Episode 46: Cadwallon Hero or Villain

On a warm Saturday afternoon in August 1911, in a tinplate town in Carmarthenshire, a nervous magistrate mumbled the words of the Riot Act to a crowd that could barely hear him, a major of the Worcestershire Regiment gave an order, and soldiers of the British Army fired live roun ...  Show more

With the arrival of the Romans comes the establishment of a new trade centre and importantly the flood of the symbols of their version of civilization changing the makeup of south eastern Britain. Follow us on social media:Instagram, Bluesky: @Welshhistorypod Facebook: https://ww ...  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 ...