120 – Penda and Oswiu: The Winwaed

The podcast explores the appointment of a new Archbishop of Canterbury and the growing influence of Christianity. It also discusses the waning power of the Archbishopric and the rise of Irish Christianity. Additionally, it highlights the political tensions and potential dynastic conflict in the Kingdom of Kent. The characteristics and actions of Anglo-Saxon kings, Osweu and Penda, are explored, along with the interpretations of Penda's march and the battle tactics.