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The History of Russia Podcast

Damon Boar
Seven Years' War
Empress Elizabeth
Russian Empire
Catherine the Great
Prussia
Seven Years War
Russia
Elisabeth Petrovna
Austrian Succession
Catherine
Frederick the Great
Peter the Great
Enlightenment
Peter III
Sweden
Peter Fyodorovich
War Of the Austrian Succession
Serfdom
Siberia
Byzantine Empire

A podcast exploring everything related to the History of Russia

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Latest Episodes

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In recent episodes we've seen how various major events - the war with the Ottomans, the first partition of Poland, Smallpox, Pugachev, and the Moscow plague outbreak, occupied every waking hour of Catherine the Great's life.

But did they? 

Well in ... more

Pugachev's rebellion gathers steam but Catherine the Great, who has other things to worry about, fails to take it seriously.

Once again, some parts of this episode are, to say the least, a bit on the grim side....

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In the first part of the episode we’ll be heading back to the 1760s and looking at the steps Catherine and others had taken to counter the effects of another of the 18th century’s fatal diseases - the dreaded smallpox.

And then after that we’ll be t... more

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Charles Hecker
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Damon
Host of a podcast examining Russian history, noted for bringing an engaging narrative style to the complex topics of the nation's past.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 366 ratings
  • Great podcast, just waiting for new episodes

    Incredible podcasting, down to earth, and the podcast is comparable to the History of Rome in my opinion. 👏

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Saatron👍
    United States2 months ago
  • Unable to listen / download

    For some reason Australians cannot listen to or download Russian History podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Daily Jedi
    Australiaa year ago
  • Informative, entertaining and never more relevant.

    Review title says it all. The host is very easy to listen to, giving a comprehensive and unbiased account of the long and fascinating history of this most enigmatic of countries.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AndyZ01
    Australiaa year ago
  • Thoroughly Enjoyed

    I am so happy to have found this podcast. The podcaster Damon is not only good at finding interesting content but I also appreciated his delivery. He had the perfect amount of humor and was down to earth. He was also very kind if I ever emailed with a question.

    Being a Patreon member was beneficial because I enjoyed being able to read the transcripts and getting extra episodes.

    Originally, I came across this podcast searching for resources for a Russia unit I was teaching my kids. Unfortunat... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Persian Preschool
    United States2 years ago
  • Russia is ruled by God

    At last a podcast that does not seek to demonise Russia in the wake of the current conflict. Russia is more than one leader or one phase of history. A world without Russia is no world at all. Слава России.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daily Jedi
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thorough and well-researched content that covers a wide swath of Russian history.
Some listeners noted technical issues with audio quality in certain episodes, although many find the overall experience enjoyable and informative.
The engaging and personable host is frequently praised for his storytelling abilities and humor, making topics accessible and entertaining.

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A focused exploration of Russian history, this podcast provides listeners with detailed narratives spanning various significant events and figures that shaped the nation. From the complexities of royal politics, such as the reign of Catherine the Great, to the social structures, including serfdom, each episode dives into meticulous historical accounts that bring to life the rich tapestry of Russia's past. Noteworthy is the host's ability to intertwine humor and engaging storytelling, making complex historical events accessible and entertaining while maintaining an educational core.

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The History of Russia Podcast launched 5 years ago and published 101 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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