This story was created in paid partnership with Wondery.
The reviews are in, and according to one listener, they “can’t stop listening” to Wondery podcasts. Fans of the shows love the immersive storylines, unique perspectives, presenters’ banter, and the voice acting, along with the music, sound effects, and all of the research that goes into making some of the top-rated podcasts out there.
Regardless of the shows’ themes, Wondery podcasts give you the history that you never learned in school — and they do it with flair, drama, and cheeky asides. Below, see what listeners are saying about these gripping history series, and don’t worry. Some of the pods have a catalog of over 30 seasons, giving you plenty of material to binge once you fall in love with them.
Wondery’s American History Tellers
[“I really like the way it’s written, puts you right in the middle of the story, and does a great job of illustrating different perspectives of those that were there.Seems like a lot of research goes into every episode. Lindsey Graham’s narration is dramatic and compelling. I’ve done a deep dive on this podcast and have learned so much, thank you Lindsey Graham!”] Before you ask, no, this isn’t the Senator Lindsay Graham hosting this podcast – This Lindsay Graham isn’t the political type; he’s the podcast host type – spinning historical yarns instead of political debates!
American History Tellers premiered at #1 on the Apple Podcast charts, and the listener reviews give you a good idea why. “The personal anecdotes from those that were there really helps to humanize the events,” says one. “To say I love this podcast is an understatement,” says another. “It’s so informative, well researched, and draws you into every scandal.”
The show revisits events you think you know — like the Civil War, Billy the Kid, and Prohibition — along with ones you’ve probably never heard of, like the lost colony of Roanoke, the Walker Affair, and the plot to steal Abraham Lincoln’s body. With 70 seasons of material under its belt, you’ll be hard pressed to find a subject that hasn’t been covered, and you’ll likely discover a few that you never knew you were into. “The more I listen to it, the more I like it,” says one reviewer.
Wondery’s Black History, For Real
[“This podcasting at its best. Uses compelling storytelling strategies to frame thoughtful historical and political insights. It pulls together a huge range of research and connects us to fundamentally important American history.”]
“I’m so excited for the next episode I can’t even believe it,” says one reviewer about Black History for Real, which tells no-nonsense, unwhitewashed accounts of history using a mix of narrative storytelling and candid conversations. That means revisiting topics from your high school history class, like the Black Panthers and the Harlem Renaissance, along with unearthing the people that were buried in history, like the 20-something king of Mali, who reigned in the 14th and has been called “the richest man of all time.”
Black History, For Real has almost two dozen episodes for you to enjoy, and one listener particularly likes the show’s structure: “My favorite thing is that is not all crammed together in an episode. These mini series really help me feel like I am watching (or hearing about 😉) in real time with all the details.”
[“Love this show and their feminist take on history. I listen to it with my 13yo boy so he gets a dose of history, entertainment and a glimpse of women’s experience in the world.”]
You’re already obsessed with the royal family, so why not get the juiciest tea from Even the Royals, a show that covers monarchies from across the globe in the past and the present? “I absolutely dig these gals. They provide a refreshing and modern twist on the history of royals,” writes one reviewer. “I enjoy the witty banter, captivating storytelling, and funny commentary,” says another.
With over 30 episodes, this podcast will goop and gag you with royal drama you’ve never heard before, like the story of Dowager Cixi, who used her cunning, wit, and scrappy attitude to become one of the Chinese Emperor’s concubines in the 19th century — and eventually one of the most powerful Chinese empresses of all time. “So fun!” raves a listener. “By the end, you feel a little more well-read. ❤️”
[“I love the way they tell the wider story of these key figures – showing so much contrast, and humanizing people we may only think of through the prism of certain key events. I also think it is so important to consider the darker part of these legacies too.”]
You know their names, you know their reputations, but do you really know history’s most famous (and infamous) personalities? Probably not, says one fan of Legacy, the show that re-examines the complex stories of powerhouses like Napoleon, Alan Turning, and Margaret Thatcher. “I am loving the deep dives into the characters that you think you’ve learned about,” they write. “I find the perspective quite refreshing and it’s made me think.”
Like all of Wondery’s podcasts, Legacy uses fresh insights and powerful storytelling to bring you into an entirely new world. “Can’t stop listening to these,” says another reviewer. “Very interesting and informative with good discussion around sensitive topics without overly forcing ideas. Would highly recommend.”
[“The voice acting, the music, the sound effects and let alone the shocking stories about American history all come together to make this one of my favourite podcasts. Many of the stories are from ‘modern history’ which I lived through, but was too young to thoroughly comprehend. It’s all played out here in a way that truly brings history to life – however scandalous.”]
“American Scandal” dives into the corruption, deceit, and reckless ambition that have defined this country since its founding — and listeners are living for it. “Love this podcast,” writes one. “You can really tell there’s a great level of detail and research put into each scandal, and the personal anecdotes really help to humanize the events.”
In its catalog of 62 episodes, the show covers everything from the Iran Contra affair to the Exxon Valdez oil spill, the Tuskegee syphilis study, Enron’s demise, and the “payola” system of secret bribes and kickbacks that was used to transform mediocre records into chart-topping radio hits. If you want to dive into the underbelly of American society, this podcast is for you. And don’t sleep on the host’s voice, which one reviewer calls “chef’s kiss. So soothing I could listen to it forever.”
[ “This podcast alone makes the Wondery+ subscription worth it. Great story telling about amazing people you’ve never heard of. Particularly appreciate that they’re telling the stories of the women of the SOE.”]
A spy has to lie, right? Along with carrying a tiny gun and looking great in cocktail attire, that’s one of their main job requirements, yes? Not for Noor Inayat Khan, who escaped Paris as Nazi forces invaded in June of 1940 and then returned to France to be a covert radio operator. Khan believed it was wrong to lie, and at least one listener loved her unconventional story: “She was such an amazing person—I would have enjoyed meeting her personally. Thanks so very, very much for telling us (me!) her story and the fact that she was so brave.”
Along with “The Spy Who Wouldn’t Lie” season, you can enjoy “The Spy Who Betrayed Bin Laden,” “The Spy Who Saved MI5,” and “The Spy Who Inspired 007.” No matter which one you choose, you can expect the highest quality research and reenactments. “Binged every season so far, love the presenters!” exclaims one fan. “Really love the realism! Excellent sound effects and love all the cursing! So real!”
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