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When was the last time Historical Blindness podcast uploaded a new episode

Historical Blindness podcast latest episode was on May 30, 2023

How many episodes does Historical Blindness podcast have

Historical Blindness has 153 episodes

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Nathaniel Lloyd

Historical Blindness

The Historical Blindness podcast is a podcast about history’s myths, mysteries, and forgotten truths. By examining cases of outrageous hoaxes, pernicious conspiracy theory, mass delusion, baffling mysteries and unreliable historiography, Historical Blindness searches for insights into modern religious belief and political culture.

Reviews

Skateboard RN

January 10, 2023

First episode

I love this type of podcast. The background music is distracting. It completes with the speaker. I haven’t listened to episode 2 yet ,maybe it was fixed.

Icebergtce

December 27, 2022

This is my all time favorite history podcast.

Been listening since 2017!

johdru

December 20, 2022

Waste of time

Content has promise; however, Nathaniel is a lefty ideologue.

ba-mbu23

December 5, 2022

Excellent and Informative

This has been a thoroughly enjoyable podcast. Well-researched, broad ranging topics, stories, and myths that have never failed to get me thinking. It is biased towards the truth, and Mr. Lloyd does an excellent job of presenting multiple perspectives to arrive as close to the truth as is possible with forgotten and misunderstood historical occurrences. Highly recommended.

Nyarl de la Thotep

November 29, 2022

Great podcast here

It’s right wing ignorami that don’t appreciate this podcast because they choose to substitute facts for the whatever the horse crap they believe in this week. I’m satisfied with studying the world as it actually is so I like this podcast. Never be surprised by a clown’s stupid nose.

Martiniano

November 21, 2022

Intelligent and Reasonable

I love Historical Blindness for its intelligent reporting on historical events. If you are a lover of reason, critical thinking and unvarnished truth then this podcast is for you.

Vababeel04

November 20, 2022

Great Topic. 0 personality.

If you have insomnia this will be your cure. Absolutely no personality in the presentation. Love the topics but hard to listen to.

campiberger

November 19, 2022

Informed with FACTS

Crybaby right wing nut jobs are the only people giving this podcast 1 star. They love saying FACTS are leftist propaganda.

bobsunuffles

October 11, 2022

Doesn’t tip toe around tough subjects

I really appreciate your approach to history. I had listened to some other episodes but wondered how you would address darker points of American history. I have gotten so used to people addressing slavery like “yeah it happened, but that was the past”. After listening to 85 & 86 I had to leave a review with my thanks for talking about this issue head on. Since the election in 2016 I slowly lost a most of my non-black friends because issues in politics and history. And phrases that equate to “black people need to stop bringing up the past” came up to much. This podcast gave me hope that there still may be hope for America.

Twigs1123

September 21, 2022

Suffering from its own historical blindness

It’s a decent show depending on the topic, but if that topic crosses wires with today, expect Nathan to go insanely hyperbolic and hysteric in demonizing modern Republicans. I’m no conservative but I quite frankly do not care to have modern partisanship so overbearing in a podcast about things in the past. I came here to learn, not be lectured to. His JFK series is quite frankly one of the best, because he largely avoids falling into this pitfall.

Dr Miss Information

September 7, 2022

Bias

Very bias this is exactly the miss information that needs to be stoped

Jung MC

August 28, 2022

Ablist title says it all

When a podcaster can’t even name their podcast without employing bigoted language , something is seriously wrong

New won

August 25, 2022

Finally someone willing to stand up to misinformation

This podcast is a necessity in the modern era. The host is extraordinarily knowledgeable and delves deep into the reality behind so many conspiracies. Negative reviews for this podcast are clearly contributed by those who are not only uniformed but unwilling to see that their deeply held misconceptions are nothing other than falsities.

aulab

August 15, 2022

Great historical podcast!

This podcast is well is well written researched, and presented. The through line of American history isn’t a straight line in any direction, and the age we live in isn’t a direct plot from the old guys who wrote the constitution. This podcast helps to show us the true messiness of American History.

RTP357M1

August 8, 2022

Biased opinions passed as fact.

Mr. Lloyd makes no attempt to address topics in an unbiased fashion. He tries to pass his opinions as facts by only giving details that support his position. I can’t recommend this podcast to anyone who is looking for a historical podcast free from bias. Mr. Lloyd should preface his episodes by stating that much of what he says is opinion.

johnburstleton

August 3, 2022

Excellent production value.

Shockingly so honestly. Other than that it makes no attempt to be unbiased. If it’s not in the accepted history then it's racist and case closed. Broad brushstrokes while ignoring inconvenient facts that don’t add up. For example buildings with two stories underground with glass windows facing the dirt. Massive brick fortresses (Fort Jefferson) made of millions of bricks miles out at sea. So a cash-strapped fledgling country diverted all it’s wealth into floating countless bricks out on sail boats to build something that isn’t guarding anything for hundreds of miles. We don’t know the answers to all of history.. but this guy does. He probably thinks the pyramids were made by slaves. Let me ask you this: could you pull a 10 ton rock up a stone ramp with hemp rope? Now do that 100k times.

Con27

August 2, 2022

Not Blind

I have listened to many episodes over the past two years. The “Gun Culture in America” episode flushed his credibility right down the pipe. This was a pure leftist opinion slam piece with all the old talking points and no discussion of “culture” whatsoever. If he spent more than an hour researching this, I would be surprised. If he had gone a few minutes longer, he would have discovered at least one point from the other argument. So very disappointing.

anotherGLJ

July 30, 2022

Very informative and interesting

This podcast is informative as well as entertaining. I have learned much history, and in an enjoyable manner. Nathaniel Lloyd does a great job, and tells many interesting stories. Further, he finds many surprising tidbits. I am listening to his podcast on gun violence through history, which is historically apt (and very sad that we still do not do a good job of keeping guns out of the hands of crazies). Keep up the good work, Nathaniel!

Middle of the pack

July 20, 2022

Unbiased Truth…separates fact from fiction

Like a lot of people I know a little about history, but I’ve never been passionate about it until I started listening to Historical Blindness. Topics are presented in an unbiased factual manner. It’s like listening to an old episode of Paul Harvey and “The rest of the story“, meaning it can be surprisingly insightful. It is so well done I can wait to hear the next episode. This is a must listen to show!

