

Tales for Wales: A Welsh History Podcast
Jack & Franks
Tales for Wales is an inaccurate Welsh history lesson brought to you by two boozy mates. New episodes every Sunday.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Jul 30, 2025 • 6min
Throwback Thursday: Man vs Horse
Come all ye faithful for another chapter in the history of this dear podcast. Today the selection we present you with is a glimpse into your hosts school days and the nicknames that formed them and their peers. As always listen to the full episode here if you do fancy learning about the epic struggle of man vs beast.

Jul 26, 2025 • 1h 9min
134. Welsh Mythology: Math fab Mathonwy with Luke Clement
Join us once more as we flip through the pages of Welsh myth and pluck out a story from older, more mystical times, where pigs were from hell and any girl could make a living as a footstool.Check out Luke's band here Hit play and listen to our honourable guest become a modern day bard, delighting us with stories and music while your usual hosts jeer and guffaw like fools.Patreon is still half price my lovelies, don't miss out on all those extra juicy morsels.

Jul 23, 2025 • 10min
Throwback Thursday: The Rebecca Riots - Terfysgoedd Beca
We're back once more and you've guessed right, we're talking about Costco and Welsh adult films. What else would you expect?If you did ACTUALLY want to learn about the Rebecca Riots (and we recommend you do) then listen to the full eppy here.

Jul 19, 2025 • 34min
133. Clwb Ffilm Cymraeg/Welsh Film Club: Resistance (2011)
They said it could never be done, that we were mad to try. Well its high time some men in their thirties finally started talking about motion pictures and that's exactly what we're going to do.Hit play and listen to us make a delicious film pie with a tasty historic filling.Patreon is still half price so get around it you scallies.

Jul 16, 2025 • 3min
Throwback Thursday: Vikings in Wales
It's Thursday, it's a throwback. You know the drill. This week it's Vikings and how they fared in the green pastures of Wales back in the day. Don't worry though, the clip is just us doing Werner Herzog impressions. Full episode here if you fancy it little cherubs.

Jul 12, 2025 • 36min
132. Y Fad Felen - The Yellow Plague
Croeso nôl dear listeners, we hope you've washed your hands and got your masks handy because today we're talking of a sickly pestilence that once brought Wales and the world to its knees with a splash of yellow.Speaking of being sick, we must be sick in the head to be offering these ultra low prices on our patreon! Take advantage while you can.

Jul 9, 2025 • 6min
Throwback Thursday: The Drowning of Tryweryn
this week is a throwback to something very close to the hearts of the Cymry and because it's pretty serious we've naturally picked a clip of us talking total shite about something unrelated. Enjoy. If you do fancy boiling your own blood a little you can listen to how the UK government shafted a Welsh town in the full eppy here.

Jul 5, 2025 • 42min
131. Dinefwr Castle
Discover the charm of Welsh castles while diving into the playful banter about university days and online trolling. Hear humorous reflections on vanity and the archetype of a Welsh vicar, along with whimsical nicknames from the community. The discussion takes an intriguing turn with a fictional product, blending comedy and serious themes of Welsh independence. Finally, explore the rich history and architectural significance of Dinefwr Castle—a pivotal site in Welsh history set against a picturesque backdrop.

Jul 3, 2025 • 4min
Throwback Thursday: William Price
Today we're looking back on an episode about a modern-ish day druid who by all accounts was a bit loopy but did give the gift of cremation. In true fashion we honour him in this clip by mocking right wing talking heads and fretting about tech issues. If you did want to hear more about the High Priest of the Sun Grown Old you can listen here,

Jun 28, 2025 • 36min
130. Caerleon and the Silures
Strap in again our beloved listeners for a jaunt back to the Iron Age to rub shoulders with Celtic Welsh of old and those pig dog Roman invaders. Hit play and listen to us discuss this fascinating bit of history, with a sprinkling of beer reviews, 90's advertising and Holly Valance. Our Patreon sale is still going on so sign up now for extra content for less than the price of a pint.