Reviews
“Dear Angela and John
Thank you for all your research, writing and acknowledgments you have given us in all your diverse subjects.
You have fooled my brain that it is a little more knowledgeable! I do love history but stuffy old books are hard to get through.
Your wit, banter and rapport have...”Read full review »
Sinead willow via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/02/24
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“Great podcast….. just interesting stuff”
hectorvonbird via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/24
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“I’m new to this after hearing about it on another podcast. What a breath of fresh air this is. The chemistry between Angela and John is just wonderful and the topics chosen for each episode are interesting, well researched with just the right amount of humour. History for ‘the rest of us’. What a...”Read full review »
Raniator via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/12/24
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“This Podcast covers all eras of history, with a great deal of information, details and a good amount of humour. I’m so glad I found it, brilliant for listening to on my daily walks. Also very pleased that they have done loads of episodes, I’m now binge listening to them all. 100% Recommended.”
StevenVacher via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/22/24
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“This is such a great podcast, informative and entertaining at the same time. Great banter between John and Angela as well, they work well together.”
House mistress via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/21/24
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“Funny and informative, what more could you want?”
SaverSims via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/21/24
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“This has to be one of the best historical podcasts out there.Funny and informative I have gone back to the very beginning and it has been worth the effort”
dolrick via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/30/23
“Great podcast! I love how they pick topics from all over history, not just the usual suspects. It broadens my perspective tremendously. Thank you for making the lesser known topics both accessible and fun!”
Cez Blanche via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
11/15/23
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“Always a good listen. Making history interesting and not taking themselves too seriously. Great chemistry between the hosts.
Listen. Laugh. Learn. Enjoy.”
Frezz McMucc via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/15/23
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“This podcast has saved me. I’m in France sitting in my dream house with no roof and no electric thanks to the last storm This couple are amazing and I just love listening to them”
happyzetler via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/07/23
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“Strange subject with weak content”
Corfe Mullen Tony via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/24/23
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“Great podcast, I am learning so much and having a laugh while I do it. Definitely recommend to anyone that wants to gain a bit of knowledge without getting depressed at human depravity and savagery.”
dear_meg via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/13/23
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“Angela and John are so entertaining and funny, and they make history accessible without being vapid. They really do their homework and provide well researched episodes. Well worth checking out!”
JanfromCan via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/05/23
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“Love this it’s so good and funny. With some great historical stuff. Thanks guys.”
Madmas77 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/30/23
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“Angela and John read the weighty history books so you don’t have to”
Alisouthampton via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/23/23
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“A casual and funny conversation about serious historical topics. History done in a very human and down to earth non stuffy way. Angela and John make a really nice pairing and clearly love doing this. Every episode is joyful, informative and funny.”
Dylan Buckle via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/07/23
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“Knowledgeable and engaging podcast from Angela and John who fully acknowledge their source material. The topics are not “the usual suspects” - I’m surprised how interesting I find the recent history subjects, thanks to the presenters.”
Brisbane listener via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/06/23
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“Perhaps the person who complained that they speak to fast has the settings on their device at 1.25 playback speed perhaps? I have no difficulty hearing and understanding.”
Social Conscience via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/29/23
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“Fantastic knowledge and research but Barnes and O’Farrell speak too fast, quipped manner, names are not clear, what’s the rush? Only got as far as Season 2, now giving up, shame…”
Nols uk via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/26/23
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“Came across this postcast by chance and now binge listen to all episodes since they started. Fascinating, interesting, surprising pieces of history presented in a light way which makes the facts stick. Just learned that Britain invaded Iceland in 1940 and laughed out loud several times (not about...”Read full review »
meihoffmeister via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
06/15/23
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“A light touch. Boundless enthusiasm and warm engaging personalities make this a big hug of a podcast that educates and uplifts all in one easy to swallow tablet.”
Styleoversubstance via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/14/23
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“I remember finding History lessons in school very dull. The tweed jacketed teacher used to drone on in an unengaging monologue.
There was a framed print on the wall quoting Kierkegaard‘s motto "life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards"
Fast forwarding many...”Read full review »
Damian N, UK via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/13/23
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“History presented in a well balanced way with the right amount of levity
Very enjoyable”
Zywko via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/12/23
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“P.s my toddler is called Ray.”
