Episode 110: Dyed In the Wool

Explore the importance of wool and cloth industries in Medieval England, including the evolution of clothing styles and the influence of wool on the English language. Discover the historical significance of the term 'hayward' and its connection to surnames and nursery rhymes. Delve into the tax on wool exports and the process of wool production. Learn about the origin of the phrase 'dyed in the wool' and its connection to the profession of wool-spinning. Understand the impact of the wool tax on the growth of the English cloth industry.