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The Medici Podcast

Chad Denton
Catherine De Medici
St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre
Huguenots
Catherine De' Medici
France
French Wars Of Religion
Admiral Coligny
Protestant Reformation
King Charles IX
Catholic League
Mary, Queen Of Scots
Florence
Catholicism
Cosimo De' Medici
Pope Clement VII
Diane De Poitiers
Henri II
François II
Duke Of Guise
Edict Of Saint Germain

The Medici might not have the decadent drama of the Borgias, but they took center stage in the story of the formation of the modern Western world, from helping mold the Renaissance to trying to quell the Protestant Reformation to sponsoring and then trying to help shut up Galileo. This podcast looks at the story of the Medici and that of the fractured, tumultuous Italy they carved out a place in. ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes98Founded5 years ago
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Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Excellently Researched, however….

    Be warned: the pronunciations of the Italian (not to mention French) names & words are woefully incorrect and incomprehensibly inconsistent (sometimes he actually gets it right!), causing much continual consternation to Italian speakers 😩

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LittleSaint7
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Really well written and researched. Loving this so far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucky the Doggo
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome content!

    Found this podcast to be the most refreshingly substantive listen I’ve found in a while. Well written and researched.

    Focus is on the narrative and not bell and whistles of production. It works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    seabrook82
    United States3 years ago
  • Outstanding!

    Really great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Defense wins championships
    United States3 years ago
  • Good info. Narrator is listenable. Production/editing needs work (as of season 1 start)

    Podchaser
    4
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    3 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its well-researched and informative content.
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Many appreciate the humor infused into the storytelling, making complex historical narratives enjoyable.
Overall, audiences find it to be a substantive and refreshing historical listening experience.

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Exploring the intricate history of the Medici family, this podcast examines how their influence shaped the political, cultural, and social landscape of Italy and beyond. With a focus on themes such as dynastic politics, family dynamics, and the profound impact of the Renaissance, listeners are offered a fascinating narrative that intertwines historical events with personal stories. The series chronicles the rise of the Medici from bankers to royalty and the challenges they faced, including political intrigue and the tensions of their time, making it suitable for those interested in history, culture, and the complexities of power.

One unique aspect of the content is its in-depth portrayal of various historical figures and moments, along wit... more

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