The Dark Ages Podcast
Herbert F. BushmanThe history of Europe from 376 and beyond the Fall of Rome. Barbarian invasions, kings, queens, and saints, myths and legends. It’s the history they skipped.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 59 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Categories | HistoryEducation | ||||
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c. 500 to 590
"Bishops move diagonally. That's why they often turn up where the kings don't expect them to be."
- Terry Pratchett, Small Gods
Links: www.instagram.com/darkagespod
Webpage for this Episode: darkagespod.com/2025/05/05/58-bis... more
516 - 548
One of the strongest of the early Merovingians, Theudebert built a powerful kingdom while squabbling with his uncles and carrying on a complicated personal life.
Links: www.instagram.com/darkagespod
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511-532
Out of the four sons of Clovis, not one of them was the type to stay at home, or to be content with what he had. In this episode, we’ll abandon chronological accuracy for the moment, to tell stories of each of these kings. Violence, mostly. more
c. 450 - c. 600
When Clovis, king of the Franks, died in 511, he passed on to his sons a huge territory, containing many millions of people. In this episode, we take a look at those people, how they made their livings, and how they organized society... more
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- History with a side of snark
One host show! Great research & presentation! Come back host-you are missed!
Apple Podcasts5SONFLOWER_TX
United Statesa month ago - Absolutely great
A different style (love the dry humor) but definitely on par with history of Rome and Byzantium.
Apple Podcasts5tomfddshjbvfujbjiUnited States2 months ago - Excellent!!
Do you like Mike Duncan’s “The History of Rome”? Do you like Robin Pearson’s “The History of Byzantium”? If you said no, I question your taste. If you said yes then Herbert Bushman’s “The Dark Ages Podcast” is for you. He has a good sense of humor, and Herbert does a fine job picking up where THOR left off in 476, with a lot of crossover with Robin Peasron’s early narrative. The DAP is my newest favorite podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Jon Oz 13United States3 months ago - Awesome
Herbert, I am only only 20 episodes in but I am throughly enjoying your podcast. First, I’ve been searching for a podcast or show that would cover this time period forever. You found such a great niche. Next your research is superb and your passion shows. Finally, your detail and character building is so great. I know the stories somewhat write themselves but you do such a great job flowing with your script. The rate I am going I’ll be caught up soon…
Thanks
Keith Costenoble
Apple Podcasts5KrcostenUnited States5 months ago - Jason Statham- Guy Ritchie time or American overblown?
I am really enjoying your podcast. I love your style of narration- it’s as if you were actually conversing with me.
Thank you for doing this.
Your voice is perfect for this medium. I can even listen when I have a migraine! That doesn’t happen very often. You keep me interested and don’t make me sleepy.
Perfection in all ways important to me, which is all that matters, obviously. : )
Apple Podcasts5hopscotch86United States5 months ago
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Content centers on the intricate history of Europe following the fall of Rome, specifically examining the period from 376 AD onwards. The episodes explore themes such as the interactions between barbarian tribes, the rise and fall of various kingdoms, notable political dynamics, religious shifts, and legendary figures from the era. The show stands out for its meticulous research and engaging storytelling, often intertwining humor with historical analysis, making complex events accessible and relatable to listeners. It also aims to challenge the conventional narratives surrounding this often-misunderstood historical period, emphasizing both the chaos and the cultural richness that characterized these centuries.
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