John of Gaunt: THE Royal Ancestor

John of Gaunt: THE Royal Ancestor

Helen Carr joins me today to discuss John of Gaunt: son of Edward III, younger brother to the Black Prince, uncle of Richard II and father of Henry IV. Not only was he the key intersecting ancestor around which the Plantagenet family split, but his other children also give us the Tudor dynasty. He is THE royal ancestor and one that many of us can trace our family trees back to. In this fascinating episode, Helen discusses his royal aspirations, his attempted conquest of parts of Spain, his role in the Peasants' Revolt and his experiences of the Black Death.

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 What Really Happened to the Princes in the Tower?

What Really Happened to the Princes in the Tower?

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The Mummy's Curse, Nazi Gold Train & Other History Mysteries

The Mummy's Curse, Nazi Gold Train & Other History Mysteries

History is full of the weird and wonderful and in this episode Dan is joined by polymath, author and fellow podcaster Dan Schreiber to talk about stories of lost treasure, curious relics and Edwardian...

30 Marras 202336min

The 'Elgin' Marbles

The 'Elgin' Marbles

The permanent home of the Parthenon Marbles, also known as the 'Elgin' Marbles, has been the subject of a heated, decades-long debate. That debate was reignited this week when Prime Minister Rishi Sun...

29 Marras 202334min

Hades: King of the Underworld

Hades: King of the Underworld

This episode contains references to death and sexual assault.Hades is King of the the dead and the Underworld in Ancient Greek mythology. Dive into the shadowy underworld with host Tristan Hughes and ...

28 Marras 202356min

Rasputin

Rasputin

The legend of Rasputin's death goes that he survived poisoning, being shot in the head before being thrown through a hole in the ice in the Neva River, where he finally died by drowning. But Rasputin ...

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4. Napoleon: The Myth

4. Napoleon: The Myth

Napoleon has become more than a man. His name is a concept, a way of being, a psychological term- the 'Napoleon' complex. Napoleon began working on his legacy during his exile on St Helena in the last...

23 Marras 202339min

3. Napoleon: The Lover

3. Napoleon: The Lover

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions about sex which may not be suitable for children.Napoleon Bonaparte is one of the few commanders in history to be known for his capacity as a fierce ...

22 Marras 202346min

2. Napoleon: The Commander

2. Napoleon: The Commander

During the Napoleonic Wars, 18th-century leaders in Europe quickly decided the best way to beat Napoleon Bonaparte was to retreat and not meet him on the battlefield at all. He was head and shoulders ...

21 Marras 202343min

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