The Explorers Podcast

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The Explorers Podcast is about the greatest explorers and explorations in history.On the Explorers Podcast, the explorers we cover include Ernest Shackleton, Ibn Battuta, Roald Amundsen, Frederick Cook, Adrien de Gerlache, John McDouall Stuart, Francisco Vazquez de Coronado, Matt Rutherford, Jacques Marquette, Louis Jolliet, James Cook, Abel Tasman, Alice Morrison, Fridtjof Nansen, Yuri Gagarin, Jacques Cartier, Richard Francis Burton, Teddy Roosevelt, Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, James Beckwourth, Alvise Cadamosto, Henry the Navigator, Andres de Urdaneta, Edmund Hillar, Tenzing Norgay, George Mallory, Marco Polo, Xu Fu, Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza, Burke and Wills Expedition, Robert O'Hara Burke, William Wills, Hanno the Navigator, Lewis and Clark, Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, Hernan Cortes, John Franklin, Lost Franklin Expedition, Francis Drake, Diogo Cao, Pytheas, Nellie Bly, Christopher Columbus, Panfilo de Narvaez, Bartolomeu Dias, Mungo Park, John Cabot, Erik the Red, Leif Erikson, Zebulon Pike, Vasco Nunez de Balboa, Ferdinand Magellan, and Zheng He and the Chinese Treasure Fleet, Neil Armstrong, Aztec Empire, Moctezuma, Montezuma, Robert Falcon Scott, Tom Creen, Frank Wild, Cândido Rondon, Brendan the Navigator, and Vladimir Atlasov.We also cover a variety of subjects and events and travel to many places. Topics include the Far East, the River of Doubt, the Manila Galleons, Mount Everest, the Moon Landing, Apollo 11, the circumnavigation of the world, the source of the Nile, the New World, Vinland, the Niger River, Timbuktu, the Cape of Good Hope, Cape Horn, Antarctica, the Arctic, the Northwest Passage, the North Pole, the South Pole, the Congo River, the Chinese Treasure Fleet, the Corps of Discovery, Tenochtitlán, Japan, China, the Silk Road, the Spice Islands, the Moluccas, the Caravel, Mecca, Medina, Lake Tanganyika, Sputnik, Tasmania, Australia, Siberia, the Mississippi River, the Great Lakes, the Seven Cities of Gold, and much, much more.

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  • Cornpop Popped
    Context!
    I really like the historical podcast and you really put things in perspective for our modern ears! You made correction to Boone actually being a slave owner. I was disappointed as well to hear that news, however more context on what could have surrounded this development would be helpful. He had helped escaped slaves early on. What changed in his faith? How did his move from Ky could have changed?
  • Caradamata
    Fascinating
    So much can be learned from how worlds meet. I’ve spent hours on long car rides listening to the balanced delivery of the tales of so many explorers. Series suggestion: David Livingstone.
  • PinkyL'Amour
    Riveting
    Love it, exploration is so interesting and colorful, and Matt is great
  • ktp727
    This podcast would be great if the host stopped chewing his gum throughout.
  • Harvey Butthole
    Dear Matt
    Matt, I love exploring the world with you. Your lover, HB
  • Monty mountain
    Podcast that stays on task
    I started listening to this podcast bc I’m fascinated by Spanish conquistadores. I wanted to stick to that subject but I found that other podcasts didn’t offer a quality experience, even if it was a subject I loved. So I came back to this podcast and listened to any and every subject, even if it wasn’t initially an interesting subject to me at the time. He stays on task and presents available source material fairly. I’d rather listen to Matt breen talk about things I don’t find interesting, than other terrible podcasts that butcher subjects I find intriguing. Sure, the content is incredible, but Matt breen presents each experience in a fair and reasonable manner. He really cultivates trust between the listeners and himself, which builds a lot of trust.
  • MT Diddy
    Love the show!
    I’ve listened to almost all the episodes. Suggestion for a topic: Francisco Pizarro! Maybe that’s in the works already, but think he’s obviously worth the dive into
  • cvbnjgfdscvh
    Explorers Podcast
    First Rate. Very easy to listen to and enjoy.
  • Jeremiah ben Jonah
    Awesome
    👍🏽👍🏽
  • Hudjci
    Daniel Boone was a slave holder.
