In this podcast episode: The bitterly fought conclusion to the devastating Anarchy saw the rise of a royal dynasty - the Plantagenets. (New Remix of episode from 2022) The history of the 12th century conflict known as THE ANARCHY The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20 year civil war
Feb 20, 2025•22 min•Ep. 73
(New Remix of episode from 2022) The history of the 12th century conflict known as THE ANARCHY The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war In this podcast episode: Violent victories, devastating defeats, and bitter losses marked the years between 1141-1147 which saw Empress Mathilda wreak vengeance on former allies as King Stephen's wife negotiated for his release. A daring winter escap...
Feb 17, 2025•16 min•Ep. 72
(New Remix of episode from 2022) The history of the 12th century conflict known as THE ANARCHY The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war. The Anarchy The episode starts with a recap - jumb to 4.21 if you are all caught up! In this podcast episode: 1141: King Stephen lies in chains in Bristol Castle, and Empress Mathilda enters London in order to prepare for her coronation. But whisper...
Feb 13, 2025•13 min•Ep. 71
(New Remix of episode from 2022) The history of the 12th century conflict known as THE ANARCHY The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war - The Anarchy In this podcast episode: King Stephen lies in chains in Bristol Castle, and the crown of England is almost in the hands of Empress Matilda. Almost! For new friends and unsteady alliances can tip the scales from triumph to chaos......
Nov 01, 2024•13 min•Ep. 70
(New Remix of episode from 2022) The history of the 12th century conflict known as THE ANARCHY The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war - The Anarchy In this podcast episode: A delve into the traits and manners of Empress Matilda - the powerful daughter of a king who fought her cousin for the throne of England.
Oct 29, 2024•10 min•Ep. 69
(New Remix of episode from 2022) The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war, known as The Anarchy- In this podcast episode: The Battle of Lincoln which saw a king captured - and the reversal of fortune for a would-be queen.
Jul 22, 2024•6 min•Ep. 68
(New Remix of episode from 2022) The disaster of the sinking of the White Ship in 1120 robbed the Kingdom of England of an heir to inherit the throne. What followed was a 20year civil war, known as The Anarchy King Stephen is crowned but soon his new found friends will turn into rebels - all with their own reasons for turning towards King Stephen's cousin, Matilda, and declaring their support for her right to the crown - a crown promised her by her late father, King Henry - but a crown King Step...
Jul 19, 2024•16 min•Ep. 67
NEW, previously unreleased EPISODE! The sinking of the White Ship has robbed King Henry of his heir. In a bid to secure his legacy, the king hastily marries - and later commands his daughter, Matilda, to marry a sometime ally, sometime enemy of his kingdom. But events unfold contrary to King Henry's wishes - and upon his death - old enemies become unexpected allies, oaths are broken, and a kingdom witnesses a rush to seize the crown of England, as the old king's nephew, Stephen, makes a bid for ...
Jul 14, 2024•16 min•Ep. 66
A confident king. A popular heir. A festive ship, and a fateful night. A 12th century shipwreck which led to a 20 year-long civil war. The calamitous event which led to The Anarchy, and inspired literary works such as House of the Dragon. This is a remix of an episode from 2022
Jul 10, 2024•13 min•Ep. 65
What do you know about The Pestilence, The Black Death, The Plague of the 14th century? Here's a quick quiz with 4 questions on the What, How, and When of it all. Don't forget newest quiz on Ancient Rome - 3 new questions - find them HERE
May 27, 2024•11 min•Ep. 64
3 questions about 3 famous battles! Commanders, tactics, and battle grounds - How well do you know the famous battles of the ancient and early medieval world? Don't forget newest quiz on Ancient Rome - 3 new questions - find them HERE
May 12, 2024•8 min•Ep. 63
From founding myths to the twilight of the Roman city - How well do you know Ancient Rome? In this episode you can guess along on 3 questions on Ancient Rome from its founding to its end. Answers are provided at the end of the episode. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
May 10, 2024•8 min•Ep. 62
The aftermath and long term consequences of the Stockholm Bloodbath From a dream of unity to the concept of individual kings and kingdoms. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Apr 25, 2024•21 min•Ep. 61
The daring, deadly, and disastrous events of 7th-10th November 1520 which concluded with blood flowing in the streets of Stockholm. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Apr 11, 2024•18 min•Ep. 60
Did one man's years long quest for vengeance lead to hundreds of deaths in the Stockholm Bloodbath? King Christian marches on Sweden, intent on conquering the kingdom - and while he amasses an ocean of enemies - he finds an unexpected ally at the centre of a power struggle in Sweden. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Mar 27, 2024•12 min•Ep. 59
