Articles by History Extra podcast

Historian and author Adrian Tinniswood explores the fascinating history of Britain’s royal households, from the Tudor period until the present day. historyextra.com/podcasts

Edward Carey, author of the acclaimed historical novel Little, discusses the life of Madame Tussaud, who created her famous waxworks in the era of the French Revolution. historyextra.com/podcasts

Jonathan Phillips and Dan Jones discuss the life and legacy of the Muslim ruler Saladin, who famously captured Jerusalem in the 12th century. historyextra.com/podcasts

On the 75th anniversary of D-Day, military historian James Holland revisits the events of 6 June 1944 and challenges a number of myths that have grown up around the Allied landings and the battle for Normandy that followed. historyextra.com/podcasts

Historians Estelle Paranque and Emma J Wells reflect on the great religious changes that took place during the reigns of Henry VIII and his three children. historyextra.com/podcasts

Labour MP Rachel Reeves talks about her new book, Women of Westminster, which explores the achievements of some of Britain’s foremost women politicians over the century since Nancy Astor was elected in 1919. Historyextra.com/podcasts

Conservative MP Jacob Rees-Mogg discusses his new book, The Victorians, which explores the lives of a selection of 19th-century figures who he believes were crucial in creating modern Britain. historyextra.com/podcasts

Social historian and author Virginia Nicholson talks about her new book How Was It For You?, which explores how some of the radical changes of the decade, from the pill to feminism, shaped the lives of women from many different backgrounds. historyextr…

Angela Steidele explores the life of 19th-century gay pioneer Anne Lister. historyextra.com/podcasts

Jared Diamond discusses how several nations have coped with traumas through history. historyextra.com/podcasts