The Pope, the Bishop of Rome, successor of Saint Peter and leader of the Catholic Church. Pious men aspire to the chair and humbly accept the position. At least that’s what we’d like to believe. But not all popes were righteous men, some weren’t even Christian! In this episode of the Medieval Archives Podcast we are going to look at some of the worst Popes of the Middle Ages.

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In this episode we discuss:

• A Pope who put his dead predecessor on trial
• The Pope who ran a male brothel
• The Pope who gave us the Pornocracy
• A ruler who deposed three Popes and installed his own
• A Pope so despicable they gave him a TV show
• And more…

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Welcome to the premiere episode of the Vikings Podcast! I’ve put together a brief episode to introduce the actors and the characters they play. There are a few sound clips from the show and the show format is discussed.

Vikings premieres on 03 March 2013 on The History Channel USA & Canada.

Vikings Synopsis:

The adventures of Ragnar Lothbrok the greatest hero of his age. The series tells the sagas of Ragnar’s band of Viking brothers and his family, as he rises to become King of the Viking tribes. As well as being a fearless warrior, Ragnar embodies the Norse traditions of devotion to the gods, legend has it that he was a direct descendant of Odin, the god of war and warriors’

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You can also follow a few of the Vikings cast members on Twitter:

• George Blagden: is @gblagden
• Katheryn Winnick: is @katherynwinnick
• Clive Standen: @clivestanden
• Travis Fimmel fan account: @Team_Travis
• Vikings offcial account: @HistoryVikings

Send in your comments and feedback by calling the listener voicemail line at 720.722.1066 or send an email to feedback@thevikingspodcast.com

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The medieval-verse was all abuzz the last couple of weeks about an exciting archaeology find. Back in August 2012 the University of Leicester started a search for the lost remains of King Richard III. Richard was killed during the Battle of Bosworth, the final major battle of the Wars of the Roses.

King Richard’s death is significant for a few reasons. He was the last King of England to die in battle and his death marks the end of the medieval period. The victor at Bosworth, Henry Tudor, starts the dynasty of the smae name that would last for over 100 years!

In this episode we will look at the history of Richard and find out how the youngest of four brothers rose to throne of England. We also examine the controversies that surround him including the Princes in the Tower and if he was a disfigured hunchback.

But the real exciting part is the dig in Leicester! We’ll listen in to the DNA test announcements and the description of his wounds at Bosworth.

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In this episode we discuss:

• Richard III: The Last Warrior King
• Princes in the Tower
• Hunchback or Tudor Propaganda
• Richard III Society
• And more…

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It’s that time of year again. The full moon is out and the night gets a little spookier. But have no fear, we are here to help you make it through the Halloween season. And what better way than to talk about flesh eating zombies! Now I haven’t gone completely mad. We will look at two examples of how the dead walked the earth in medieval times and a historian who recorded numerous episodes of the undead. Grab a pumpkin ale, turn the lights down low and let’s explore the medieval zombie apocalypse.

If you would like more Halloween episodes you can listen to the Haunted Castle series or last years Dracula episode.

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In this episode we discuss:

• The Draugr
• The Revenant
• William of Newburgh
• The Raven
• Night of the Living Dead
• And more…

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Knight Vs. Undead Image by TrickorTreat
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Some sound clips courtesy of White Zombie.

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Sarah Gristwood, the acclaimed author, joins us for an interview about her new book Blood Sisters: The Hidden Lives of the Women Behind the Wars of the Roses. Most of the history of the Wars of the Roses is written through the eyes of the kings and men who fought the battles. In Blood Sisters, Sarah takes a look at the influence and impact of the women involved. It is a fascinating book which offers a fresh perspective and a glimpse into the lives of the women of the medieval era and how they help shape history.

Whether you’re a Yorkist or Lancastrian you are sure to enjoy this episode!

You can find Sarah and her books on the following websites:

• Sarah Gristwood’s Website: http://www.sarahgristwood.co.uk/
• Sarah’s Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/sarah.gristwood.1
• Perseus Book Group: http://www.perseusbooksgroup.com/perseus/index.jsp

If you want to take a tour that follows the Wars of the Roses or events during the Tudor era, Sarah recommends Alison Wier Tours. Check them out at http://www.alisonweirtours.com/

I would also like to thank Katherine at Harper Collins Press (www.harpercollins.co.uk ) for setting up the interview.

In this episode we discuss:

• Sarah’s background and writing style
• Finding primary sources on medieval women
• How strong, medieval women were received
• Richard III’s DNA record
• Sarah’s historical fiction novel The Girl in the Mirror
• And more…

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I’m excited to have Peter and Sandra on from Medievalists.net. We covered all sorts of topics, including their love for other historical periods and the state of history programming on television. We even managed to get a Honey Boo Boo reference in, yikes! (I apologize now for including that link…) I guess it’s safe to say we had a great time during the interview. I hope you enjoy it as well.

A big thank you to Peter and Sandra for coming on the podcast!

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In this episode we discuss:

• How Peter and Sandra met
• How they found a love for the Middle Ages
• Their thoughts on Game of Thrones, medieval based video games and medieval entertainment
• The state of history based television
• The possible discovery of Richard III
• And more…

Medievalists.net on the internet

Medievalists.net
• eMail: medievalists.net@gmail.com
• Official Webpage: www.medievalists.net
• Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Medievalistsnet/5740303430
• Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/Medievalists

Their other websites are:

History of the Ancient World
• Official Webpage: www.historyoftheancientworld.com
• Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/History-of-the-Ancient-World/230837303592
• Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/historyancient

Early Modern England
• Official Webpage: www.earlymodernengland.com
• Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Early-Modern-England/397291705477
• Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/englandhistory

American Civil War
• Official Webpage: www.americancivilwar.ca
• Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/American-Civil-War/180337528713790
• Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/rebelsoryankees

The War of 1812
• Official Webpage: www.thewarof1812.net
• Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-War-of-1812/211471598940803
• Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/TheRedCoats1812

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The Middle Ages conjures images of wise, warrior Kings and beautiful Queens. Well this episode we are going to shatter that image! Get ready to dive into the crazy world of insane kings and diabolical madmen. Years of inbreeding the royal blood is bound to have an effect sooner or later. We’ll investigate kings, queens and counts that went bat crazy during their reigns. Thanks for listening and subscribing to the podcast.

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In this episode you’ll discover:

• The King who thought he was made of glass
• The Queen who embraced her died husband nightly
• The crusading Prince who tortured and displayed his victims
• The insane King who laughed and sang while a battle was raging
• And more…

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Simon Sudbury's skull

The Peasants’ Revolt of 1381 was one of a number of popular revolts in late medieval Europe and is a major event in the history of England. Led by Wat Tyler the peasant’s rose up against the ruling class.

Were they successful? Or did they fail and meet the executioners axe?

Find out in the latest episode of the Medieval Archives Podcast

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The mini series comes to an end. Will they finish the cathedral or will Waleran block all attempts? Will Jack find out the truth about his father? Everything gets answered in the final episode! Join us as we finish our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode eight “The Work of Angels” of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy.

This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry’s family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry’s daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed.

Episode 8 “The Work of Angels”

Ten years later, Jack’s fixation with the cathedral leaves him little time or energy for anything else, while Aliena’s fixation with the distant Earldom of Shiring has married her to Alfred, a man she hates. Waleran and Alfred develop a plot to get rid of Jack for good and it seems to be working until evidence comes to light that makes all wrongs rectified.

