Joanna Story
Professor of Early Medieval History at the University of Leicester, specializing in the intellectual and cultural history of the early Middle Ages.
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Mar 31, 2024 • 43min
Anglo-Saxon kingdoms: everything you wanted to know
Joanna Story, Medieval history expert, shares insights on Anglo-Saxon kingdoms including the term's origins, royal governance, Christianity's impact, and societal evolution. Topics cover the unification of Anglo-Saxon England, settlement complexities, advancements in DNA analysis, religious transition, economic evolution, and legal transformation.
Jan 30, 2020 • 56min
Alcuin
Joanna Story, a Professor of Early Medieval History, Andy Orchard, an expert in Anglo-Saxon literature, and Mary Garrison, a history lecturer, delve into the life of Alcuin of York. They discuss his pivotal role in the Carolingian Renaissance and his advocacy for broad liberal education. The conversation touches on his preservation of classical texts amidst the Viking invasions, the significance of his extensive correspondence, and the impact of his poetic legacy. They also contrast his educational philosophy with that of Bede, showcasing the evolution of learning in this transformative era.
