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“I’m an Australian interested in history with a projected trip to both the Netherlands and Belgium and this series covers that whole region . Perfect! The bonus episodes nicely help break up the overall chronological account and provide cultural insights for the modern countries. Keep up the...”Read full review »
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Australia ·
04/13/24
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“I love the narrator and his work shows. His excitement about history is the only one which matches my own. As a firm Habsburg imperialist I am dreading the eight decades to come. But I’ve never understood better the challenges that were faced by the global Iberian empires in that little marsh...”Read full review »
raulrey0 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/23
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“I am duch and am so fascinated by all of these things that the duch made that I never would have guessed🥰🥰🥰
Thanks so much 😁🥰😁”
leileipuppy via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/24/22
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“Last month I visited Amsterdam for a conference. A good occasion to visit its marvelous museums. The paintings tell a story but, you want know more. I found the History of the Netherlands podcast is a fantastic tool to get such information in a competant but also funny way.”
gébal via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
08/15/22
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“Love this. Listening in preparation for an upcoming trip to the Netherlands. As an Aussie, I can relate to their slang and humour too.
What are the chances of finding a comprehensive history of a place you are going too, told by people from your hom country?
5 stars”
Nahaz99 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/06/22
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“I’m learning Dutch and am so impressed by what they’ve accomplished. Looking in iTunes I came across this unbelievable podcast and can’t believe it’s exactly what I came looking for. Nice job by Jim Jeffries and what an unusual but pleasant choice!”
Brownshk12 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/03/22
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“This podcast is really great if you want to learn more about the Dutch (and Belgium, French and a bit German) history! As a history fan coming from the Netherlands, I thought that I knew most of its history (at least roughly). But Joe and Julian are telling so much more stories and details, so I...”Read full review »
El Fregadero via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
10/28/21
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“I keep waiting to learn why every wedding, funeral, church picnic, and every other party in my Dutch hometown in the USA had ham sandwiched in a raisin bun.
We are not there yet….”
Player7373 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/21
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“I am amazed at this podcast and it’s presentation. They present a big picture of the Netherlands, that many history podcasts lack because they focus on the politics or war. My favorite podcast right now.”
OlympiaAlbert via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/04/21
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“I highly recommend this *excellent* chronological history of the Low Countries by two Aussie immigrants who clearly love their adopted country without letting the fact blind them to its faults.
Packed with both dry and silly humour, the level of research in both primary and secondary sources is...”Read full review »
Red Claire via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/25/21
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“I just discovered this podcast and have listened to about 10 episodes so far. This is a great podcast! I have recently been exploring my genealogy in Friesland and I’m finding the history fascinating!”
PeteGrey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/21
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“I listen to many chronological and interview history podcasts. The History of the Netherlands is without doubt my favorite. It’s even better than the History of Rome.”
rboyce0143 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/21
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“These deeply researched stories told with just enough humor and a sprinkle of gratuitous alliteration.
The interspersing of “mainline” episodes building on chronological history and deep dives into specific subjects makes this a great binge listen.”
gerwitz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/21
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“First off, the Aussie accent makes this 2x more enjoyable than it would be without it 😂
I love serious history podcasts and this fits the bill, right in line with ones like History of Rome, History of Byzantium, and The British History Podcast. Great, serious, thorough content, but put together...”Read full review »
JohnPBehrens via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/21
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“Dutch history is explained to the fullest. It is one of the best podcast I have listened to in a very long time.”
tammylynk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/21
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“In school we learned a lot about the dutch history with an focus on the golden age, and what comes after. Loved the connection to belgium and france.
Still missing a lot of northern history about Utrecht becoming a city. Frisian warlords like Grote Pier And the riches of the hanze cities, and...”Read full review »
dballoons1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
03/03/21
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“It was Dutch all along, who knew? Thanks for all you do!”
Andrew from New Hampshire via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/21
“Very entertaining, very well done. I particularly like the good balance between historic milestones and explaining the life of the ordinary people. Listening to this has given me deep insights into this country.”
henning2812 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
02/14/21
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“A solid exploration of the Dutch history. A must listen.”
Hollyoke via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/10/21
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“I only started listening to the show a few weeks ago and now I am all caught up. I didn’t know too much about the Netherlands beforehand and have really enjoyed learning some of its history and you guys make it fun.”
Mike, Regent of Ronkonkoma via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/21
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“The podcasts are clearly well researched and well performed but also have some pretty clearly Australian humor and sarcasm. Really enjoy it. Also look up the picture of the presenter, surprised me.”
