Tom Holland is an award-winning historian, author, and broadcaster, best known as co-host of The Rest is History podcast. He has written several notable books on ancient and medieval history. His work Rubicon, which examines the fall of Rome's Republic, won the Hessell-Tiltman Prize and was shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson Prize. His book Dominion was named the Sunday Times History Book of the Year in 2019.
In addition to his writing, Tom has presented various television and radio programmes. His 2012 Channel 4 documentary Islam: The Untold Story explored early Islamic history, a topic he revisited in his 2017 documentary Isis: The Origins of Violence. He also presented Dinosaurs, Myths and Monsters for BBC Four and Making History for BBC Radio 4, and he frequently contributes to In Our Time.
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Email tom.holland@getapeptalk.com, and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
Please note: we can only assist with speaking requests. For anything else, we recommend reaching out to Tom Holland directly.
What topics does Tom Holland specialise in?
Tom Holland specialises in talking about ancient and medieval history, broadcasting, public speaking and more.
What is Tom Holland's speaking style like?
Tom Holland delivers insightful and engaging presentations, blending historical expertise with captivating storytelling. His dynamic style resonates with audiences, making complex topics accessible and enjoyable. AI summary based on real event feedback.
Does Tom Holland offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Tom Holland offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.