
In New History of Spain, you will learn about Spanish history in chronological order, covering every era from Prehistory to the present day. This includes the Visigothic Kingdom, al-Andalus, the medieval Christian kingdoms, the Spanish Empire, the Spanish Civil War, or Franco's dictatorship. Every two weeks, I delve into Spain's political history, enriched with diverse historical perspectives, to ... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 47 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||

Episode 47 explains the rise to power of Almanzor, the fearsome hajib who became the true ruler of al-Andalus, replacing the Umayyads. I explain how he eliminated various political rivals, what circumstances allowed the usurpation of Umayyad power, a... more
In episode 46 we explore the story of how the Umayyads of Córdoba pulled the strings of Iberia during the reigns of Abd al-Rahman III and al-Hakam II, including how that hegemony worked in practice and its limitations.
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In episode 45, I explain the founding myths of Castile and whether Count Fernán González was truly the one who liberated Castile from the Kingdom of León.
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The political history of the Catalan counties in the first half of the 10th century is little known, but I explain it in episode 44, covering topics such as the relations between the counts and the kings of West Francia or the war between the House o... more
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From the very first word of the very first episode David had me hooked. I was so upset when he stopped making English episodes. I AM SO GLAD HE IS BACK!!!!!!!
Glad David is back and doing an episodic history of Spain.
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Focused, evidence-driven history of the Iberian Peninsula, with an emphasis on medieval power dynamics, historiography, and primary sources. Episodes regularly debunk myths, compare competing narratives, and illuminate how later literature and nationalism have shaped perceptions of Castile, Aragon, and al-Andalus. Noteworthy is the host's commitment to critical research and balancing perspectives, often tying military and political events to dynastic and cultural forces. This makes it a strong choice for listeners who want deeper context beyond dates and battles, including academics, students, and history enthusiasts seeking nuanced interpretations.
Potential listeners should expect thorough explorations of political structures, frontier d... more
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