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The British History Podcast

The BHP is a chronological retelling of the history of Britain with a particular focus upon the live

Episodes

Total: 487

Matilda was dead and now things were coming apart at the seams. The post 445 – Feeding Frenzy first

444 – Holy Beef

2024/4/5

Based on the e-mails I have been getting, some of you are having a hard time understanding why on go

In this episode we delve into the tumultuous reign of King Gruffydd ap Cynan of Gwynedd and the poli

442 – Mynydd Carn

2024/3/15

Norman interventionism into their neighbors was only just beginning… and the events at Mynydd Carn g

441 – God Bothering

2024/2/27

Tensions rise as rebellion and violence sweep through Northumbria. As news of the uprising reaches t

440 – This is Fine

2024/2/11

King Malcolm and the Scots have been raiding the northern reaches of England, leaving the Northumbri

William, the Duke of Normandy and King of England, has been humiliated by his son Robert. Despite ye

In a fit of rebellion, Robert, the eldest son of William the Conqueror, marches out on his own, defy

Crown Prince Robert and his knights had been humiliated by Rufus and Henry and the royal hall erupts

436 – Taking the Piss

2023/12/23

William the Conqueror, preferring Normandy over England, spends his later reign focusing on continen

In the turmoil of William the Conqueror’s reign, Waltheof, the last English-born Earl, becomes entan

434 – The Boys

2023/12/9

As William the Conqueror’s sons grow, their future roles and the weight of their lineage come into s

In 1075, King Bleddyn of Gwynedd and Powys, a formidable leader aiming for Welsh unification, finds

Here’s a 15 minute sample of what we’re talking about on the Member’s feed. The post Bonus Episode o

In 1075, Earl Roger and Earl Ralph lead a significant rebellion against King William, spurred by per

In 1075, amidst the backdrop of William’s strained relations with England and his noble court, a gra

As King William navigates the complexities of ruling England, he faces the challenges of governance,

In 1072, the landscape of power in England and Normandy is tumultuous, with William’s conquest still

Five years post-Hastings, England remains embroiled in resistance against William’s rule, witnessing

Hereward’s audacious demands for ransom, his tactical raids, and the legendary encounter with Saint