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“Very informative with excellent guest contributors. However couldn't get through one whole episode because the host is so arrogant and rude. He interrupts constantly and refuses to distribute anything valuable himself. When one of the guests tried to hear his thoughts on something because he...”Read full review »
kyleesi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/24
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“I love the interesting subject matter, but does Melvyn Bragg have a speech impediment now? I can barely understand his mumbling.
Five stars 🌟 for subject matter
One star for presentation therefore I’ve given a THREE overall.”
Axolotyl67 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/18/24
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“Incredibly intelligent guests and wonderful information, but borderline unlistenable due to the host’s rude interruptions which throw these smart people off their thoughts and audibly confuses them. Not to mention the host mumbles horribly and is extremely hard to understand when he inevitably...”Read full review »
mickten13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/24
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“There are great guests on the show, very knowledgeable and content is top quality. However, I took a star away because the moderator Bragg’s manner comes across as rather brusque at times. I realise his role is to guide and probe the speakers, to come to the point in the shortest time, but he...”Read full review »
Fergie V. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“I much appreciate the probing questions Mr Bragg is able to ask of his guests. They no doubt need to be well studied up”
aaron57248 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/24
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“Lots of letters got returned by the humor- free postal service.”
kidports via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/23
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“These are absolute lifesavers for us and for many of our friends. The topics are always interesting and the questions searching and always clarifies the subject for the layman. The best of the BBC . Thank you.”
Chipagi via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
12/13/23
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“This is THE podcast for history lovers. The selection and depth of the topics means that you can find pretty much any thing you want to learn about and get a solid understanding in under an hour. I know that some commentators have mentioned Melvin Brag’s at time seemingly brash interruptions, but...”Read full review »
Almuderas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/12/23
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“It’s hard to absorb information when the host interrupts the guests so often! He asks questions in a snarky way, then talks over the guests as they attempt an answer.
I had to turn it off. Too bad. It seems like the guests had a lot of info to offer if the host would get out of the way.”
Chrisbman via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/23
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“The host herds his knowledgeable scholars through fascinating histories of people and events. A must!”
Steve Bienkowski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/23
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“Outstanding program”
The other Yank via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/23
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“I love this podd.
It must be peak nerd in history (if that exists).”
Gubbdjävel via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
06/08/23
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“If reading is not really your strength, these podcasts are a good alternative.”
Patravali via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
04/14/23
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“These days Bragg just goes through the motions … he sounds bored and it affects how interesting the subjects are. On the recent megaliths episode no one knows very much so it’s a tough subject anyway. Snooze fest.”
sheerhulk via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/09/23
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“I really enjoy the topics and most of the speakers. As a non-native English speaker I find it very hard though to understand Melvyn Braggs. It’s tough understand his mumbling.”
marksenfromb via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
03/30/23
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“It could have been a very interesting conversation about the Siege of Malta except Melvyn Bragg kept interrupting his guests while they were talking. I understand that he may have had questions even though I’m pretty sure he talked his guests before the episode. Let the guests talk and then ask...”Read full review »
Son of Malta via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/23
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“This podcast is excellent, an example of the quality the BBC can produce. Sometimes I’ve never heard of the subjects or it’s something I wouldn’t be interested in, but it always entertains me and interests me. Great stuff.”
darren1495 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/17/23
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“Experts are excellent; very knowledgeable and generally well-spoken. The host interrupts a LOT and is at times quite rude. He often explains things for the experts rather than letting them talk (which would be fine for time-management if he wasn’t interrupting them to do it), and he sometimes...”Read full review »
ijdjjddhjdnsjsns via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/17/23
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“As always interesting but ruined by gabbling participants. Speak more slowly, value is not measured in wps ie words per second. Too much academic rivalry methinks, primarily female in this instance.”
Gabble less! via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/30/22
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“What wonderful and always interesting radio. Thank you BBC for such as this.
The format having experts in a studio to pass over their knowledge to us ,plus Melvin’s straight forward questions to help us when things get technical or obscure. Also welcome the “extra time “we have at the end when...”Read full review »
byebye4 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/11/22
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“Love the programs but the host Mr Bragg needs to quit interrupting his guests. They are the experts so let them do their stuff and quit making the program all about the host.”
John VerValen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/22
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“Only issue is not being able to find episodes on related themes or periods”
Cmb66677 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/01/22
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“As more and more history podcasts appear, In Our Time looks better and better. If you want balanced, authoritative, insightful history from experts in the field, if you want to avoid hyperbole and axe-grinding - this is where you come. The range of topics is enormous, the format effective if...”Read full review »
Shedcaster via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/27/22
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“These are the best historical monographs I’ve found anywhere.”
raulrey0 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/23/22
“Love the guests and the podcast as a whole but jesus christ Melvyn Bragg comes across really arrogant at times and interrupts his guests in such an impolite manner - especially female historians (e.g. episode on the Industrial Revolution, but I have noticed this on numerous occasions)!”
