Best 70 Military History Podcasts

A relatively brief history of the life and conquests of Alexander the Great.

Inspired by the people and events that have shaped Australian history and character, with his authentically Australian down to earth approach, Adam Blum explores and shares their stories. Learn how in the past and more recently, service, sacrifice, and grit have and continue to play a central role in Australia's True Blue History. more

If you like history, especially US military history, then I think you will love Duty & Valor. Our mission at Duty & Valor is to honor and recognize the sacrifices made by our US military veterans by sharing their seldom-heard stories. We believe that by sharing these stories, we can foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of the sacrifices made by our veterans. Whether you're a military veteran, active-duty service member, or just someone who wants to learn more about the sacrifices made by our military heroes, Duty & Valor Podcast is the perfect resource for you. more

A fortnightly military history podcast looking at all aspect of war throughout the ages.

A history podcast that explores the narratives, turning points and characters that shape conflicts, encompassing a blend of social and military history. Following on from the series on the Falklands War, best-selling military historians Patrick Bishop, and Saul David turn their attention to the war in Ukraine.Goalhanger Podcasts more

American war history told by American Warriors. Each season of America: Fog Of War highlights the story of one of America's military conflicts with the goals of honoring, and remembering, the lineage of the American Warrior and connecting our current, and future, American Warriors to those of our past. Where time may vary the instruments of war, but the combat experience remains the same. more

The Pacific War Channel covers the complete history of the Asia-Pacific War of 1937-1945 and all the major events that led up to it. Topics include The Opium Wars, Taiping Rebellion, Meiji Restoration, Sino-japanese war, Boxer Rebellion, Russo-Japanese War, WW1 in Asia, and the Second Sino-Japanese War.*We also have our 'SpeakEasy' Podcast where we still speak about History, but also silly stuff like anime, gaming, Godzilla, movies, comics all while drinking profusely. more

The Forgotten Wars, Battles, and Perspectives of Military History

Interested in military history?  Please join Join Bill Redman and Tony Faust two retired Marines as they review military history books and provide a unique look at how the book's contents relate to current trends in military operations.  Each episode provides a detailed book discussion along with some recommendations for related reading on the topic.' more

History is, indeed, a story. With his unique voice and engaging delivery, historian and veteran storyteller Fred Kiger will help the compelling stories of the American Civil War come alive in every episode. Filled with momentous issues and repercussions that still resonate with us today, this series will feature events and people from that period and will strive to make you feel as if you were there. more

Professional Military Education Learn the lessons of doctrine, leadership, strategy, and tactics by breaking down the great battles of history and studying them through the principles of war. more

Serious history for the critical thinker. I interview military historians about their work.

The podcast for military history geeks and people with a passion for good stories.

The 1914-1918 War Podcast is a podcast looking into the history of the First World War. Continuing from documenting the war as it happened 100 years ago, the project continues with in-depth history looking at various aspects of the war. more

The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War Podcast is the creation of Seth Paridon and Bill Toti. Seth is a World War II historian with over 20 years experience. Bill is not a historian, but is a retired submarine commodore and military planner with a special interest in the Pacific War. Bill has a unique perspective to offer as one who spent more than a decade sailing those same waters where the action in 'The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War' took place. If you prefer an audio-only version of 'The Unauthorized History of the Pacific War,' it can be heard here: more

War has played a key role in the history of the United States from the nation's founding right down to the present. Wars made the U. S. independent, kept it together, increased its size, and established it as a global superpower. Understanding America's wars are essential for understanding American history. In the Key Battles of American History, host James Early discusses American history through the lens of the most important battles of America's wars. James is an Adjunct Professor of History at San Jacinto College in Pasadena, TX. more

The bloodiest war on American soil. States vs. States. Brothers vs. Brothers. There were over 380 official battles in the Civil War and we are here to re-live every single one of them. We mix our blend of non-PC, humor, and fun banter to give you a Civil War podcast like you never heard before! more

Doug and Drew Hess (father and son) team up to share with you pieces of Ernie Pyle's life from his humble beginning on an Indiana farm to becoming a Pulitzer Prize winning American journalist and war correspondent who is best known for his stories about ordinary American soldiers during World War II. more

Thank You For Your Service (TYFYS) is a conversation with practitioners, experts, and you about the relationship between the military and civilians. We explore scholarship and current policy debates, interview prominent thinkers and leaders, and engage our audience on vital issues of national security and civil-military relations. Brought to you by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, TYFYS reaches across the country and around the world to engage people in debates about the military, democracy, and security. more

