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Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
4.5
(22.5K)
2024
In "Hardcore History" journalist and broadcaster Dan Carlin takes his "Martian", unorthodox way of thinking and applies it to the past. Was Alexander the Great as bad a person as Adolf Hitler? What would Apaches with modern weapons be like? Will our modern civilization ever fall like civilizations from past eras? This isn't academic history (and Carlin isn't a historian) but the podcast's unique blend of high drama, masterful narration and Twilight Zone-style twists has entertained millions of listeners.
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"Great podcast for understanding the back story behind some of history’s major events as well as shining a spotlight on lesser known or forgotten periods and characters. Dan has a very unique narrative style that I like as well."
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John Clelland
"One of my favourite podcasts. Dan’s voice is engaging and makes the longer episodes fly by. "
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Michelle Dean
"Definitely! Nuanced and in depth approach to history. One of my favourite podcasts "
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Palweet Kaur
"These podcasts are typically very long. You will learn new things though."
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Mackenzie Benedict
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