Gone Medieval

In early 15th century, the execution of Jan Hus — a fiery preacher who dared to challenge the might of the Catholic Church in Bohemia — ignited a rebellion that shook medieval Europe to its core. The Hussite Wars were not just a fight for religious reform; they were an explosion of new ideas, military innovation and national identity that would echo across centuries. Dr. Eleanor Janega recounts this tale of heresy, revolution and a relentless quest for justice. From the thunderous defenestration of Prague’s city council to the ingenious war wagons of Jan Žižka, discover how a movement of peasants, preachers and visionaries defied crusades, toppled kings, and carved out the world’s first Protestant state. MORE Anne of Bohemia https://open.spotify.com/episode/19zx9ph2V4RtGOxnI50POx [https://open.spotify.com/episode/19zx9ph2V4RtGOxnI50POx] The Czech Braveheart: Jan Žižka - Gone Medieval https://open.spotify.com/episode/59wq9imDllVuDj97YoPCxl [https://open.spotify.com/episode/59wq9imDllVuDj97YoPCxl] Gone Medieval is presented by Dr. Eleanor Janega. It was edited by Amy Haddow, the producer is Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff. All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe [https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe].  You can take part in our listener survey here [https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/6FFT7MK]: https://uk.surveymonkey.com/r/6FFT7MK [https://uk.surveymonkey.com/r/6FFT7MK]

Inside Edward IV's Last Will: Secrets, Stories, and Medieval Mysteries Journey back to 1475, a time when Edward, undefeated on the battlefields of the Wars of the Roses, prepared for a grand invasion of France, including writing his Will. Matt Lewis is joined by Dr. Euan C. Roger from the National Archives and discovers the untold stories behind Edward's preparations, including the mysterious fate of his will, the detailed provisions for St. George's Chapel at Windsor and the efforts to secure the future of the Yorkist dynasty. They discuss the relics, tomb designs, and extraordinary lengths Edward went to ensure his legacy, and explore the dramatic last moments at his deathbed, surrounded not by family, but by courtiers with their own agendas. MORE The Wars of the Roses: Origins https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DHhrD90zRN0IppdA29QXk [https://open.spotify.com/episode/3DHhrD90zRN0IppdA29QXk] The Wars of the Roses: Dynastic War https://open.spotify.com/episode/49FZ4NiUW5XNi1RSh7rkH7 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/49FZ4NiUW5XNi1RSh7rkH7] Gone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis. It was edited by Amy Haddow, the producer is Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff. All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe [https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe].  You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on [https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on]

Dr. Eleanor Janega and author Stella Duffy dive into the extraordinary life and legacy of Empress Theodora. A woman who rose from the lowest ranks of society as a prostitute at the Hippodrome to capture the heard of an emperor to become the most powerful woman in the Byzantine Empire. A strident feminist, she fought for women's rights bringing in laws to stop sex trafficking and punish rape, Theodora was a game changer of the highest order who was venerated a as a saint by the Eastern Orthodox Church. MORE The Rise of Constantinople https://open.spotify.com/episode/0xDnUgTBWpztIx2NCDrFPt [https://open.spotify.com/episode/0xDnUgTBWpztIx2NCDrFPt] Justinian: the Greatest Byzantine Emperor? https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rCisdx9LPzINtcXPa1pRg [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rCisdx9LPzINtcXPa1pRg] Gone Medieval is presented by Dr. Eleanor Janega. It was edited by Tim Arstall, the producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff. All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe [https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe].  You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on [https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on] Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe [https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe].  You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on [https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on]

Dr. Eleanor Janega and Matt Lewis embark on a rollicking journey through the High Middle Ages, unearthing the epic power struggles between popes and kings, and getting to know standout figures like the audacious Frederick II. They discuss how game-changing innovations like the heavy plough and crop rotation systems transformed medieval farming and sparked a social revolution, exploring the intellectual boom of the 12th-century Renaissance, the relentless Norman conquests, and the majestic Mongol Empire. It's a period packed with fascinating advancements and larger-than-life characters. MORE Emperor Frederick II: Scourge of the Papacy https://open.spotify.com/episode/0f2RDfAxdDuaQFCvrDJ1HB [https://open.spotify.com/episode/0f2RDfAxdDuaQFCvrDJ1HB] Gengis Khan's Pax Mongolica https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KtWTM2HM99H29Aotldkc9 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KtWTM2HM99H29Aotldkc9] Gone Medieval is presented by Matt Lewis and Dr. Eleanor Janega. Audio editor is Joseph Knight, the senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff. All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe [https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe].  You can take part in our listener survey here [https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on]: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on [https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on]

How did Frederick Barbarossa reshape medieval Europe into the romantic legends that endure today? Dr. Eleanor Janega finds out with help from Professor Graham Loud. They explore Barbarossa's dramatic reign, his conflicts with the Lombard League and the Italian city-states, as well as his pivotal role in two Crusades. Hear about the extraordinary lengths Barbarossa went to secure safe passage for his army, his clash with the Byzantine Empire, and his fateful end during the Third Crusade. MORE Holy Roman Empire https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eqNlsXu44G54sFUS68C13 [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4eqNlsXu44G54sFUS68C13] Teutonic Knights https://open.spotify.com/episode/0gUpGPLW74wnhDm7MI5h6V [https://open.spotify.com/episode/0gUpGPLW74wnhDm7MI5h6V] Gone Medieval is presented by Dr. Eleanor Janega. It was edited by Amy Haddow, the producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff. All music used is courtesy of Epidemic Sounds. Gone Medieval is a History Hit podcast. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe [https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe].  You can take part in our listener survey here [https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/6FFT7MK]: https://uk.surveymonkey.com/r/6FFT7MK [https://uk.surveymonkey.com/r/6FFT7MK]