Welsh History On Tap

17 - Scoundrels, Cads & Vagabonds (with Graham Loveluck-Edwards)

In this episode we take a look at some of the more undesirable characters from Wales with Historian Graham Loveluck-Edwards. From Pirates and Highway Men to Murderous Innkeepers and blood thirsty Kings, we've had them all! Grahams new book 'Scoundrels Cads & Vagabonds From Welsh History' is out now. Find us on Instagram : @welshhistoryontap

16 - Wales and the Spanish Civil War

In this episode, we discuss the fascinating (but often over looked) role that Wales played in the Spanish Civil. Joined again by our regular guest Jonny, we take a look at some of the remarkble Welsh heroes who fought, and died, standing up to fascism both at home and in Spain.

15 - Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau

After our summer hiatus, we are back! In this episode we discuss the meaning and history behind the defacto Welsh national anthem, Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau (Land of my fathers). Stay tuned until the outro to listen to Madge Breese's 1899 gramophone recording of the song, alledgedly the first ever to be recorded in Welsh.

14 - From Dyfed to Dublin

In this episode we take a look at some of the shared history and culture between Wales and our celtic cousins across the Irish Sea. We were joined by Jonny to discuss this relationship from the early medieval period up to the role that Wales played in the founding of the Irish Free State and ask what can a modern Wales learn from Ireland? Find us on Instagram : WelshHistoryOnTap

13 - Historic Pubs of Wales with Graham Loveluck-Edwards

In this episode we sit down with historian, author, and broadcaster Graham Loveluck-Edwards to explore the fascinating history behind Wales' most historic pubs. From centuries old Inns with ghostly legends to pubs that played key roles in Welsh rebellions, Graham shares the stories, myths, and hidden gems that make these pubs more than just a place to grab a pint. We also answer the age old question, which is the oldest pub in Wales? Graham's book 'Historic Pubs of Wales' and other works can be ordered from his website grahamloveluckedwards.com [applewebdata://775F4A4A-6E87-42EE-8533-089D90631C76/www.grahamloveluckedwards.com]. Information about his series of guided history walks in glamorgan can be found at glamwalks.co.uk [applewebdata://775F4A4A-6E87-42EE-8533-089D90631C76/www.glamwalks.co.uk]. He is also on youtube @GrahamLoveluck [http://www.youtube.com/@GrahamLoveluck]