The Rest Is History has been named Apple Podcasts 2025 Show of the Year for its witty, insightful storytelling, and global cultural impact.
Produced by Goalhanger Podcasts, The Rest Is History is fronted by historians Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook whose chemistry and narrative flair have made the show a chart-topping phenomenon worldwide.
The show’s episodes span sweeping arcs of human history, from the rise and fall of ancient empires to dramatic twentieth-century events like the sinking of the Titanic, all delivered with a mix of sharp insight, humour and accessible analysis. With this distinction, The Rest Is History becomes the first UK based podcast ever to receive the Show of the Year honour from Apple Podcasts.
In the words of a representative from Apple Podcasts, the show “does a phenomenal job in taking a subject as vast as human history and captivating a global audience”.
Listeners of the show have responded with enthusiasm, drawn by the hosts’ ability to transform complex and sometimes dark chapters of history into vivid, engaging stories that feel personable and relevant. By combining rigorous scholarship with wit and storytelling, Holland and Sandbrook offer a version of history that appeals to both devoted history buffs and casual listeners.
To mark this milestone the creators and Apple have unveiled a special feature for fans. A curated collection of the hosts’ favourite history books is now available on Apple Books alongside a playlist of classical music selections on Apple Music Classical.
An interview with Holland and Sandbrook is also available under Apple’s “News In Conversation” section to give listeners a deeper look into the creative process behind the show.
For Goalhanger Podcasts, receiving the Show of the Year award is a significant achievement. For listeners, it reaffirms faith in long-form content that entertains, informs and builds community.
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