Restless Times in History
From the daring escapes of would-be-queens to impossible feats of ordinary people in the past - this podcast covers it all, from chaos and conflict to little known facts that changed the world.
Episodes
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
(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 Ki...
(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 ...
(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 uns...
(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.
(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.
(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 pr...
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 cro...
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
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
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
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.
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The aftermath and long term consequences of the Stockholm Bloodbath
From a dream of unity to the concept of individual kings and kingdoms.
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The daring, deadly, and disastrous events of 7th-10th November 1520 which concluded with blood flowing in the streets of Stockholm.
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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.
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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!
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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?
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A quiz about Ancient Rome
Do you know the answers:
Remembered words
Friends, foes, and allies
A pivotal moment...and many more
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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.
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