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

Peter The Great

6 days ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

The Princes In The Tower

13 days ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Best of January Books

20 days ago - 52 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Churchill: His Life and Legacy

a month ago - 60 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

JMW Turner

a month ago - 49 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Elvis at 90

a month ago - 53 mins

Talking History with Patrick Geoghegan

Frederick the Great: A Life

This week Patrick and a panel of historians and biographers discuss the life and legacy of the great Prussian King Frederick the Great. Joining Patrick on the panel are: Professor Tim Blanning, Professor of modern European history, University of Cambridge, Professor David Blackbourn, Chair of History, Vanderbilt University, Dr Patricia A. Simpson, Professor of German Studies, University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Giles Mc Donogh, author of 'Frederick the Great: A Life in Deed and Letters.