Villain? Hero? Duke of...? 5 interesting facts about Richard III whose name will forever be linked to the mystery of the Princes in the Tower, his own two nephews, one of them heir to the throne - who disappeared without a trace. Richard III - a king whose legacy still divides opinions! Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Mar 17, 2024•13 min•Ep. 58
The dreams, hopes, and ideals of a united North, would ultimately be realised by an ambitious queen. Who fought, schemed, killed, and died to make the union of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark happen - events which would lead to a horrific bloodbath? Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Mar 01, 2024•18 min•Ep. 57
On 4th November 1520, the kingdoms of Norway, Denmark, and Sweden were united under the rule of one King. But days later, a bloodbath occurred in the town square of the Swedish capital, Stockholm, with roots in late medieval feuds and with ramifications felt for centuries... This series examines the what and why of the Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520. Part 1: The Danish angle. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Feb 14, 2024•18 min•Ep. 56
A quiz about Ancient Rome Do you know the answers: Remembered words Friends, foes, and allies A pivotal moment...and many more Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Jan 21, 2024•15 min•Ep. 55
Do you know the answers to history facts about: A battle for the ages A legendary conqueror A lost child in WWII Part 2 of a quick history quiz. Next episode upload will be in 2 weeks, regular schedule. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Jan 05, 2024•7 min•Ep. 54
Extra history episode with a quick quiz, based on 3 historical films Do you know the answers to history facts about: A violent upheaval The "other" hero The ambitious outwit the angry Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Jan 02, 2024•9 min•Ep. 53
Second and concluding episode on this 2 part series on the amazing life and adventures of the 12th century adventurer, Margaret of Beverley, who walked from Yorkshire into the heart of some of the pivotal battles of the late 12th century - and lived to see the wonders of Rome - and survived a death sentence at the hands of her foes... Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning...
Dec 27, 2023•9 min•Ep. 52
A Re-edit (of an earlier episode) and more info in this 2 part series on the amazing life and adventures of the 12th century adventurer, Margaret of Beverley, who walked from Yorkshire into the heart of some of the pivotal battles of the late 12th century.
Dec 13, 2023•14 min•Ep. 51
The fantastic history of Robert Carey's incredible horseback ride from Richmond Palace in England to Scotland in just 2 days, in March 1603 - in a dash to be the first to bend the knee to a new Stuart king. A story of death, ambition, a secret ring, and friends in the right places... For the full story of the last days of Elizabeth I - see the 3 part podcast episode Last Days of Elizabeth I...
Nov 28, 2023•13 min•Ep. 50
The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. In this concluding episode, we explore the aftermath and wide ranging effects of the Justinian Plague - and speculate on what might have happened, had the plague not left Constantinople, ravaged, hungry - and bereft of half its population? Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning...
Nov 14, 2023•11 min•Ep. 49
The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. Why did the plague pandemic erupt at this particular time in history?In this third episode, the possible meteorological, biological, and socio-cultural events which affected the progression of the plague are examined. Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning...
Oct 31, 2023•13 min•Ep. 48
The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. In this second episode, the emperor persists with his dreams of conquest even as Constantinople is ravaged by the plague. But enemies take stock of a weakened city...and internal conflict threatens to overwhelm the hard hit citizens... Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning...
Oct 17, 2023•16 min•Ep. 47
The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire. In this first episode, the plague arrives by grain ship - and as physicians are overwhelmed, the emperor is preoccupied with other matters... Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning
Oct 03, 2023•11 min•Ep. 46
Part 2/2 Arthur Ransome's fantastic escapes in 1919 Arthur Ransome is best remembered as a successful author of children's books, most notably Swallows and Amazons. But in 1919 he had a series of truly remarkable, daring, improbable - and fantastic escapes through partisan forests and vast landscapes, as he attempted to reach Estonia and escape with the woman, he loved. Like classical literature or film reviews in general? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and...
Sep 12, 2023•15 min•Ep. 45
Part 1/2 Arthur Ransome's fantastic escapes in 1919 Arthur Ransome is best remembered as a successful author of children's books, most notably Swallows and Amazons. But in 1919 he had a series of truly remarkable, daring, improbable - and fantastic escapes through partisan forests and vast landscapes, as he attempted to reach Estonia and escape with the woman, he loved. Like classical literature or film reviews in general? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and...
Aug 20, 2023•22 min•Ep. 44
