of Winston Churchill from Robin Cross, and debate why the Luftwaffe lost the aerial war over Germany, with Jonathan Trigg.
Published 03/24/24
Happy St Patrick's Day! In this episode, we chart the history of Taoisigh visiting the White House, how the tradition started and evolved, and why Ireland is the only country that gets this special treatment in the United States. Joining Patrick's panel is Marion R. Casey, Clinical Professor,...
Published 03/17/24
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