King John: life of the week

Nicholas Vincent, a Professor of Medieval History at the University of East Anglia and an expert on King John, dives deep into the controversial legacy of one of England’s most infamous monarchs. He questions if King John truly deserves his notorious reputation or if history has been overly harsh. The discussion covers John’s military failures, strained family ties, and the turbulent political landscape of his reign. Vincent also unveils intriguing theories surrounding John's mysterious death and reflects on the impact of the Magna Carta.