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Women of the Crusades
Episode 450
The image we usually associate with a Crusader - of a dashing nobleman on a mighty steed heading out for Holy War - often obscures all of the other m…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Battle of Bosworth
Episode 449
A King clinging to his right to rule. A young Tudor ready to snatch the crown and begin a new dynasty.
With immersive sound design and cinematic story…
1 year, 1 month ago
Medieval Obscenity
Episode 448
This episode contains obscene and sexual language throughout
The medieval world was far from prudish, it was positively bawdy. Writers, preachers, and…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Paston Letters with Helen Castor
Episode 447
Matt Lewis and Helen Castor uncover the romantic entanglements and perilous struggles of the 15th-century Paston family, whose personal correspondenc…
1 year, 2 months ago
Legend of William Tell
Episode 446
What happened when tyranny came face to face with an imperturbable crossbow sharp-shooter?
Dr. Eleanor Janega explores the myth of Switzerland’s most …
1 year, 2 months ago
How to Survive the 15th Century
Episode 445
As a summertime treat, Dr. Eleanor Janega is let out of the Gone Medieval dungeon to join Matt Lewis to delve into the complexities of the 15th centu…
1 year, 2 months ago
Medieval Beauty Standards with Kate Lister
Episode 444
How did the 14th-century Black Death influenced fashion trends? And were medieval bald men considered 'hot' because their hair burned off due to thei…
1 year, 2 months ago
Battle of Winchelsea with Dan Jones
Episode 443
Matt Lewis explores Edward III's daring naval gamble at the Battle of Winchelsea in 1350 with Dan Jones.
Together they unravel the dramatic events of …
1 year, 2 months ago
Dragons: From Eden to Middle Earth
Episode 442
Step into a torch-lit world where dragons weren’t just monsters—they were symbols of power, chaos, faith and fear. Dr. Eleanor Janega explores the fi…
1 year, 2 months ago
Medieval England's Top 5 Sites
Episode 441
Here on Gone Medieval we love to share the historical nuggets you won't commonly find.
We are the insider's guide to Medieval times. and today Matt Le…
1 year, 2 months ago