A.D. History Podcast
Two hosts chronicle world history decade by decade, starting from 1 AD, in a quest to reach the present day.
This is a uniquely structured history podcast with a monumental goal: to cover 2,000 years of history ten years at a time. The two hosts, broadcasting from the US and UK, blend deep-dive historical analysis with conversational banter, often comparing ancient political collapses to modern events. [PN_DDwrh6JA] The show's rigid chronological format forces a global perspective, often highlighting concurrent events in different civilizations that are rarely connected.
“Its core premise—a chronological march through history, decade by decade—is its most distinctive feature, setting it apart from topic-based history shows. The transatlantic dynamic between the hosts, one in the US and one in the UK, also adds a unique layer to their discussions, especially on modern events. [bVyLWFiimKU, r9lHis02D4A]”
Who hosts this show
The A.D. History Podcast methodically explores the last two millennia, with each episode covering a single decade in chronological order from 1 AD. Hosts Paul K. DiCostanzo and Patrick Foote aim to uncover lesser-known but significant global events, weaving them into a broader historical narrative. They attempt to view history from the perspective of those who lived it, rather than with modern hindsight.
Credentials & credits
- Paul K. DiCostanzo: Managing Editor for TGNR (tgnreview.com)
- Paul K. DiCostanzo: Emerging historian of the Second World War
- Patrick Foote: Creator and presenter of the YouTube channel 'Name Explain'
Other ventures
- TGNR (tgnreview.com)
- Name Explain (YouTube channel)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01End of the Western Roman Empire | 471AD-480ADJan 10, 2026 · 1h 15m
- 02Did King Arthur Exist? | 461AD-470ADDec 15, 2025 · 2h 00m
- 03How Will Future Historians Remember 2024? LIVE!Feb 20, 2025 · 1h 50m
- 04Armenia At Arms for Christianity | 451AD-460ADFeb 16, 2025 · 1h 24m
- 05Attila The FIERCE | Part 3 441AD-450ADOct 28, 2024 · 1h 46m
- 06Best, Worst & Best of the Worst Historical Films! | A.D. HISTORY WATCHESApr 15, 2024 · 1h 54m
- 072023: What Will Future Historians Want To Know?Feb 8, 2024 · 1h 52m
- 08Attila the Hun | P. 2 In Power 431AD-440ADJan 24, 2024 · 1h 05m
Notable episodes
- 01End of the Western Roman Empire | 471AD-480AD
A core episode for the show's Roman history arc, it tackles the famous 'fall' of Rome and questions the event's contemporary impact, a central theme of the podcast. [PN_DDwrh6JA]
- 02How Will Future Historians Remember 2024? LIVE!
Represents the show's annual tradition of turning its historical lens on the present, analyzing the year's major political events in the US and UK as they happened. [r9lHis02D4A]
- 03Did King Arthur Exist? | 461AD-470AD
Showcases the podcast's method of blending well-known legends with the specific historical context of its chronological period, Sub-Roman Britain. [bVyLWFiimKU]
What you'll be asked on this show
This is a co-hosted discussion show, not an interview podcast. [PN_DDwrh6JA, bVyLWFiimKU, r9lHis02D4A] Episodes follow a strict chronological progression, with each installment covering a ten-year period. The hosts, Paul and Patrick, often begin with personal banter before diving into the decade's key events, sometimes reading from prepared notes before opening into a more free-form discussion.
Signature segments
- · A.D. History Podcast Ground Rules
- · Annual 'How Will Future Historians Remember...' episodes
- · Transatlantic broadcast (US/UK)
- · Decade-by-decade chronological format
- · What is the good word today?
Topics covered repeatedly
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Sponsorship is primarily direct-to-listener via Patreon, with on-air plugs for co-host Paul DiCostanzo's other venture, the news site TGNR. [PN_DDwrh6JA, r9lHis02D4A] The audience consists of dedicated history enthusiasts, suggesting an affinity for educational products, books, and other history-related media.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts?
- The hosts are Paul K. DiCostanzo, an editor and emerging historian, and Patrick Foote, creator of the 'Name Explain' YouTube channel.
- What is the podcast's format?
- Each episode covers a ten-year period of world history, starting from 1 AD and moving forward chronologically. It is a co-hosted discussion, not an interview show.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, though the release schedule can be infrequent. The show is described as having an occasional cadence, and the podcast's official home is on the TGNR website.
- Where are the hosts located?
- The show is a transatlantic production. Paul typically broadcasts from the US (St. Louis/Chicago) and Patrick from London, UK. [bVyLWFiimKU, r9lHis02D4A]
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available as both an audio and video show on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
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- [01]A.D. History Podcast on YouTubeyoutube.com
- [02]About the A.D. History Podcast - TGNRtgnreview.com
- [03]A.D. History Podcast on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [04]Name Explain - YouTubeyoutube.com
- [05]"Name Explain": How YouTube's Patrick Foote Made Etymology Cool - TGNRtgnreview.com
- [06]A.D. History Podcast - Podchaserpodchaser.com
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