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“I always liked reading about history but the stuff I always read was about epic wars and heroes. This podcast’s literary approach and historical context provides a unique and refreshing perspective on history. This is seriously the best podcast ever! I have listened to all episodes at least 3 times.”
Jlow889 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/24
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“The most informative and best produced podcast. A perfect combination of history and literature”
Manly surf via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/10/24
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“I have just discovered it and I am delighted with it. Well written and read, both scholarly and captivating, humorous and aesthetically pleasing. I would like to thank the author for its excellent work and generosity.”
CarmenJesus via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/28/24
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“I only recently stumbled onto this show about a year ago and have utterly devoured it since; already through the first 86 episodes and and shuddering at the realization that I’m nearly out of runway. Eager to see what’s in store for the next season.
My only fear is that like so many niche...”Read full review »
MLGU Fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/24
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“This amazing podcast. Thank you for sharing this with us, I’m laughing and learning so much & love your tunes at the end of each episode. Beginning episode 7…I’ve so many ahead to enjoy’, thank you☘️👏🏻”
Marti o via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
09/20/24
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“This is an unbelievable podcast. The amount of work put into each episode is incredible!
- Adam in Waco”
Waco Adam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/24
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“Dubious sources for historical aspects and general arrogance mixed with pretension for the rest.”
Nextdoor Pimp via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/03/24
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“Incredibly informative podcast! Host has a lovely speaking voice, it’s well produced and I enjoy the humorous songs at the end. I can’t recommend this enough!”
mortsdock via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/15/24
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“One of my all time favorite podcasts. Always both entertaining and informative. One cannot appreciate literature without a historical context. Thanks for the immense effort and care !”
BillZen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/13/24
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“What an awesome podcast. professional and informative. Entertaining The endings are a treat”
MGP Terps via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/11/24
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“Nothing else compares!”
Anad2000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/24
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“I just finished all the episodes on the Old Testament. Everything has been so interesting, that I just can’t pass up the bonus content, and I’m buying all of it far into the future episodes. This man is so very knowledgeable and entertaining.”
Sandi O'Brien via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/24
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“Thank you, Doug! Thank you for your advance organizer on City of God!”
Hummingbird 7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/24
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“Each episode is a wonderful walk thru of a piece of literature, its relevant history and context - providing not just insight to a work but drawing parallels and links between works. Intelligent, enjoyable and enlightening. Highly recommend!”
MMPSV via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/04/24
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“This is one of the most entertaining and interesting podcasts I’ve ever listened to! Plus I’m learning so much!”
TrueCrimeAllTheTime9 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/29/24
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“Great podcast! I consider myself quite knowledgeable in history but this podcast showed me many historical events under a different angle.”
Kir333333 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/05/24
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“Written and produced with an incredible amount of dedication and passion for the subject, the show is polished by Doug’s seemingly unlimited source of warmth and creativity, which is inspiring in its own right.”
Daniophanes via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
04/16/24
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“Just recently found this Podcast, enjoying the depth of detail provided on each topic.”
JWojSki via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/24
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“I have listened to hours and hours, and I love every nerdy minute of it.”
Toadfather via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
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“Fantastisk podcast om flere 1000 års litteratur”
9els via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
03/27/24
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“Skillfully blends providing the context and summarizing the text. Always makes me want to read the book for myself. Thanks!”
—::;)$&@“ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/16/24
“Love this show.”
sussoper via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/24
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“I'm a bit late to the party but this podcast is of the highest possible standard. Scholarly and never boring with some great humour. The songs at the end of the podcast are genius. Want to expand your mind? Listen to this podcast.”Read full review »
DafCaerdydd via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/16/24
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“My man Metzger really does it up! Brilliant analysis giving you the background knowledge to understand literature in a comprehensive manner! Appreciate all the hard work!!! (Songs at the end are kinda goofy though)”
Bigdogchillfrog via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/23
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“Doug does a tremendous job of presenting each work of literature in a balanced fashion within historical context. Also, I really appreciate the balanced biblical coverage. So much biblical discussion is taken from either a Christian or anti-Christian stance and I really appreciate hearing a...”Read full review »
Robert957395 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/23
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“high quality podcast! Thank you ❤️ eagerly waiting for another episode !”
Katerina_02_08 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/31/23
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“I’m an avid history podcast consumer and I’ve never felt so compelled to write a review and there are some great ones out there. Doug is a brilliant writer, narrator and overall story teller. I’m completely enthralled! Thank you so much for making this show!”