Topics Discussed:

• Episode Recap
• Episode Review
• History Lesson: What was correct and what was incorrect
• Prince Henry vs Prince Eustace
• Treaty of Wallingford
• World Without End preview

Cast of Characters:

• Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod
• Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew
• Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder
• Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip
• Tony Curran as King Stephen
• Alison Pill as Princess Maude
• Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh
• Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh
• David Oakes as William Hamleigh
• Goetz Otto as Walter
• Hayley Atwell as Aliena
• Sam Claflin as Richard
• Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder
• Skye Bennett as Martha Builder
• Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop
• Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson
• Natalia Wörner as Ellen
• Anatole Taubman as Remigius

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Dan Snow at Conwy Castle

In this episode you will discover:

• Dan’s Favorite historical period and movie
• Dan’s Favorite Battle Castle location
• His crazy experience’s filming historical documentaries
• And much more…

All historians will want to hear this episode!

I would like to thank Dan for taking time out of his busy schedule to visit with the Medieval Archives Podcast. It was a great interview and great talking with him.

Connect with Dan Snow today!

• Dan Snow Twitter Profile
• Dan’s History Facts Twitter Profile
• Dan Snow Production Company: Ballista Media

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Battle Castle, the outstanding castle documentary series, explores the medieval history of six castles. Today we have an interview with Sean F. White, the Director of Photography for Battle Castle. I talk with Sean about filming the castles and the siege engines in action. We also cover how the re-enactments were filmed.

In this episode you will discover:

• The role of the Director of Photogrpahy
• His approach to visually capturing the castles
• The adventurous side of Sean as he films the castles
• The secret location where they filmed the re-enactments
• Which episode was filmed in 3D
• And much more…

It’s another great interview you won’t want to miss!

A big thanks to Sean for taking time out of his busy schedule to talk with the Medieval Archives podcast

Connect with Battle Castle today!

• Battle Castle Website
• Battle Castle Facebook fan page
• Battle Castle Twitter profile
• Battle Castle Youtube channel

Connect with Sean F. White

• Sean’s Web Page
• Sean’s Twitter Profile
• Sean’s Facebook page

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Battle Castle, the outstanding castle documentary series, explores the medieval history of six castles. Today we have an interview with Nicole Tomlinson, writer for Battle Castle. I talk to Nicole about writing for the series and how she approached the research process. We also cover how the castles were picked, castles that were left out, and their use of social media.

In this episode you will discover:

• Nicole’s favorite castle
• Where she would like to explore next
• A castle visit cut short due to political uprisings
• The man who sold his condo to build siege weapons
• And much more…

You won’t want to miss this episode!

I would like to thank Nicole for taking the time to visit with the Medieval Archives Podcast. It was a great interview and she is a wonderful person.

Connect with Battle Castle today!

• Battle Castle Website
• Battle Castle Facebook fan page
• Battle Castle Twitter profile
• Battle Castle Youtube channel

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England is gripped by war, political stirfe and treachery. And in the midst of it all a towering cathedral, a beacon of love and hope is erected. Will Philip raise again after being removed as prior? Will Aliena be able to find Jack in France? And will work continue on the cathedral after the collapse? Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode seven “New Beginnings” of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy.

This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry’s family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry’s daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed.

Episode 7 “New Beginnings”

As a result of his travels, Jack has learned how to fulfill Tom Builder’s dream of a cathedral filled with light. Aliena tracks Jack by following the trail of his carvings. Waleran offers Philip a new position but it means that Philip must always obey Waleran. Kingsbridge becomes prosperous again, infuriating Regan and William, who plan an attack meeting resistance from Richard, Jack and Philip. NOTE: Ken Follett has a cameo role in this episode as the merchant who tells Jack the story of his father’s sailing.

Topics Discussed:

• Episode Recap
• Episode Review
• History Lesson: What was correct and what was incorrect
• Robert, 1st Earl of Gloucester
• Abbott Sugar
• Saint Denis Abbey

Cast of Characters:

• Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod
• Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew
• Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder
• Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip
• Tony Curran as King Stephen
• Alison Pill as Princess Maude
• Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh
• Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh
• David Oakes as William Hamleigh
• Goetz Otto as Walter
• Hayley Atwell as Aliena
• Sam Claflin as Richard
• Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder
• Skye Bennett as Martha Builder
• Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop
• Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson
• Natalia Wörner as Ellen
• Anatole Taubman as Remigius

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It’s 2012! I hope you all had a safe and happy new year. We are kicking off the new year with an interview with Historical Fiction author Christy English.

Christy is a writer of historical fiction centering on Eleanor of Aquitaine, Alais of France, and the Plantagenets of the 12th Century. Her latest book is To Be Queen: A Novel of the Early Life of Eleanor of Aquitaine.

During the interview we discuss her novels, her love of Eleanor of Aquitaine and the challenges of writing about a historical figure. We also discuss her writing process and her favorite authors. It is a fantastic interview!

Click the links below to visit her website or buy her books.

Website: ChristyEnglish.com
Books: To Be Queen: A Novel of the Early Life of Eleanor of Aquitaine
Twitter: @ChristyEnglish

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Medieval Christmas Banquet

It’s the holiday season and the Medieval Archives Podcast is bringing you an episode jam packed with holiday music! The intro is short, but if you want to skip right to the music go to minute 1:30.

Thanks for subscribnig to the podcast this year! There are lots of exciting things coming up in the new year: interviews, new media reviews, hardcore history and lots more! As always I appreciate your comments and feedback. Keep sending it to podcast@medievalarchives.com

The following music is played in this episode, artist is in parenthesis followed by time stamp:

• We Wish you a Merry Christmas (Jeff Wahl) 1.30
• God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen (AlmaNova) 3.13
• Away in a Manger (Cari Live) 7.17
• Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Ralph Rousseau Meulenbroeks) 10.52
• The First Noel (Cari Live) 14.15
• What Child Is This (AlmaNova) 17.00
• It Came Upon A Midnight Clear (Jeff Wahl) 20.44
• Angels we Have Heard on High (James Edwards) 22.55
• Hark The Herald Angles Sing (James Edwards) 24.48
• Joy to the World (AlmaNva) 26.16
• Silent Night (Cari LIve) 28.58
• O Come All Ye Faithful (Jeff Wahl) 32.12
• Bella Gioiosa (Jacob Heringman) 34.01
• Ding Dong Merrily on High (Cari Live) 34.47
• Good King Wenceslas (James Edwards) 38.44
• Oh Holy Night (AlmaNova) 40.41
• Deck the Halls (Cari Live) 45.07
• I Saw Three Ships (James Edwards) 47.06
• O Christmas Tree (Jeff Wahl) 48.31
• We Three Kings (Cari Live) 50.05
• O Little Town of Bethleham (Jeff Whal) 53.29
• Coventry Carol (Cari Live) 56.27
• Auld Lang Syne (Jeff Wahl) 59.07

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Love, marriage and lose during the Anarchy. Waleran continues his quest to become the Archbishop of Canterbury and William Hamliegh tries to become the Earl of Shiring. Aliena faces a tough decision that involves the future of Richard and the promise she made to her father. Jack and Alfred are at odds and Ellen uses her powers to help Jack. Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode six “Witchcraft” of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy.

This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry’s family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry’s daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed.

Episode 6 “Witchcraft”

Richard returns from war to find his sister penniless and unable to support his knighthood. Alfred offers himself to Prior Philip as master builder. Aliena has to choose between her love for Jack and her oath to her father. Regan forces Waleran to speak to the King about William’s long-delayed Earldom. A disaster at Kingsbridge becomes a way for Waleran to remove Prior Philip from his position.

