I absolutely love the History Behind Newspodcast! It’s so cool to hear about the history behind current events. Adel Aali is an awesome host and he always has the most interesting guests on the show. I’ve learned so much from listening to this podcast and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to stay informed and entertained at the same time. Give it a listen, you won’t regret it!

I’m so tired of the news, with their bias, agendas and lack of depth. So when I listened to this, it was a breath of fresh air. He goes REALLY in depth and brings actual experts, Ph.D.’s who specialize on the topic. I’ve already learned so much (check out the China episodes). And with all of tension and anxiety in Gaza, hearing from academics on both sides has been quite insightful (as opposed to drowning in a sea of misinformation on social media).

A great podcast to listen if you like to go into details to some past events of history!

This is a great podcast! With its insightful approach, meticulous research, and captivating storytelling is offering an refreshing perspective on current events. This podcast of anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the current world around us.

This last episode about the history of food and dieting was really fun. I don't follow politics that much. I like this podcast because it gives the history of what happened before politics. I've listened to two episodes on environment too (a topic that's very important to me).

Consistently relevant and amazingly detailed. The History Behind the News never disappoints. I am always fascinated by the heretofore unknown facts and people’s stories presented. Addicting.

Love this podcast and the approach they take to understanding the why behind the news! Informative, interesting and fun! A must to follow.

the podcast wally has on great guests that are really informative and always bring a great perspective on current issues. love it. highly recommend!

The title says it all. I thoroughly enjoy the content and delivery of each podcast. The topics are contemporary and engaging. You can’t do any better than this. They are well worth the time to listen to.

I have been listening and perusing through your podcasts, and I find them very thought provoking and worthwhile. Today I listened to the cultural, legal history of rape episode. Really soaking this one in. Appreciate your questions, and found myself wanting to deeply explore answers myself!

This podcast is like storytelling. Adel’s guests tell the stories of how we got here. For example, on the episode about French protests, I learned where the revolutionary spirit of the French comes from and how it is different than other European countries. I’ve listened to every episode of History Behind News since season 2. Sometimes I binge listen (mostly on Spotify though, but I cannot leave a review there).

Interesting perspectives on todays events and how we got here.

Great podcast with really important history for understanding today!

I enjoy this podcast because of the unique perspective that Adel brings to the news through conversations with professors. I really enjoyed the episode on Turkey.

I appreciate the the timeliness of the episodes that speak to current issues, as well as the insights offered an incredibly wide array of impressive guests. This is a fantastic resource!!

Adel does an outstanding job bringing together an eclectic array of guests and topics that are handled with skill and vigor. Enjoy the listen!

I absolutely love the History Behind News podcast! Adel's larger-than-life personality and captivating voice make every episode a joy to listen to. They bring historical events and current news to life with their engaging storytelling and enthusiastic delivery. It's refreshing to find a host like Adel who can make learning about the past and present so entertaining. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone seeking a delightful blend of history and news, delivered by a memorable host.

I watch BCC, PBS and other in-depth news programs. This podcast brings perspective to the everyday news that I digest. And I really enjoyed the several episodes about Russia & Ukraine.

It was so refreshing to find a podcast designed to stimulate your brain rather than just raise your blood pressure.

As an American who loves history, I feel somewhat knowledgeable about American history. However, I know little about the history of Brazil, Iran, and other countries. Even in U.S. history, I don’t recall details of bank runs and catastrophic floods. Adel puts the lens of history onto current events. His interviews with professors with deep and relevant knowledge of the history that plays out currently often lead to a-ha moments where the situation suddenly makes a little bit of sense.

History Behind the News is one of my favorite weekly podcasts. Every week it’s a different expert, often from academia and spanning the world. I’ve learned a lot and, on several occasions, corrected my misperceptions about the history of an issue. A historical background puts much of today’s news in perspective. Love this podcast!

“History behind the News” is a uniquely satisfying program for both listeners and guests. I was interviewed on my recent Civil War book, “Ways and Means,” and the response was astounding. The interviewer has an obvious love and appreciation for history—and it shines through every question. It’s a can’t-miss site for huu it story fans.—Roger lowenstein

Very insightful and informative, Adel presents a new way of analyzing current events within a larger historical perspectives , drawing in various experts in the field.

History Behind News is an insightful podcast that goes beyond the headlines to offer a deep understanding of topics of international and domestic significance.

I believe that the media has been used as a weapon by certain groups and individuals! The podcast was fantastic!

For those of us who love to be educated and to be involved in discourse without falling asleep in class….. this is the show. Fun. Insightful. Engaging and it’s like your having beer and chatting with the professor. Well done Adel. You have a gift.

