Entirely Unofficial Rest is History Catalogue and Interrogator

Christopher Columbus

The multi-episode series on Christopher Columbus, hosted by Tom Holland and Dominic Sandbrook, explores his origins, maritime ventures, and voyages across the Atlantic. Listeners learn about Columbus's character, the political and religious contexts influencing his expeditions, notable crew members like the Pinzón brothers, and the subsequent socio-economic impacts of his journeys, including the encomienda system. As the series progresses, it examines the complexities of his legacy, asking whether he should be viewed as a villain or a hero.