“I've heard a fair few history podcasts, and this one stacks up nicely to those of Lars Brownworth, Mike Duncan and Bob Packett. Mark has a connection with his audience, and never seems to forget that he is reading to people and not just to a microphone. That is primarily what he has in common with the three gentlemen already mentioned.
I had no real interest in Russian history. "Russians? They make vodka and dance a lot, jumping up and down with arms crossed." That was about all I was interested to know. Mark, however, sparked my interest and fanned the flames, carrying me along with him for about 74 episodes now. Just listen to one podcast. I think it will leave you wanting to listen to a second.
Oh, and they still make good vodka.”Read full review »
Steve O'Grady via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/04/11
“The research is excellent but the delivery can still be improved. It sounds a bit too staged/overdone sometimes. You can tell when Mark has gone off script and it's much easier to listen to those bits. I like the slapshot episodes - the timing and content is always very appropriate to...”Read full review »
janeycanuck via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/22/11
“Great show but moved soo quickly at times. He has slowed down with The Soviet Union leaders and really enjoyed the reading of Krustev's denouncing of Comrade Stalin (The Boss).
I really liked the reading of Krustiev's papers.... he was nicer in reflection.. but since he was a...”Read full review »
Arthur, King of the Britons via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/25/12