Mateaqua

July 15, 2022

Myth-tory or History?

I have been a happy listener for a couple of years now, I have listened to almost every episode. I have learned about topics that I have never heard of and heard points of view that that I never would have thought of. I like history that is not written from an ideological stance and some may argue that this one is, however unlike many history podcasts this one cites its resources without fail and if a fact has any room for interpretation it calls that out clearly. I also enjoy a good conspiracy theory, not saying that all are wrong or all are right but this series does well in laying them out and giving you factual information to dispel them. This series is well written, well produced and enjoyable even when the topic may not be. I look forward to each new episode and even when the authors views may not align with mine, I respect the work he has put into the research and how he arrived at his conclusion. Those who do not learn from history are only doomed to repeat it, so give this show a listen and you may be surprised what we can learn.

terminalwillness

July 15, 2022

Good stuff!

Very informative and well-researched. I do find the background music a bit annoying personally.

Joy from florida

July 15, 2022

Love this one

I listen to a lot of history podcasts and this one is my favorite. He separates facts from speculation. He also discusses arguments on both sides when there are issues that involve missing information. It’s always a great listen.

katibheart

July 14, 2022

Fair and Factual

Well researched look into America’s history of mass shootings and the policies that were put in place in the aftermath. I always learn something new from this podcast and I appreciate the host’s passion and fair take on the issues he presents.

Brett in Omaha

July 14, 2022

This is great history, whatever your politics

I normally don’t write reviews for anything, but during the last episode I listened to, Nathaniel said that he’s been getting crap reviews on Apple Podcasts. I’m here to help counter those reviews. Understand, I don’t agree with most of Nathaniel’s political views. He and I would have long arguments over policy. That’s not the point. This is a history podcast and Nathaniel’s history is excellent. He’s well researched and uses excellent, easy to verify sources. You can disagree with his political conclusions, but as far as the history goes, he’s one of the best in this business. If you not only love history, but challenging thought, this is a must listen.

Aliceincolo

July 12, 2022

I appreciate your perspective

Thank you for your strong statements on sensible gun control through the lens of history and our troubling current state of affairs.

Texastj1980

July 12, 2022

Wonderful well researched podcast

Wonderful well researched podcast with interesting topics! If you Like Dan Carlin this is a great fill in while you are waiting.

CharlzzVane

July 12, 2022

Great podcast

Wonderful show, we’ll researched

hamhoc64

July 7, 2022

EXCELLENT

Well-informed and well-spoken host. Interesting topics.

MDub1978

July 3, 2022

still awful

tried to give it another chance, but listening to the episode about the Ark and hearing the word “fundamentalist christian” said 50x within 5 minutes in a condescending tone really drives the point home that this is a liberal atheist podcast who just wants to mock the topics it covers. shame, because the subject matter could be interesting if just discussed normally.

Bigmommahill

June 16, 2022

Liberal propaganda

Wow! The insults and name calling make this a fast pass for me.

civil war buff 67

June 3, 2022

Ok so far but

I’m a late arrival. Currently listening to Firebrand in the Reichstag. He gets a little to political, obviously a liberal which is ok, but going to alienate me if it continues the bias. Hope not. Update: he’s lost me. He can’t keep his liberal bias out of history (I have two history degrees and pride myself on trying to stick to facts)The episode where he said Southern Soldiers fought to maintain slavery because they hoped to have a plantation themselves someday is ludicrous. I’m a career Soldier, I fought for my country regardless of wether or not I agreed with the reasons. Northern Soldiers by in large didn’t fight to free slaves either. Most (including the officers) fought for their State because they were called to do so, just like the Southerners.

My nickname taken.

May 31, 2022

Excellent and Well-Researched

Fascinating and detailed. Appreciate all the supportive references!

Hrepl

May 30, 2022

Love it!

Great podcast! The JFK episodes were fantastic!

Madutrip

May 1, 2022

CIA propaganda

I’m surprised this guy asks for donations since he’s probably getting Pentagon funding- maybe his money requests are “cover” or a round about way to get dark money- Hint- If you are going to try to debunk a conspiracy claim- learn and deeply understand the conspiracy- This show seems more of a way to brainwash people who haven’t researched a topic- You probably think MK Ultra is a conspiracy too even though it was exposed in Congress.

ladyjanegrey37

April 23, 2022

Very informative, great topics

I’ve been listening to this podcast for about two years now. So glad I stumbled upon it. You can tell the host is a professor-the topics are very interesting and he definitely does his research. I specifically love that he debunks many commonly believed conspiracy theories! I just joined on patreon bc he only charges a $1 a month to get all the bonus content, which is much less than most podcasts charge. Thanks so much and keep ‘em coming!

foxsongs

March 29, 2022

Thanks

Suchbscc CB great podcadt

CleisReviews

March 25, 2022

I want so badly to like this show

This show should be fun. It’s got neat little bits and pieces from history, it’s got conspiracy, occult stuff… really everything you’d be looking at for a fun podcast to listen to while commuting or out for a jog. But I just can’t. Somehow Nathaniel takes every single topic and makes it so dull you want to fall asleep. Whether it’s the monotone voice or just how he portrays everything in the dullest manner imaginable I couldn’t quite tell you, but it shows. I feel he’s be an excellent research assistant for another show. His data is always great. The incidents he digs up are fun! But I don’t know that he’s really suited for hosting.

Commit to access

February 23, 2022

The use of blindness is derogatory.

For a podcast that is supposedly historically aware and thinking outside the box I must decry the blatant ignorance. The use of the word blindness as a metaphor for stupidity and ignorance is categorically unhelpful to the blind community. Not to mention the numerous references to the word blind as stupid and ignorant. Makes me sit on the edge of my seat waiting for the episode that tells me how brilliant the parable of the blind men and the elephant is. You may think it is nothing but that is so untrue. As a blind person I know firsthand how much it does matter as I find myself dismissed and kicked to the curb for no other reason than being blind. I get talked past as if I have no ability to reason with my mind. I experience the deterioration of the usefulness of technology as companies focus more and more on making things easier for sighted people and run down the tools that were set aside for blind individuals. The way that Blind is used in our language affects the way our society treats blind people. With your greater awareness, prove me wrong. But, I wish I had a nickel for each time I corrected someone who finally understood and told me I meant no harm. Historical blindness for a podcast name question let’s say it as it is. You are simply ignorant.