RoJuBi via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
07/21/22
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“Such a great show in every way. I have been making my way thru all the episodes and absolutely love every one of them.”
CAMA0530 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/16/22
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“I love listening to the experts on these shows, but Bragg is such an invasive interviewer. He often talks underneath these experts while they're talking and it's so frustrating.”Read full review »
Madamethecow via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/17/22
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“I really like the topics and the guests but the host is rude and pushy. Also you can hear his breathing, very odd.”
MarziaLan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/16/22
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“For any new or motivated history teacher wanting to sharpen their knowledge before teaching students, this is a great show for that. Shows like the Forgotten Wars Podcast that spend a whole season on South Africa’s Boer Wars have their place, but often-times we teachers need to know about one...”Read full review »
Mr. Buster! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/22
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“I think it’s a nice programm . I learn a lot. Very sad that Melvyn cuts into often when the guests are still talking.
It irritates me sometimes.”
leloyelisamay via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
02/23/22
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“Very interesting but ffs honestly can’t listen to it because of all the background noise, the host swallowing and gulping water and rustling paper and clearing his voice. MOVE AWAY FROM THE MIC! Or edit it out ? The producer needs to edit this out or coach Melvyn or get rid of him. Honestly it is...”Read full review »
Mikex21010017 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/01/22
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“This is the most enjoyable, informative and interesting podcast i have heard. All aspects of human endeavour and curiosity are covered, though I tend to stick to history and philosophy topics. Accessible without being patronising and informative without being so microscopic that you are left...”Read full review »
kieran-wd via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/02/22
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“Never a modern interpretation on our history. Just the facts. Love this series of podcasts, guaranteed to find a subject you’ll be interested in listening to.”
NJFW1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/22
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“Accurate critical and vivid description. Bringing in Lecturers and professors who are subject matter experts makes all the difference. It’s a unique set up”
usingbloomberfor20years via Apple Podcasts ·
Singapore ·
12/06/21
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“However the editing needs some work. Listening to heavy breathing whilst someone else is talking is a distraction. Especially with headphones on. Otherwise Good work.”
*stelo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/30/21
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“I always learn something from these podcasts even if I am familiar with the topic. I cannot wait until everyone can be together for tea again. I want more frequent episodes if possible”
Andrewside via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/28/21
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“The best History podcast ever.”
Pablo Degetau via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
08/21/21
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“This is the most fascinating, informative program on radio. Melvyn Bragg invites real experts to discuss anything at all, no matter how esoteric it may be, at a fearsome pace and in a very short time gets the experts to discuss all aspects of the subject.
As an engineer myself I particularly like...”Read full review »
dave B of Buntingford via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/11/21
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“Only an idiot would give this long running radio show less than 5 stars”
Rosa bug via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/23/21
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“I love the wide range of topics. The host is excellent and the historians are top notch. The “few minutes at the end” is my favorite part. I have a list of books I need to get to after listening. The only negative-every episode adds to the list!”
Ted269901 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/21
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“I like the program in general….. it is informative. Melvyn Bragg can be annoying, frequently and rudely interrupting the guests, I stop listening midway because I find myself getting angrier with each interruption.”
you do not accept bad reviews via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/21
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“Melvyn knows how to keep his guests in line. They don’t get away with anything”
over the ledge via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/12/21
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“I’ve listened to this podcast for the last three years. It is a great way to learn while I travel to an from work. From Argentina I send my regards and hope you keep it up with history topics. Thank you for the company.”
Sergiosandos via Apple Podcasts ·
Argentina ·
06/11/21
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“This is such a well composed podcast with great guests and a vast depth of information and insight on a range of issues. Absolutely fantastic.”
yelloeggo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/10/21
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“I love to go back and listen to the many great shows from the archives. Recently, however, it seems they’ve taken out the “few minutes of bonus material from Melvin and his guests.” Please bring it back! And thank you for this incredible show!”
Ｚｚｚｚｚ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/21
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“Mr. Bragg’s voice is half the reason that I tune in to this podcast. Absolutely brilliant, calm and cool.”
JohnMoss83 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/21
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“Guests talk to hear their own voice. The host cannot enunciate and sounds like his water just broke. Too much information and not enough structure. Pretentious. Historians need to focus on history and not on their egos. Dump this and go to Wikipedia. On the plus side, this has helped me fall asleep.”
Electromon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/21
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“This series, with its amazing depth and breadth, has to be the pinnacle come on Radio Four.
Every episode is hugely enriching, informative, intelligent and thought-provoking. Long may it continue.”
Tim Pri via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/02/21
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