Topics Discussed:

• Episode Recap
• Episode Review
• History Lesson: What was correct and what was incorrect
• Medieval Surnames

Cast of Characters:

• Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod
• Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew
• Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder
• Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip
• Tony Curran as King Stephen
• Alison Pill as Princess Maude
• Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh
• Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh
• David Oakes as William Hamleigh
• Goetz Otto as Walter
• Hayley Atwell as Aliena
• Sam Claflin as Richard
• Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder
• Skye Bennett as Martha Builder
• Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop
• Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson
• Natalia Wörner as Ellen
• Anatole Taubman as Remigius

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This year’s Halloween Special we present the radio drama Dracula, by Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater, originally broadcast on 11 July 1938.

The inspiration for Bram Stoker’s Dracula is Vlad Tepes or Vlad the Impaler. Vlad is best known for fighting the Ottoman invasion and for impaling his enemies alive.

If you want more Halloween podcasts check out last year’s Haunted Castle series.

Enjoy the presentation and have a happy and safe halloween

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Today we have a review of the debut CD by Moat Jumper, Christmas At The Renaissance Fair. Moat Jumper is a group of World Class musicians that came together for a new collaboration of Medieval and Renaissance Christmas songs. We also talk to musician and producer Joe Matzzie about his background, the forming of the group and the recording process.

Visit the Moat Jumper official website to find out more about Joe and the group. You can also find them on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and more.






Where to get the CD:

• Available on Amazon: Moat Jumper, Christmas At The Renaissance Fair
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  Today is the 945th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. We look at the year 1066, the death of King Edward the Confessor and the dispute over the throne of England. Harold Godwinson was crowned the new king of England. However, Harold Hardrada, Viking King of Norway and William the Bastard, Duke of Normandy both made claims for the throne. We will look at the pivotal battles fought during 1066 and how the kingdom of England was changed forever.

  Topics Discussed:

  • Harold Godwinson
  • William the Bastard, Duke of Normandy
  • Harold Hardrada, King of Norway
  • Battle of Stamford Bridge
  • Battle of Hastings
  • Aftermath of Hastings

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  Please check out the History Teachers YouTube channel. They have a lot of great videos and were kind enough to let me use some audio for this podcast. You can also find them on Twitter at www.twitter.com/historyteacherz

  Books:

  • 1066: The Year Of Conquest by David Howarth
  • 1066: Year Of Three Battles by Frank McLynn
  • 1066 In An Hour by Kaye Jones

  Movies:

  • 1066: The Battle for Middle Earth

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/10/14/map19-1066-and-the-battle-of-hastings/feed/ 0 1066,Battle of Hastings,Battle of Stamford Bridge,Bayeux Tapestry,Duke of Normandy,Edward the Confessor,Harold Godwinson,Harold Hardrada,Westminster Abbey,William the Bastard,William the Conqueror,Winchester Cathedral Today is the 945th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. We look at the year 1066, the death of King Edward the Confessor and the dispute over the throne of England. Harold Godwinson was crowned the new king of England. However, Harold Hardrada, Today is the 945th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. We look at the year 1066, the death of King Edward the Confessor and the dispute over the throne of England. Harold Godwinson was crowned the new king of England. However, Harold Hardrada, Viking King of Norway and William the Bastard, Duke of Normandy both made claims for the throne. We will look at the pivotal battles fought during 1066 and how the kingdom of England was changed forever. Topics Discussed: Harold Godwinson William the Bastard, Duke of Normandy Harold Hardrada, King of Norway Battle of Stamford Bridge Battle of Hastings Aftermath of Hastings History Teachers: Please check out the History Teachers YouTube channel. They have a lot of great videos and were kind enough to let me use some audio for this podcast. You can also find them on Twitter at www.twitter.com/historyteacherz Books: 1066: The Year Of Conquest by David Howarth 1066: Year Of Three Battles by Frank McLynn 1066 In An Hour by Kaye Jones Movies: 1066: The Battle for Middle Earth If you enjoy the Medieval Archives Podcast please consider giving us a favorable rating in the iTunes store. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/07/08/map18-pillars-of-the-earth-5-legacy/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/07/08/map18-pillars-of-the-earth-5-legacy/#comments Fri, 08 Jul 2011 18:02:57 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=4497 Tragedy strikes during The Anarchy! (Which is probably why it’s called Anarchy) Maud and Stephen are still battling for power. As Prior Philip and Tom Builder try to build the cathedral at Kingsbridge. All the while Waleran and the Hamleigh’s are trying to stop them at every opportunity. Join us as we continuing our trip...

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  Tragedy strikes during The Anarchy! (Which is probably why it’s called Anarchy) Maud and Stephen are still battling for power. As Prior Philip and Tom Builder try to build the cathedral at Kingsbridge. All the while Waleran and the Hamleigh’s are trying to stop them at every opportunity. Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode five “Legacy” of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy.

  Pillars of the Earth Synopsis

  This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry’s family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry’s daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed.

  Episode 5 “Legacy”

  Waleran and Regan engineer the prisoner exchange so that they remain on the winning side of the war. Tom wants Jack and Alfred to be friends but their rivalry over work and Aliena is too intense. Meanwhile, William decides to attack Kingsbridge to stop the fleece fair and Aliena’s success. The Hamleighs and Prior Philip are granted rights to Shiring land but at a price. Alfred’s jealousy of Jack reaches new heights.

  
  
  Topics Discussed:

  • Episode Recap
  • Episode Review
  • History Lesson: What was correct and what was incorrect
  • Prince Eustace
  • Empress Maud
  • Prince Henry

  Cast of Characters:

  • Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod
  • Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew
  • Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder
  • Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip
  • Tony Curran as King Stephen
  • Alison Pill as Princess Maude
  • Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh
  • Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh
  • David Oakes as William Hamleigh
  • Goetz Otto as Walter
  • Hayley Atwell as Aliena
  • Sam Claflin as Richard
  • Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder
  • Skye Bennett as Martha Builder
  • Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop
  • Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson
  • Natalia Wörner as Ellen
  • Anatole Taubman as Remigius

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/07/08/map18-pillars-of-the-earth-5-legacy/feed/ 0 Aliena,David Oakes,Donald Sutherland,Earl Bartholomew,Eddie Redmayne,Ellen,Empress Matilda,Hayley Atwell,Henry I,Ian McShane,Jack Jackson,Ken Follett Tragedy strikes during The Anarchy! (Which is probably why it's called Anarchy) Maud and Stephen are still battling for power. As Prior Philip and Tom Builder try to build the cathedral at Kingsbridge. All the while Waleran and the Hamleigh's are t... Tragedy strikes during The Anarchy! (Which is probably why it's called Anarchy) Maud and Stephen are still battling for power. As Prior Philip and Tom Builder try to build the cathedral at Kingsbridge. All the while Waleran and the Hamleigh's are trying to stop them at every opportunity. Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode five "Legacy" of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen's reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy. Pillars of the Earth Synopsis This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry's family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry's daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed. Episode 5 "Legacy" Waleran and Regan engineer the prisoner exchange so that they remain on the winning side of the war. Tom wants Jack and Alfred to be friends but their rivalry over work and Aliena is too intense. Meanwhile, William decides to attack Kingsbridge to stop the fleece fair and Aliena’s success. The Hamleighs and Prior Philip are granted rights to Shiring land but at a price. Alfred's jealousy of Jack reaches new heights. Topics Discussed: Episode Recap Episode Review History Lesson: What was correct and what was incorrect Prince Eustace Empress Maud Prince Henry Cast of Characters: Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip Tony Curran as King Stephen Alison Pill as Princess Maude Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh David Oakes as William Hamleigh Goetz Otto as Walter Hayley Atwell as Aliena Sam Claflin as Richard Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder Skye Bennett as Martha Builder Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson Natalia Wörner as Ellen Anatole Taubman as Remigius You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 41:09 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/06/15/map-ep-17-magna-carta-ebook/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/06/15/map-ep-17-magna-carta-ebook/#comments Thu, 16 Jun 2011 05:57:17 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=4375 Today is the 796th anniversary of the “signing” of the Magna Carta by King John. King John’s reign can be summed up thus: high taxes, unsuccessful wars, and conflicts with the Pope, making him an unpopular King with the Barons. The barons forced King John to agree to a document later known as the ‘Articles...

