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History Rage

Paul Bavill

Booking Overview

History-focused interview podcast examining and debunking popular myths, typically featuring professional historians, authors, archaeologists, genealogists, and other specialists with relevant research or writing credentials. Credible pitches include experts with a sharply defined historical thesis, published research or books, and an engaging corrective to a familiar misconception; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 339

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: United Kingdom

Instagram: 4.2k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

historyragepod@gmail.com

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Host

Paul Bavill - Host of History Rage, presenting accessible, strongly argued episodes that challenge popular historical myths, clichés, and half-truths.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Professional historians, authors, archaeologists, genealogists, military specialists, or other researchers with demonstrable expertise in a specific historical subject and a compelling myth, misconception, or overlooked narrative to challenge.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, Specialized historical research, Professional or academic expertise, Documented work in genealogy, archaeology, military history, or public history

Recent Guest Discussions

Jen Baldwin - Genealogy As An Essential Form Of Historical Research, Family Archives, The 1921 Census Of England And Wales, And Using Ordinary Family Stories To Understand Broader Social History.

Tim Spicer - Brian Franks, The Wartime Special Air Service, Operation Loyton, Post-war Efforts To Preserve And Rebuild The SAS, And Myths Surrounding Special Forces History.

Stephen DeCasien - Roman Naval Power, The First Punic War, Ancient Shipbuilding, Naval Technology, And The Battle Of Actium.

Sinclair McKay - The British Home Guard, Its Combat Preparedness And Training, Secret Auxiliary Units, Women’s Participation, And The Origins Of The Popular Stereotype Of The Force.

Sian Evans - The Political And Constitutional Factors Behind Edward Viii’s Abdication, Wallis Simpson, Establishment Opposition, And The Myth Of The Abdication As A Simple Love Story.

Recent Topics

History, Historical Myths, Military History, British History, Ancient History

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
History Rage
:

338. Did the Ancient Greeks and Romans Invent Homophobia? With Harry Tanner

October 11, 2026

Did the ancient world celebrate queer love, or did they invent homophobia?Stop repeating the myth that the ancient Greeks and Romans lived out an enlightened, carefree bisexual paradise. In this explosive episode of the History Rage Podcast, where historical myths are debunked, host Paul Bavill sits down with historian, linguist, and author Harry Tanner to tear down everything you think you know about ancient sexuality truths.From popular pop-history literature to classic classrooms, we are c...

337. Civilisation Does Not Start With Romans and Greeks with Patrick Wyman

October 04, 2026

Think history is a neat, upward march of progress? Think again.We love to tell ourselves a cozy story about human history: we started as innocent hunter-gatherers in perfect harmony with nature, invented farming, and smoothly leveled up all the way to modern civilization. But Patrick Wyman—historian, author, and creator of the smash-hit Tides of History podcast—is here to tell us that standard textbook narrative is absolute bollocks. In this explosive episode of History Rage, Patrick unleashe...

336. They’re the SIX QUEENS not the Six Wives! With Tracy Borman | Historic Royal Palaces Special

September 30, 2026

Forget Henry VIII: It is Time to Reignite the Power of the Six QueensAre you ready to stop defining these six extraordinary Tudor women by the man they married? In this episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill welcomes back Tracy Borman, Chief Historian of Historic Royal Palaces. Together, they shatter the centuries-old "six wives" narrative to focus on the individual achievements, political savvy, and lasting legacies of these phenomenal rulers. From Catherine of Aragon’s military...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
History Rage
:

How do I get in touch with History Rage?

History Rage is hosted by Paul Bavill. Its publicly listed email is historyragepod@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for History Rage?

The publicly listed email for History Rage: historyragepod@gmail.com.

How many listeners does History Rage have?

Podseeker estimates History Rage reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for History Rage?

History Rage typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional historians, authors, archaeologists, genealogists, military specialists, or other researchers with demonstrable expertise in a specific historical subject and a compelling myth, misconception, or overlooked narrative to challenge. Common among recent guests: Published books; Specialized historical research; Professional or academic expertise. Recent guests include Jen Baldwin, Tim Spicer, and Stephen DeCasien.

How hard is it to get booked on History Rage?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does History Rage cover?

Recent episodes cover History, Historical Myths, Military History, British History, and Ancient History. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

historyragepod@gmail.com

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