    Matt, you apologize profusely for not discovering that Daniel Boone was a slave holder in the earlier episodes, and admit that it really lowers your opinion of him now that you know about it, but you never apologize for not mentioning that the Shawnee Indians were also slave holders, as were many Native tribes that we know of in those days. It is irrefutable that Natives throughout the Americas captured other Natives as slaves, they also captured whites, and even increased their holdings of African-American slaves in the 1800’s. While sanctioned slavery ended in the United States after the Civil War, native tribes were not bound to the new laws and some undoubtedly held slaves for many more years. Slavery is NEVER okay in ANY culture, so why do we, as historians, act as though it is unforgivable for some, but take a forgive and forget attitude with others? I just shook my head when I read that article about the statue of the Civil War general that was torn down because he represented a culture of slavery, and then discovered that they planned to replace it with a statue of Pocahontas.
  • hanksrer
    Awesome Show
    This is my favorite historical podcast. The details and depth provided are exceptional, and entertaining.
  • Meheth
    GOAT
    Best podcast ever. Well researched, well presented, no fluff, pure listening enjoyment. Matt, it is clear you love your job, and you bring this infectious passion to your listeners. Thank you.
  • Mcjem
    Fabulous podcast!
    I’ve been enjoying this podcast so much since discovering it about a week ago. It’s so interesting, and the resources on the podcast website – such as maps – really round out the learning experience!
  • JuniePrune
    Great podcast
    This podcast brings to life the stories of these historic explorers. I listen while on my run and escape into their world. Thank you for this experience !
  • meugler
    One of my favorite podcasts
    I look forward to an episode every week. Fantastic host and compelling storytelling. When I run out of new episodes to listen to, I just re-listen to older ones — this is the only podcast I do this with.
  • Euqinomod
    Excellent host
    Great podcast, especially enjoy the long series. Patiently waiting for a series on the Greely expedition
  • Frisco Danny
    Fascinating show!
    Love hearing stories of these people who bravely explored the world; in the cases of Humboldt and Stark their motives were simply to enlighten, not to exploit. Very cool.
  • manayunk wall
    EXCELLENT!!!
    Ok these are great! The host has a cadence/humor/speaking style very similar to Mike Duncan of History of Rome. Great info, full of interesting and accurate facts. Well researched and nicely presented. The info isn't overwhelming or stale. A bit of humor thrown in adds to the story. Going through the entire catalog now. Keep them coming.
  • mbinqns
    A New Favorite
    What a wonderful podcast. I find the host’s voice extremely soothing. This podcast is a wonderful escape from the news when you can’t handle any more of that. The stories are presented thoughtfully and the host explains carefully areas where things may be misrepresented by the conquerors or historical record. I find myself adding more and more of this podcast’s episodes to my never ending “next up “ stack
  • Bonster222
    just enough info
    it’s in depth, but not too much your scripts are well thought out and written. Keep up the good work!
  • Amlash63
    Excellent Podcast
    I just finished the 4-part series on George Mallory which was well researched and riveting. I am looking forward to many more.
  • Pennsylvania Guy
    Informative and fun to listen to
    My 11 year-old son and I listen to the series together. We have listened to many different episodes and we always learn something new. Great for car rides to and from activities.
  • gibbs-art
    Excellent podcast
    Excellent historical podcast, told in a unique way. Great subject matter! Thank for the work you put into it!!
  • Sevvybevvy
    My son and I love this podcast - we listen most nights . Highly recommended.
    Great podcast
  • PFTExplorer
    Exceptional Exploration History
    Matt chronicles the canon of exploration history. Through his dry humor and thorough sourcing, Matt creates fascinating narratives of significant yet little known tales of exploration.
  • deeroy1000
    Great Podcast!
    So glad I found this podcast! I have learned so much more than was ever taught in school or any documentary.
  • Anita - R
    Cumaná
    Been there. It's pronounced koo-ma-NÁ.
  • Aelfred of Wessex
    One of my favorites!
    I hope this podcast goes on for a long time! There are so many amazing men and women who explored new frontiers And we can learn a great deal from their stories!
  • Alexander Vasyuk
    One of the best on the subject
    A combination of great storytelling and narration makes this podcast one of the best when it comes to the topic. After finishing the entire thing, I tried searching for the next best thing, but the next best thing turned out to be to start listening to this podcast for the second time from the start. Keep up the great work, Matt!
  • 3675()
    Exploring history
    I have been listening to a lot of great history podcasts and I usually take a long time to leave a review, but I’m really excited about this podcast. It is informative and entertaining and he does a great job with each episode. The sound quality is one of the best I’ve experienced, which is a definite plus. Thank you for this great voyage of discovery of the great explorers of history.
  • olivia10520
    Fun, fascinating and informative.
    This podcast has become my best traveling friend lately. Matt, great work. Keep them coming, please.
  • Awesome driving hind
    Love it!