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  Today is the 796th anniversary of the “signing” of the Magna Carta by King John. King John’s reign can be summed up thus: high taxes, unsuccessful wars, and conflicts with the Pope, making him an unpopular King with the Barons. The barons forced King John to agree to a document later known as the ‘Articles of the Barons’, his Great Seal was attached in the meadow at Runnymede. It would only take King John a few months to invalidate the charter, with the help of Pope Innocent III and incite the First Baron’s War.

  This eBook contains the original 1215 version of the Magna Carta and the 1225 version that was issued by King Henry III, both include the original Latin and are translated in English. Also included are images of the 1215, 1225 and 1297 version of the Magna Carta. The 1297 version issued by King Edward I is still a statue in English law today.

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/06/15/map-ep-17-magna-carta-ebook/feed/ 0 eBook,First Baron's War,King Edward I,King Henry III,King John,Magna Carta,Podcast,Pope Innocent III,Runnymede Today is the 796th anniversary of the "signing" of the Magna Carta by King John. King John's reign can be summed up thus: high taxes, unsuccessful wars, and conflicts with the Pope, making him an unpopular King with the Barons. Today is the 796th anniversary of the "signing" of the Magna Carta by King John. King John's reign can be summed up thus: high taxes, unsuccessful wars, and conflicts with the Pope, making him an unpopular King with the Barons. The barons forced King John to agree to a document later known as the 'Articles of the Barons', his Great Seal was attached in the meadow at Runnymede. It would only take King John a few months to invalidate the charter, with the help of Pope Innocent III and incite the First Baron's War. This eBook contains the original 1215 version of the Magna Carta and the 1225 version that was issued by King Henry III, both include the original Latin and are translated in English. Also included are images of the 1215, 1225 and 1297 version of the Magna Carta. The 1297 version issued by King Edward I is still a statue in English law today. If you need to download a PDF reader click on the 'Get Reader' Button Use the icons below to download the .pdf file, subscribe directly to the podcast via iTunes or subscribe to the podcast RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/05/15/map-ep-16-pillars-of-the-earth-4-battlefields/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/05/15/map-ep-16-pillars-of-the-earth-4-battlefields/#comments Mon, 16 May 2011 04:47:27 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=4327 The Anarchy heats up this week! There are beseiged castles, fierce battles and of course, double dealings! Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode four “Battlefields” of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars...

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  The Anarchy heats up this week! There are beseiged castles, fierce battles and of course, double dealings! Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode four “Battlefields” of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy.

  Pillars of the Earth Synopsis

  This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry’s family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry’s daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed.

  Episode 4 “Battlefields”

  Maud is besieged at Lincoln Castle and Robert of Gloucester can’t come to her aid for some time. William applies to have his father’s title of Earl transferred to him and discovers a mysterious knight is also a rival for the Earldom. Meanwhile, Regan arranges to have Waleran absolve William of all past and future sins in an effort to conquer William’s fear of hell. King Stephen, frightened by Jack’s appearance, orders an assassin to kill him. The battle between King Stephen and Maud sees each side’s leader being taken hostage. Philip is tortured into a confession when Waleran tells Maud that he is the man who betrayed Earl Bartholomew.

  
  
  Cast of Characters:

  • Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod
  • Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew
  • Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder
  • Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip
  • Tony Curran as King Stephen
  • Alison Pill as Princess Maude
  • Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh
  • Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh
  • David Oakes as William Hamleigh
  • Goetz Otto as Walter
  • Hayley Atwell as Aliena
  • Sam Claflin as Richard
  • Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder
  • Skye Bennett as Martha Builder
  • Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop
  • Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson
  • Natalia Wörner as Ellen
  • Anatole Taubman as Remigius

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/05/15/map-ep-16-pillars-of-the-earth-4-battlefields/feed/ 0 Aliena,David Oakes,Donald Sutherland,Earl Bartholomew,Eddie Redmayne,Ellen,Empress Matilda,Hayley Atwell,Henry I,Ian McShane,Jack Jackson,Ken Follett The Anarchy heats up this week! There are beseiged castles, fierce battles and of course, double dealings! Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode four "Battlefields" of the Starz Origina... The Anarchy heats up this week! There are beseiged castles, fierce battles and of course, double dealings! Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode four "Battlefields" of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen's reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy. Pillars of the Earth Synopsis This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry's family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry's daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed. Episode 4 "Battlefields" Maud is besieged at Lincoln Castle and Robert of Gloucester can't come to her aid for some time. William applies to have his father’s title of Earl transferred to him and discovers a mysterious knight is also a rival for the Earldom. Meanwhile, Regan arranges to have Waleran absolve William of all past and future sins in an effort to conquer William's fear of hell. King Stephen, frightened by Jack’s appearance, orders an assassin to kill him. The battle between King Stephen and Maud sees each side’s leader being taken hostage. Philip is tortured into a confession when Waleran tells Maud that he is the man who betrayed Earl Bartholomew. Cast of Characters: Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip Tony Curran as King Stephen Alison Pill as Princess Maude Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh David Oakes as William Hamleigh Goetz Otto as Walter Hayley Atwell as Aliena Sam Claflin as Richard Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder Skye Bennett as Martha Builder Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson Natalia Wörner as Ellen Anatole Taubman as Remigius You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 41:55 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/05/01/map-ep-15-pillars-of-the-earth-redemption/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/05/01/map-ep-15-pillars-of-the-earth-redemption/#comments Mon, 02 May 2011 01:32:13 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=4258 We are continuing the trip through Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode three “Redemption” of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy. Pillars...

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  We are continuing the trip through Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode three “Redemption” of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy.

  Pillars of the Earth Synopsis

  This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry’s family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry’s daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed.

  Episode 3 “Redemption”

  Aliena protests her father’s imprisonment. Prior Philip and William find themselves in a standoff over access to stone in the Shiring quarry. Waleran and Regan plot to have the cathedral moved from Kingsbridge to Shiring. Jack’s artistic talents take hold as he begins to carve a statue to honour the cathedral relic. King Stephen visits the cathedral worksite but collapses in a fit of terror. Aliena starts a fleece business to help earn money for Richard’s expenses as a knight. William is concerned that he’ll burn in hell for his many sins.

  
  
  Cast of Characters:

  • Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod
  • Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew
  • Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder
  • Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip
  • Tony Curran as King Stephen
  • Alison Pill as Princess Maude
  • Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh
  • Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh
  • David Oakes as William Hamleigh
  • Goetz Otto as Walter
  • Hayley Atwell as Aliena
  • Sam Claflin as Richard
  • Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder
  • Skye Bennett as Martha Builder
  • Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop
  • Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson
  • Natalia Wörner as Ellen
  • Anatole Taubman as Remigius

  You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode.
  

