
England’s greatest warrior-king Henry V is gone, and on the throne… a baby. In season 9 of This Is History: A Dynasty to Die For, acclaimed historian Dan Jones charts the turbulent story of Henry VI, an infant monarch whose reign is beset by relentless struggles for power both at home and abroad as we enter a brutal era of English civil war - the Wars of the Roses. Scandal, madness and witchcraft ... more
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The royal court isn’t exactly celebrating after the death of Joan of Arc. A dangerous liaison erupts between the widowed Queen of England, Catherine de Valois, and a Welsh suitor called Owen Tudor. 1430s England is not a safe place for the Welsh, let... more
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Henry VI now rules England… as a kid. As the adults take charge around him, the English war effort in France has been held together increasingly with a shoestring. But n... more
With Henry V gone, we kick off this new season with a baby on the throne and all the resulting complications that come with this complex scenario. Power is tussled over between the king’s uncles, as a new cast of figures come into play under Henry VI... more
England’s greatest warrior-king is gone and on the throne… a baby.
In season 9 of This Is History: A Dynasty to Die For, acclaimed historian Dan Jones charts the turbulent story of Henry VI, an infant monarch whose reign is beset by relentless strug... more
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Trek through the things i know of and not about. Thank you for your pods.
Dan looks like a shape-shifter in the latest cover shot.
This is an enjoyable podcast, but don’t kid yourself this it is not a free podcast that you enhance, to bump up from amateur historian, to professional level. It’s better than when the show was in its infancy. In the beginning, it really was just a long runtime advertisement. Every few moments we were told that the narrator would love to be able to fill us in on detail, but this is only a 10 minute long podcast. We were left on our own, to finish the sentence…the show is 10 minutes long…and... more
Love the content, music and sound effects too loud.
I used to wait excitedly for every new episode but now I find myself disappointed by constant references to previous episodes (which I have listened to already) and being exhorted to join “our exclusive club”. The Plantagenets were our longest reigning monarchy with a fascinating history. We don’t need all the extra rigmarole to spin out the podcast.
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Exploring the interplay of history and storytelling, this podcast offers deep dives into significant historical events and figures, particularly focused on the medieval and early modern periods. The most recent episodes present a unique retelling of the Nativity story through the lens of historical context, accompanied by engaging discussions with scholars of early Christianity. Additionally, episodes featuring key figures like Henry V detail the military ambitions and political strategies of medieval England, intertwined with dramatic narratives that highlight both personal and broader societal implications. With a focus on vivid storytelling, this podcast appeals to history enthusiasts looking for an in-depth and entertaining exploration ... more
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