Lolaperez1

February 6, 2022

Correct Years Please

I am hoping to work through your catalog. I am sure this was a simple mistake, but the Date of the January 6th insurrection was 2021, not 2020. I was hoping you would correct yourself. Made me cringe each time. Willing to keep listening, and update.

Cvcc12321

January 25, 2022

Uber Liberal academic

This podcast has moved to pushing his Extreme Leftist point of view. As do most Academics with nothing more than a book to read and zero life experience to base his opinion. I feel bad for his students to have to listen to his dry, mundane monotone voice for one more minute. This is not apodcast about history anymore, it’s a podcast to push the liberal agenda.

Tardis4687

January 21, 2022

Wonderful use of primary and secondary sources.

This is a must for any history or folk lore fan. The host is knowledgeable and entertaining as well as insightful about his topics. This podcast is a fun listen for anyone wanting to find stories that might have missed the pages of their history textbook.

delenda est Carthago

January 10, 2022

Politically slanted non-analytical history

If you’re looking for a sociologist take on history, listen to this. If you want researched analytical history find something else

thehumanjessie

January 9, 2022

Great Podcast

This is one of my go to podcasts that I always listen to first. Lots of great information often on topics I know little to nothing about. The host also has a fantastic voice.

Dgerard2000

December 25, 2021

People are idiots

Great podcast though ultimately toothless. Believers are immune to logical arguments. I’m sure you realize it’s basically preaching to the the converted. But keep it up.

AppTXreviewer

December 14, 2021

Too woke

Started well but went down into a character assassination of C. Columbus. The fact the both you and your guest Moxie kept on calling others “apologists” is embarrassing. Next time invite traditionalist historian to bring some balance to the podcast. I listened cause I wanted to know more about Columbus but ended up listening to your opinions, which are IMHO partially out of context and unfair to the Conquistador and Navigator. Of course most of them were looking for glory and Money but you really made him look worse than Mao or Stalin. Good effort nonetheless.

😉💙🙃

December 8, 2021

1619

I googled 1619, as you suggested in your podcast, almost all agreed 1619 was not the beginning of slavery in the US…

Zalmo1

December 7, 2021

A great podcast

I love this podcast, the quality is excellent, the format is great, the structure, arguments, subject matter selection, all is great. I listened to one episode and found myself digging for days into all of them, some of them I even re-listened because they are so well put together. Well done!

imfeelingsublime

December 3, 2021

Well researched

Ignore the reviews giving one star because the host is supposedly saying “left wing” whatever. Some people don’t like their own biased beliefs challenged, I suppose. This podcast is full of verifiable information and the topics are interesting.

Chappresident

November 23, 2021

Sell out

I listen to the napoleonic age podcast and this guys on there for about a minute and a half each episode talking about some garbage iphone game called best fiends every single time. Looking at some of the other 1 star reviews helps outline the kind of person he is.

IrishLadOKC

November 23, 2021

Racism is racism

Not that anyone will care, but there isn’t a clear defense here that upholds the 1619 project as anything but an historically blind attempt to rewrite facts. It was wrong when so called polite white society did it the first time - it is still wrong when anyone does it.

Sydralewis

November 16, 2021

Liberal garbage.

Tipped his hand on objectivity. Delete unless you want to be called racist and oppressive based on skin color.

jrad949714

October 13, 2021

Covid

That fact that you think what the Media says is honest and truthful. If your vaccine works so well then don’t worry about the people that don’t take it. Go ahead and be the Guinea pig…. Oh yeah and one more thing it has not been approved by the FDA… stick to blind history… wait 200 years when historians about this shot

L C J 2000

October 4, 2021

Lefty Mac left left

He no good

murseinsomnia

September 16, 2021

The shroud of Turin

Great podcast! Very informative. The one glaring negative is that Jesus was a middle eastern man. He would have a broad nose, dark brown/black wavy hair. The shroud’s face is Anglo Saxon

blankfortstudio

September 14, 2021

Good but ….

He speaks as if he were reading to first graders

phxflurry

August 27, 2021

So fascinating

Very well researched and the info is presented well.

MCox1959

August 16, 2021

Biased left wing propaganda !

Leftist trash masqueraded as sophisticated research.Left wing talking points amid a sea of opinion. Not worth the time for anyone who is serious about the impact and affects of mass media and communications.

Tomlorijohnston

July 18, 2021

Disappointed

Bias against conservatives.

orpheusapologist

July 13, 2021

Ignore the one-star reviews

I’m not one to rate podcasts often, but I enjoy this one a lot and it’s clear one-star reviews from a hoard of biased anti-science folks have been bringing the overall rating down, and that’s a shame. This podcast is incredibly well-produced for having such a small team behind it, and I always learn something new and interesting!

Michael p 123

June 12, 2021

Truth Teller

A historian well versed how history can persecute those expressing inconvenient facts. Very grateful for him.

Vox Publicus

May 30, 2021

Clown with a microphone

Guess any uninformed, biased, fool can have a podcast. Obviously has never actually tried to research any of the fake news stories he’s mocking. Sad and pathetic. Don’t waste your time with this inane drivel.

SeanSpielberg

May 26, 2021

Fake news

You just claimed that only the right lied. Both sides lie. Did you forget the 4 years of of trump being a Russian asset spouted as fact on msm. And you just said the Hunter Biden lab top was fake. That turned out to be true. So you are now fake news spouting whatever you hear on the main stream media. Do you know that Jews are actually being hunted down

matan0

May 23, 2021

Curious Historical Oddities

I’m a history nerd. I enjoy the well researched information presented on obscure subjects that sometimes pass as history. I only gave it 3 stars because of the background music. It detracts from the presentation.

Cassidy2786

May 21, 2021

Awesome!!

Very smart, well informed, and fair look at controversial historical topics! One of my favorite podcasts of any kind!