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/05/01/map-ep-15-pillars-of-the-earth-redemption/feed/ 0 Aliena,David Oakes,Donald Sutherland,Earl Bartholomew,Eddie Redmayne,Ellen,Empress Matilda,Hayley Atwell,Henry I,Ian McShane,Jack Jackson,Ken Follett We are continuing the trip through Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode three "Redemption" of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen'... We are continuing the trip through Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode three "Redemption" of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen's reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy. Pillars of the Earth Synopsis This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry's family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry's daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed. Episode 3 "Redemption" Aliena protests her father’s imprisonment. Prior Philip and William find themselves in a standoff over access to stone in the Shiring quarry. Waleran and Regan plot to have the cathedral moved from Kingsbridge to Shiring. Jack’s artistic talents take hold as he begins to carve a statue to honour the cathedral relic. King Stephen visits the cathedral worksite but collapses in a fit of terror. Aliena starts a fleece business to help earn money for Richard’s expenses as a knight. William is concerned that he'll burn in hell for his many sins. Cast of Characters: Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip Tony Curran as King Stephen Alison Pill as Princess Maude Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh David Oakes as William Hamleigh Goetz Otto as Walter Hayley Atwell as Aliena Sam Claflin as Richard Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder Skye Bennett as Martha Builder Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson Natalia Wörner as Ellen Anatole Taubman as Remigius You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 29:58 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/04/04/map-episode-14-%e2%80%93-the-pillars-of-the-earth-episode-2/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/04/04/map-episode-14-%e2%80%93-the-pillars-of-the-earth-episode-2/#comments Mon, 04 Apr 2011 07:02:24 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=4109 We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy. This epic...

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  We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy.

  This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry’s family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry’s daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed.

  Episode 2 “Master Builder”

  Tom, Ellen and the children make their way to Kingsbridge Priory and encounter Tom’s abandoned baby taken in by the monks. A fire destroys Kingsbridge church, giving Tom, son Alfred and stepson Jack the chance to build a new cathedral. Prior Philip learns the power of politics when he gets caught between Bishop Waleran and the Hamleighs’ quest for Shiring Castle. Kingsbridge is rocked by the accusation of Ellen being a witch. William and his underling, Walter, take Aliena and Richard by surprise in a brutal attack that leaves the siblings shaken. Aliena makes a promise to her father, Earl Bartholomew. Ellen makes a daring escape with the help of Prior Philip and others.

  
  
  Cast of Characters:

  • Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod
  • Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew
  • Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder
  • Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip
  • Tony Curran as King Stephen
  • Alison Pill as Princess Maude
  • Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh
  • Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh
  • David Oakes as William Hamleigh
  • Goetz Otto as Walter
  • Hayley Atwell as Aliena
  • Sam Claflin as Richard
  • Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder
  • Skye Bennett as Martha Builder
  • Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop
  • Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson
  • Natalia Wörner as Ellen
  • Anatole Taubman as Remigius

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/04/04/map-episode-14-%e2%80%93-the-pillars-of-the-earth-episode-2/feed/ 0 Aliena,David Oakes,Donald Sutherland,Earl Bartholomew,Eddie Redmayne,Ellen,Empress Matilda,Hayley Atwell,Henry I,Ian McShane,Jack Jackson,Ken Follett We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen's reign over England and the 19... We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen's reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy. This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry's family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry's daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed. Episode 2 "Master Builder" Tom, Ellen and the children make their way to Kingsbridge Priory and encounter Tom's abandoned baby taken in by the monks. A fire destroys Kingsbridge church, giving Tom, son Alfred and stepson Jack the chance to build a new cathedral. Prior Philip learns the power of politics when he gets caught between Bishop Waleran and the Hamleighs’ quest for Shiring Castle. Kingsbridge is rocked by the accusation of Ellen being a witch. William and his underling, Walter, take Aliena and Richard by surprise in a brutal attack that leaves the siblings shaken. Aliena makes a promise to her father, Earl Bartholomew. Ellen makes a daring escape with the help of Prior Philip and others. Cast of Characters: Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip Tony Curran as King Stephen Alison Pill as Princess Maude Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh David Oakes as William Hamleigh Goetz Otto as Walter Hayley Atwell as Aliena Sam Claflin as Richard Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder Skye Bennett as Martha Builder Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson Natalia Wörner as Ellen Anatole Taubman as Remigius You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 27:16 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/13/map-ep-13b-st-valentines-day-gift/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/13/map-ep-13b-st-valentines-day-gift/#comments Mon, 14 Feb 2011 06:35:53 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=3938 Love is in the air today and lovers everywhere are affirming their love for each other. When it comes to great lovers of the Middle Ages their is none better than Henry VIII. After all he had six wives!!! Here is a collection of the love letters that Henry wrote to his first mistress Anne...

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  Love is in the air today and lovers everywhere are affirming their love for each other. When it comes to great lovers of the Middle Ages their is none better than Henry VIII. After all he had six wives!!! Here is a collection of the love letters that Henry wrote to his first mistress Anne Boleyn. Can she be proud that she was the first mistress? And the first to lose her head, well I guess it was never lost, just separated from the rest of her body. But I am getting off track. There was a time when Henry was madly in love with Anne.

  My Valentine’s gift to you, the listeners, is the eBook Love Letters of Henry Eighth To Anne Boleyn. I hope you enjoy it and thanks for supporting the Medieval Archives Podcast and Website.

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/13/map-ep-13b-st-valentines-day-gift/feed/ 1 Anne Boleyn,eBook,Henry VIII,Podcast,Queen Anne Boleyn Love is in the air today and lovers everywhere are affirming their love for each other. When it comes to great lovers of the Middle Ages their is none better than Henry VIII. After all he had six wives!!! Love is in the air today and lovers everywhere are affirming their love for each other. When it comes to great lovers of the Middle Ages their is none better than Henry VIII. After all he had six wives!!! Here is a collection of the love letters that Henry wrote to his first mistress Anne Boleyn. Can she be proud that she was the first mistress? And the first to lose her head, well I guess it was never lost, just separated from the rest of her body. But I am getting off track. There was a time when Henry was madly in love with Anne. My Valentine's gift to you, the listeners, is the eBook Love Letters of Henry Eighth To Anne Boleyn. I hope you enjoy it and thanks for supporting the Medieval Archives Podcast and Website. If you need to download a PDF reader click on the 'Get Reader' Button Use the icons below to download the .pdf file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/13/map-ep-13-history-of-st-valentines-day/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/13/map-ep-13-history-of-st-valentines-day/#comments Mon, 14 Feb 2011 06:00:50 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=3919 A short history of St. Valentine’s Day. Who is the real St Valentine? Why is the day linked to love and romance? Which medieval author can we thank for transforming Valentin’s Day into a day of love and romance? Find out how it all began and how it relates to the Middle Ages in this...

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  A short history of St. Valentine’s Day. Who is the real St Valentine? Why is the day linked to love and romance? Which medieval author can we thank for transforming Valentin’s Day into a day of love and romance? Find out how it all began and how it relates to the Middle Ages in this episode of the Medieval Archives Podcast.

  Audio clips from:

  Shakespeare’s Hamlet
  and
  Sonnet 18 by David Gilmour

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/13/map-ep-13-history-of-st-valentines-day/feed/ 1 Anne of Bohemia,Assembly of Fowls,Geoffrey Chaucer,Hamlet,Love,Opehlia,Parliment of Fowls,Richard ll,Romance,Shakespeare,Valentine of Rome,Valentine of Terni A short history of St. Valentine's Day. Who is the real St Valentine? Why is the day linked to love and romance? Which medieval author can we thank for transforming Valentin's Day into a day of love and romance? A short history of St. Valentine's Day. Who is the real St Valentine? Why is the day linked to love and romance? Which medieval author can we thank for transforming Valentin's Day into a day of love and romance? Find out how it all began and how it relates to the Middle Ages in this episode of the Medieval Archives Podcast. Audio clips from: Shakespeare's Hamlet and Sonnet 18 by David Gilmour You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 13:12 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/11/map-ep-12-black-agnes/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/11/map-ep-12-black-agnes/#comments Fri, 11 Feb 2011 19:00:30 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=3868 Warfare Wednesday Agnes Randolph, Countess of Dunbar and March, also known as Black Agnes of Dunbar, was the wife of Patrick, 9th Earl of Dunbar and March. Black Agnes became renowned for her heroic defense of Dunbar Castle against an English attack by the William Montague, 1st Earl of Salisbury, which began on 13 January...