History Behind the News" is an incredible podcast that offers a fresh perspective on current events. The hosts, Adel, delves deep into the historical context of news stories and help listeners understand how events from the past continue to shape the world we live in today. The production quality of this podcast is top-notch, with clear and concise storytelling that keeps you engaged from start to finish. The hosts are incredibly knowledgeable and have a knack for breaking down complex historical events in a way that is easy to understand. One thing that sets "History Behind the News" apart from other history podcasts is its focus on current events. By exploring the history behind today's headlines, the show offers a unique and valuable perspective on the news that you won't find anywhere else. Overall, I highly recommend "History Behind the News" to anyone who is interested in history or wants to better understand the world we live in today. It's informative, engaging, and entertaining – a true 5-star podcast!

Adel’s podcast is always excellent. He is so well informed about the topics he covers. His recent interview with law professor Joel Paul made me go out and buy Professor Paul’s book. Thanks for the care you invest in these, Adel!

I am preparing for college history. Learned so much from Adel’s conversations with university professors. I should add that I mainly listen on Spotify, but wanted to give this review here (Spotify doesn’t let you review).

A great podcast begins with a knowledgeable producer and skillful interviewer. Adel is this person. The range and depth of his knowledge are both marvelous. The topics he has picked and the people he was able to recruit to be on his program make this program a deeply intellectual yet highly accessible jewel.

I don’t really follow the news. And I am not a huge history buff. But this podcast makes me listen… kinda addictive… the host mentions news and then interviews a real expert - a professor - about it. I never usually write reviews but I had to for this podcast- insightful, informative, and non-biased.

This series is great. I recommend it for anyone who pays attention to the news. It digs deeper and wider than what tv news covers.

I love this show and always walk away more knowledgeable even when I don't agree with the speakers. If you seek an honest intellectual exchange and discussion of ideas, this is it.

“History Behind News” sets a high bar for in-depth historical analysis to current events. The host, Adel, is measured and even-handed and always keeps an eye towards relevance and listener interest. Having participated as a guest on the podcast before, I an also say that Adel is meticulous in planning each segment. He is constantly looking ahead to bring high quality programming to the podcast, even as spur-of-the-moment developments let him pivot to breaking news. Cbalcerskiperfect host. The list of episodes continues to grow and the quality improves with each season. Listeners will find a treasure trove of past episodes that continue to be relevant. They should also check out additional features on the podcast web site (historybehindnews.com) and video recordings that are distributed across social media platforms. Overall - 5 stars - highly recommend

Perfectly informative, it’s fantastic to hear well thought out conversations between two intelligent people. Adel asks the right questions and is quite entertaining to listen to. Would highly recommend.

“Highly informative” is putting it lightly! This podcast is a favorite to listen to when I want to know more than the surface information that is typically offered by the news outlets. It’s intelligent, entertaining, and I look forward to each new episode!!

ANOTHER GOOD EPISODE. THANKS.

This podcast does a great job using historical events to giving current news topics more depth, context and perspectives. The interviews are engaging and the content is very accessible and entertaining. This is a perfect podcast for history buffs and news heads alike.

Excellent insight into history and connection to modern times ! Top caliber work !

A great approach to history and it’s relevance to today’s events. I am impressed by the quality of the guests that appear on the show. Well done!

I find this podcast very interesting! Adel picks topics that are relevant in today’s news and provides historical background, as well as interviews with experts in the field. It’s fascinating to learn the history or be reminded of how things were as you think about how our lives are today. I highly recommend this podcast for anyone interested in history and current events! I can’t wait to listen to his next podcast.

Really love this approach to current events. Host Adel Aali brings in fabulous guests who have closely studied historical underpinnings of today’s controversies. Aali comes to the conversation having done some obvious heavy lifting himself. What results? Origin stories are unraveled with enthusiasm, alternating between closely described episodes and larger historical shifts. After hearing one, you’ll likely want to jump right into the next conversation. In short, engaging, important, comprehensive, and accessible.

A nice historical review on current subjects, peel away!

The Peel provides necessary historic insights to current events. Appreciate the insights and education. Definitely a podcast series everyone should listen to.

This podcast has been a surprisingly satisfying find. Well-reseached and a very original take on the news of the day. You can tell that this project is a labor of love, and I really like the random tangents that make the analysis more interesting, even funny. I really look forward to new episodes. Nice work Peel team!

Clever, thought provoking, and insightful! I always learn from these episodes and they’re not just juicy and interesting, they actually provide a much needed view of the past and the opportunity to learn from it.

It was very interesting enjoy listening to it.

On a recent long trip drive through many states, with my daughter, 20, I popped in one of the episodes. I like the show, it provides many insights into our own (American) psyche, and points out that most we experience today is nothing new. What surprised me was the spark it ignited in my daughter, and her curiosity into politics and everything that comes with it. We discussed current affairs for a few miles afterwards, and how sometimes things are not linear and don’t have an easy answer (taxes/ welfare/ min wage to name a few). I was pleasantly surprised that she wanted to be more involved and informed.

I really enjoy listening to these podcasts. They are very well thought out, researched and produced. Putting today’s news in historical perspective is very enlightening and helps me think of and analyze current events in a different light.

Every time I listen, I walk away with new knowledge about the history that makes our news. They bring dept and perspective to today’s news. I enjoy it very much. Keep up the good work.