Reviews
“I made a quite mild comment about a post he made on X. It was a comment about making Washington DC a state. I said that no way we will go for that. Democrats just want to stack the deck. Then he BLOCKED me. Come on, what is wrong with that comment? He tries not to take sides (normally). But when...”Read full review »
Mike Z - 1776 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/24
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“I like the voices he does, I like how I never know what he’s going to focus on next, and I like how balanced he tends to be on more modern politics. Also, I LOVE reading the comments for this podcast! Some pretty funny stuff here.”
thomaspromise via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/24
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“Can you please do a Carter in 1978 episode? Unexplained jump in two days from 77 to 79. On Bruce’s style: some strange unsettling pauses, please reduce. Also sometimes bad voice imitations - reduce theatricality when you cannot do it. But has a great way of building suspense into forgotten...”Read full review »
TahmVahs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/24
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“Your 14 points about the Biden election are why I listen to and trust this podcast. I don’t agree with your politics, but your ability to notice and admit to challenges or concerns on your own side gives you integrity. Left or right, that is rare in political discourse.
That is why I don’t...”Read full review »
dieing for the daily show fix! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/12/24
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“Why focus on Biden’s debate performance but not Trump’s historical ability to lie, lie, lie and not suffer challenge or consequences. Or for his bigoted laced troupes. By now Americans recognize Gish Gallop when they hear it. I’d give you -ZERO stars if possible.”
Akminer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/24
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““There was no NFL….it started when Eisenhower was President”
The NFL was founded in the early 1920’s, well before Eisenhower was President- if you had said “before Super Bowls” you’d have been correct
The 40 years of one party Congress dominance was entirely in the NFL era
You’re usually good...”Read full review »
TJwheelie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/24
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“Not everything is on Instagram.
Listen to this and get your act together.”
Antener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/24
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“The series on Chamberlain was outstanding, as are many others. This is the top shelf of podcasting.”
Pontius Aquilla via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/29/24
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“But dude, could you spin any harder for Dukakis?”
JKBWDE1988 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/13/24
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“This is my favorite history podcast. Bruce is less concerned about political bent and is more concerned with what we can learn about where we are now from where we have been. Highly recommended!”
Stee70 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/24
“Bruce has read and continues to read every political history and biography in print (and probably many that no longer are). He offers deep context to all these historic stories (especially those that you may think you know well), and is particularly adept at relating them to current events. And...”Read full review »
reedmanmatt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/23
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“Interesting topics, thorough research, engaging presentation. Highly recommend!”
podman451287 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/23
“I am an avid consumer of history media and thoroughly enjoy this MyHistory podcast.
From the topics, to the hard work shown in the researched presentation, to the neutral (or rather balanced) presentation of the host, this podcast works. To highlight the balanced nature of MyHistory, this...”Read full review »
Anyoneatall123 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/23
“Knew I was in the right place hearing the title quote in the first episode I lucked upon. Can’t believe I never knew this show existed and it’s been around as long as it has, great analysis and history and really fun subjects and topics. Thank you for the amazing content!”
SmokingMonkey256 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/23
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“I thoroughly enjoy this podcast. Well researched and well presented.”
daveofds via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/23
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“Thank you sir, well done.”
MIflyer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/12/23
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“Perspective. Context. Effectively addresses the question “What can I learn from history?””
bbjk1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/23
“Been listening for two years and as a high school history teacher, I’m delightedly surprised if Bruce’s well researched and relevant podcasts. Despite his vast variety of topics, he frequently brings connections to the present in a non partisan manner.”
PGH history via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/03/23
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“Best show I’ve found which combines highly informative political information without being overtly political.”
DamDan13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/28/23
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“There used to be a time when people would do their best to put the personal politics aside and report the facts as evenly as possible. They’d let you know if something was an opinion.
Bruce honors that old (and sadly forgotten tradition) with well researched tales of historical events.
Does...”Read full review »
Dann665 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/26/23
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“First discovered Bruce when he was a guest on Pod Dylan and dug thru the catalog of MHCBUYP. Really liked it. Haven’t gotten to every episode but have really enjoyed the ones the piqued my interest most.”
cameramandan83 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/21/23
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“Love the depth and breadth of these shows. Amazing. It’s everything you didn’t have time to learn in high school and college. Also sparks curiosity to further read up on people, situations and eras of American history.”