Nope2infinity

April 27, 2021

Really?

For a podcast that discusses the many times science got it wrong (in hindsight)...to encourage a vaccine that took less than a year to produce? How irresponsible and ignorant. One can support the science of immune therapy and vaccinations while advocating for the safety of said vaccines and the ability to sue said companies without being “anti-vax”. Injecting anything into my body that was rushed is a big no thanks...especially if you’re a student of science history. It’s not even a vaccine, technically. It was only the early 2000’s they began to discover issues with some of the early polio vaccines given in the 50’s-60’s. Seriously, HOW do you dispel “myths” for a vaccine that is so new and pushed through so quickly? The truth is you couldn’t possibly know. Unsubscribed.

iamslumjesus

April 21, 2021

Forget you and the vaccine!

You just altered your sacred DNA. Good job 🥴

Freddo1952

April 18, 2021

FRED from Colorado

I just found today. Very impressed with first shows I listened to I might have accidentally given a one star review before I sent the 5 star. Good work from what I’ve heard so far

Alexandra Lab Girl

April 15, 2021

Nothing out of the ordinary...Kinda boring!

This started out really interesting! I have enjoyed older episodes but something has changed... I can’t put a finger on it. I just don’t enjoy listening to these anymore. It sounds like every other news and media outlet/podcast. It’s no longer fun , different or out of the ordinary. It blends into the droning monotony of a 1,000 other podcasts. Also, music and voice inflection are ... the best words I can come up with is droning and monotonous.

Irish!!

April 13, 2021

Stick to what you know

Just another hack more worried about tying a historical narrative to a current issue from their chosen side of the subject then actually teaching the listener about history. The leaps in logic and assumption of their prowess on current affairs betrays them. So sad.

hwfwalton

April 13, 2021

One of my new favorite historical podcasts

This has become one of my favorite historical podcasts. The host does his research incredibly thoroughly but is also a brilliant story teller. He guides you through the legends and lets them tell their stories, and then shows the intentions and context behind these historical legends and how they came to be. Cannot recommend this show highly enough.

Slytherin73

April 12, 2021

Well researched and entertaining

This podcast would be perfect for those who enjoy the Constant or a Our Fake History. It is well produced, informative, and entertaining.

Aaah22

April 12, 2021

Good content

Too much background music; overly dramatic. Takes away from the story.

ConalnF

April 11, 2021

Excellent podcast

This podcast is obvious really well researched and well put together. I’ve enjoyed it a lot lately and find it quite educational and entertaining. The host’s voice is also really good to listen to and well suited for audio media. Bravo!

Amanda from LJ

March 25, 2021

Really great

It’s very interesting, and if you don’t like politics in your history I don’t think you know how history works.

Andrewj141

March 19, 2021

Lies

Would’ve donated until I heard the pure propaganda and misinformation in the “Israel” episode. One need simply look at today and the last few centuries to see that a certain group has and at this point, has all but won their “war on Christendom”. I’m not religious, but their “war” stretches beyond just attacking Christianity or religion in general... it attacks countries and entire nations of people, all who aren’t them in fact. Reality and present day life is the best catalyst for revealing the truth, which is the opposite of your stance.

Pontius1

March 10, 2021

Blind Bias is Poison for Historical Analysis

Was a fan until the host became way too overtly political. Sad and boring.

fuuuuuuuuuuuckthis

February 26, 2021

Weird cadence

I was so interested in the subject but his cadence is so awkward (feel same way about the par cast woman)

abbyschatmypants

February 24, 2021

Historical blindness

I love this podcast keep it up!!

Fred Furd

February 19, 2021

Music too loud

I agree with other reviews. Awful music too loud, weird, and distracting. Overpowers the mechanical narrative.

eXo2000

February 17, 2021

Stick to history

The political bias is nauseating. Listened to one episode and I was done. Complete garbage.

Buzz shiteyear

February 12, 2021

Unlistenable

It’s impossible to get through these podcasts. The content seems acceptable. But for the entirety of the podcast there is a SPECTACULARLY HORRIBLE music bed playing throughout ALL narration. Truly awful. Truly.

Scotty Baby 929

February 5, 2021

Lifts The Veil

If you are easily offended by challenging ideas, then this podcast is probably not for the weak of mind, and you can stop reading. If, however, you prefer to engage in adventures of well researched ideas, perhaps previously unknown to you, and you enjoy a little thoughtful mental exercise in order to draw your own conclusions, then you will be glad that you read this review. Well produced, with fluid delivery, Historical Blindness ranks among the very best of many thought provoking podcasts, and not just History. Thanks Nathaniel for both the hard work and the courage to make this enlightening contribution to these troubled times of bubble minded, echo chambered, societal blindness with which we currently struggle, and as History tells us, we always will.

Splauer1us

January 21, 2021

Beware

Thanks for injecting your political slant into you podcast and ruining it. I’m just glad it happened on my third episode and I didn’t invest hours of listening before having to sit through political indoctrination and revisionist history. Pure garbage. Also the endless looping background music is quite annoying and the rhythm and cadence of your speech is very distracting. Both of which I was ignoring because the basic premise of the podcast is a good one. Unfortunately you couldn’t just leave your political opinion out of it. It added no value to the topic.

Monkeyfist84

January 20, 2021

Too political and biased

I tried to give this podcast a chance a few times, but it’s to political and biased. As I fan of history, I do appreciate different points of view and truths being told, but I don’t want to hear personal biases and political leanings. If I wanted that I would watch anything on tv.

Hilarious Idiots

January 10, 2021

Informative and fun

Greatly appreciate the fact-based and humor-infused podcast similar to “The Conspirators”. Wonderful, fascinating content, eloquent narration, and just a pinch of sardonic commentary. Highly recommend.

prierpourelle

November 30, 2020

PLEASE TURN THE MUSIC DOWN

The sound design is distracting. I find myself sighing with relief any time the music stops and I can actually hear the information. Otherwise, I am enjoying thus far.

Hollyoke

November 28, 2020

Fun

Well narrated, delves into some obscure stories from the past, skating on the age of the supernatural sometimes, but remaining factual. Love it.

