DIGGING DEEPER INTO GERMANY'S PAST
History for everyone — with a little fun along the way
Over the past century Germany has shaped the world in major ways, and it is best known for its part in World War 2 and for helping build the world we live in now. But how much do you know about the Germany that came before? Or the Germany that followed? Did you know that German tribes conquered much of Roman Europe and Africa? Did you know that Queen Louise of Prussia became a symbol of resistance against Napoleon? Join us as we talk through German history and turn dry tales into personal, relatable stories about people not so different from you or me. The podcast covers culture, politics, military, gender, and everyday life, from the earliest archaeological findings all the way to the modern day.
Episodes are meant to be heard in order, so begin with episode 1 and work your way up to the newest one. I hope you enjoy the journey through the heart of Europe.
PODCAST ON GERMANY NEWS
March 3, 2026
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ABOUT ME AND THE PODCAST
Hello,
I'm Jacob Collier, the creator of Podcast on Germany. I started the show to offer a fun and engaging take on German history. The goal is to build on what we already know about Germany and its past and turn it from the dry pages of a textbook into real-life stories. Names and dates gain faces and meaning, and the past becomes something we can understand and appreciate. The people in these stories come across as real humans rather than storybook characters we could never be. All of this matters because it shows that history is something we take part in every day, often without noticing. It is also a reminder that history is life. What happened to the people in this podcast could happen to you too. We can turn out just as great if we try, or just as terrible if we are careless, as those names from those long-ago high school classes.
In 2017 I earned a Master's degree in Modern European History from Texas Tech University, focusing on Imperial German diplomacy. I can read German, but please don't ask me to speak it — languages have never been my gift. I have spent three years reading and researching German history, and in May 2018 I was lucky enough to visit Berlin, Potsdam, and Vienna. I have always loved reading history and I look forward to sharing it with you.
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THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Notable events and figures from this day in German history:
On this day in 1918, the Germans launched their final assault on the Entente. Fifteen divisions attacked the Allies near Amiens. The battle saw the first tank-versus-tank combat, and the Germans were unable to break through. That night, Australian and British troops counterattacked and pushed the Germans back to their starting lines.
Whether you are new to the show or a longtime listener, the episodes are built to be followed in order, starting with episode 1 and moving toward the newest release. Each one looks at German history through culture, politics, military affairs, gender, and everyday life, so the story stays personal rather than abstract. Check back often for the latest episode and news updates.