LizardAFC via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/02/23
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“Really pleased these 2 are back! Can’t wait for the new incarnation”
jenarn8925 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/30/23
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“Enjoyed your first two episodes. Remember 1968 very well 😳”
Ltmcdied via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/30/23
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“Excited to welcome back one of my favourite podcasts”
Deb5085 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/23/23
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“Angela and John have a great rapport which results in a very entertaining podcast. Just enough facts and information about each historical subject , mix in a bit of humour , enthusiasm and there you have it. Thanks guys”
colonel light via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/16/23
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“Brilliant podcast! Started listening because they had episodes on Maud West and the Great Exhibition, two interests of mine. Got hooked and am now working my way through them all. Each episode is packed with interesting facts, the hosts are knowledgeable and delightful, and there’s never a dull...”Read full review »
Stede P via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/08/23
“I found this podcast cause I heard Angela Barns perform live/pre-recorded on a different podcast which title has the F word in it, so it shall remain nameless. Also probably not cool to name drop another podcast while leaving a review for this podcast so again, you folks will have to use your...”Read full review »
BriShow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/23
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“A really fun and interesting listen”
The other Yank via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/23
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“A wonderful funny, fascinating and informative show. Two quite different hosts who bounce beautifully off each other, but both big history geeks. And all done in a way that sounds as though the show was put together only the night before, as it sometimes is I believe. One minor technical...”Read full review »
kprook via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/25/23
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“Always funny, sometimes sleep-deprived and slightly unprepared, Angela Barnes and John O’Farrell chat you through events from history you think you know (battle of… Hastings?), those you know you don’t know (Vlad the Impaler) and those you have never remotely heard of (Maud West, PI), all with a...”Read full review »
Globetrotter2075 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/07/23
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“So interesting , and the conversations flows so easily between these two , almost feels like you could join in . Highly recommend if you’re into history .”
Mrsirishbump1 due 7th may via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
01/06/23
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“Entertaining, informative, and funny!”
Jason2081 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/22
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“Of all the sideways look at history podcasts this is easily the funniest.”
benjax320 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/14/22
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“Love this show!”
AlisonB5 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/14/22
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“Love learning about history from you both.”
neet1702 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/13/22
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“I still love this, thank you both 👌
Tommy in Glasgow 🤗”
CindirratThomo via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/07/22
“I have recently started listening and love the breadth of topics covered and the accessible way on which they are presented. The love of history and fun that John and Anglea are having shines through.”
moon-face via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/07/22
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“So funny and interesting. Love it!”
Hove Hurrier via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/28/22
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“I love this podcast , witty with lots of anecdotes all tied together with historical insights based on books and events they want to take a deep dive into . John and Angela are hilarious .”
Ponkstar via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/25/22
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“A great podcast with a mix of interesting history and two very funny hosts.”
Dave Lenf via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/08/22
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“Thank you for so many fantastic programs. If ever visiting Norway I will look after you well, you can find me here - Aacamp.no. Kind regards Peter Manning”
xyz pete via Apple Podcasts ·
Norway ·
11/08/22
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“Love this podcast. A great mix of history topics but it’s the chat between the two of them that makes it so enjoyable. Any episode featuring John’s mum deserves an extra star.”
Shsuaiosskahdhsh via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/05/22
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“Recently happened upon this podcast and have binged out on them, informative and humorous. Really would recommend this podcast to anyone interested in history.”
Merryjaq via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/31/22
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“I checked out the podcast after seeing Angela’s unapologetically brilliant performance on ROHoG, and it’s swiftly become my favourite, that I keep recommending to friends. I love the chatty, witty style, and the unpatronising and informative overview of so many interesting bits of history. Angela...”Read full review »
Buzzfloyd via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/24/22
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“Right blend of history and entertainment - these two are a joy. I want to go to the pub with them.
I only found this series after looking up Angela after marvelling at her on RO'sHoG's, and have enjoyed every show so far despite not necessarily being interested in the topic. John and her...”Read full review »
Customer93 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/18/22
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