HurricaneBrax

November 26, 2020

Couldn’t get past the partisanship

If you dislike objectivity and want to have a partisan narrative spoken at you this podcast is ok. If you’re an actual history fan this might be one to skip since it comes off as propaganda from the WW2 era

Kenlynt83

November 18, 2020

Educational

The host takes fairly obscure historical events, expands on them, and often relates them to our day. Nice.

Independence Steve

November 15, 2020

Excellent Podcast!

Just listened to the podcast about the murder of Lord Darnley. I finally have some understanding of events of that time that have an impact on the UK & Ireland to this day.

agapanthus327

November 12, 2020

Thoughtful, carefully researched

This is an intelligently-written, carefully researched reflection on modern culture and events. I especially appreciate the calm demeanor of the presenter.

Giggles in Llama

October 30, 2020

Must Listen on Long Drives

This podcast is great, well researched and written. I love listening to it on my commute. Every episode delivers a fascinating lesson from history. Also he definitely has a voice for podcasting, it’s very soothing which makes for a very zen drive while you listen.

Nick's Nick Name

October 1, 2020

Fantastic Podcast!

This is a well researched and well produced history podcast. The host does a great job highlighting fascinating stories from history.

Tallwalker15368

September 30, 2020

Well worth listening to

Interesting treatment of the occult, conspiracy theories, and the unusual, well narrated. I look forward to listening to new installments as soon as they download.

baskervill_ed

September 28, 2020

Disgruntled trump supporters

It’s hilarious how someone can give a one star review to series just because they don’t agree with your deep state conspiracy

Herr Larsen

September 23, 2020

SJW trash

That is all. Completely biased. Would be fine as an opinion feature, but not a source for learning. Read a book; preferably Rise and Fall of the Third Reich. Don’t waste your time here. Educate yourself. Don’t arrest your own development by humoring this safe space garbage. Also, if you can’t pronounce “promulgate” correctly, you probably shouldn’t feature in a podcast.

Dingusdringus

September 22, 2020

Wonderful

Just so so great. Well researched and always interesting. 👌👌

Pittsburgh_Joe

September 21, 2020

Great podcast

Great podcast with thought provoking topics. It really makes you think about some of the historical facts and stories you thought you knew and makes you realize there is more to some of the events of the past than what you thought.

KHNSN4

September 1, 2020

It’s too bad

I have been listening for a long time. It’s too bad that some people leaving one star reviews can’t read the title. The word “blindness” is in there for a reason. This is more than just a “here are some facts for you to draw your own opinions” podcast. The podcast does what it sets out to do. And it does it well. Odd that people rate a show based on what they want it to do. I give this podcast one star because it doesn’t help me learn French. 😀

dsusofnazareth

August 22, 2020

Great show

I have been listening to this podcast for a while now and always look forward to new episodes

SamanthaRae_of_light

August 18, 2020

Smart, witty, factual

What else could you ask for in a good podcast?

jloc123

August 17, 2020

Great show

Interesting and educational; on my regular rotation as I look for stuff to ease my worried mind. Don’t stress about getting episodes out on a schedule. These are weird times for all of us.

Christisatan

August 13, 2020

Awesome show!!

I enjoy this show so much that I became a paying patron. The stories are well researched and told with an unbiased journalistic approach that is refreshing.

LacyLu

August 11, 2020

I understand

Self care is very important and I do hope that you bounce back. We are all experiencing major life changes. It’s brave of you to share your struggles but also comforting to know that we aren’t the alone in this crazy time in history. Your show is very informative and thought provoking. Makes me wonder how this decade will be remembered.

Bluebird074

August 6, 2020

One of my favorites

Really great show, always look forward to new ones, very interesting material & the host has a relaxing & accessible style of storytelling. I loved the episode dispelling the ‘states rights’ myth, definitely keeping that info handy for when I encounter that nonsense.

Russell gawat

August 5, 2020

Excellent and well balanced

Really enjoy this excellent and well researched podcast. Pls ignore the comments from Trumpistan they really don’t know what they are talking about. Well done and keep up the good work.

ptr_lapp

August 1, 2020

Cool approach to history

Really dig this show. I listen to a lot of history podcasts, and Historical Blindness is at the top of my list.

Kydiana

July 31, 2020

A real gem

This could not be a more timely podcast. For those that think of history as some dry, irrelevant subject to be mastered in school and then forgotten, Nathaniel shows us how incredibly relevant the lessons of the past remain. I’ve been around long enough to see the same mistakes repeated within my own lifetime with apparent obliviousness to what has gone before. Incredibly well researched, fascinating topics, balanced presentation and well produced. My favorite episodes are those that shed light on how we got to where we are now even though I know Nathaniel has gotten some grief for it. Please keep up the good work. Highly recommended!

igsaisb

July 31, 2020

Critical thought and weirdness!

If you like Our Fake History, you’ll enjoy Historical Blindness. Every episode is master class in application of critical reasoning while learning about oddities in history.

PNW_Guy

July 31, 2020

Interesting and well done

I enjoy the podcast and the professional nature of the delivery. Well researched and everyone has political views. I appreciate the subjects and the detail he puts into his work. Thanks for the distraction to my days.

Sleehrat

July 29, 2020

One of my favorites

There are a lot of podcasts that deal with interesting points of fact but I find this one to be one of the best researched and most insightful. I catch every episode - you should too!

?!?!@kehu

July 20, 2020

Narcissistic Blindness

While trying to find unbiased historical information that unveiled the nuances of the past, this pod cast was initially appreciated, until the author’s true narcissism and blindness comes into light by injecting comparisons of current political climate and using knowledge of some history as a bully pulpit to degrade the actors of the current age whom do not subscribe to his political leanings. Loosing my faith in professional educators staying out of politics and offering objective views on history and other information🤮

ASKWyo

June 25, 2020

Punk

As you have said on your podcast, history can be subjective. Especially if you don’t have the facts or that history is written by the victors. Your sin is you reject the facts to promote a failed ideology that promotes the highest levels of human suffering in history! The flaw is in the content of your character! You have become a punk.

bklne

June 15, 2020

Human or robot?