A military podcast by former soldiers from the British Army's long range Surveillance and Reconnaissance Patrols unit.Our first series covers the inception of the unit with its founder Major General Anthony Stone CB, the selection of the soldiers, the unique stay behind role during the Cold War, the multiple operational tours they deployed on over the last 40 years finishing on an interview with the current serving officer commanding the unit. Now we have set ourselves a wider remit and cover first hand accounts of past conflicts from World War 2 to the War on Terror and everything in between. more

Veterans Chronicles tells the stories of America's greatest heroes in their own words.

Explore the rich history of our past through the lens of our military institutions. From the settlement of North America to the present, this podcast encompasses traditional military history and goes the extra step to address the evolution of ideas and institutions. more

History is, indeed, a story. With his unique voice and engaging delivery, historian and veteran storyteller Fred Kiger will help the compelling stories of the American Civil War come alive in each and every episode. Filled with momentous issues and repercussions that still resonate with us today, this series will feature events and people from that period and will strive to make you feel as if you were there. more

Interviews with Scholars of Military History about their New Books

Vive la Historia Bélica del Siglo XX y XXI. Podcast de Historia donde te hablamos de las batallas, las estrategias, la geopolítica, los personajes, y las armas más importantes de los conflictos contemporáneos. more

A history podcast in which Rich & Tracy weave together a chronological narrative of the Civil War era. Visit us at www.civilwarpodcast.org more

The Battles of the First World War Podcast is a new podcast that looks to go in-depth into the battles of the Great War of 1914-1918. The goal is to really go into the details of how and why these battles unfolded and happened as they did. In telling the narrative of these clashes we can revisit some of the stories of the men and women who lived, fought, and died during the first titanic struggle of the 20th Century, for these people have stories that deserve to be told. more

A podcast on all aspects of the Great War from the UK's leading First World War history society The Western Front Association. more

The first English-language podcast to focus on the history of the eastern front of the Second World War.

Focusing on specific events, people, and groups throughout the history of Australia at arms.

Jenn and Scott give you the inside scoop on what it takes to visit historic locations and discuss details that don't make the Walk with History YouTube cut! more

History of the Second World War is a weekly podcast which will cover World War 2, beginning with the tumultuous years after the First World War, continuing into the descent into war during the 1930s, through the war years, and then into the post war aftermath. more

Author and historian Michael K. Shaffer shares accounts from his book 'Day by Day Through the Civil War in Georgia.' Each episode will cover social, political, economic, and military events in wartime Georgia. more

Civil War Weekly is a podcast that examines what happened this week 160 years ago during the American Civil War. We will be taking a week-by-week journey through the narrative of the Civil War from Fort Sumter to Appomattox and beyond. more

Get fresh perspectives and great insights on America's defining event from the historians at Emerging Civil War. Co-hosted by Chris Mackowski and a revolving cadre of ECW's contributors, the Emerging Civil War Podcast taps into an award-winning lineup of historians from a wide variety of backgrounds, with a wide variety of interests. Listen to the Emerging Civil War Podcast and be part of the conversation. We'll see you online and on the battlefield. more

This podcast takes deep dives into history every week from the history of potatoes to the bloodiest battles.

『ラジレキ 〜思わずシェアしたくなる歴史の話〜 』〜歴史 × ビジネス × 雑談ネタ × ゆるさ〜 意外な組み合わせを、'歴史大好き' りーとんと、'音の職人' そっしーの二人が織りなす、ゆるく聞きやすく、時に痛快に展開するポッドキャスト（Podcast）番組 more

Profiles of military and law enforcement heroes.

Harvest of Mars seeks to uncover the essentials of war. Essentials have been swept under the rug or forgotten by people and societies eager to rewrite history in an intellectually pleasing way. This podcast seeks to open your eyes to aspects of military history that, as Paul Fussell accurately noted, never got into the books because of what he called the Disneyfication of war. Here you will get authentic insights from someone who has a genuine love for the material. more

Come with Simon and Dan as they take you on a chronological history of the Second World War as seen through the lens of the silver screen! more

Telling the stories of our men & women in the military and those who support them.

