13 genealogy and history podcasts to listen to for time travel

Explore your roots with these captivating podcasts on genealogy and history, and discover fascinating stories from the past.

13 genealogy and history podcasts to listen to for time travel


Embark on a captivating journey through time by discovering fascinating stories, delving into ancestral mysteries, and gaining a deeper understanding of the past that shapes our present, thanks to these 13 captivating podcasts on genealogy and history.




The Genealogy Podcast by Elise Lenoble 

Find tips for genealogical research by Elise Lenoble in this podcast.




Family Stories by Elodie L.

Dive into family stories, often taboo, told by those who lived them. These stories blend with Great History and have forever marked their heirs.




Updates and news on genealogy and cultural heritage by Bee Active

Marjorie from Bee Active, passionate about genealogy, castles, and museums, shares tips, tricks, tutorials, and insights from her watch on genealogy and heritage.  




Secrets of History by Initial Studio and France Télévisions

Stéphane Bern invites you every week to meet a great historical figure by retracing the key moments of their life. 




Again, Grandparents' Stories by Maud Mestrard

Maud had the idea, by interviewing her grandparents, to make an intergenerational podcast and to multiply the interviews. She can also go interview YOUR grandparents! 




Psychogenealogy & Co by Sophie Duverne

In this podcast, Sophie Duverne takes us on a discovery of psychogenealogy through its concepts as well as through therapy stories - an opportunity to discuss psychoanalysis, sociology, and Great History.




Nota Bene by Benjamin Brillaud

Discover the thematic episodes of Nota Bene - another way to discover the history of France and the world. You will also hear interviews with historians, archaeologists, and researchers.




Roots Revealed by Chloé Epigénéalogie

Every other Thursday, find a new episode that will cover genealogy, family history, and transmission. Find interviews with genealogy professionals, testimonies, encounters, as well as reflections on identity, family, and history.




Getting Started in Genealogy by Jean-Christophe Brenier

This unique podcast reveals, in a single 11-minute episode, how to start your genealogy.




Who's That in History? by Stéphan Genat

Find a new episode every Monday, about ten minutes long, to learn, discover, refresh, and review your knowledge of history. This podcast is aimed at middle school and high school students, but also at teachers, parents, and all history enthusiasts.




Roots & Stories by the Union Professionnelle de Généalogistes Familiaux

Twice a month, meet a family genealogist from UPro-G to discover a surprising and little-known aspect of your story.




At the Heart of History by Europe 1 and Virginie Girod

Historian Virginie Girod takes you on an unprecedented time travel journey with original music for total immersion like audio fiction. On Mondays and Tuesdays, find a two-part story about a great historical figure. On Wednesdays, discover the portrait of a less famous character. On Thursdays, dive into a historical case (conspiracy, crime, trial...). 




Enter the History by RTL and Lorant Deutsch

Every Saturday in "Enter the History", Lorant Deutsch takes you on a time travel journey and paints the portrait of a great historical figure with his unmistakable eloquence.



Happy listening!

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