The Other Half: The History of Women Through the Ages
James Boulton
Women make up half of the world's population, and yet history books often consign them to the sidelines. They are dismissed as merely the wives of powerful men; babymakers and nothing more. Yet women have been the driving force behind history for millennia, from female Pharoahs, warrior princesses and pirates, to the revolutionaries who sought to topple the male-dominated political systems of their day. From host of the popular 'Queens of England Podcast', The Other Half tells the forgotten and ignored stories of the most powerful and influential women in history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 22, 2020 • 41min
3.08 Joan of Arc (1) The Maid of Orléans
Joan of Arc or Jeanne la Pucelle is the prototypical folk heroine - she is the gold standard on which they are all judged. Today we see how a teenage peasant girl persuaded a prince to let her lead his armies against the old enemy.Support the show on PatreonDownload the Lyceum app and join the conversation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 8, 2020 • 38min
3.07 Tamar of Georgia (2) The Lioness of the Caucasus
With her position at home secure, it was time for Tamar to make her mark on history, both on the battlefield and in building her cultural legacyListen to Mily Balakirev's Tamara, played by the Montreal Symphony OrchestraSupport the show on PatreonDownload the Lyceum app and join the conversation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 18, 2020 • 29min
3.06 Tamar of Georgia (1) King of Kings, Queen of Queens
In twelfth century Georgia, a woman comes to the throne. Her people had never had a queen before, and the nation was surrounded by enemies. Tamar would have her work cut out to survive.Support the show on PatreonDownload the Lyceum app and join the conversation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 4, 2020 • 47min
3.05 Hua Mulan: As useful as a son
China has a cultural history rich in myth and legend - and none has shone quite so brightly both within and outside China than Mulan.Support the show on PatreonDownload the Lyceum app and join the conversation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 13, 2020 • 43min
3.04 Trung Truc: Here come the drums
Across the Red River Delta came the pounding of drums. The clans of Ancient Vietnam were being called to war - and the clamour came from two sisters, the eldest of which would fight a great empire in the cause of Vietnamese freedom.Support the show on PatreonDownload the Lyceum app and join the conversation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 30, 2020 • 42min
3.03 Boudica (2) A woman of many faces
Explore the fierce legacy of Boudica, the Celtic warrior queen who fought against Roman oppression. Her powerful speeches invoke themes of female strength and revenge, contrasting sharply with Roman ideals. Discover how Boudica's image evolved over centuries, being embraced by figures from Elizabeth I to modern feminists. Learn about her transformation into a symbol of freedom and anti-establishment movements, and how her story has been reinterpreted in popular culture, reflecting the complex nature of her legacy.
Aug 16, 2020 • 37min
3.02 Boudica (1) Warrior Woman of the Iceni
Explore the fierce legacy of Boudica, the warrior queen who challenged Roman rule. Delve into the contrasting gender norms of Roman and Celtic societies, revealing how Celtic women held more powerful roles. Learn about the turmoil following the death of Boudica's husband, leading to humiliation and outrage that sparked widespread rebellion. Discover the dramatic battles and strategic decisions of both Boudica and Roman governor Paulinus, as the fate of Britannia hung in the balance.
Aug 9, 2020 • 12min
3.01 Folk Heroines: The Women who Built Nations
Welcome to this third season of the Other Half! In this episode I set out what a folk heroine is, and why they are important.Big news! We’re a member of Lyceum, a new app that makes it easy to discover great educational podcasts and chat with other passionate listeners. Download the app by visiting lyceum.fm, and come find me in discussion room. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 28, 2020 • 38min
2.41 Ena of Battenberg (3) A Final Triumph
In this final episode of the second season of the Other Half, we see a political crisis in Spain force Ena and her family into exile. Stick around to the end to hear about what the next season will be about.Support the show on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 14, 2020 • 32min
2.40 Ena of Battenberg (2) Oh what a life for the Queen of Spain!
After such an inauspicious start to her time as Queen of Spain, Ena had a lot of work to make her mark on her new home.Support the show on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