The narrator’s stiff, robotic, overly enunciated speech is really distracting. He sounds computer-generated and mechanical. The woodenness of his delivery is alienating.

Akayeh

June 6, 2020

Harvard interview...

I love the podcast but it always seems so boxy. You were so much more relaxed and natural at Harvard. Try taking some of that stage presence into your studio. Thank you for your research and work.

Portrait of a Lady

May 9, 2020

Great podcast

Ignore the triggered conservatives, this podcast is fantastic, insightful and very well researched

Randy IV

March 14, 2020

Just Great

A unique historical podcast to say the least but in a good way. Covers a wide variety of topics so it stays fresh. Thanks for the hours of free infotainment

Gladesgator

January 21, 2020

Propaganda Not History

There were many balanced views of Columbus out there worth reading. Try Laurence Bergreen and avoid this blabbering nonsense.

Festiliard

December 20, 2019

Eh...

I didn’t care much for the approach. Sort of a “Hey, come listen to this interesting podcast about an absurd alternative theory” approach, rather than an objective dive into an “interesting alternative view” approach. The obvious bias with which they presented the topic I listened to turned me off immediately. It’s one thing to make it plain that a particular point of view is controversial or even widely disputed. But to disregard the validity of a matter altogether as an introduction is wholly unprofessional. I like to decide for myself whether the information I’m presented with is useful or not.

AliceDigitalis

December 9, 2019

Great Topics, Poor Delivery

I really wanted to like this podcast, but the way it’s produced just wasn’t enjoyable. The background music is often too loud and distracting; if music is used in a podcast, it needs to be subtle and ambient. In addition, the narration is over-enunciated, stiff, and unnatural. At least throw in a contraction every once in a while!

Lil_Witch_Kitty

November 26, 2019

History is Fun!

I discovered Historical Blindness when I came over to Apple Podcasts from YouTube. I was following another channel over to their podcast format (The BrainFood Show) and Historical Blindness was a suggested podcast. I have really enjoyed Historical Blindness. I really appreciated Historical Blindness bringing other podcast creators over for guest spots. Because of that I have been able to find other very enjoyable podcasts like Your Brain on Facts. Thank you for everything you do and please keep up the great work!

Missg...Meee

November 14, 2019

Interesting and well researched

One of my favorite listens. Great content, great connection of historical themes with today’s current events, easy to listen to voice.

myths...

October 15, 2019

Never question anything

The narrative of the show is simple its always official story's even weak ones are always truth an not to be questioned disappointing

GuyFromByzantium

October 13, 2019

Love this show!

One of my all time favorites. The take-downs and deconstructions of false narratives of history are masterful. Topics are interesting, research is excellent, and many of the episodes have made me think of historical events in new ways. Highly recommended.

lplace44

October 10, 2019

Disappointed

I listened to a few episodes and liked the show well enough but when creationists were compared to holocaust deniers I decided wasn’t the show for me

mermer81

September 24, 2019

Definitely an awesome narrative

I found this to be one of the more detailed yet easy to listen to podcasts regarding history but I do have to say it is equally entertaining enjoy this is a diamond in the rough

swede1128

August 28, 2019

The host knows how to read

Boring reading of a script. The host exudes about a much personality as a box of rocks.

Mo Collins

August 19, 2019

What an awesome podcast!

With a great selection of stories, this podcast is well researched and always fascinating. I highly recommend this podcast!

j fen bauer

August 5, 2019

great fun

the Nazi Occult tri-pod is extra good. interesting and surprising and amusing. two thumbs up from this reviewer

Sad in ohio

July 15, 2019

Revisionist

Crockpot revisionist with heavy leftist/Marxist subversive leanings. Avoidable.

KLH1965

June 8, 2019

Turn down the background music!!!!

I like to content but the music in the background makes it to frustrating to listen to. I would rather have no music but if you feel you need music at least turn it down

Bphorn

April 23, 2019

Amazing

I just found this podcast and I am almost half way through it. Great topics and an amazing story teller. Thank you for all your hard work.

scottD125

March 17, 2019

Background music

Unbearable

753spqr

March 15, 2019

Ideology not history

The creator admits no historical training which is painfully obvious from many episodes. Unfortunately this podcast, while having much potential, is more about his liberal agenda then reasoned fact. See, e.g., the initial episode’s diatribe against Trump, the poorly reasoned revisionist account of Columbus and the latest episode yet again presenting unsubstantiated liberal claims. For those who want to hear the typical party line liberal ideology, this is for you. If you’re looking for interesting historical insights, look elsewhere.

jared nature study camp

March 8, 2019

Please help! Horrible sounding voice

Please speak as you did at a lecture I heard, you were ashamed of your non studio voice,but it was actually really good. At least tolerable but this overdone speech is not

elliewayn

February 10, 2019

Keep up the good work....

I don’ mind your “veiled references “ to Trump (reference to comment by desert dog). We are doomed to repeat history and darned if we don’t have ourselves a case of Germany circ. 1930’s right now going on in the good old U.S. of A.!

Desert Dog Sr.

February 8, 2019

Right off the bat, the first episode is politically charged

Not three minutes in and we get our first veiled Trump reference. I’m sorry, but I don’t want to hear about how a podcast was created in haste because the creator disliked the rhetoric of an unnamed but obvious presidential candidate. I want to feel like I’m listening to a well planned show, not something that was started in a rush because of prisoner-of-the-moment, reactionary politics. I understand that we can learn lessons from history, and that there are parallels in history everywhere, but I get enough exposure to politics on my phone, computer, tv, and from my coworkers. We are literally saturated in it. Your listeners should be able to escape into a historical time and place and then draw their own conclusions about their own lives. The heavy-handedness is tiring. Also, I understand that history departments are very much skewed to the left, but the best history podcasts out there—Hardcore History, History on Fire, and to a lesser extent, Our Fake History—are good because they feel so authentically personalized and unbiased. I know we all bring our own views and beliefs to the table in every aspect of our lives, but when starting a business venture, you need to keep in mind that others will have different viewpoints than you, and you are turning off a decent percentage of your listeners by starting so opinionated from the very first minutes of the very first episode.

