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“This is a typical academic propaganda. They portray everything they agree with as the only thing that makes sense and all other ideas as absurd/evil. Then, they make the claim that they are “completely unbiased.” Safely inside the insular walls of academia they are free to besmirch and ridicule...”Read full review »
Procinctu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/02/23
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“This podcast is more like profanity of French history. If you interested in something more adequate keep searching.”
sokobanz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/27/23
“I’m an American who’s never had a lot of curiosity about Europe or European history—perhaps least of all the part of Europe that would have been home to my own ancestry. But then I fell in love with and married a Frenchman, and have discovered, at 40, that I have such a treasure and a treat to be...”Read full review »
lkyaroch via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/23
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“I love the way this podcast features young scholars from time to time. It’s exciting to hear about the latest developments in French history and see them get the exposure their years of study and dedication deserve.
Gary’s work always brings fresh insights—no mean accomplishment!”
Laurette I via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/15/23
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“Gary brings a keen sense of story-telling and unexpected insightful insights to the grand history that is France. Plus I enjoy his droll humor.”
GAMHSBB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/04/23
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“Unironic use of the term “cis” when discussing Joan of arc. We cannot support this kind of language.”
VietSchlong via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/23
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“Well researched, interesting details, just found this pod, am enjoying it very much.”
Moneygardener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/23
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“the reading style is a real barrier to appreciating the amazing content
- please find a more natural style of reading or another presenter”
Claygirl33 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/18/23
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“John I Lackland of England was not the illegitimate sone of Henry II. He was a true born son of Henry and Eleanor of Aquitaine.”
osheamatt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/19/23
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“I lost interest after 20 or so episodes … not sure why but I could not be drawned back in … it would put me to sleep while driving, as many podcasts do - and I did not fancy the special editions so I decided to bail …
Richard de la Blasienne”
FouDeBlais via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/17/23
“The history detail is excellent, but it is not well suited to be a podcast due to a lack of interesting and engaging context from time to time, and especially because he rarely ever provides a year when he mentions a day (“on March 24, the president…”). Many podcast listeners are running,...”Read full review »
soodfq via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/23
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“Well researched, presenter is very knowledgeable on the subject matter and presents it in an interesting way.
Lost a star because he seems to have swapped from a chronological history which he started with to random topic picks (similar to History of Japan podcast)”
Beyad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/23
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“I have been listening for a while and will continue to do so. The core history episodes are as good as any other podcast, but the more thematic episode are especially value-added. I enjoyed the recent series on the Norman kingdoms in Sicily, Southern Italy, and elsewhere in the Mediterranean....”Read full review »
06011954 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/23
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“Great info, but the ads are so much louder than the dialogue that they hurt my ears when the audio switch’s to them. Please please please fix the audio.”
vanjo2sd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/23
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“If you're a history enthusiast, then this podcast is definitely worth checking out. "A weekly history podcast that will cover France from 3 million years ago to present" is a fascinating and comprehensive exploration of French history, presented by Dr. Gary Girod and featuring...”Read full review »
Mousoubi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/23
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“I gave it twenty episodes because I am interested in learning more about French History. I just can’t take the attitude anymore. Everyone has natural biases and perspectives but this is over-the-top and so unnecessary. Sad.”
historypodguy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/23
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“I really wanted to like this podcast just got to the episode with his “cool” pan Africa teacher. I’m soo tired of people projecting their politics into a history show. What do abortions have to do with history? Miss me with all of the b.s crying liberal nonsense. Stick to history and keep your...”Read full review »
Zblue420 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/23
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“I love this podcast, and I’m not a stickler for pronunciation, but its ghee-ohm, not ghee-awm and if Guillaume didn’t have to be mentioned (and mispronounced!) 1000 times I wouldn’t care. But it’s ghee-ohm. Like Rome. and Home. And Dome. Ghee-ohm.”
Tonyfratto via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/07/23
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“Wack.”
SpongeBobbyHil589 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/22
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“Well produced and well paced. I’ve learnt so much since I started listening a couple of years ago. Especially enjoyed the early history with Gaul and the Romans”
VancouverIsle via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/23/22
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“Great podcast to get an overview of France from the first settlements to currently to, as of this review, the invasion of the Normans. Besides offering a detailed but approachable chronological history the channel regularly has guest authors and historians who talk about certain social movements,...”Read full review »
Jason E L. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/22
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“A great smooth history podcast, gets better with every episode”
Chazbazdahchap via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/24/22
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“I prefer my history podcasts to be that, rather than interviews with ideologues who hold dubious qualifications. We wanted the history of France, not radical progressive theology.”
