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The Multicultural Middle Ages Podcast brings together medievalists from all professional and disciplinary tracks to think and talk about the diversity of the Middle Ages. We offer public-facing, open access content directed at experts and non-experts alike to present updated, accurate, and culturally responsible accounts of the plurality of the medieval period.

Series producers: Will Beattie, Jona... more

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In this episode, Loraine Enlow chats with Pilar Rivett about Rivett’s research on ninth-century baptismal and exorcistic rites and Jewish–Christian relations under Charlemagne and Louis the Pious.

Their conversation challenges scholarly assumptions... more

In this episode, Mourad Tadghout explores how manuscript cultures shaped intellectual exchange across medieval Eurasia and the Mediterranean. Focusing on the transmission of texts such as Ibn Sina’s Canon of Medicine, Tadghout traces the movement of ... more

In this episode, producer Reed O’Mara sit down with Georgetown professor Sarah McNamer about her contribution to Speculum: A Journal of Medieval Studies, in which McNamer explores the provenance and purpose of the Bodley Alexander manuscript (Oxford,... more

This episode takes a bird’s eye view of the global medieval world, following the trade and giving of arctic gyrfalcons across vast distances. Caitlin, Sam, Bjørn, and Ragnar discuss the capture and keeping of these rare birds in Scandinavia and their... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah McNamer
Professor of Georgetown University, author of Child's Play and the Provenance of the Bodley Alexander
Georgetown University
Episode: Speculum Spotlight | Child’s Play and the Provenance of the Bodley Alexander
Ragnar Orten-Lieh
Guest expert on falcons in Medieval Scandinavia
Vestfold County Municipality
Episode: The Global Gyrfalcon
Björn Bandlian
Guest expert on trade and connections across Afro-Eurasia
University of South-Eastern Norway
Episode: The Global Gyrfalcon
Inesia Spencer-Hall
Honorary senior fellow at University College London; researcher in medieval geography, disability, and digital culture
University College London
Episode: Disability and Medieval Studies: Then and Now
Edward Mills
Co-author of Autism-Like, Neurodivergence and the Premodern World
Independent scholar/academic
Episode: Disability and Medieval Studies: Then and Now
Matt McCall
Museums and Heritage Professional; Content and Display Lead for National Museums Liverpool's Waterfront Transformation Project
National Museums Liverpool
Episode: Disability and Medieval Studies: Then and Now
Amy Louise Morgan
Lecturer in Medieval Literature; focus on queer readings and allyship
University of Surrey
Episode: Disability and Medieval Studies: Then and Now
Elizabeth Champion
Co-editor and author of Towards an Accessible Academy; arms and armor scholar
Oxford, UK
Episode: Disability and Medieval Studies: Then and Now
Jude Seale
Postdoctoral researcher focusing on disability in Medieval English Miracle Literature
Academic research
Episode: Disability and Medieval Studies: Then and Now

Hosts

Multiple Hosts
A collaborative team of historians, educators, and editors driving interdisciplinary medieval conversation.
Reed O'Mara
Host with a focus on multicultural and inclusive medieval narratives.
Loren Cantrell
Producer and host with emphasis on cross-disciplinary dialogues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • turns the middle ages are way more diverse than advertised!

    Awesome podcast I never knew I needed, but am now absolutely into! Very informative and accesible discussions about different aspects of the middle ages. The conversation always flows really well, plus they feature a wide range of guests. A great listen, looking forward to more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Waaay Too Awesome
    United States4 years ago
  • Fills in major gap in medieval podcasting

    I’ve been looking for a podcast like this for years! The gap around the Global Middle Ages and premodern race in medieval-focused podcasts has been noticeable, and I’m really looking forward to hearing from such a broad range of experts on the medieval world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mebediel
    United States4 years ago
  • Full Disclosure: I’m Biased…

    …but I love this podcast! For so many reasons, but mostly for Jon and Reed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lpquigley
    United States4 years ago
  • An awesome project

    I’m so excited about this podcast project. The first episode is amazing and I can’t wait to see what else you all have in the works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hamptonemp
    United States4 years ago

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Shows clear affection for the hosts and their project; strong collaborative energy.
Engaging, diverse guests and accessible discussions.
Fills a long-needed gap around Global Middle Ages and race in medieval podcasts.
Promising start with high-quality episodes and interesting directions ahead.

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Speculum Spotlight | Child’s Play and the Provenance of the Bodley Alexander
Q: What is the Bodley Alexander, and why is it fascinating to scholars?
It is a lavish, multi-textured manuscript that interleaves a long Alexander Romance with additional scenes, bound up with a sophisticated decorative program. Its appeal lies in how the imagery and text work together to invite readers, especially young princes, to imitate, learn, and engage with ideals of knightly conduct and princely education.
Speculum Spotlight | A Conversation With the Editors of Speculations
Q: How did the selection process work given that proposals varied greatly in scope and content?
They used a flexible, multi-criteria approach, accepted proposals rather than full essays, valued variety and coverage, and relied on group discussion to balance diverse perspectives, which sometimes led to unanticipated outcomes.
Speculum Spotlight | A Conversation With the Editors of Speculations
Q: What about these 60 essays made you excited about the future of medieval studies?
The editors describe a heterogeneous mix of essays that collectively push boundaries, cover different ranks and career stages, and reveal unexpected insights, making the volume a vibrant snapshot of where the field is now and where it could go.
Pandemic in the Medieval World: Teaching a New Black Death Narrative in the 21st Century
Q: What does paleogenetics teaching look like in practice for undergraduate students?
instructors use open-access modules that integrate Afro-Eurasian perspectives, visualizing Battuta's routes and the broader ecological and social contexts, while acknowledging that science is a dynamic, evolving field with new discoveries that can shift classroom understanding.
Pandemic in the Medieval World: Teaching a New Black Death Narrative in the 21st Century
Q: Could you tell us what's changed recently in the scholarship around the Black Death?
The key change is the introduction of paleogenetics, showing that Yersinia pestis—the plague agent—has a long, shared history and that the disease was not a purely European event but a global phenomenon linked across continents; this reframes the narrative beyond a Eurocentric timeline.

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What is The Multicultural Middle Ages Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, scholarship-driven show that foregrounds diversity in the medieval world through conversations with historians, archaeologists, and literary scholars. Episodes frequently center on global connections, underrepresented regions, and interdisciplinary methods, from paleogenetics and material culture to editorial processes in academic publishing. Listeners can expect accessible explanations of complex topics, strong emphasis on inclusivity, and a steady stream of high‑level guests who broaden traditional medieval narratives with new evidence and perspectives. A notable strength is the consistent focus on cross-cultural contexts and contemporary teaching applications, making it appealing to both specialists and educators seeking fr... more

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