No one saw it coming, and no one quite knows how it happened, but Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland have become a phenomenon.

If you think history is old hat, try getting a seat at the Royal Albert Hall on October 18th. The soirée at London’s most famous concert venue sold out in May. Some 5,000 people will enjoy a bit of ...

As I traveled extensively this year for my book tour, I often found solace in thought-provoking books and podcasts. These works not only kept me grounded but also sparked fresh ideas and perspectives.

Considering their associations with suburban politeness, you might be surprised to hear that book clubs have decidedly radical origins. Dating back to the 1700s – some sources say even earlier – the ...

Do you listen to Backlisted? Then you know how satisfying it is to hear people discuss books with humor, thoughtfulness and passion. After talking about the podcast’s upcoming U.S. shows with cohost ...

Remember how a few months ago it seemed like everyone was talking about the Roman Empire after a TikTok meme? It might be a sign of a broader interest in history at this time. As Will Dunn wrote in ...

EXCLUSIVE: The Rest Is History, the British podcast series hosted by Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook, is being feted by Apple. Apple Podcasts has named the series, which comes from Goalhanger, the ...

Elon Musk shared some of his favorite podcasts and audiobooks on a recent stream on X, saying he likes "history podcasts in general." ...

Many of the most popular shows welcome right-wing arguments and freewheeling conversation. Publishers of other political stripes are noticing, too. By Alexandra Alter In his new book, “The ...