Aug 13

Rosa Bonheur

Rosa Bonheur was a wild, animal‑obsessed kid who drew before she could read, and knew she was meant for the world of art from an extremely young age. She didn’t set out to shock anyone; she simply refused to be anything but herself, and the world eventually had to adjust to her. ... Show More

2h 15m

Jul 24

Mercy Otis Warren

Mercy Otis Warren’s life is one long argument for the idea that political courage isn’t just found on battlefields or in legislatures; it’s found in writing, in conversations, in friendships, and in the willingness to speak plainly (and loudly) when power grows dangerous. She bel ... Show More

1h 46m

Jul 9

Wonder Woman, 2026: Mega Episode

This is one of our favorite subjects ever! In this, we've combined both parts that originally ran in 2020 to revisit Wonder Woman, mega-episode style! She was forged in the fires of the suffragist movement, and beneath her abbreviated costume beats the heart of a lion. Fighting f ... Show More

2h 25m

Jan 2024

Catherine the Great

In the first episode of a new series, Greg Jenner is joined by Dr Julia Leikin and comedian David Mitchell to learn all about the life of Catherine II of Russia, better known as Catherine the Great. Catherine’s story is full of contradictions and ambiguities. She was a German pri ... Show More

57m 54s

Nov 2025

Catherine the Great

Drift off to sleep with the remarkable life of Catherine the Great in this relaxing bedtime history story. From a young German princess to one of Russia’s most powerful and enlightened rulers, Catherine’s reign was marked by ambition, intelligence, and sweeping reform. But who wa ... Show More

48m 15s

Apr 2021

Catherine the Great

Catherine the Great came from minor German nobility to become Empress of Russia and one of the most extraordinary women of the eighteenth century. Dan is joined today on the podcast by Hilde Hoogenboom, translator of Catherine the Great’s Memoirs https://www.penguinrandomhouse.co ... Show More

33m 31s

Sep 2024

#184 Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia

📖 Episode Transcripts in Link Below ⬇️ Today, we’ll delve into the fascinating life of one of Russia’s most powerful and influential rulers—Catherine the Great. Her reign not only marked a significant period in Russian history but also left an indelible impact on European politi ... Show More

5m 24s

Apr 2024

Catherine the Great (Radio Edit)

Greg Jenner is joined by Dr Julia Leikin and comedian David Mitchell to learn all about the life of Catherine II of Russia, better known as Catherine the Great. Catherine’s story is full of contradictions and ambiguities. She was a German princess who became empress of all Russia ... Show More

28m 32s

Nov 2024

Catherine the Great & Her Many Lovers

The deliciously witty drama series ‘The Great’ tells the occasionally true story of Catherine II, Empress of Russia. It’s a wonderful example of why historic dramas should be taken as entertainment, not a history lesson. While playing fast and loose with history it actually sanit ... Show More

32m 56s

Aug 2023

75. Catherine the Great: The Golden Age

Not a drop of Russian blood. A woman in a world ruled by men. A loveless marriage to a man who lacked even a shred of empathy. The odds were always stacked against Catherine the Great when she arrived from Prussia. But this German Princess and child of the Enlightenment was a pol ... Show More

51m 23s

Dec 2024

Catherine the Great: life of the week

Catherine the Great stands out from the rulers of Imperial Russia – a 'philosopher empress' whose wit, political savvy, and unyielding ambition transformed her empire into a European powerhouse. Seizing the throne through an audacious coup against her own husband, Catherine wield ... Show More

37m 15s

Aug 2022

Catherine the Great: An enlightened despot?

Strong, determined, cultured and desperate for true love. Catherine the Great was Russia's longest ruling female leader. She was also its last. In hindsight, her rise to power was no accident.Support the show: https://www.aljazeera.com/podcasts/hindsight/

46m 34s

Catherine the Great *An entirely true st...