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Death and Taxes

Season 9 Episode 446

When we left off, things were looking pretty bad for William and William’s hope of a legacy. Maine was once again in rebellion against Normandy. But …

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Feeding Frenzy

Season 9 Episode 445

Matilda was dead and now things were coming apart at the seams.

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Holy Beef

Season 9 Episode 444

Based on the e-mails I have been getting, some of you are having a hard time understanding why on god’s green earth did Odo think he could just trot …

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We're Bigger Than Jesus

Season 9 Episode 443

In this episode we delve into the tumultuous reign of King Gruffydd ap Cynan of Gwynedd and the political intricacies of William’s relationship with …

2 years, 6 months ago

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Mynydd Carn

Season 9 Episode 442

Norman interventionism into their neighbors was only just beginning… and the events at Mynydd Carn gave them just the excuse they needed.

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God Bothering

Season 9 Episode 441

Tensions rise as rebellion and violence sweep through Northumbria. As news of the uprising reaches the south, King William, though initially absent, …

2 years, 7 months ago

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This is Fine

Season 9 Episode 440

King Malcolm and the Scots have been raiding the northern reaches of England, leaving the Northumbrians to deal with the aftermath. Meanwhile, Willia…

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Juggling Responsibilities

Season 9 Episode 439

William, the Duke of Normandy and King of England, has been humiliated by his son Robert. Despite years of mocking and disrespect from William, Rober…

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Robert's Rebellion

Season 9 Episode 438

In a fit of rebellion, Robert, the eldest son of William the Conqueror, marches out on his own, defying his father and seeking adventure. However, re…

2 years, 8 months ago

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Everyone's Pissed

Season 9 Episode 437

Crown Prince Robert and his knights had been humiliated by Rufus and Henry and the royal hall erupts into chaos. This unprecedented public disgrace c…

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