Did you ever fall asleep in history class? You’re not alone. History can be boring when focusing on only dates and statistics. Historium seeks to find the narrative of history in some of the most unlikely places. Seamlessly blending history and storytelling, Jake Barton draws you into historical tales you’ve probably never heard before.
A conversation with Derek Baxter, author of new book The Forgotten World War: Exploring the Secret History of the American Revolution, from Spain to India and Back Again. Our interview touches on the Revolutionary War's unsung heroes, the various factions involved, and the battlegrounds across the world which elevated the war to a truly global conflict. Derek's latest book is OUT NOW. You can purchase The Forgotten World War: Exploring the Secret History of the American Revolution, from...
4 May 2026
#85: Ni'ihau Zero
A crash landing of a Japanese warplane interrupts the idyllic island life of Ni’ihau, where the Hawaiians have no idea that a world war just started. For more episodes: patreon.com/historium Music: Mission by Naoki SatoDogfight by Thomas WanderEbb Tide by Houston & DorseyHawaiian Sunset by The PolynesiansOpening by David WingoQueenie’s Suite by Nick Cave & Warren EllisLess Likely by Trent Reznor & Atticus RossWaimanalo Blues by the Mahaka Sons of Ni’ihauMt Baker by Kaitlyn A...
7 Jan 2026
[TEASER] Bonus Episode #33: Operation Aphrodite
The dawn of America’s drone program in the Second World War changes the course of presidential history. For the rest of this bonus episode and access to all other bonus episodes: patreon.com/historium Support the show
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.8 / 5
407 ratings
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4.9 / 5
107 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 27 / 100
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