The Rest Is History
by Goalhanger
Is this your podcast?Goalhanger is an independent podcast creator known for producing high-quality content across various genres, particularly history. Their approach emphasizes engaging storytelling and expert insights, which is evident in their flagship podca…
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Audience Interest
- historical events and figures
- military history
Podcast Focus
- deep dives into historical moments
- expert analysis of history
Publishing Consistency
- 696 episodes produced
- active for 5 years
Platform Reach
- available on TuneIn
- available on Castbox
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 39 chart positions in 39 markets.
By chart position
- 🇦🇺AU · History#11M to 3M
- 🇺🇸US · History#21M to 3M
- 🇨🇦CA · History#21M to 3M
- 🇩🇪DE · History#14300K to 1M
- 🇮🇳IN · History#2300K to 800K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
2.0M to 6.1M🎙 Daily cadence·696 episodes·Last published 2d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
6.8M to 20M🇦🇺15%🇺🇸15%🇨🇦15%+36 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
2.0M to 6.1M386K real followers tracked across platforms
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From 35 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
691. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: The Queen’s Spymaster (Part 1)
Jul 26, 2026
1h 12m 09s
690. A Murderous Affair: Death at Mayerling (Part 2)
Jul 22, 2026
1h 19m 05s
689. A Murderous Affair: The Habsburgs’ Greatest Scandal (Part 1)
Jul 19, 2026
1h 12m 59s
688. The Odyssey: Return of the King (Part 2)
Jul 15, 2026
1h 05m 48s
687. The Odyssey: Hero of the Trojan Horse (Part 1)
Jul 12, 2026
1h 11m 48s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 7/26/26 |  691. Elizabeth I vs The Catholics: The Queen’s Spymaster (Part 1) | How did Elizabeth I rule England? Why was she constantly in mortal peril in 1569? Who was Sir William Cecil, and why was he so crucial to her reign? And, how did his network of spies keep her alive, and England uninvaded…? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the secret war raging in the heart of Elizabeth I’s Tudor England, the religious unrest flaming throughout Europe, and Elizabeth’s master of Spies: Sir William Cecil. _______ Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. *The Rest Is History LIVE: The Ultimate Victorian Adventure* The maddest expedition in history and it’s NEVER been heard before on the show: join Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook LIVE at the Southbank as they tell the bonkers story of Queen Victoria ordering one of history’s most daring assignments ever. Tickets available for Friday 4th September, the Saturday show is SOLD OUT. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for an extra 20% off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over: https://therestishistory.com/club?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=summersale26&utm_term=listeners&utm_content=epdescriptionsummer To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 12m 09s | ||||||
| 7/22/26 | 690. A Murderous Affair: Death at Mayerling (Part 2) | What really happened at the Habsburgian hunting lodge, Mayerling? Did Crown Prince Rudolf and his mistress, Baroness Mary Vetsera, really commit a romantic murder suicide, or did the heir cold-heartedly murder the 17 year old girl? And, why did the Austrian royal family try to erase all traces of this tragic incident? Join Dominic and Tom as they solve the mysterious tale of the Mayerling Incident. _______ Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. *The Rest Is History LIVE: The Ultimate Victorian Adventure* The maddest expedition in history and it’s NEVER been heard before on the show: join Tom Holland & Dominic Sandbrook LIVE at the Southbank as they tell the bonkers story of Queen Victoria ordering one of history’s most daring assignments ever. Tickets available for Friday 4th September, the Saturday show is SOLD OUT. Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 19m 05s | ||||||
| 7/19/26 | Habsburg dynastyCrown Prince Rudolf+4 | — | The Rest Is History ClubLloyds+1 | Vienna | HabsburgsCrown Prince Rudolf+5 | — | 1h 12m 59s | ||
| 7/15/26 | OdysseyAncient Greek religion+4 | — | The Odyssey | IthacaSouthbank | OdysseyOdysseus+7 | Lloyds | 1h 05m 48s | ||
| 7/12/26 | The OdysseyHomer+4 | — | GoalhangerThe Odyssey | Southbank | The OdysseyHomer+5 | Lloyds | 1h 11m 48s | ||
| 7/8/26 | Thomas JeffersonAmerican Declaration of Independence+5 | — | The Rest Is History ClubGoalhanger | — | Thomas JeffersonDeclaration of Independence+5 | Lloyds | 1h 21m 37s | ||
| 7/5/26 | Alexander HamiltonAmerican Constitution+4 | — | The Rest Is History ClubGoalhanger | — | Hamiltonduel+5 | Lloyds | 1h 15m 33s | ||
| 7/1/26 | Benjamin FranklinAmerican Revolutionary War+4 | — | The Rest Is History ClubGoalhanger | — | Benjamin FranklinAmerican history+4 | Lloyds | 1h 13m 18s | ||
| 6/28/26 | George WashingtonAmerican Revolution+3 | — | The Rest Is History ClubLloyds+1 | — | George WashingtonAmerican Revolution+3 | Goalhanger | 1h 16m 04s | ||
| 6/24/26 | ApartheidNelson Mandela+4 | — | The Rest Is History ClubGoalhanger | South Africa | MandelaApartheid+4 | Lloyds | 1h 10m 52s | ||
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| 6/21/26 | Brazilian national anthemhistory of slavery+4 | — | — | BrazilPortugal+1 | Brazilnational anthem+5 | Lloyds | 1h 09m 50s | ||
| 6/17/26 | Dutch national anthemDutch Revolt+3 | — | The Rest Is History ClubWilhelmus | The NetherlandsSpain | Dutch national anthemWilhelmus+3 | Lloyds | 1h 12m 36s | ||
| 6/16/26 | The Fascist World Cup: Mussolini's Football Dictatorship | History of the World Cup | How did Benito Mussolini’s regime in the 1930s use sport to spread his ideology and prepare Italy for war? What infrastructure and propaganda strategies did he use to make the 1934 World Cup a showcase for fascism? And, did this form of propaganda actually work? In this brand new The Rest Is History Club mini series, Dominic is joined by Paul Rouse to talk about dictatorships’ connections to football World Cups. Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com. To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters _______ Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 01m 09s | ||||||