Big Island Pap via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/19/23
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“Have been listening for the last three years.
Although I consider myself fairly well-read where US history and politics are concerned - I always learn some new fact or pick up meaningful insight on past events with each episode.
Appreciate the pacing and the point of view.
Remains one of my...”Read full review »
Tulsa pizza dad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/23
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“The variety of topics is one of the things I really enjoy. The balance Bruce brings to topics is one of my favorite things. Keep it up!”
SueBelib via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/23
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“Clear, concise, witty, and well researched.”
Orangeinpain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/23
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“Very informative. Keep it up.”
Bob in Va. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/23
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“I enjoy your podcasts very much.”
Cash361 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/12/23
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“What a great podcast. It delves into interesting historical stories and trying to tie it to political events of today. Highly recommend if you have an interest in history or politics or both.”
Vuff$7,64(7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/23
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“This show has fantastic topical variety and is delivered in a fair and accurate way, and extremely well researched. Subscribe to this podcast if you want to avoid chaotic and noisy partisan chatter. This podcast is like enjoying a great college professor’s lectures, delivered by someone who...”Read full review »
paw19780726 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/23
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“I enjoy listening to this podcast and look forward to each episode. It gives perspective on current politics while providing books and other podcasts that I enjoy.”
Realgood r via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/23
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“I came to this podcast because I heard an add where the host was saying something like his show isn’t biased. It most certainly is very much on the Left. As someone in the middle I crave unbiased info, I consume plenty of media from both sides. The show seemed like a very interesting idea, but...”Read full review »
Xloganl13X via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/08/23
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“Tried to listen 10 times in 2 yrs.
It’s not factual US history when viewed from his left leaning opinions, especially when the reader interjects his flawed opinions into modern day.
Seems he’s really full of himself, maybe was a history minor in college?
Some good information nonetheless.
I...”Read full review »
Wardo Ky.Boy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/23
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“Very interesting and entertaining. I stumbled across this podcast a year ago and have been a regular listener since”
hateclown via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/22
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“Good history show that gives context to modern news and politics. The fact it’s angers the maga nutters makes it even better, they really hate facts which reinforces that we’re getting the real info. It loses a star because the ads are inserted randomly it seems. Like cutting him off mid...”Read full review »
Gigligimli via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/06/22
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“I’m changing this back from the one-star.”
pope boniface via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/22
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“Really in-depth history, and a critical eye to our historical political context! I enjoy really appreciate the podcast and try and make sure and listen weekly. One of my favorites”
Grazingcattle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/22
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“This one of my favorite history podcasts. Bruce Carlson presents well researched discussion on a wide variety of historical topics, and often ties history to the current news cycle.”
Michaelooch via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/22
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“If you’re looking for a great, in-depth history podcast with a host who has a genuine passion for his subjects, you’ve come to the right place.”
Agronomist81 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/22
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“And I listen to many many history podcasts.
BBC has some good ones but for US history no one ties the past and it’s players to the present like Carlson. I am a history buff but every podcast I learn something new. Congratulations”
RWBey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/22
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“If you haven't already subscribed and become a regular listener to the My History Can Beat Up Your Politics podcast, do it NOW. I mean, stop reading this and subscribe immediately. Still reading? I say again, subscribe NOW! Now that your back from subscribing and then listening to his latest...”Read full review »
Erik Backs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/22
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“Great podcast, Bruce Carlson does an excellent job tying the past into current events.”
VicStein via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/22
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“Would be so good if it could be more moderate, unfortunately if you aren’t liberal, do not waste your time.”
Tracy6968 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/07/22
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“This is one off the oldest podcasts and has enormous catalog of older programs many of which aren’t that dated. He uses History and politics of the past and ties them to today. He also dives into obscure topics that are enjoyable to discover. Give it a listen.”
Sp239 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/22
“He’s definitely a liberal”
Matthgggggg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/22
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“Can’t recommend a better podcast for deep dives into history and how those events are still relevant today. Enjoy!”
ol' gingy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/22
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“For a show about the history of politics, Carlson does a great job of keeping the podcast on an even keel. Its a close examination of the antecedents to and origins of the issues we face today. A great resource for people who truly want to understand what’s going on.”
Solitus Noor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/22
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