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History + bad accents, with Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook. From Goalhanger Podcasts
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๐ฅWalt Disney: The Great American Storyteller๐ฌ
In today's episode, Tom and Dominic uncover:
๐คWhat Mickey Mouse was almost called
โ๏ธWhy did Hollywood conquer the world so quickly and comprehensively?
๐บ๐ธWhy did everyone in 19th and early 20th century America seem to have an amusing name
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And, premiering at 7pm UK time/2pm ET, the animated version will be available on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mydh...
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โต๏ธNelson: Glory at Trafalgarโต๏ธ
In the epic conclusion to our series on the life of Lord Nelson, Tom and Dominic discover:
๐Did the kiss really happen?
๐ซ๐ทDid France ever stand a chance?
๐คWhy Nelson was disappointed with the scale of the victory
Catch Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend today to hear some familiar voices!
20.10.2025 15:51 โ ๐ 67 ๐ 5 ๐ฌ 2 ๐ 4
Watch the full animated episode here: youtu.be/9f_Rb087RL0
20.10.2025 15:46 โ ๐ 6 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 1 ๐ 0๐จNEW EPISODE๐จ
๐ซTHE BATTLE OF COPENHAGEN๐ซ
After taking the daring gambit to attack the Danish fleet in their own harbour, Nelson engaged in his riskiest and, in many ways, most closely-fought battle. But, when his superior suffered from a loss of nerve and ordered a retreat, what did Nelson do?
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Nelson: The Gathering Storm
After several years abroad, Nelson returns home to Britain for the first time since his victory in the Battle of the Nile. However, the scandalous affair with Lady Hamilton has tainted his reputation, and he receives suspicion as well as plaudits.
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๐จNEW BONUS EPISODE๐จ
Shakespeare, Roman Slavery, and the Tudors
In this weekโs members' bonus, Tom and Dominic discuss:
๐ Which of the famous literary circles from history would Tom and Dominic like to have joined?
โ๏ธ What was Shakespeare like as a man?
๐ช Were the Tudors actually good monarchs?
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๐จNEW SERIES๐จ
๐NELSON: SLAUGHTER IN NAPLES๐
๐ซFresh from triumph in the Battle of the Nile, Admiral Nelson sets sail for Naples. There he will capture Malta, help launch an aborted invasion of Rome, and wrangle with domestic strife (in every sense of the term).
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10.10.2025 11:40 โ ๐ 4 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0๐ฃThe first episode on the Trojan War is OUT NOW, available exclusively for members of The Rest Is History Club.
Tom and Mary discuss:
๐งโ๐ฆฏWas Homer a real person?
โ๏ธDid the Trojan War actually happen?
๐๏ธWhy the story of the war was central to how the Greeks saw themselves
Join Tom and Dominic as they explore the origins of one of the great love stories from all of history.
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๐จNEW EPISODE๐จ
๐Nelson's Lover: The Scandalous Lady Hamilton๐
Who was Lady Emma Hamilton, Nelson's strikingly beautiful, and famously fashionable, mistress? Why was she the most famous non-royal woman in all of Europe?
To listen to this whole series, as well as enjoy early access to regular episodes, and access to our beloved chat community, join today at therestishistory.com
08.10.2025 16:10 โ ๐ 5 ๐ 2 ๐ฌ 0 ๐ 0๐จNEW SERIES๐จ
๐๏ธFrom FRIDAY, Tom is joined by Mary Beard for a 4 episode odyssey through ancient history.
๐ดOct 10th: THE TROJAN WAR๐ด
โ๏ธOct 17th: ALEXANDER THE GREATโ๏ธ
๐Oct 24th: JULIUS CAESAR๐
โ๏ธOct 31st: GLADIATORSโ๏ธ
The whole series will be available only to members of The Rest Is History Club.
Who was this professor of Greek and Wagner connoisseur? Was he the father of Brexit? Of Thatcherism? Of Reform?
Join Tom and Dominic as they explore the life and legacy of Britainโs most enduringly controversial politician.
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๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟEnoch Powell: Rivers of Blood๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ
In the 1960s, rising anger over immigration left many people disillusioned with established political leaders, whose careful rhetoric increasingly didnโt chime with the rising passions the issue conjured up. Enter Enoch Powell.
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25.09.2025 11:34 โ ๐ 3 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 1 ๐ 075% of the tickets for our Ireland Tour have already gone ๐คฏ
To avoid disappointment, make sure to get yours soon.
The link to secure them is in the post below...
๐จTICKETS FOR OUR IRELAND TOUR ARE NOW LIVE๐จ
Tom and Dominic will be exploring the fateful voyage of RMS Titanic in...
๐ Belfast - Apr 17, 2026
๐ Dublin - Apr 18, 2026
๐ Cork - Apr 20, 2026
The link to buy tickets is in the post below!
Rest Is History Club members, presale is now live. CHECK YOUR INBOXES...
22.09.2025 08:15 โ ๐ 11 ๐ 0 ๐ฌ 1 ๐ 0To get access to the presale and make sure you secure your ticket, join today at therestishistory.com
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๐ขThe Rest Is History: The RMS Titanic LIVE in Ireland๐ข
Tom & Dominic are crossing the Irish Sea next spring...
๐ Belfast - Apr 17, 2026
๐ Dublin - Apr 18, 2026
๐ Cork - Apr 20, 2026
๐๏ธ The Rest Is History Club: PRESALE opens Mon 22 Sept, 9am (BST)
๐๏ธ General sale: Thu 25 Sept, 9am (BST)
