History Extra podcast

Alan Forrest considers how Napoleon used art as propaganda, while Christopher Duggan argues that Mussolini was a popular ruler.

Caroline Burt explores the reputation of Edward I and Simon Garfield explains his fascination with historical maps.

Jonathan Dimbleby considers a momentous Second World War clash, while Emelyne Godfrey reveals the story of suffragette martial artists.

Suzannah Lipscomb explains the impact that Henry VIII, Elizabeth I et al had on English and British history.

Dan Jones argues the importance of the Plantagenet dynasty to British history.

Anne Applebaum discusses her new book on Communist Eastern Europe, while Steven Pinker argues that we've never lived in more peaceful times.

Clare Griffiths considers how the Second World War affected agriculture, while John Morrill introduces an invaluable new resource for historians.

David Reynolds discusses Britain's World War Two strategy, while Bernard Cornwell considers the Battle of Poitiers, 1356.

Catherine Butler discusses history for children, while David Horspool examines rebellious texts of the past.

Orlando Figes describes some remarkable letters from the Soviet Union, while Charlotte Hodgman investigates the history of gas in Britain.

Rebecca Probert explores cohabitation in Victorian times, while Tony Moore seeks out historical parallels to the Libor scandal.

Simon Jarrett discusses disability through history, while David Priestland talks about how occupational groups have fought for power over the centuries.

Tim Benbow describes the Second World War battle for Madagascar, while Sarah Gristwood reflects on the role of women in the Wars of the Roses.

Helen Graham reflects on the Spanish Civil War and Sam Willis comments on a remarkable naval discovery.

Jerry Brotton introduces the father of geography, while David Musgrove investigates some historical recipe books.