Hefty 444555 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/21
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“SUCH a well done podcast! Wonderful overview and details of history, and just the right amount of hilarious jokes. Thank you for this educational and entertaining way to learn about our home country. WELL DONE!”
veusvi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/21
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“I’m enjoying your podcast. The Nov, 2019, podcast interview about the people that hid in the zoo during nazi occupation was very interesting.”
salienan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/20
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“This podcast provided many hours of entertainment for me and my dad as we drove from Denver to Los Angles to fly to Amsterdam during the pandemic. Love the show and love Those Dam Boat Guys!”
Sammy Denise via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/17/20
“I really like this podcast - it’s smart and informative, and also genuinely funny. It taught me a lot about Dutch history! It’s also been fun watching you guys improve - pre Charlemagne was good, post Charlemagne is about 5x better.”
ArabellaMunro via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/04/20
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“Every episode is entertaining”
ohthatsbrian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/30/20
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“This has been great for improving my knowledge of Burgundian history for my 1470s persona for the SCA.”
Flickering via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/27/20
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“I’m still loving this telling of history. Thank you for keeping it up.”
Mel Cavendish via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/25/20
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“This podcast has given me a much more nuanced understanding of European history through the lens of our favorite small corner. I’m grateful, as a member of the Dutch diaspora in America, to the team for (as much as possible) veering away from Great Man history. Instead I’ve been deeply enjoying...”Read full review »
Glock Ness via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/22/20
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“A light hearted journey through Dutch history. Most enjoyable!”
EAH0401 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/20
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“This podcast has been a great companion to my short spell spent living in the Netherlands. It's more detailed than most history podcasts I've listened to, which is good!”Read full review »
noodlicous via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/12/20
“Well documented, narrated, and dense guidance through the history of the Dutch swamp. With masterful alliterations and a lovely sense of language (Aussie English - with the occasional try at Dutch) brought to you by a voice from the Tom Waits imitation club.”
OMK66 via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
08/04/20
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“The narrator makes each episode fun, the humor is Dutch as are the way words are used making its fresh and fun. The humor is subtle, the descriptions are enjoyable and truly paint a picture in the mind. Each episode is fun and impactful. One of my favorite podcasts.”
DC3Amsterdam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/20
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“The reviews are in - we love our noble pals as they wander gamely through Dutch history! They will love us even more in return if we pledge our financial support through their Patreon page. Please help them convince their girlfriends they are gainfully employed by paying a few euros for every...”Read full review »
JMW345 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/23/20
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“Found this excellent podcast while looking for something to soften the withdrawals after binging the entire history of Rome podcast, and boy am I glad I did!
Well researched, with snappy wit - and on occasion some frankly impressive alliteration.
Very well worth a listen :)”
Saasom via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
07/11/20
“A must hear, if you have only the slightest interest in history. Looking forward to every new episode.”
Durch sea captain via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
07/10/20
“I am very happy to have found this podcast. I am Dutch and enjoyed history in school, but there are very few Dutch popular sources to learn more about our history. The presenter is perfect for me, since I am half Australian.”
Orange and Green/Yellow via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
07/10/20
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“Witty in depth exploration of the history of the Netherlands:) Particularly enjoy the “Bet you didn’t know that was Dutch!” section 😹 Also really appreciate that they talk about the impact and experiences of regular people (and herring and sheep...), not just kings and queens and dukes etc.; that...”Read full review »
don't blink via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/03/20
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“As a Dutch republican who loves history, in my completely unbiased opinion, this is the best podcast ever. Loving it!”
Tochwel via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
06/13/20
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“Republic of Amsterdam puts Dutch history across all eras in European perspective like not seen before. As Dutch historian myself I really enjoy listening. Great job you are doing.”
Bas Rebel via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/11/20
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“Is our presenter toning the excitable-ness down? I hope not.
This podcast is certainly entertaining with the dry Aussie humour (when I listened to the first episodes, I found myself thinking: “I’d never realised how Australian Dutch people sound when speaking English” ... ah well!) But it’s also...”Read full review »
AyoLagos via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/09/20
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“Hosts very knowledgeable of Netherland history”
toddb1984 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/20
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“This is a superbly researched and presented podcast. The finely nuanced understanding of Western European history makes this a delight to listen to. The honest Aussie style and sense of humour is highly engaging and fresh. You’re on a winner guys!
If you are a listener with an interest in...”Read full review »
DocQld via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/30/20
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“Good history, good humour.”
KellanWiffen via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/28/20
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“An “outsider looking in” feel to it all. Well versed, well researched by the team. A true appreciation on Dutch history, yet without shirking away from darker parts. Excellent unless you shy away from historical facts or Australian accents.”
Schaduwpoes27 via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
05/16/20
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