| 6/14/26 | 679. Germany: The Song Hitler Stole (Part 3) | Why is the German national anthem the most controversial of all? Is it true that it is Austrian in origin? And, what happened when Germany split after the Second World War? Did it perhaps lead to an absolute banger in the form of East Germany’s new anthem..? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the history of Germany and its various different anthems. _______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at therestishistory.com. To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters _______ Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 1h 13m 11s | ||||||
| 6/10/26 | British national anthemNapoleonic Wars+3 | — | God Save the King | Britain | God Save the KingBritish anthem+4 | Lloyds | 1h 11m 09s | ||
| 6/7/26 | national anthemWar of 1812+4 | — | The Rest Is History ClubStar Spangled Banner | — | Star Spangled BannerWar of 1812+4 | Lloyds | 1h 10m 44s | ||
| 6/3/26 | First World WarGallipoli+4 | — | — | Anzac | GallipoliChurchill+7 | Lloyds | 1h 17m 03s | ||
| 5/31/26 | First World WarBattle of Gallipoli+4 | — | The Rest Is History Clubgoalhanger | TurkeyNew Zealand+1 | GallipoliFirst World War+5 | Lloyds | 1h 16m 42s | ||
| 5/27/26 | First World WarEspionage+4 | — | LloydsThe Rest Is History Club+2 | — | Edith CavellFirst World War+5 | — | 1h 07m 41s | ||
| 5/24/26 | First World Warsubmarine warfare+4 | — | LloydsThe Rest Is History Club+2 | United States | LusitaniaU-boat+4 | Goalhanger | 1h 16m 40s | ||
| 5/20/26 | First World WarItaly's campaign+4 | — | The Rest Is History Club | ItalyAustro-Hungarian Empire | ItalyFirst World War+5 | Lloyds | 1h 11m 02s | ||
| 5/19/26 | Empress MatildaCivil War+4 | Helen Castor | The Rest Is History ClubGoalhanger+1 | — | Empress MatildaCivil War+4 | — | 43m 15s | ||
| 5/17/26 | First World Warlife in the trenches+4 | — | The Rest Is History ClubGoalhanger+2 | — | First World Wartrenches+5 | Lloyds | 1h 24m 23s | ||
| 5/14/26 | Paul McCartneyThe Beatles+4 | Paul McCartney | Capitol RecordsMPL Communications, Ltd+4 | — | Paul McCartneyThe Beatles+6 | — | 39m 42s | ||
| 5/13/26 | Battle of MarathonGreece vs. Persia+4 | — | The Rest Is History ClubGoalhanger | GreecePersia | Battle of MarathonGreece+6 | Lloyds | 1h 09m 04s | ||
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About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Goalhanger is an independent podcast creator known for producing high-quality content across various genres, particularly history. Their approach emphasizes engaging storytelling and expert insights, which is evident in their flagship podcast, The Rest Is History. The Rest Is History, hosted by historians Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook, differentiates itself with its in-depth exploration of pivotal historical events and figures. The podcast covers a wide range of topics, from ancient empires to modern conflicts, all delivered through compelling narratives and thorough analysis. This format not only educates but also entertains, making history accessible and relatable. The podcast attracts a diverse audience, including history enthusiasts, students, and casual listeners interested in understanding the past's influence on the present. By providing detailed accounts of significant historical moments, listeners gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of history, enriching their knowledge and sparking curiosity.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 386K
- Total plays: 13M
- Total reviews: 13K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 36
Castbox
- Followers: 360K
- Plays: 12M
- Reviews: 520
YouTube
- Subscribers: 467K
- Views: 78M
- Videos: 911
Podcast App
- Followers: 16K
- Reviews: 12K
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Audience
seniors
Key insights
What the show covers
- deep dives into historical moments
- expert analysis of history
- storytelling of past events
- exploration of historical narratives
Audience interests
- historical events and figures
- military history
- political history
- cultural impact of history
Platform reach
- available on TuneIn
- available on Castbox
- available on YouTube
- available on PodcastApp
Publishing consistency
- 696 episodes produced
- active for 5 years
- weekly publishing schedule
- reliable content delivery
Chart history for The Rest Is History
Peaked at #1 in Australia, top 10 in 35 of 39 tracked markets, currently #1 in Australia.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
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| Australia | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| Ireland | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| Finland | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| IL | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| AE | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| SG | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| HK | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| PH | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| MY | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| ID | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| South Africa | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| United States | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| Canada | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| IS | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| India | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| Denmark | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| South Korea | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| TH | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| PE | — | #3 | #3 | — |
Chart Positions
39 placements across 39 markets.
Chart Positions
39 placements across 39 markets.