Episode 46: Cadwallon Hero or Villain

At the height of Wale's economic power King Coal ran much of the Welsh valleys. But that success came at a price and we are going to talk about the negligence that led to the Senghenydd mining disaster. Follow us on social media: Instagram, Bluesky: @Welshhistorypod Facebook: htt ...  Show more

Claudius may have accepted all the surrenders and made his way back to Rome but there was still a lot of work to do. And it was just the beginning. Follow us on social media: Instagram, X and Bluesky: @Welshhistorypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/welshhistorypodcast Please ...  Show more

Description: Could militaries separated by ten centuries compete on a battlefield? In this alternative history experiment two armies that successfully invaded Britain a millennium apart are matched. Which side would you bet on? Show Notes: 1. The Landmark Julius Caesar: The Compl ...  Show more

Greg Jenner is joined by comedian Elis James and historian Dr Kathryn Hurlock to explore the life and political career of medieval Welsh rebel Owain Glyndŵr, the last Welsh-born Prince of Wales, who led an uprising against English rule. It’s an extraordinary tale of war, vengeanc ...  Show more

Was King Arthur a real historical figure or merely a mythical hero?

Tristan Hughes and Dr. Miles Russell delve into the myth and mystery of King Arthur, exploring the historical figures who may have inspired this legendary character, including Magnus Maximus, Emperor ...

Edward announces the new King of Scotland, revealing his master plan to take over the country himself. Scotland is outraged, and refuses to go down without a fight. While Edward is distracted squashing rebellions, an old enemy sees their chance, and decides to give the Plantagene ...  Show more