Podcasts

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

This unique and lively history show delves into some of the world's most important political, social and cultural events and the intriguing personalities behind them. Presented by Dr Patrick Geoghegan of Trinity College Dublin, Talking History unravels the gritty, sometimes uncomfortable, side of our past, and what we can learn from it.

Latest episodes

Best of April Books

4 days ago - 50 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

JMW Turner: 250 Years On

11 days ago - 49 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Anne Frank's Annex Recreated

18 days ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

The Great Gatsby's Centenary

25 days ago - 47 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Best of March Books

a month ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

King James VI and I: His Life and Loves

a month ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

David Livingstone: A Life

This week Patrick and an esteemed panel of historians, biographers and cultural commentators explore the life and legacy of the great Scottish Christian explorer David Livingstone. Joining Patrick on the panel include: Natalie Milor, Curator, The David Livingstone Birthplace, Blantyre, Scotland, Dr Justin Livingstone, Queens University Belfast, Dr Adrian Wisnicki, University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the Director of Livingstone Online, Dr John Lwanda, Social Researcher & Political Historian and Dr Clare Pettitt, Professor of Victorian Literature and Culture, Kings College London and author of 'Dr Livingstone I Presume: Missionaries, Journalists, Explorers and Empire'.