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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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4.5 stars from 252 ratings
Always Fascinating
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“I’m always so impressed by Dr. Geoghegan’s mastery of the diverse subjects he introduces here; It is what makes him a brilliant interviewer. His guests are accomplished and interesting. My “to read” book list is getting very long indeed.”
Moira O'C via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/23/23
A good history podcast
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“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
Dreadful Sound Quality
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“The dreadful sound quality matches the dreadful show. Phone in guests are barely understandable the quality is so poor.
The presenter certainly enjoys the sound of his own voice and the overall presentation is lack lustre. I find myself drifting…”
Mallarie121 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/22
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