JROD in Omaha

February 2, 2019

Pretty good so far- sometimes too short

Seems like right when it gets interesting, it’s over. To all of the partisan reviewers who keep saying things like: “keep politics out of it” “Typical Libtard” “Leftish propaganda” You should take your own advice! Leave politics out of your review. Try using examples, facts, or sources. You’re just coming off as a child who disagrees because they feel like they should defend their “team” no matter what. If you’re that scared to challenge your own ideas and feelings, that means you know your opinions won’t hold up to scrutiny. An open mind doesn’t mean “lefty progressive”, it mean someone who is open to new ideas and one who is willing to learn or change if new information is given. If you’ve held the same ideas, feelings and opinions on politics since you were a teenager, chances are you still are one...mentally. Both sides.

AM Cloutier

February 1, 2019

Loves the untold tale

Great fun

Sidsucks

January 31, 2019

Keep politics out

Typical libtard spouting his dribble

randomlettersjkfind

January 30, 2019

Another podcast towing the historical party line

If your looking for something with a fresh, unbiased take on historical events, keep looking. This one just reads out of the status quo history text book while addressing and dismissing anything other perspectives.

sane and tired of bs

January 30, 2019

Leftist garbage

From the very first episode the podcaster demonstrates his leftist insanity. Stay away

greengo67

December 15, 2018

Podcast review

Love love love the concept of mysterious history...but, the music is way over the top and distracting. During the body of the podcast, the music needs to be secondary, in the background. I can’t concentrate on the content.

Friendlygamesquid777

October 20, 2018

Superficial, callow propaganda that adds nothing to “the conversation”

Breathlessly earnest as he may be, the host and producer adds little of value to the discussion of the topics he broaches.. tired, politically correct, juvenile... a lot self-congratulatory high-fiving about “myth-busting”...lame... indeed, worse than lame because it’s part of that anti-democratic echo chamber where people seek only to justify their pre-conceptions, much better podcasts out there

nycfluxster

September 17, 2018

Interesting topics, but...

The topics discussed are great, but the host’s style is a bit over-dramatic.

Jayefaye 72

August 13, 2018

Love this!

This guy turns the history we know on its head and has sources to back him up! Don’t even get me started on the stories that you never heard before. I thought I knew a lot of abscure history and yet he surprises me!

Vyshkin

August 8, 2018

I’m so glad I found this podcast!

I thought I had already found all the good history podcasts, but this one is so awesome! I can’t believe I missed it.

WI Appraiser

August 5, 2018

Excellent & Engaging!

This wonderful podcast presents history in a way that can be easily understood and enjoyed by all! The host’s passion is contagious, and I look forward to every new episode!

frankenfly

July 30, 2018

A good voice

Sounds nice and clear, I like that. He displays an interest in his topic that helps hold you interest and entertains. Well worth regular listen, interesting topics.

safetymath

July 29, 2018

Fascinating podcast

The subjects chosen for this podcast are absolutely fascinating, and the stories are really well-written. I’m always excited to see what the next topic will be. Hope this podcast will be around for a long time to come.

Mhsbsu

July 26, 2018

Great listen

High production value, interesting topics, and solid research come together to make this a great listen. Even when covering subjects I know well, I always come away knowing more or with a slightly different perspective. My only mild critique would be that at times the background music becomes foreground music and it’s hard to hear the host. I generally like the music- it goes a long way to set the mood - but just in a few places it gets a bit loud.

B. T. Newberg

July 9, 2018

Myterious History Without the Fluff

If you like the fun of conspiracy theories but without all the ridiculous credulity, this show is for you. It's about mysteries, hoaxes, and pseudo-history, but is solidly grounded in reliable history.

Gambitkhan

July 4, 2018

Fantastic Podcast!

One of my favorites! Well researched and thought provoking! Those accusing the podcast of any political bias are saying more about themselves than this podcast!

BookcliffRunner

June 25, 2018

BlzrCO

Leftist Blindness is much more accurate. I don’t recommend.

first2fight

June 21, 2018

I wanted to like this

I found this podcast because I’m a fan of the conspirators podcast. The stories here sounded fascinating. The author has a real talent, and the production is great. Which makes me sad that after listening to about half the episodes, I realized I couldn’t take any more. The podcast has a reoccurring problem of going off into weird lefty fantasyland or throwing out odd insults at unnecessary times in stories that have nothing to do with politics. I get that some people have strong feelings on politics, but not everything has to be about hating Trump or leftist virtue signaling. The first episode was literally a warning not to vote for Trump because we’d have a nuclear war. I listened because there were some interesting stories and I wanted to learn something. I don’t need sermons or one off insults, particularly given that since the start of the podcast, the opposite of all the gloom and doom predictions has happened. If the author absolutely has to focus on politics, maybe he should just do a political podcast. Just don’t do the bait and switch.

zenitike

June 19, 2018

Off Notes Out of History Well Played!

Incredible! Lucid, well paced and well produced. Highly recommended!

rowbotdancer

June 7, 2018

The best podcast of its kind!

Of all the podcasts that fall into the “Strange History”, this is the best of the lot! The host has a pleasant and clear voice. The content presented is interesting and well researched. He also covers all angles of explications, both the mundane and fringe.

Lord Tippy

May 22, 2018

Glad I found this one

As a podcast junkie who listens 50 to 60 hours a week while I work, I have given many podcasts a trial run. Most never last more than an episode or two. This one made the cut, and I actually look forward to new episodes.

Antonhy2257

May 14, 2018

Great

Great podcast, well researched and entertaining.

MinustheLela

April 21, 2018

Good content but needs work

Interesting topics but for real, can you not play music throughout the entire thing? Very distracting, especially with the music being louder than the actual spoken word.

Should've gnome

April 9, 2018

Endlessly fascinating

I'm forever searching for podcasts that cover subjects that aren't constantly recycled by every other show or author out there, and this is exactly what I want. The stories cover things that I only have some vague awareness of, and never shy away from those tales that don't yeild snappy cognitive closure. Be warned: if you don't like to hear what really happened in the past and instead prefer to cling to nebulous 'beliefs' about how people and events went down, you won't like this. Personally, I think that makes it even better. History isn't about what you wish.

sedNance

January 25, 2018

History nerds rejoice

Well produced, thoroughly researched, and hosted by someone with an obvious passionate interest in the subject matter. Wonderful job! Can’t believe it took me so long to find this gem. Keep it up!

