Podcast Episodes

The Medieval Moon

Episode 452

When medieval people gazed at the moon, they saw more than just a glowing orb in the night sky.  For them, the moon was a powerful yet fragile presence—both distant and intimate, symbolising not only…

Published on 1 month ago

King Edward I: Hammer of the Scots

Episode 451

From his early years marked by an assassination attempt on his father that coincided with Edward's conception, to his brutal campaigns against the Welsh and Scots, Edward I's reign is completely thri…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

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 medieval people who went to the Holy Land, especial…

Published on 1 month, 1 week 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-telling; Matt Lewis brings to life one of the piv…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks 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 even everyday neighbours used blunt, often hilari…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks 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 correspondences reveal intimate details of love, ambition, and …

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks 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 iconic medieval folk hero with Dr. Marc Lerner. Th…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks 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 century, focusing on England's tumultuous history. From…

Published on 1 month, 4 weeks 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 their masculinity?

From clear skin and youthful appeara…

Published on 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 the Battle and the real history behind Edward III'…

Published on 2 months ago