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  Agnes Randolph, Countess of Dunbar and March, also known as Black Agnes of Dunbar, was the wife of Patrick, 9th Earl of Dunbar and March. Black Agnes became renowned for her heroic defense of Dunbar Castle against an English attack by the William Montague, 1st Earl of Salisbury, which began on 13 January 1338. Lady Agnes died in 1369 of natural causes. Her husband, Patrick Dunbar died just a few months after his brave lady. She is buried in the vault near Mordington House.

  “Of Scotland’s King I haud my house,
  He pays me meat and fee,
  And I will keep my gude auld house,
  While my house will keep me.”

  -Black Agnes

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/02/11/map-ep-12-black-agnes/feed/ 1 Agnes Randolph,Black Agnes,castle,Countess of Dunbar and March,Earl of Dunbar and March,Earl of Salisbury,Mordington House,Patrick Dunbar,seige,William Montague Warfare Wednesday - Agnes Randolph, Countess of Dunbar and March, also known as Black Agnes of Dunbar, was the wife of Patrick, 9th Earl of Dunbar and March. Black Agnes became renowned for her heroic defense of Dunbar Castle against an English attac... Warfare Wednesday Agnes Randolph, Countess of Dunbar and March, also known as Black Agnes of Dunbar, was the wife of Patrick, 9th Earl of Dunbar and March. Black Agnes became renowned for her heroic defense of Dunbar Castle against an English attack by the William Montague, 1st Earl of Salisbury, which began on 13 January 1338. Lady Agnes died in 1369 of natural causes. Her husband, Patrick Dunbar died just a few months after his brave lady. She is buried in the vault near Mordington House. "Of Scotland's King I haud my house, He pays me meat and fee, And I will keep my gude auld house, While my house will keep me." -Black Agnes You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 11:01 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/01/17/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-11-the-pillars-of-the-earth-episode-1/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/01/17/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-11-the-pillars-of-the-earth-episode-1/#comments Tue, 18 Jan 2011 06:17:32 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=3624 We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy. This epic...

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  We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen’s reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy.

  This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry’s family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry’s daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed.

  Episode 1 is title ‘The Anarchy” and sets the stage for this epic series. The death of Prince William puts the line of succession in jeopardy as the only remaining heir to King Henry I is his daughter Maud. King Henry’s nephew Stephen also has ambitions for the throne and will not be stopped. Meanwhile the monk Philip and Archdeacon Waleran are in the midst of the dirty side of church politics. In the middle of it all is Tom Builder. Tom, a simple mason and family man is trying to secure work so he can provide for his family and ends up being a central figure to everyone involved.

  
  
  Cast of Characters:

  • Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod
  • Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew
  • Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder
  • Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip
  • Tony Curran as King Stephen
  • Alison Pill as Princess Maude
  • Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh
  • Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh
  • David Oakes as William Hamleigh
  • Goetz Otto as Walter
  • Hayley Atwell as Aliena
  • Sam Claflin as Richard
  • Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder
  • Skye Bennett as Martha Builder
  • Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop
  • Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson
  • Natalia Wörner as Ellen
  • Anatole Taubman as Remigius

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2011/01/17/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-11-the-pillars-of-the-earth-episode-1/feed/ 0 Aliena,David Oakes,Donald Sutherland,Earl Bartholomew,Eddie Redmayne,Ellen,Empress Matilda,Hayley Atwell,Henry I,Ian McShane,Jack Jackson,Ken Follett We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen's reign over England and the 19... We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The Pillars of the Earth tells the story of King Stephen's reign over England and the 19 year period of Anarchy. This epic tale of passion and greed begins when a mysterious secret disrupts the succession to the English crown and an unlikely member of King Henry's family takes the throne. A power struggle between Henry's daughter, Maud, and nephew, Stephen, causes England to be torn by war as battles rage for the rightful heir. Meanwhile, Bishop Waleran Bigod and the Hamleigh family manipulate the conflict to satisfy their own ruthless ambitions. Within this tumultuous setting, Prior Philip fights insurmountable obstacles to keep Kingsbridge and his dream of building a magnificent cathedral alive. The task is daunting, but master-mason Tom Builder, his gifted stepson, Jack, and noblewoman Aliena work together to achieve their dreams. And in the process, the long-hidden secret is revealed. Episode 1 is title 'The Anarchy" and sets the stage for this epic series. The death of Prince William puts the line of succession in jeopardy as the only remaining heir to King Henry I is his daughter Maud. King Henry's nephew Stephen also has ambitions for the throne and will not be stopped. Meanwhile the monk Philip and Archdeacon Waleran are in the midst of the dirty side of church politics. In the middle of it all is Tom Builder. Tom, a simple mason and family man is trying to secure work so he can provide for his family and ends up being a central figure to everyone involved. Cast of Characters: Ian McShane as Waleran Bigod Donald Sutherland as Earl Bartholomew Rufus Sewell as Tom Builder Matthew Macfadyen as Prior Philip Tony Curran as King Stephen Alison Pill as Princess Maude Sarah Parish as Regan Hamleigh Robert Bathurst as Percy Hamleigh David Oakes as William Hamleigh Goetz Otto as Walter Hayley Atwell as Aliena Sam Claflin as Richard Liam Garrigan as Alfred Builder Skye Bennett as Martha Builder Gordon Pinsent as the Archbishop Eddie Redmayne as Jack Jackson Natalia Wörner as Ellen Anatole Taubman as Remigius You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 19:34 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/11/03/mm-test/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/11/03/mm-test/#comments Wed, 03 Nov 2010 22:29:51 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=5189 This is a test MM Test is a post from: Medieval Archives

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  During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe.

  The final castle in our series is The Tower of London. William the Conqueror built the original White tower in 1078. The tower began as a royal residence and was converted to a prison around 1100. The tower was expanded numerous times throughout the 12th and 13th century to become what we see today, a massive fortress looming over the river Thames. The Tower of London is haunted by some of the most famous names in England’s history including Thomas Becket, Henry VI, the Two Princes and Queen Anne Boleyn.

  
  

  

  
  

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/31/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-10-the-tower-of-london/feed/ 5 Countess of Salisbury,Edward IV,Fortress Friday,Henry VI,Margaret Pole,Podcast,Queen Anne Boleyn,Richard III,Thames,the Two Princes,Thomas Becket,Tower of London Fortress Friday - Halloween Special During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most... Fortress Friday - Halloween Special During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The final castle in our series is The Tower of London. William the Conqueror built the original White tower in 1078. The tower began as a royal residence and was converted to a prison around 1100. The tower was expanded numerous times throughout the 12th and 13th century to become what we see today, a massive fortress looming over the river Thames. The Tower of London is haunted by some of the most famous names in England’s history including Thomas Becket, Henry VI, the Two Princes and Queen Anne Boleyn. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 13:58 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/29/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-09-chillingham-castle/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/29/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-09-chillingham-castle/#comments Sat, 30 Oct 2010 04:30:21 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=2775 Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The fifth castle in our series is Chillingham Castle. Situated on the northern border...

