Reviews
“If you're fascinated by the history of Bulgaria, look no further than 'The Bulgarian History' with host Eric Halsey. This podcast takes you on a journey through time, from the arrival of the Bulgarian steppe tribe to the tumultuous events of the 20th century and beyond. With a deep...”Read full review »
Murdrak via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/23
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“Great podcast! Does a great job of putting it into perspective so you can digest the depth of relations required to achieve Bulgarian identity during such shifting times!”
YazThaSlayer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/20/22
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“Great podcast! It’s really interesting to check the Bulgarian history via no Bulgarian eyes!”
thegidfather via Apple Podcasts ·
Bulgaria ·
09/15/22
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“Extraordinary project, describing the entire history of a thousand Bulgarian year history to the present day. Detailed yet entertaining, the presenters passion is in every episode.”
Booboo pc via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/18/22
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“I love this podcast, I have listened to the entire show and can’t wait for every new episode to come out.
It has inspired me to go and visit the balkins . Thanks for the great work.
R.B.S.-15”
Talisman1453 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/22
“So little Bulgarian history is available in English in written form, and only bits and pieces here and there in audio format. It was a wonderful surprise to discover this podcast! Organized and presented clearly and methodically, it is a wonderful source for anyone interested in the fascinating...”Read full review »
Invanka K. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/22
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“I am Bulgarian and I was looking for another view of the BG history when I found this podcast. Eric did a very good job of explaining not just dry facts, but the geopolitical situation around Bulgaria and how this affected us. I wish this was the way I had to learn history at school. I told all...”Read full review »
Tsoncheva via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/22
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“It’s a good podcast, five stars. My only gripe is that Eric is a real Byzantium hater. Asking Eric for a balanced perspective on the Byzantine Empire is like asking Tucker Carlson for a balanced perspective on Joe Biden or Rachel Maddow for a balanced perspective on Trump. Still, I really like...”Read full review »
LouvaDeus1900 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/22
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“Thank you so much for this! It is so useful and entertaining”
Lunetth via Apple Podcasts ·
Italy ·
11/29/21
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“As a Bulgarian displaced in the world and never learning formally about the history of my ancestors, Eric Halsey does a BRILLIANT job of teaching me about it, and exciting me. My mom, born and raised in BG, is also learning a lot with me and enjoying it so much. This is amazing❤️”
mimi_kiki_oui via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/10/21
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“I’m Bulgarian and I’ve used your podcast as little history lessons for my partner who isn’t. I’ve also shared it with all my Bulgarian friends in inter-cultural relationships. I’ve really enjoyed listening to it myself - great work :))”
RuzhaSi via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/14/21
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“Great podcast. On par with the best.
It is especially informative in relation with neighbouring controversies.
I’m a Macedonian listener. Pozdrav.”
Ivan Gavazov via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/02/21
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“This podcast is very informativ and easy to follow. Thank you for your perseverence, there are many centuries to cover. I can highly recommend this podcast to anyone interested not only in Bulgarian but also Byzanteen and Balkan history.”
oldi5 via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
05/24/21
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“A must-listen to anyone interested in history.”
collage__ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/21
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“I am English and my wife is Bulgarian, this podcast has been invaluable in not looking clueless at the dinner table!
Blagodarya”
jwilliamsimg via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/31/21
“I never knew how important Bulgarian History was to world history. But Eric Halsey has shed so much light on an area I knew very little about. The quality is extraordinary and the content doesn’t just cover Bulgaria but their role on their neighbours and how they managed to stick around through...”Read full review »
Dan.R.1138 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/14/21
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“Thank you for the quality podcast!”
PerfectEZ via Apple Podcasts ·
Bulgaria ·
11/28/20
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“At first I enjoyed this as a complement to History of Byzantium, it rapidly became a favourite in its own right…”
RichDavies via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/19/20
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“In episode 30 learn things about Bulgaria and Balkans learned at school Keep up good work”
toddb1984 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/14/20
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“Sadly I don’t know any Bulgarian, if I do I’m utterly unaware of it or it’s thanks to this podcast. Thus, my review only applies to the English version.
First, let me offer antidotal evidence, that this is an amazingly worthy podcast for... well just about anyone. Yes if you know me you...”Read full review »
greasemandan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/28/20
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“I am on Episode 10 of the first season. The engaging and knowlegeable Eric Halsey presents the material in well-organized, well-presented episodes which develop the history of Bulgaria chronologically. I am writing my Masters thesis on a related topic during the early Medieval period. Like...”Read full review »
politemonkey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/20/20
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“Hey great podcast on the south eastern region of Europe really, the Bulgarians, Balkans and competing spheres of influence in that region. Really fun highly recommended”
C.Wickham via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
05/13/20
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“I love this podcast. Bulgarian history is hard to find in English and in general. In turn, this is a great resource. I am loving the way the episodes are structured and presented as well!”
random person 6 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/20
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“I’m a first-gen bulgarian immigrant in the US and have grown up really only knowing the basics of our history (surprise surprise, they don’t talk about Bulgaria in US history classes). I am loving learning more about the specifics from this podcast that’s easy to follow, interesting, and...”Read full review »
Lora_Y via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/20
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“I am about 25 episodes into listening to Eric Halsey's podcast on the History of Bulgaria. The podcast has captured me from the first episode. I am still catching on and use every opportunity to listen to one more episode, often while jogging”Read full review »
Ani Sister via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/20
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“I am happy to see a modern, comprehensive, fun, unbiassed reseach (made by an American) and presentation of the Bulgarian and Balkan's history. That gives access to everyone around the world to learn and understand more about us and that is an alternative to the western, often very subjective...”Read full review »
Mariyan Stoyanov via Apple Podcasts ·
Bulgaria ·
03/09/20
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“Makes you feel like you are there watching the events unfold.”
