The Rest Is History

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The Rest Is History episodes

February 04, 2022 147. Disease, the New World and modern pandemics
How devastating were European arrivals to the Americas in terms of deaths and the introduction of new infectious diseases?

Tom and Dominic are joined by Professor Kyle Harper from the University of Oklahoma to discuss the relationship between disease and colonial expansion, the origins of the Spanish flu and the spread of modern forms of infectious disease.

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Jack Davenport

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*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

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40 min
February 03, 2022 146. Disease vs. the rise of civilisation
The way we die has been utterly transformed.

There have been around 10,000 generations of human beings, but only in the last 3 or 4 have infectious diseases not been an expected and accepted cause of death.

What drove the most deadly infectious diseases? Was technological progress and globalisation one of the key causes for its spread over the course of history?

Tom and Dominic are joined by Professor Kyle Harper from the University of Oklahoma to discuss the fascinating history of disease and how shifts in the way we die have changed our world completely.

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Join The Rest Is History Club for ad-free listening to the full archive, weekly bonus episodes, live streamed shows and access to an exclusive chatroom community.

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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41 min
January 31, 2022 145. Babylon
Greatest city on earth. Den of iniquity. Imperial oppressor. Wealth and power.

The ancient city of Babylon has been mythologised for millenia, but how much do we actually know and why does it still resonate today?

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Jack Davenport

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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1 hr
January 28, 2022 144. The Trial of Charles I Part 2
Tune in to hear the second part of The Rest Is History's take on the execution of Charles I and its aftermath.

Charles I was executed 373 years ago to the day on 30th January. But was his killing a sinful act of treason or merely one of retributive justice?

Tom and Dominic welcome back Professor Ted Vallance from the University of Roehampton to explore one of the most extraordinary events in British history.

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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46 min
January 27, 2022 143. The Trial of Charles I Part 1
Charles I was executed 373 years ago to the day on 30th January. But was his killing a sinful act of treason or merely one of retributive justice?

Tom and Dominic welcome back Professor Ted Vallance from the University of Roehampton to explore the build-up, event and aftermath of the trial of Charles I.

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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56 min
January 25, 2022 142. General Gordon and the Siege of Khartoum
What happened to Gordon at Khartoum?

Described by Dominic as the 'greatest media event of the Victorian era', this second parter is not to be missed.

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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59 min
January 24, 2022 141. General Gordon: The Ultimate Victorian Hero
Who was General Gordon?

Tune in to hear about the life and times of the 'emblematic martyr of the Victorian age'.

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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42 min
January 20, 2022 140. The Birth of the Railways
Today Tom and Dominic are joined by historian Dan Jackson to talk about one of the greatest inventions known to man - the railways.

Where were they first created? When did they arrive in England? And how did they relate to the standardisation of GMT in Britain?

From Eric Hobsbawm to cucumber straighteners, this pod has it all!

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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57 min
January 18, 2022 139. The Princes in the Tower Part 2
Who killed the Princes in the Tower? The inspiration behind Shakespeare's Richard III, their murder remains one of the greatest mysteries in English history.

In the second of two episodes, all eyes turn to Richard III, prime suspect in the disappearance of Edward IV's sons.

Tom and Dominic discuss whether Richard likely did kill his nephews, potential other suspects, and whether it was a matter of survival for him to do so.

Plus, the greatest question of our time: was Richard III more Raul Castro, Robert Kennedy, or James Callaghan?

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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59 min
January 17, 2022 138. The Princes in the Tower Part 1
Who killed the Princes in the Tower? The inspiration behind Shakespeare's Richard III, their murder is one of the greatest mysteries in English history.

In the first of two episodes, we start with the princes' father, Edward IV. Tom and Dominic discuss the remarkable parallels between Edward IV and his grandson, Henry VIII, and why Edward's brother, Duke of Clarence, is certainly not a friend of the show.

All this, plus Tom's case for why he does a better prince impression than Brian Blessed.

Producer: Dom Johnson
Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

*The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*:

Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in London, New Zealand, and Australia!

Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com

Twitter:

@TheRestHistory

@holland_tom

@dcsandbrook

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50 min

About The Rest Is History

From the publisher's feed

Take a deep dive into History’s biggest moments with Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook.

Best of The Rest Is History

Ranked by our users in the last 21 days

Number 1: 707. The Terror: How The French Revolution Collapsed Into Chaos (Part 1)
Sep 201 hr 26 min
Number 2: 705. Queen Victoria’s Revenge: The Mad Emperor of Abyssinia (Part 1)
Sep 131 hr 11 min
Number 3: 706. Queen Victoria’s Revenge: Storming the Citadel (Part 2)
Sep 161 hr 14 min
Number 4: 704. Roman Civil War: Master of the Republic (Part 4)
Sep 91 hr 11 min
Number 5: 703. Roman Civil War: Marching on the Senate (Part 3)
Sep 61 hr 14 min

FAQ about The Rest Is History

What's this show about?
The Rest Is History explores pivotal moments in history, delving into the stories of brutal rulers, deadly battles, and world-changing events.
What's it like to listen to?
Expect a well-researched and engaging listening experience, with in-depth analysis of historical events and the personalities that shaped them.
What are recent episodes about?
Recent episodes have explored topics such as the life of Samuel Johnson, the fall of the Inca Empire, and the controversial "Angelus" painting.
Who's behind the mic?
Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook host The Rest Is History. Tom Holland is an acclaimed historian, author, and broadcaster specializing in the ancient world. Dominic Sandbrook is a historian and writer known for his works on modern British history.
How long is each episode?
Episodes typically run between 30 minutes and an hour and 15 minutes.
When do new episodes drop?
The show releases new episodes regularly.
What are the main topics?
History, historical events, biographies, the Roman Empire, the Incas, the French Revolution, art history
Who should listen to this?
This show is ideal for history enthusiasts eager to explore significant events and figures, along with those interested in the stories behind famous paintings.