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  During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe.

  The fifth castle in our series is Chillingham Castle. Situated on the northern border of England. Chillingham was the staging area for King Edward I as he pushed into Scotland to suppress William Wallace and his Scottish allies. Take a listen and learn about the murderous torturer John Sage and of Lady Mary and see why this is considered one of the most haunted castles of England.

  

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/29/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-09-chillingham-castle/feed/ 0 castles,Chillingham Castle,Fortress Friday,John Sage,Lady Mary Berkely,Podcast Fortress Friday - During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Eu... Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The fifth castle in our series is Chillingham Castle. Situated on the northern border of England. Chillingham was the staging area for King Edward I as he pushed into Scotland to suppress William Wallace and his Scottish allies. Take a listen and learn about the murderous torturer John Sage and of Lady Mary and see why this is considered one of the most haunted castles of England. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 8:23 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/23/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-08-edinburgh-castle/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/23/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-08-edinburgh-castle/#comments Sat, 23 Oct 2010 06:15:20 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=2688 Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The fourth castle in our series is Edinburgh Castle. Sitting high atop castle rock...

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  During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe.

  The fourth castle in our series is Edinburgh Castle. Sitting high atop castle rock Edinburgh Castle is the main attraction in the city. Below the castle are mazes of tunnels were residents and prisoners have been lost to the ages. We will take a trip back and see what haunts this magnificent castle.

  

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  During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe.

  The third castle in our series is Dover Castle. Dover was started as an earthwork castle by William the Conqueror in 1066. It was completely remolded by Henry II starting in 1178. Today it is a popular tourist destination and home to ghost from its 1000 years of history. If you go you may see the likes of the Red Lady, Sean Flynn, Napoleonic war vets and even WWII veterans.

  

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/23/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-07-dover-castle/feed/ 0 castle,Dover Castle,Fortress Friday,ghosts,Henry II,Napoleonic War,Red Lady,Sean Flynn,William the Conqueror,World War II,WWII Fortress Friday - During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Eu... Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The third castle in our series is Dover Castle. Dover was started as an earthwork castle by William the Conqueror in 1066. It was completely remolded by Henry II starting in 1178. Today it is a popular tourist destination and home to ghost from its 1000 years of history. If you go you may see the likes of the Red Lady, Sean Flynn, Napoleonic war vets and even WWII veterans. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 7:26 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/15/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-06-malahide-castle/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/15/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-06-malahide-castle/#comments Sat, 16 Oct 2010 03:31:15 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=2584 Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The second castle in our series is Malahide Castle, located North of Dublin, Ireland....

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  Fortress Friday

  During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe.

  The second castle in our series is Malahide Castle, located North of Dublin, Ireland. Roger Talbot was given the land by King Henry II and began building the Castle in 1185. Malahide Castle is home to no fewer than five spirits: Lord Galtrim, Lady Maud Plunkett, Lord Chief Justice, Miles Corbett and Puck.

  

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/15/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-06-malahide-castle/feed/ 0 Dublin,Fortress Friday,Ireland,King Henry II,Lady Maud Plunkett,Lord Chief Justice,Lord Galtrim,Malahide Castle,Miles Corbett,Podcast,Puck,Roger Talbot Fortress Friday - During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Eu... Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The second castle in our series is Malahide Castle, located North of Dublin, Ireland. Roger Talbot was given the land by King Henry II and began building the Castle in 1185. Malahide Castle is home to no fewer than five spirits: Lord Galtrim, Lady Maud Plunkett, Lord Chief Justice, Miles Corbett and Puck. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 6:17 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/15/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-05-dragsholm-castle/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/15/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-05-dragsholm-castle/#comments Fri, 15 Oct 2010 07:02:56 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=2577 Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The first castle in our series is Dragsholm Castle. It is arguably one of...

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  Fortress Friday

  During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe.

  The first castle in our series is Dragsholm Castle. It is arguably one of the most haunted in all of Europe. Located in Denmark it is now a luxurious hotel. Listen in for the tales of the Grey Lady, the Earl of Bothwell and the White Lady.

  

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/15/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-05-dragsholm-castle/feed/ 0 Denmark,Dragsholm Castle,Earl of Bothwell,Europe,Fortress Friday,ghost,Grey Lady,Podcast,skeleton,White Lady Fortress Friday - During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Eu... Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurrences. In a 6-part series we will look at some of the most haunted Castles in Europe. The first castle in our series is Dragsholm Castle. It is arguably one of the most haunted in all of Europe. Located in Denmark it is now a luxurious hotel. Listen in for the tales of the Grey Lady, the Earl of Bothwell and the White Lady. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 7:06 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/11/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-04-the-anarchy/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/11/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-04-the-anarchy/#comments Tue, 12 Oct 2010 04:30:36 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=2506 In this episode of the Medieval Archives Podcast we discuss “The Anarchy” a nineteen year period of civil war and chaos. The death of King Henry I set off a chain reaction of events that set England on a path of destruction. The Scots in the North, the Welsh in the West and the English...

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  In this episode of the Medieval Archives Podcast we discuss “The Anarchy” a nineteen year period of civil war and chaos. The death of King Henry I set off a chain reaction of events that set England on a path of destruction. The Scots in the North, the Welsh in the West and the English nobleman all struggled to gain back or acquire land and wealth. Stephen of Blois becomes King Stephen and is a weak and indecisive leader. Empress Matilda is staging attacks from Normandy as the rightful heir to the throne. Will England survive two decades of civil war and infighting? Will King Stephen learn to rule with a strong hand and a decisive nature? Will Empress Matilda gain her rightful place as the Queen of England? You will find out all of this and more in Episode Four of the Medieval Archives Podcast.

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  Items discussed:

  • King Stephen
  • Empress Matilda
  • Battle of Standard
  • Battle of Lincoln
  • First Treaty of Durham
  • Treaty of Wallingford

  Historical Fiction Books:

  • Cecelia Holland: The Earl
  • Elizabeth Chadwick: A Place Beyond Courage
  • Ken Follett: The Pillars of the Earth

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/10/11/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-04-the-anarchy/feed/ 3 Anglo-Saoxn Chronicles,Battle of Lincoln,Battle of Wallingford,Elizabeth Chadwick,Empress Matilda,England,First Treaty of Durham,France,Ken Follett,King David I,King Gruffydd I,King Henry I In this episode of the Medieval Archives Podcast we discuss "The Anarchy" a nineteen year period of civil war and chaos. The death of King Henry I set off a chain reaction of events that set England on a path of destruction. The Scots in the North, In this episode of the Medieval Archives Podcast we discuss "The Anarchy" a nineteen year period of civil war and chaos. The death of King Henry I set off a chain reaction of events that set England on a path of destruction. The Scots in the North, the Welsh in the West and the English nobleman all struggled to gain back or acquire land and wealth. Stephen of Blois becomes King Stephen and is a weak and indecisive leader. Empress Matilda is staging attacks from Normandy as the rightful heir to the throne. Will England survive two decades of civil war and infighting? Will King Stephen learn to rule with a strong hand and a decisive nature? Will Empress Matilda gain her rightful place as the Queen of England? You will find out all of this and more in Episode Four of the Medieval Archives Podcast. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. Items discussed: King Stephen Empress Matilda Battle of Standard Battle of Lincoln First Treaty of Durham Treaty of Wallingford Historical Fiction Books: Cecelia Holland: The Earl Elizabeth Chadwick: A Place Beyond Courage Ken Follett: The Pillars of the Earth The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 31:18 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/09/08/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-03-eustace-the-monk/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/09/08/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-03-eustace-the-monk/#comments Thu, 09 Sep 2010 04:06:08 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=1776 In this episode of the Medieval Archives we discuss Eustace the Monk, the most feared pirate of the 13th Century. Eustace the Monk left the monastery and became an outlaw, a magician and a pirate. We discuss his early life, why he left the monastery and how he turned to piracy. We also look at...

