Reviews

Captivating and informative historical story telling

Zach is one of the most engaging podcast hosts to listen to that I’ve come across. His narrative is clean, concise, punchy, and intelligent yet doesn’t come across as scripted at all. And I personally really liked his non-war related topics as well (Kinsey Report, Justinian & Theodora) for when all the death and devastation history becomes a bit too much. I hope to see more of those types come out as well! Just an all around great way to learn some history :) great job!

shelbizzle2020
July 22, 2025

Not you avg pod!

Zach does a great job of telling stories! Not just the scratch the surface / glaze over story… a real deep dive. Much appreciated backstory on a subject. I always get excited when the latest episode arrives in my feed. Thanks!

kpc dover
July 19, 2025

Unmatched story telling

Zach Cornwell is a master of history story telling. I find myself driving longer than I need to to keep listening to his words. Brings history to life, one of the best podcasts out there.

Mario123241536
July 12, 2025

Brilliant and compelling

Meticulously researched, beautifully written, with occasional glints of humors. Not to be missed.

bisbas8
June 25, 2025

It is like watching a movie

I have listened to 2 podcasts, India partition and birth of Bangladesh. Once I started listening I couldn’t stop. Very well done. It is literally like watching movie. Greatly appreciated learning about history through his narration.

Ma!sh!
June 23, 2025

Well-written, compelling and insightful

I learned so much, while enjoying every minute. Meticulous research, top-notch writing and humility of narration.

Rita Eisenhower
June 17, 2025

engaging

I really enjoy his style of narration. He does a very succinct job of taking long convoluted histories and streamline them to a very engaging story. really my only feedback would be a focus on pronunciation for some of the eastern world names. I do appreciate the time he puts into it as you can see by how long in between episode releases.

hK27
May 29, 2025

Outstanding!

This podcast truly brings history to life and provides such an amazing and engaging perspective. To be fair, I’m a history fan, but Zach narrates these complex topics in such a compelling way with brilliantly researched content, that it’s more like listening to a great story than a history lecture. I’m so grateful that I discovered this podcast - I’d give it 6 stars if I could!

HuskyDave21
May 23, 2025

Best Podcast!

My husband and I listen on our bi-weekly trips and love each story! The way Zach shares the history of each region is colorful and entertaining. I could listen to them tell any type of story as their descriptions and analogies bring each character to life!!

Kathy and Marty
April 20, 2025

Everything Zach turns his attention to

I am completely enthralled with Zach Cornwell's (hi)story- telling. No carefully crafted video presentation could ever hold a candle to the same events told by him. I learn so much, and care so much about all the topics he chooses to delve in to because of the way his narrative draws me in. I check every day to see if the next episode has posted. I told my son-in- law about the series on the partition of India and now he too has become hooked. Thank you so much for providing this immeasurably rich experience to your listeners.

Mareez1955
April 9, 2025

I couldn’t stop myself from writing this

I have loved every single topic. I have loved the narrative style so much and this new series starting with the overrated Justinian and Theodora has me swooning

Shroomless Wonder
Feb. 22, 2025

One of the Best

I regularly listen to history podcasts and this one really captivated me. The stories are less well known, well researched, and told in a very interesting way.

sweetspacemonkey
Dec. 27, 2024

Perfect history story podcast

This is really a top-tier podcast. I LOVE a non-fiction podcast where it feels like someone is telling me a story, and that’s what this gives you. The research, writing, and delivery are all 5/5. (Please keep making it!)

I belle
Dec. 24, 2024

Well crafted, non-fiction story telling

Absolutely quality. I appreciate that it’s well researched and the host does a great job conveying the feelings of the moment while staying true to reality.

MoonovrMissouri
Dec. 22, 2024

Excellent history podcast

Comparable to hard-core history, almost… Still very good and in some ways better

ffbjusdcjj hi i
Dec. 10, 2024

My favorite podcast

I love history, basketball, religion, amongst other things… but of all of the podcasts I’ve listened to this one has to take the cake. The host is a meticulous researcher, and also a gifted story teller. The perfect companion for long car rides or walks. Bravo and well done!

Nick Margetic
Dec. 8, 2024

Stand out History Podcast

I listen to lots of history podcasts, but this one just landed right. The sound quality, narrative quality, and detailed research all couple seamlessly with an excellent delivery. I like the lengths as well. I enjoy the lengthy episodes because I am getting a return on my time investment. Can’t say enough good things.

SJMcGee
Nov. 27, 2024

SUCH a great podcast!!

I love how the host strikes a healthy balance between properly explaining the issue at hand and injecting a slight amount of modern humor and reference. But he’s not silly and he doesn’t waste the audience’s time with irrelevant tangents. I really really love this podcast. Favorite episodes were in the series about the Stock Market Crash of 1929.

K Beeeeee
Nov. 20, 2024

My fav history podcast

I can say the host has a gift Amazing story teller and has a knack for picking such interesting topics I’m of South Asian origin and a history buff and the host gets my nod of approval as he’s made riveting episodes on the region

Ali Zane
Nov. 13, 2024

Wonderful

Great podcast! The only reason it isn’t a five star review is because you cited the prophet Muhammad’s wife Ayesha as being 12 years old upon marriage when she was in fact 6 years old. I’m not sure if it was political correctness or an honest mistake but nonetheless you are an amazing story teller!

Bruce Wesley
Nov. 8, 2024

The best history podcast

I can’t express in words how much I like this podcast.

Mikolins
Oct. 28, 2024

Not a Negative Review

I wasn’t going to leave a review, but after reading the negative reviews, felt like I should. This is a great podcast. I appreciate the amount of research that must go into these. I can’t imagine the amount of reading that goes into a two hour podcast. Plus I like how the narrator gives me a chuckle occasionally. Keep up the good work and don’t pay too much attention to the negative reviews. Those are the same folks who leave negative reviews everywhere they go.

Jasondmlr
Oct. 11, 2024

Enthralling History Podcast

My favorite history podcast I’ve ever listened to. I’ve already got two other people into it by asking them to listen to the first 10 minutes of episode 1.

jfaustino13
Sept. 3, 2024

This podcast is so good

I’m surprised I haven’t heard more about this, I kind of happened upon it. The storytelling and context is excellent. I only wish there were more episodes!

Jrl201014
Aug. 13, 2024