570. Hannibal: The Invasion of Italy (Part 3)

570. Hannibal: The Invasion of Italy (Part 3)

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635. Joan of Arc: For Fear of the Flames (Part 4)

What were the harsh conditions of Joan of Arc’s imprisonment, at the hands of her English captors? How did Joan’s trial unfold, and with what was she charged? And, would Joan confess at the last moment in order to save her own life…? Join Tom and Dominic as they discuss the terri ...  Show more

634. Joan of Arc: Heroine in Chains (Part 3)

How was Charles VII, with the help of Joan of Arc, able to fight his way to Reims to be crowned in the ancient seat of French kings? Why was she able to continually defeat the formidable soldiers of England, in battle? And, how was Joan’s legendary ascent finally brought shatteri ...  Show more

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