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Chapter Nine | The British History Podcast
Hosted by Jamie Jeffers · EN
A Chronological History of Britain
12episodes
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448 – The Death of William the Conqueror
May 25, 202400:59:32Tap to summarizeThe story of William and the conquest has been a long road, and I’ve heard from some of you that this season has been challenging to listen to.   I get it.  No matter how awful William is he never seems to face any real consequences… The post 448 – The Death of William the Conqueror first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →Medieval Medicine Sample
May 9, 202400:08:34Tap to summarizeThat’s right, just like big pharma, we’re giving out a free sample. The post Medieval Medicine Sample first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →447 – The End of the Conquest
May 3, 202400:29:52Tap to summarizeIf the last few episodes have seemed a little confusing, then you’re hearing them right. Europe at the end of the 11th century was a rapidly changing world and it is all going to have a profound impact on the history of Britain. I want you to really have a good understanding of what is […] The post 447 – The End of the Conquest first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →446 – Death and Taxes
Apr 27, 202400:35:02Tap to summarizeWhen we left off, things were looking pretty bad for William and William’s hope of a legacy. Maine was once again in rebellion against Normandy. But this time half of France seemed to be looking for an excuse to join them. Denmark was preparing an invasion of England … and even William’s brother-in-law, Count Robert […] The post 446 – Death and Taxes first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →445 – Feeding Frenzy
Apr 19, 202400:29:56Tap to summarizeMatilda was dead and now things were coming apart at the seams. The post 445 – Feeding Frenzy first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →444 – Holy Beef
Apr 5, 202400:40:02Tap to summarizeBased on the e-mails I have been getting, some of you are having a hard time understanding why on god’s green earth did Odo think he could just trot down to Rome and become the new Pope.  The truth is he was less crazy than we might think, and I’m going to take a moment […] The post 444 – Holy Beef first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →443 – We’re Bigger Than Jesus
Mar 26, 202400:36:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode we delve into the tumultuous reign of King Gruffydd ap Cynan of Gwynedd and the political intricacies of William’s relationship with Matilda and his ambitious half-brother, Bishop Odo. It is an intricate web of power struggles, betrayals, and shifting dynamics between church and state that will only grow more complex and dangerous. […] The post 443 – We’re Bigger Than Jesus first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →442 – Mynydd Carn
Mar 15, 202400:34:03Tap to summarizeNorman interventionism into their neighbors was only just beginning… and the events at Mynydd Carn gave them just the excuse they needed. The post 442 – Mynydd Carn first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →441 – God Bothering
Feb 27, 202400:25:25Tap to summarizeTensions rise as rebellion and violence sweep through Northumbria. As news of the uprising reaches the south, King William, though initially absent, takes action and sends his half-brother, Bishop Odo, to deal with it. Odo’s reputation for cruelty was well earned and the people of Durham suffer greatly at his hands. In the midst of […] The post 441 – God Bothering first appeared on The British History Podcast.
Transcribe →440 – This is Fine
Feb 11, 202400:29:33Tap to summarizeKing Malcolm and the Scots have been raiding the northern reaches of England, leaving the Northumbrians to deal with the aftermath. Meanwhile, William is not speaking to his son Robert and is spreading rumors about him to anyone who will listen. Robert’s enemies are enjoying the show, but not everyone is amused. The powerful members […] The post 440 – This is Fine first appeared on The British History Podcast.
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