Aelfred of Wessex via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/27/22
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“He’s a smart guy but so anxious to prove it and that he’s funny it turns me off to the show. Too much of his own opinions versus just facts. Best episode was earlier this Jan. 2022 when he interviewed the guy from Thugs and Miracles, way better podcast if you want to learn about French history”
SamMahony via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/22
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“Content: This history podcast is well researched and has a very academic feel to it. The podcast is detailed and thorough with neutral historical facts. Don't expect a quick sprint through historical highlights or kings with this podcast (although those are fun too). Instead, this...”Read full review »
RyeGuy07 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/22
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“I get it. It’s easier to do interview episodes than to research and write episodes for the main history narrative, but that’s what the people want. I would rather a longer time between episodes than getting yet another interview episode, or guest host on random topics. Sequential Narrative French...”Read full review »
BrohannesJahms via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/22
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“It is a pleasure listening to Gary go through a thorough and entertaining epic of French history. The topics are varied especially thanks to the special guests and episodes.
I strongly recommend”
Georges-Abitbol via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
12/21/21
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“The French History Podcast is one of the best.”
Taran Alexandre the Great via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/21
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“Clever and informative, telling the facts with a narrative that makes it easy to remember. French history is a hoot and this podcast sheds light on that fun, really good wit.”
natalievhix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/09/21
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“I am a French man living in London for over 20years and this podcast made me rediscover my country during the difficult times of COVID and lockdowns.
Full of anecdotes and detailed enough, this podcast is excellent for the novice as well as the aficionado of history.
Thank you Gary! Keep it up!”
franckvan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/05/21
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“MaGoo isn’t referenced enough! Kudos to you, Gary, for bucking the status quo.
Excellent and very informative with a low key wry wit. Duncanesque”
botch44 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/08/21
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“I generally expect historians to go for a more or less balanced view. How can we understand history if we dont look at both sides of a story. Try to see it the other sides way. This podcast should be split in two. The historical narrative which is fine. And the many, many episodes looking at...”Read full review »
Ruminiti via Apple Podcasts ·
Austria ·
08/08/21
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“This is a highly informative podcast that is well researched. His cadence and tone are easy to listen to and comprehend.”
listens4knowledge via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/21
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“This is a wonderful history podcast. The author has definitely found his stride in story telling. His academic background comes through but well paced with a great sense of humour. Bravo!”
Hope in Canada via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/10/21
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“I’ll admit I was not overly impressed with the first few episodes, but that was just Gary finding his feet and hitting the right tone. By the time he gets into Roman Gaul this is one of the essential history podcasts, and it has kept getting better ever since. Highly recommended.”
widmerp1 via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
06/11/21
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“...this podcast really goes places. Ca marche!”
JoelG Marietta via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/21
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“Fascinating mix of a broad sweep of French history and more in depth specials. All presented by the most mellifluous voice in podcasting. Strong recommend.”
Alan Oike via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
04/11/21
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“I am French and living abroad. I love to listen to this podcast to learn/relearn about my country history. This podcast goes into details and is a great complement to any french history studies.
If you are planning for holidays in France this podcast will give you some detailed background and...”Read full review »
VincentELB via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/23/21
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“Love this podcast. A treat for history buffs. Gary’s tone is very measured, and easy to understand. Nothing speedy or sensationalized. The chronological episodes are loaded with great info, and they’re so much more fun now that he’s moved into the post-Roman period. The special-guest episodes...”Read full review »
Miksle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/21
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“OK. You had me at Beziers. A small city on the South West of France I know slightly.
I have heard only your first podcast, a latecomer from David Crowther’s History of England.
But your introduction, comfortably casual yet erudite, makes me believe I am embarking on an intriguing series of...”Read full review »
SPB Liverpool via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/06/21
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“I just started listening to this podcast and really enjoy it. It’s interesting and easy to follow. I am so delighted there are so many more episodes to listen to!”
IndigoRaven Rock via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/21/21
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“I am really enjoying this podcast on the history of France. It has the right amount of detail and tries to offer different perspectives. I only wish that it was more frequent!”
becpana via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/08/21
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“Your comment on the person saying it’s time to develop other skills during the pandemic shows your bias. I believe many people are doing just that because there is nothing we can do and we have plenty of time, we need to move in, why not take advantage of it and be positive? In fact there is a...”Read full review »
Touché1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/21
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“I enjoyed this podcast at first. I love exploring the ancient history & coming forward. I agree with the comments that others made about the monotone & the lack of enthusiasm & too many guests reading their papers. I tried to overlook that & enjoy the history but the political...”Read full review »
Sandiegale via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/21
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“Overall this is very good, however at times I think the author gets too caught up in the Roman history rather than the ghaul/French history. I know the romans held great influence over history however I don’t think there should be 30+ episodes of it.”
Talon20 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/14/21
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“This podcast is a good find for Francophiles like my husband and me. I love the balance between nitty gritty reviews of French history by the host and guest speakers offering insight into a variety of cultural and historical topics.”
Frank Eggmann via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/21
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“The trick to enjoying this podcast is to play it on 1.5 speed. A world of difference.”
golgo13nes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/21
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