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  In this episode of the Medieval Archives we discuss Eustace the Monk, the most feared pirate of the 13th Century. Eustace the Monk left the monastery and became an outlaw, a magician and a pirate. We discuss his early life, why he left the monastery and how he turned to piracy. We also look at his role in the First Baron’s War and his death.

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  Items discussed:

  • Magna Carta
  • Battle of Dover
  • Battle of Sandwich
  • Henry Cannon “Eustace the Monk and the Battle of Sandwich”
  • Glyn Burgess: Two medieval Outlaws: Eustace the Monk and Fouke Fitz Waryn

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/09/08/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-03-eustace-the-monk/feed/ 0 Battle of Dover,Battle of Sandwich,Eustace the Monk,Magna Carta,monastery,Pirate,Robin In this episode of the Medieval Archives we discuss Eustace the Monk, the most feared pirate of the 13th Century. Eustace the Monk left the monastery and became an outlaw, a magician and a pirate. We discuss his early life, In this episode of the Medieval Archives we discuss Eustace the Monk, the most feared pirate of the 13th Century. Eustace the Monk left the monastery and became an outlaw, a magician and a pirate. We discuss his early life, why he left the monastery and how he turned to piracy. We also look at his role in the First Baron’s War and his death. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. Items discussed: Magna Carta Battle of Dover Battle of Sandwich Henry Cannon “Eustace the Monk and the Battle of Sandwich” Glyn Burgess: Two medieval Outlaws: Eustace the Monk and Fouke Fitz Waryn The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 18:36 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/08/05/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-02-the-black-prince/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/08/05/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-02-the-black-prince/#comments Thu, 05 Aug 2010 19:39:59 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=1042 In this episode of the Medieval Archives podcast we discuss Edward of Woodstock. Prince Edward, ‘The Black Prince” was the oldest son of King Edward III. He proved to be an exceptional military leader during the Hundred Years War. We discuss his personal life, his outstanding military career and the major campaigns he fought. We...

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  In this episode of the Medieval Archives podcast we discuss Edward of Woodstock. Prince Edward, ‘The Black Prince” was the oldest son of King Edward III. He proved to be an exceptional military leader during the Hundred Years War. We discuss his personal life, his outstanding military career and the major campaigns he fought. We will also look at his influence in popular culture since his death.

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  Items discussed:

  Military Campaigns:

  • Battle of Crecy – 1346
  • Battle of Poitiers – 1356
  • Battle of Najera – 1367

  Pop Culture

  Plays:
  • Shakespeare; Henry V
  • George Bernard Shaw; St. Joan
  • Roger Boyle; The Black Prince

  Books:

  • Sir Arthur Conan Doyle; The White Company and Sir Nigel
  • Karen Harper; The First Princess of Wales
  • Gordon Dickson; The Dragon Knight and The Dragon and the Fair Maiden of Kent
  • Ken Follett; World Without End
  • Bernard Cornwell; The Archer’s Tale

  Movies:

  • Dark Avengers – 1955
  • A Knight’s Tale – 2001

  Games:

  • BladeStrom: The Hundreds Years War
  • Empire Earth
  • Medieval: Total War
  • Age of Empires II

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/08/05/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-02-the-black-prince/feed/ 4 Battle of Crecy,Battle of Najera,Battle of Poitiers,Black Prince,Hundred Years War,King Edward III,King John II,King Philip VI,Prince Edward In this episode of the Medieval Archives podcast we discuss Edward of Woodstock. Prince Edward, 'The Black Prince" was the oldest son of King Edward III. He proved to be an exceptional military leader during the Hundred Years War. In this episode of the Medieval Archives podcast we discuss Edward of Woodstock. Prince Edward, 'The Black Prince" was the oldest son of King Edward III. He proved to be an exceptional military leader during the Hundred Years War. We discuss his personal life, his outstanding military career and the major campaigns he fought. We will also look at his influence in popular culture since his death. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. Items discussed: Military Campaigns: Battle of Crecy - 1346 Battle of Poitiers - 1356 Battle of Najera - 1367 Pop Culture Plays: Shakespeare; Henry V George Bernard Shaw; St. Joan Roger Boyle; The Black Prince Books: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle; The White Company and Sir Nigel Karen Harper; The First Princess of Wales Gordon Dickson; The Dragon Knight and The Dragon and the Fair Maiden of Kent Ken Follett; World Without End Bernard Cornwell; The Archer's Tale Movies: Dark Avengers - 1955 A Knight's Tale - 2001 Games: BladeStrom: The Hundreds Years War Empire Earth Medieval: Total War Age of Empires II The music was provided by Tim Rayburn. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 21:14 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/07/03/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-01-thomas-becket/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/07/03/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-01-thomas-becket/#comments Sat, 03 Jul 2010 06:25:05 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=418 In the first episode of the Medieval Archives podcast we discuss Thomas Becket. We discuss his early life, his rise to power as the Lord Chancellor of England and ultimately his role as the Archbishop of Canterbury. We talk about his friendship and loyalty to King Henry II and his loyalty to the Church and...

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  In the first episode of the Medieval Archives podcast we discuss Thomas Becket. We discuss his early life, his rise to power as the Lord Chancellor of England and ultimately his role as the Archbishop of Canterbury. We talk about his friendship and loyalty to King Henry II and his loyalty to the Church and Pope. We also look at his influence after his death.

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  Items discussed:

  • Edward Grimm biography (out of Print)
  • T.S. Elliott Murder in the Cathedral
  • Ken Follett The Pillars of the Earth
  • Pillars of the Earth mini-series
  • Becket 1964 movie
  • 2006 ‘Worst Briton’ BBC Poll

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  ]]> http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/07/03/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-01-thomas-becket/feed/ 2 Archbishop of Canterbury,assassination,Henry II,Podcast,Thomas Becket In the first episode of the Medieval Archives podcast we discuss Thomas Becket. We discuss his early life, his rise to power as the Lord Chancellor of England and ultimately his role as the Archbishop of Canterbury. In the first episode of the Medieval Archives podcast we discuss Thomas Becket. We discuss his early life, his rise to power as the Lord Chancellor of England and ultimately his role as the Archbishop of Canterbury. We talk about his friendship and loyalty to King Henry II and his loyalty to the Church and Pope. We also look at his influence after his death. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss a single episode. Items discussed: Edward Grimm biography (out of Print) T.S. Elliott Murder in the Cathedral Ken Follett The Pillars of the Earth Pillars of the Earth mini-series Becket 1964 movie 2006 'Worst Briton' BBC Poll The music was provided by Tim Rayburn and Ensemble Sreteniye. It is available at Magnatune.com Use the icons below to download the .mp3 audio file, subscribe directly to iTunes or subscribe to the RSS feed. Medieval Archives clean 33:34 http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/06/06/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-00-introduction/ http://www.medievalarchives.com/2010/06/06/medieval-archives-podcast-episode-00-introduction/#comments Mon, 07 Jun 2010 02:15:39 +0000 Archivist http://www.medievalarchives.com/?p=140 The intro podcast is available. There will not be any show notes for this episode as it is pretty straight forward. You can listen to the episode below. Or download the MP3 and listen to it on your favorite MP3 player. Subscribe to the feed so you do not miss an episode. Medieval Archives is...

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