Hindsight

About Hindsight

They're history’s most famous and infamous people. You’ve heard of them, but now it’s time you hear from them.

Publisher

Al Jazeera

Category

history · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

29 Sept 2020

Latest episode

16 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

48 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Jul 2025

   Albert Camus: The Absurdity Of It All

   Albert Camus was a literary giant of the 20th century, known for his philosophy of absurdity in the human quest for the meaning of life. His personal life and North African roots helped shape his writing. In philosophy circles, many called him a prominent voice of existentialism, but Camus distanced himself from the movement. In hindsight, was he a brave man of unwavering principle or a man whose principles lacked adequate bravery. Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/ (https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/)

2. 

   2 Jul 2025

   Asmahan: The Druze Diva

   This episode explores the life of Asmahan, a Druze princess turned singer in Egypt during the 1930s and 40s, who defied expectations and lived life on her own terms.

3. 

   18 Jun 2025

   Faisal I of Iraq: The Making of a King

   King Faisal I of Iraq's early life and role in the Arab revolt are examined, revealing his diplomatic skills and influence on Arab nationalism in this historical analysis.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

5,896,096,174

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

84 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 41 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

10

Social presence

0

YouTube

93

Engagement

85

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

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