RuVal2016 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/15/20
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“This podcast has totally change my perspective about my own culture and history.
I feel proud that someone who is not Bulgarian himself has created such an excellent show about the history of my father land and the origins of my race.
Before this podcast I thought that I was not interested in...”Read full review »
Nushi Lambreva via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
11/18/19
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“I enjoyed listening to your Skenderbeg episode. Or as we call him Gjergj Kastrioti... Thank you for telling the story well.
The Balkans have been the powder keg of Europe, I will listen to more of your episodes now that I know you work well :) 🇦🇱”
Niko Biba via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/19
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“I’m a Bulgarian born- British - American..I have always said that there’s such little information about Bulgaria that I am saddened. I was extremely pleased when I found this podcast. I am truly and pleasantly surprised that someone was as fascinated by Bulgaria as I am. I started from the very...”Read full review »
Kayaaaaaaa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/07/19
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“I live in Russia but I’m trying to learn more about Eastern and Slavic Europe in general and this is a great podcast for that! I especially love learning about how much Turkic influence was involved in the founding of Bulgaria. So cool!”
Rtyuaswq via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/28/19
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“Quite a good history podcast on a topic that hasn’t received enough attention. Well worth a listen.”
GFrankieton via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/14/19
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“Excellent work. This is a fantastic podcast on Bulgarian and even greater Balkan history. Highly recommended for those interested in south Slav history.”
Pants in ants via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/29/19
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“As a native Bulgarian I must say Erik clearly have not heard some of the myths in our history and it’s all the better for it.
P.S :Somewhere in the middle it becomes ‘The Ottoman-enslaved history podcast’ - very cool”
Bojidar Boshov via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
07/18/19
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“Eric does an amazing job bringing us back to the past, narrating with detail the events which lead our country to where we are today. Even though coming from abroad, I dare to say this plays in his favor, being very impartial and objective in its representation of Bulgarian history. Furthermore,...”Read full review »
piwakeup via Apple Podcasts ·
Bulgaria ·
02/26/19
“They fought Greeks, Byzantines, Muslims, Turks, Serbs. They built empires, brought others down - I really did not realize the role of Bulgars in history. Give it a shot, if you like history (and well-produced podcasts) this is for you.”
randolphus via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/09/19
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“Should be the Eastern European podcast, a sensational listen of a largely under taught part of History.
Highly recommend 👌”
Australia💪 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/23/19
“A well researched podcast. I started listening to this because I am a huge fan of the History of Byzantium podcast. Being Bulgaria borders Roman lands this podcast fills in some more details of these two empires many conflicts with each other. Sound quality of the shows is just okay which can...”Read full review »
North Jersey Rock Fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/18
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“I am always looking for a good factual historical narrative. This is one of the best I've ever found. Eric is well researched and seems to have a great deal of personal experience with the part of the world. He keeps you engage and tells the story well. I would for sure recommend listening!”Read full review »
EMAWrica via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/18
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“Detailed and interesting and without nationalistic glorification. Eric Halsey’s pleasant voice guides you through this thoughtful tale. As a German with little prior knowledge this podcast is a great introduction to Bulgaria‘s multifaceted history. Changed my perception of places like Veliko...”Read full review »
Tsche! via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
10/21/18
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“Good popcast appart from the fact the you completly obliterate other opinions than the ones of Bulgarian historians....The Empire was the Vlaho-Bulgarian Empire...(Valahians being the old romanians)...as a proove for this stays the letter given by Pope to “Ioniță” Kaloyan,naming him King of...”Read full review »
-Guateru- via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/19/18
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“As a newcomer to this region I am relying on these podcasts heavily to gain some understanding. This a a complicated region and the Bulgarian History Podcast never disappoints. It’s always informative and entertaining. It will suit history buffs and even those who just want some entertainment.”
MModz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/18/18
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“This podcast presents the history of Bulgaria in a way that can be easily understood and enjoyed by all! The host’s passion is contagious and he clearly knows his stuff! Well worth a listen!”
WI Appraiser via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/18
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“I love this podcast! It’s a great resource to learn more about such a lovely country.”
Mganev via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/18
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“This is not a narrative history podcast. It is a guy fumbling to explain a story working from bullet points. Has no rhythm, and you will tune out constantly. I question the host’s motives and work ethic with his constant plea for money. Some podcasts should be supported, just not this one.”
Curteousjonesjr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/05/18
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“This is a great podcast.”
fred the german via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/18
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“Thank you and your team for putting this podcast together! Love the variety of perspectives and bountiful information!”
Staichovski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/18
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“Great podcast. Very well done”
geogi panterov via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/02/18
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“Thank you for this great podcast. I've been listening for about a year now and am always happy to see a new episode become available. Love your enthusiatic delivery, personal experience with the region and the good research you do. Thanks!”Read full review »
rwerty via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/13/17
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