The Medieval Podcast

In the Middle Ages, December meant a celebration of jolly old St. Nicholas along with a host of other sainted figures and important moments in the Christian story. This week, Danièle presents a quick guide to medieval holiday saints and feasts.You can support this podcast on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists

Scholars of trans and genderqueer scholarship in medieval studies, Alicia Spencer-Hall and Blake Gutt, discuss the meaning of terms like 'trans' and 'cis,' explore transgender and gender identity in relation to medieval thought, analyze gender representation in medieval literary texts, examine the story of a transgender saint facing transphobic structures, and delve into the complexities of gender assignment in saints' narratives.

Peter Konieczny, editor and co-founder of Medievalists.net, joins Danièle to discuss their favorite books of 2023. Topics include the reinterpretation of the Mediterranean economy, perspectives of lower-class individuals in the Song Dynasty, women in the Crusades, meteorological disasters in medieval Britain, and more.

In honour of the new discoveries around the Princes in the Tower, Danièle delves into some other mysterious deaths and disappearances in English royal history.You can support The Medieval Podcast and Medievalists.net on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists

Humans have always been fascinated by the birds and beasts of planet Earth, collecting and compiling information on their habits, habitats, and where they got their names. This week, Danièle speaks with Hana Videen about her contribution to the field: a brand new Old English bestiary.The Deorhord: An Old English Bestiary, by Hana Videen is published by Princeton University Press - https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691260006/the-deorhord You can support Medievalists.net and check out our shop at https://www.patreon.com/medievalists

Delve into The Well-Laden Ship, a medieval source of proverbs. Explore medieval school textbooks, the relevance of medieval proverbs in modern society, and a religious tale resembling Little Red Riding Hood. Discover the enduring wisdom of ancient proverbs and the importance of holiness. Also includes sponsorship ads for Chumba Casino and other sponsors.

For a thousand years – and especially the last two hundred or so – people have had a love affair with Vikings. But what do we know about the Norse voyages to the Americas? Why are Vikings so fascinating at this historical distance? And how do they fit into modern people’s ideas of identity? This week, Danièle speaks with Martyn Whittock about Vikings and their influence on American culture.You can support this podcast and Medievalists.net on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists

This week, guest host Peter Konieczny interviews Danièle about her new book Chivalry and Courtesy: Medieval Manners for a Modern World.You can support this podcast and Medievalists.net on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists

In this podcast, the host shares tips on how to become a better medievalist in just five minutes. They discuss the importance of learning a second language, discerning reliable information, and interdisciplinary work in medieval studies. They also talk about the book of the month on the Templars, the discovery of Otto the Great's death spot, and medieval jokes. The podcast also highlights the benefits of supporting the show through Patreon and the host's new book available for pre-order.

In light of the TikTok trend asking, "How often do you think about the Roman Empire?" Danièle discusses how to gently correct misguided assumptions about history in the people we love.You can support this podcast and Medievalists.net on Patreon - go to https://www.patreon.com/medievalists