    I really love this podcast. I love history and this podcast does a great job and of giving the details and history of each subject. Keep up the good work!
  • JMCmadison
    Shackleton episodes are the best ever!
    I have listed to almost all the Explorer’s Podcast episodes at this point. I left all the polar and mountian climbing episodes to the end because I thought I wouldn’t enjoy them as much. Was I wrong! The Shackleton episodes are the best! The Endurance Expedition was very exciting, very suspenseful. I couldn’t wait to continue from one episode to the next.
  • 8&!-
    Love this podcast
    I love this podcast I’ve been addicted for about a month now. 10/10 this guy is great!
  • Donnyboy16000
    Love it!
    This is my new favorite podcast! So many of these stories should be miniseries or tv shows and movies. The burk and wills story is amazing
  • WD in Dallas
    So well done
    Every episode keeps you on the edge of your seat. You live through the journeys of great explorers as you listen to one of the best narrator in the podcast world. Highly suggest this for everyone, especially young men that need to get off their video games and learn about history and the men that made it.
  • Jasscharp
    Great Podcast
    I really enjoy this podcast. The subjects are interesting and the host speaks well with a nice pace. I’ve listened to all the episodes and find myself repeating them!
  • sarahtartaria
    Bingeworthy history
    I needed a break from true crime and chose this randomly. I had little to no interest in the topic but thought it wouldn’t hurt to learn a little history. I then proceeded to binge the Magellan series. The storytelling is amazing and what an adventure! I love this podcast and am hooked. Thank you for your research and for putting this together. What a wild world back then. And today we whine if we have to walk a mile. We have no idea what our ancestors went through so we could leave a review on a podcast.
  • Pissnvineger
    Phenomenal
    Beautifully crafted and easy to listen to. My new favorite history pod thank you so much.
  • tenderweave
    Low quality production
    Seems like he uses his AirPods to record these episodes. Very poor quality microphone. On top of that if you try to use this podcast to fall asleep it won’t work because the episodes are short and each one starts with very loud intros and animations. Lastly, extremely monotonous delivery. High potential but disappointing execution.
  • ZachUWS
    Amazing
    The best history pod cast out there. Fun, entertaining and educational. Can’t wait for the next release.
  • Maude The Third
    Yay
    YAY!
  • Mr. Striving
    If you love stories of exploration...
    ...you'll love this podcast. I've been listening for a few years now. Although he has a very straightforward delivery, his enthusiasm comes through. He lets these great stories tell themselves. I'm glad he's been picked up by a podcast network. Great job!
  • Brianrw00
    Top notch podcast
    Matt is a good storyteller and makes the history accessible. Really enjoy it.
  • ArtGirlSAH
    Thank you!
    I’m so glad I found this podcast. I’ve listened to Shackleton and am now starting on Magellan. I like your attention to detail & ability to hold my interest from beginning to end. Thank you!
  • DBESS340
    Elon Sent me 🤷🏿‍♂️
    Elon recommends; I follow that simple‼️
  • mgendvil
    Thanks Elon..
    You guys just got the ultimate recommend.
  • Friday Girl 714
    Must listen!
    Found this wonderful podcast while looking for info on George Mallory. Those episodes were really wonderfully done and the best I’ve heard on his Everest attempts. What was a wonderful surprise is how great the rest of the episodes were. I’ve very much enjoyed listening to episodes on topics I had no previous interest in and look forward to hearing them all. THIS is how all podcasts should be done. Research is meticulous, the host is easy to understand, and the material presented interesting. Try it out! You won’t be disappointed.
  • corp app crap
    This is why podcasts exsist
    I play this podcast in the car with my little son as we drive around ‘exploring’ the area near his house so he can try to imagine what it might have been like for the explorers featured in this amazing broadcast. This podcast is a content-soaked unpretentious goldmine. I feel like I was in search of a podcast like this with the determination of Zebulon Pike, but without the organization or leadership of Lewis and Clark! If that simile means nothing to you, then you need to stop and listen! The stories are very thoroughly researched, including occasional notes, corrections and asides—and the narrator always leaves the focus on these incredible explorers and their adventures: it’s never about him, or his podcast. This is something that is completely lost on most podcast hosts, and it stands out everytime. I wish I could shake this guys hand and thank him in person. Please keep up the amazing standards you have set. Thank you for all of the hard work, research and all the writing/re-writing it must take to stitch these journeys, accomplishments and adventures into a single narrative tale-wow!
  • willydnplacetobe
    Explore
    Right to the point, great research, great stories. The best take on Shackleton I’ve heard. Sharing it with my son. Thanks !!!!
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