This an exciting History podcast for lovers of history in a rush! Also featuring longer episodes with historians. more

Talks and lectures are held at the Shrine of Remembrance and selected offsite venues. Speakers include academics, historians, authors, veterans, and other experts who present on a range of topics relating to Australian military history. As well as being available online and as a podcast, talks, and lectures are open to the general public. more

A biweekly podcast covering the last great war. A podcast on itunes and a website dedicated to telling the story of World War II. more

A history podcast looking at all aspects of WWII, military history, social history, the battles, the campaigns, tanks, guns and other equipment, the politics, and those who ran the war. I look at it all. more

Dunkirk, D-Day, London Blitz, North Africa, Lancasters, POW stories. Second World War Memoirs & interviews - Britain, USA, Australia, Canada … all the forces … WWII. ... Over 200 5-star ratings. 'Thank you for what you are doing. It's incredible and I'm absolutely hooked' AB more

A chronological look at the origins and battles of the First World War from 1890-1920.

A podcast devoted to telling the world about Vietnam Veteran news, issues, interviews and commentary.

Every week on the Proceedings Podcast, the Naval Institute's Director of Outreach, Ward Carroll, and the Editor-in-Chief of Proceedings, Bill Hamblet, talk about what's happening in the Sea Services, latest news from USNI News, stories in Proceedings and Naval History magazines, and interview Naval Institute authors. Deputy Editor Bill Bray joins the cast from time to time as well. more

Bletchley Park is the home of British codebreaking and a birthplace of modern information technology. It played a major role in World War Two, producing secret intelligence which had a direct and profound influence on the outcome of the conflict. The site is now a museum and heritage attraction, open daily. The Bletchley Park Podcast brings you fascinating stories from Veterans, staff and volunteers on the significance and continued relevance of this site today. more

A history podcast in which Rich & Tracy weave together a chronological narrative of the Civil War era.

A podcast exploring the history and evolution of the political systems of the United States.

Listen to episodes and learn more about Australian Military History. Focusing on specific events, people, and groups throughout the history of Australia at arms. more

Historian Mat McLachlan brings Australian history to life in this engaging, educational, and entertaining podcast. From the ancient age to the modern world, take a trip through time with Living History! more

The Pacific War week by week 80 years after.

A history podcast like no other, the 1,300 year stories of how an obscure steppe people built a Bulgarian Empire which shaped European history. more

Even after 50 years, the impact of the Vietnam War echoes across generations. Hear the stories of service and sacrifice from people who are affected -veterans, their families, and others who add perspective to those experiences. Brought to you by the nonprofit that built the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 'The Wall,' in Washington, D.C. more

Vietnam is now part of History. This podcast brings to life the actual experiences of Tank crewmen who spent a lifetime in Vietnam. It seeks to show the significance of our contributions and those of all tank crewmen to the war effort we now call The Vietnam War. more

Backyard Battlefields is a military history program that explores historical sites throughout Australia and beyond. Backyard Battlefields gives Australia's military history a context by explaining its significance within the grander narrative of world events. more

CWTR is a weekly, hour-long, internet-based talk radio show hosted by Gerry Prokopowicz of East Carolina University. Each week, Gerry interviews leading historians, authors, enthusiasts, etc. on all things Civil War-related. more

Each week since October 2004, host Gerald Prokopowicz and a guest discuss the various aspects of Civil War History. Each show consists of an hour-long conversation with guests from the very well-known historians James McPherson, Doris Kearns Goodwin, and Gary Gallagher to mention a few. Gerald also speaks with artists such as Don Troiani, filmmakers Ken Burns, re-enactors Rob Hodge, novelists Jeff Shaara, curators, game designers, children's authors, collectors, and others. more

On World War II Movie Night, host J. Byron delves into the countless movies made about the greatest conflict in human history. How much can we learn about World War II from how it's portrayed in film? Can movies render this infinite subject more manageable? Fun and stimulation mix in this engaging, thought-provoking podcast. more

Join comedians Jacob Trimmer and Tim Groeschel in a mashup of true crime, history, and comedy as they swap stories and make jokes about people throughout time who have lived interesting and violent lives. Get your dose of grindhouse history every Tuesday and Thursday, because everyone likes violence as long as it's happening to someone else. more

This Podcast aims to bring to light all the stories of the Civil War that remain forgotten and yet, are vital to our understanding of the conflict. more

The US Naval History Podcast features the highlights of our naval history, from John Paul Jones' raids on Scotland to the navy's finest hours in WWII, and beyond to the Cold War and world today. more