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Napleonic Fanatic
I absolutely look forward to this show, great way to here the facts on the Napleonic wars, I like the format so much that it would be great to see the same done for the American Civil War
Ratfink82
Honestly the best podcast for history nerds.
I’ve been listening to this podcast for probably a year now and I’ve not gotten bored of listening to the facts about the Napoleonic wars and more. One thing that I would really enjoy is an episode on specific regiments like the 1st grenadiers of the old guard or the KGL. Thank you for this wonderful podcast.
Walrus eats clams :D
Love this
I love this pod it makes the napoleonic wars sound like something simply
DND nerd up
So intriguing!
Who knew there was a podcast on the Napoleonic Wars! Just listened to the episode on the Black Redcoats. I always skipped the War of 1812 in my teaching. Not anymore!
lilac670
Too much chatter
Stop all the blabbering and focus on history. So boring, they keep talking and talking. Ugh
bsbshdhdhdbdbdbdb
Great podcast — but unfair to some of the marshalate
This is a great podcast. Probably the best out there on the British side of the Napoleonic and Revolutionary Wars.
That said, there are some gaps when discussing the French side of the conflict, especially outside the peninsula. I was more than a little surprised by the characterization of Ney’s rearguard in Russia as being bungled. Most of the blame there surely lies with Napoleon for giving orders that left Ney three days march behind the head of the army, and at least some blame has to go to Davout/Eugene for their defeats on the 16th and 17th that cut Ney off from the main army. To speak further in Ney’s defense, there surely needs to be at least some mention of his many exemplary actions at the corps level (Elchingen, Guttstadt, Friedland, Redinha), many of which were fought in a semi-independent capacity and give the lie to the popular depiction of him as a brave idiot.
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NewYorkTimesCookingSection
Great stuff!
Love this podcast and all the meandering but insightful interviews and discussions! Great for deep dives into Napoleonic topics!
Mcarna
A podcast for the history fan
This podcast cover not only the Napoleonic wars but ranges to cultural topics at the time and even US history too. I highly recommend this for the history fan out there.
MattN456
Great podcast
Awesome episode on the rebellion of the enslaved in Cape Colony in 1808. 👍
Rich Houston
Always great.
Great podcast.
Natchezgirl
Love your deep dives! Would love an episode on veterans in 18th century society.
I really enjoy this show and hope it continues to grow. I particularly like how you give a platform for academics and experts in various aspects of the 18th century. I especially appreciate how you put the perspective of ordinary people front and center. I was wondering if you guys would ever consider doing an episode about how military veterans were perceived in 18th century society. I was curious about this because I think it could shed light on a group that doesn’t always get into the wider history of the era. I also want to learn about this because I had an ancestor whose militia records describe a person with a very pronounced facial wound that I speculate may have occurred in battle but I can’t be certain. Basically he lost half his nose. I was wondering how someone with very visible scar or even a disability from military service would be treated in the wider society at the time.
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Jonathan Ackles
Unsurpassed
Always interesting!
taccattaccat
Great Show
Came for the Napoleonic era content but love the occasional nod to the American Revolution
JGNH12
Amazing history
Luke and the other guy are amazing hosts. With each topic and each guest, they tell a compelling narrative that teaches as well as entertains. The listener is left knowing more than they did at the outset, while also having the opportunity to go further down a given historic rabbit hole if they so choose. The hosts’ banter is full of wit, wisdom, and a touch of whimsey, which brings you back for more. Bravo!
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Bamsham
Favorite history podcast
Zack’s passion for the subject, along with his wit, sarcasm, and vocal disdain for Ridley Scott’s Napoleon film permeates his episodes and presents the era in a deeply fascinating, entertaining, and easily digestible manner. His guests are amazing and makes me wish I followed my childhood passion for history into adulthood.
Ry.R
Great Podcast, BUT NOT IN EUROPE!
Outstanding podcast, really great information and discussion. Broad variety of topics and they get quite deep into them. Sometimes fascinating topics you’d not expect. Great for the Napoleonic maven or the casual listener.
That said, the host requested reviews, saying that if every listener were to leave five stars, this would be one of the top podcasts or perhaps *the* top podcast in Europe. Europe? I’m sorry but the host is British, the podcast is in English, and BRITAIN SAW NAPOLEON OFF, THANK YOU VERY MUCH! WATERLOO, 1815, HAVEN’T HEARD FROM HIM SINCE!
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FJA3III
An Absolute Must-Listen
If you are even casually interested in the Napoleonic era, you owe it to yourself to listen to this podcast. It goes deep on any and every issue you can think of regardless of how esoteric, and manages to avoid coming off as dry, stodgy, or pompous while it does so. Dr White and his expanding team of hosts do an excellent job of wringing as much information as possible from their guests as humanly possible, while also having quite a good bit of fun. I would rate this show 6 stars if I could!
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LaPlaque
Interesting, informative but slow awkward pacing
If you want an informative podcast about the Napoleonic era this can be one resource. They handle the information like proper historians. However the pacing is slow with many episodes of dead air. For example the Simon Bolivar episode could have been better edited or presented with a little more energy.
James in Chicago
Deep but approachable and inspiring
As a massive fan of this period I was nervous about podcasts as many are very weak and amateur. This is a tour d’force. The guest go deep into the subject matter but in an approachable way. I already have quite a knowledge base but I found much more of interest than I imagined. Some topics areas i was not interested in until I heard about them on some of the podcast.
Amateur Dan
Soldiers!!!
Great podcast with frequent special guest provides wide scope of napoleonic era!! Highly recommended!
nacho501
One of the best history podcast out there
A must for fan of the period, and highly recommended for anyone interested in history.
Msoong38
Preserve The Napoleonic Wars
Ensure you follow the right feed to keep up the necessities of these stories being told!