Me4566754223576543

November 19, 2017

Excellent stories in history

I’ve been enjoying this podcast and have listened to all the currently available episodes one right after another. The host has a pleasant voice and has obviously done his research. He chooses really interesting topics and I enjoy learning these stories of history.

SingItBack

October 27, 2017

Excellent

I really love this podcast. Fascinating, often little known topics presented in an interesting way. I learn something new with each installment. Hope this sticks around for a long time.

motease

October 7, 2017

Interesting

A fascinating deep dive into the esoteric bits of history.

Pasquinn

October 6, 2017

Excellent

This has become one of my favorite podcasts. The subject matter is interesting and intriguing, and the presentation is very well-written. I'll keep this one.

Heimpc

September 18, 2017

Fascinating stories

Love the Historical Blindness podcast. It covers little-known or unknown historical incidents and explains them in a straight forward manner. I learn something with every podcast.

Mashyco

September 7, 2017

Entertaining, a pleasure to listen to

I listen to a lot of podcasts and this is one of my favorites. It is well researched and entertaining to listen to. I love that the episodes are not too long. There is a good variety of subjects all over the place in time and place. Keep up the good work!

Lycor1

September 5, 2017

Love it!!!

I love the subject matter, I love the host and the energy of the whole thing. I only wish there were more episodes. Keep up the great work!

Adwizard

September 4, 2017

Historical Blindness is Fascinating!

Nathaniel's research and storytelling ability is a fantastic combination. His grasp of history is obviously strong. He has done his homework and it shows. He even backs it up with posts of his research in greater detail on his website! Well produced and very listenable. Definitely a must hear!

Radicalchris123

August 20, 2017

Really enjoy it

This had been a breath of fresh air to listen to

Icebergtce

August 18, 2017

Great storytelling, interesting subjects.

Looking forward to more episodes.

Jbiz1974

July 14, 2017

Interesting, informative, and unique historical tales.

Who said history was boring? This podcast breathes new life into history. The stories are fresh and well researched. Love it!

Joseph Ursery

June 21, 2017

Fun listen

Good details

Luvmycattlecorgi

June 18, 2017

Enjoyable Storytelling

If you enjoy Mysteries at the Museum, you'll love Historical Blindness!

Just another d20something

June 14, 2017

Research based and easy to listen to

Very well produced and interesting topics. Will be listening to this on the subway!

Jencrush

June 5, 2017

An awesome History Podcast!

There are very few good history podcasts, Historical Blindness however is one of the great history podcasts! The shows are very well researched, recorded and edited, and the information is told like a story, not a lecture which makes it easy to listen and enjoy without have to concentrate like you are trying to learn something. Great job, you have a subscriber here!

lmsbaloo

June 5, 2017

Lynn

This podcast is captivating and well researched. I enjoy listening to parts of history I was unaware of previously. Great job! Thank you.

StochasticLife

June 5, 2017

Excellent

Informative, informed, and well produced.

DoomerT

June 3, 2017

Another history show

And history shows that if you don't listen you are doomed to repeat it. So press play you ignorant fool and soon be less an ignorant fool. I dare ye!

bossofbam

June 2, 2017

History is Awesome!

I love History so much!!! It's amazing how much has happened that the regular guy doesn't know about! Luckily this pod, like hardcore history, is here to make sure nothing slips through the cracks!

fevkalade11

May 31, 2017

Finding the forgotten stories

A fascinating podcast that looks for the forgotten stories that we know or re-examines those stories that had an outsized influence but don't neatly fit modern narratives. Realy good production and professionaly done.

FreddySamrickson

May 28, 2017

Fantastic Presentation and thorough research.

The Historical Blindness podcast is one of my favorite when it comes to history, especially in this realm of reexamining mainstream events, like the Reichstag Fire, or covering topics most haven't heard of, like the Voynich Manuscript, Nathaniel does an amazing job of informing his listeners. He causes us to reexamine why we believe what we believe. Great show man, keep it up!

Big Brother B

May 24, 2017

Voynich for the win!

Listened to this show for "2PodsADay." Enjoyed it immensely! Highlighting forgotten oddities and stories. Well produced, and the host is obviously passionate. What else do you need! -Chris from MGT

Babycakeslovesmitchys

May 14, 2017

Historical blindness

This is well researched and well done podcast just perfect

FantasyBaller9000

May 9, 2017

Unbelievably Well-Researched

Hardcore History got me into these kinds of podcasts, but as a history buff I'm already acquainted with most of the events that it covers. This podcast is blowing my mind. I am completely engaged and am learning about things I had not even heard of before. Excellent job, Nathaniel!!

msrose1025

March 24, 2017

One of the best history podcasts that I have listened to!

Historical Blindness has quickly become one of my favorite history podcasts. The research is impeccable. The narrative is beautifully written and the hosts delivery is pitch perfect. The topics are well chosen have just the right hint of mystery. Highly recommended!

Jen-of-fire

February 25, 2017

Intelligent historical storytelling

Very thought provoking. There are so many lessons to be learned from the past, which is why I love this show. The correlation between the past and present are clear to see, and this host does a great job pointing that out. If you love history you'll love this show.

LoliGirl77

October 23, 2016

Historical Blindness

This podcast strikes a truly resounding chord for their first podcast. Well thought out, well produced and supremely fascinating. Can't wait to hear the next one!

Souljatrain

October 21, 2016

Excellent Storytelling

Very well done! Both the delivery of the subject matter as well as the production. Intellectually stimulating and entertaining. Even if I don't know that I am in lock step with all of his derived conclusions, I loved the feel and cadence of the presentation. Both thought provoking and entertaining. I have heard Nathan recount stories from great authors before and am genuinely excited to see he is embarking on this quest and passion. I'm truly excited to listen to new episodes from this author.

Inllow

October 18, 2016

Interesting subject matter!

The production is strong for a first episode and will probably only improve with time. This is a real thinker, especially right now before the election. Looking forward to seeing where this show takes us in he future.