The BHP is a chronological retelling of the history of Britain with a particular focus upon the lives of the people. You won't find a dry recounting of dates and battles here, but instead you'll learn about who these people were and how their desires, fears, and flaws shaped the histories of England, Scotland, and Wales. Apple is restricting my feed, so to access all episodes you have to click subscribe and then download them within your app.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 11 days 22 hours 41 minutes
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Bonus Episode from the Archive: The Poet's Curse
This is an old one, but it was specifically requested. Please forgive the audio quality and delivery.
episode 369: Move or You Will Be Moved: Part 4
When you come at the King, you best not miss… and...
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episode 368: Move or You Will Be Moved: Part 3
This poem about Godwin and his children is found, not in the Chronicle, nor in a document dedicated to Godwin… but in the Vita AEdwardi… the Life of King Edward.
episode 367: Move, or You Will Be Moved Part 2
Swegn Godwinson was exiled….again. Only this time it was for life. As that judgment came down, the Godwins must have realized they had been maneuvered into blind dependence on the King’s mercy.
episode 366: Move, or You Will Be Moved: Part 1
The summer of 1051 must have felt like some sort...
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episode 365: The Red Cliffs of Dover
In 1050, Thorrfinn the Jarl of Orkney went to Rome. And on trip to Rome is complete without a visit with the Pope. And when Thorrfin had his meeting, we’re told that Pope personally absolved the Jarl’s sins.
episode 364: Reconciliation
Complex societies are able to do incredible...
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