Jogfcsdghyyjkyfem via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/23/23
“This long series of amazingly put together podcast is simply fantastic. Doug has an amazing voice, walking us through the beginings and ends of beginnings of literature and history. Seen from the literature side gives an insight that very few people would have the skill, let alone the gumption to...”Read full review »
Wolfy-away via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/07/23
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“This podcast absolutely Spanks all others. The speaker is so articulate and smart. I’ve enjoyed every second.
If I had discovered this podcast earlier it would have changed the whole trajectory of my life. Even so I cannot thank you enough for creating this masterwork of podcasting.”
LewisBiamon via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/07/23
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“Literature and History does what any educational podcast should do: it analyzes dense, historically significant text and makes it accessible to modern listeners. I work as an English teacher and I listen to this podcast every day on my way to work. I’ve learned a lot from this podcast, which...”Read full review »
Marissakaysongs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/23
“Follow along the journey, it's worth every moment. Doug keeps a consistent and digestible pace at material that is not typically considered easy. He frequently inspires me to go back and read materials I might not have actually read on my own.”Read full review »
MonsieurBooyah via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/23
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“Doug connects history and literature in a clear and entertaining way! I’ve learned A LOT and look forward to upcoming shows.”
RWRyburn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/24/23
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“I came across this thread by chance and have just listened to one episode on Seneca. It was very well presented, clear, at a good pace, and wonderful for listening. Also gave me a new perspective. In my reading ( although I have not read much) Seneca was presented as a saintly Stoic. Thank you.”
Solly Ismail via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/23/23
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“I can’t believe this guy does this incredible work and offers it to the rest of the world absolutely free of charge.
Dude, whoever you are, you really are a very talented and, more importantly, a wonderful human being. This podcast is incredible and I don’t even want to know how many hours this...”Read full review »
Saganthony via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/23
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“Absolutely amazing podcast, I’ve learned so much and it’s done in both a comprehensive yet entertaining way. Thank you!!”
Ddang1257436 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/23
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“on the host because he is the smartest, funniest most talented man out there. Thank you for this show!”
TonyDotsTheI via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
09/04/23
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“An extremely entertaining take on literature and history. The length can be a bit daunting but the payoff is worth it. These long episodes are broken down with little intermissions that provide a welcome rest to your brain. I’m curious as to why Doug didn’t break up these longer episodes into...”Read full review »
GeneFRG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/23
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“I have never reviewed anything in my life but this podcast is THAT good and I can only hope more episodes come out!!!”
Cpommersheim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/16/23
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“I could not love this podcast more. I’ve purchased all the bonus content and am hundreds of hours of listening in. It’s riveting honestly. Doug is an amazing host, author, researcher and podcaster.
I’m at episode 76 and dreading the fact that it seems like this will not go on forever...”Read full review »
DMBAddict via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/12/23
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“I’ve only q recently discovered this podcast and have listened from the beginning and I’m blown away!
Doug is so erudite and displays such passion for his subject and is SO good at conveying his knowledge to those who care to listen. On top of that he is also very humble and it’s clear that...”Read full review »
Precious Lil Else via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/01/23
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“I have now listened to over 60 episodes plus I think 4 groups of the bonus series. The episodes are so interesting and entertaining. The research work that goes into each episode must take forever! I learned a lot listening to the podcast. At first I thought the songs were strange but have...”Read full review »
EngGirl via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/17/23
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“I searched for St. Jerome and came across this podcast and wow, it’s like stepping into a well run seminar. Really well researched and presented.”
CurlsintheSquatRack via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/23
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“One of the best podcast I have listened to. I am so lucky to have found it and I intend to spend a good deal of my remaining time on this earth listening, studying, relistening and enjoying this very thoughtful and insightful course. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and insight.”
Ann211 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/23
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“If you are interested in literature, you should listen to this podcast. If you are interested in history, you should listen to this podcast. If your stars are neatly alined, perhaps by Lady Luck or Fate, perhaps simply by chance, and you like both literature AND history, well my friend, you are...”Read full review »
Ragnar Tjörvi Baldursson via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
07/02/23
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“The latest review prompted this one from me because I too move at a glacial pace as I read all the works as well, including making my way through the Old Testament. I even read some of the additional reading books. Right now I have finished Aeschylus and am moving on to Sophocles. It is a College...”Read full review »
RobBr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/23
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“I have personally listened to this podcast 3 times all the way through. You learn so much and get a unique perspective on the great works of literature framed by the historical context in which they were written.”
Thesquirmy1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/19/23
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“It’s pure truth. Beyond good, didn’t want to but felt compelled to become a patreon support to this amazing beautiful work of art. Just to good”
anthony louis burns via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/23
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