The History of England – Great history podcasts from the shed

May 19, 20190 Comments Podcast

272 The Spanish Marriage

In July 1554 Philip finally landed in England, and all went very well; Mary and Philip were married, and were kind to each other, there was a great pageant ofRead More

May 19, 20190 Comments Membership

Eleanor Omnibus 5 EPs 17-19 - Members Only

In 1173 Eleanor took a decision about whom she would back - husband or sons. She would be paying the consequences for the next 15 years.

May 19, 20190 Comments Podcast

Eleanor 19 Squabbles - Members Only

There is no let up to the family feuding. In fact it gets worse.

May 12, 20190 Comments 20th Century

HiT Selma

The historical drama directed by Ava DuVernay is about personal bravery, about moving, dramatic – and controversial events. Did it tell the story fairly? And did it convey the drama and engageRead More

May 12, 20190 Comments Podcast

HoS 36 The Renaissance Prince - Members Only

James IV made the tortured finances of royalty work, and kept his demands on parliament low. That his rather irregular methods did not provoke rebellion was due to his politicalRead More

May 03, 20193 Comments Advertising

Intelligent Speech Conference

I am slightly terrified to tell you that I shall be speaking at a day’s conference on 29th June in New York City. But it will be worth it, becauseRead More