MinionsDad17
The Napoleonic Wars has a Great Podcast
This always has interesting information and it focuses on a pivotal period in Western history. The host really does the topic justice.
T. Madison
Spotify is trying to end the podcast.
Be sure to check that you’re subscribed to the correct version!
Napoleon1768
Very enjoyable!
Very enjoyable Napoleonic era podcast with a wonderful community of presenters and fans.
Anon American1
Great podcast
This is the premier podcast on Napoleon! Great podcast and learning about one of the most interesting and complex figures and eras ever.
LCook1976
Responding to Review Request
This Pod is worth saving!!
noloft
Excellent history
Easily my favorite podcast about this era in history, great guests, expert in the field
Trafalgar65
Interesting Conversations
These episodes are always scholarly but approachable, with an informality which works. Smart and educated people who can just talk to each other.
App user not by choice
The best napoleon pod
This is a fantastic listen and I’m here to help. The Napoleonic Avengers unite. Please keep going with this show as it has brought much joy to my life. Thank u for all the hard work you all put into it.
ygbhomg
Wonderful Guests
Great to hear from a variety of guests who love to discuss everything Napoleonic. Each week be surprised with a discussion that will broaden your understanding of the lives and times of this fascinating era.
Woke Scolded
Absolutely worth your listen!
I’ve been listening over the course of two years, and it’s been one of my favorite podcasts ever, especially relating to the Napoleonic wars. Zack’s podcast has such an incredible breadth of topics and guests that it’s always a treat to see who will be on next, and I love how varied the show is- it’s not the same topic over and over, but he and his guests have genuine, thoughtful conversations and riveting topics that are fun to listen and learn about. If you haven’t already subscribed, you absolutely should! Thank you Zack!
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KiranScholl
Great show!
Absolutely brilliant show detailing a wide range of aspects about the period (roughly 1789-1815). Knowledgeable and enthusiastic host and expert guests. Well worth listening!
Super train rider
Excellent Napoleonic era podcast
A great well rounded podcast about Napoleon and all that that encompasses. Has excellent host with great knowledge who brings in interesting guests to speak on a ton of topics. Subscribe and enjoy…
Cahill4225
Great pod!
Great show! Learned a lot!
The Great Ruane.
Must Listen Cast
One of the best for history buffs and the Napoleonic era
JB Kleber
Keep it up. Please.
Very interesting and enjoyable. Thank you.
Harry Muskrat
Excellent history
This is an absorbing and informative podcast for those interested in history in general and Napoleonic history in particular. Enjoyable and entertaining. Highly recommended.
Wall-Streeter
Fantastic
Great show for history nerds. Very in depth and the topics are usually very interesting. I could do a bit without the extended banter at the beginning (though I am sure some consider it part of the charm), but a fantastic listen.
Pinkygen18
Extremely interesting Podcast
I always enjoying learning so much from Zack and his guests!
LTUSA-99
Napoleon fans assembled
Always a deep dive into all things Napoleonic, always informative and entertaining. Great job by Zack and Co.
sherfam
Not reliable: a rebuttal
I can assure Mr. Jones that the host is maybe the most gentlemanly man I have ever met. He cautions against the “jump on and cheer Napoleon bandwagon gang,” but does so with a wink. Zack and I are close; I am from the US and nothing he has ever said do I find insulting to America or the Army in which I taught officers for two decades. Perhaps one might pose him questions and test his mettle before slamming him on this forum.
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reapercgsc
Not reliable
I am in what the host calls the middle ground on Napoleon. I was surprised when the very first thing the host did was put down the people who love Napoleon. Ok, maybe the host has a personal issue there. Then the host, who is not from the US, insulted my country. I’m a refugee to the US from a prison state, and you can just take your anti-Americanism and you know what you can do with it.
Still kept listening for a while though all credibility evaporated. Interesting material, nothing special presentation. Tuning out because I believe the host himself is way too emotional, and probably cannot be trusted not to spin the past to his liking.
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Jonesy8888
Great topics
I heard Zack speak at the Chalke Valley History Festival where he delivered a tour de force 50 minute talk on the Peninsular War. He was so entertaining and informative. This carries through on the podcast with a rich panoply of topics. If you like We Have Ways of Making You Talk, this podcast is for you.
WorldMusicMama
Fascinating
Zack's voice and humor are ever-so entertaining. I really enjoy the history of this podcast and learning some insights during each episode. The Napoleonic era has always intrigued me and this show is interesting and I always walk away with some knew knowlege.
societyhillmom
Enlist or starve
This podcast has come across the pond and examines the Napoleonic period with the proper nuance and finesse of a true British historian. The start of the 19th century was marked with hostility between France and England. The host humorously apologizes for boring the listener with phenomenal detail, yet clearly honors that these are not casual listeners. No apologies needed. Those who dive into this subject are choosing to transport their minds into a gruesome battle and less civilized time. As with most historical events, one must sit with the discomfort for any chance to learn from it.
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Ten Hands One Home
Fantastic Podcast
Excellent podcast that covers a dizzying array of nearly all things of the Napoleonic era. A must for any enthusiast of the time period.
P Zemjanis
Fantastic podcast for Napoleon enthusiasts
Great show, very informative and I enjoy the variety of guests.
lutzdude
Must Add Napoleonic Podcast
Dr. Zack White is a rising talent in the field of Napoleonic history and provides his listeners with new content with other premiere Napoleonic historians in our time. This podcast is well worth adding to your list of favorites if you are at all interested in the period. 5 out of 5🤩s hands down.
The Sweeney Todd
Fantastic podcast!
Been a fan since the first episode it’s my go too Napoleonic podcast! Also highly recommend following Zack on Twitter!
Tom Carton
