The British History Podcast

This podcast explores the odd and potentially horrible events in the life of King Edward, while also highlighting his effective rule and expansion of Wessex. It delves into the conflicts in Northumbria, the collapse of the kingdom, and Ragnald's rise to power. The chapter on the two battles of Corbridge discusses the confusion and debate surrounding their existence. Overall, it provides an intriguing look at the complex power dynamics of medieval England.

This podcast explores King Edward's challenges after annexing new territories, the establishment of shires in medieval England, the mysterious economic growth in Chester, and Edward's construction projects in Northwestern Mercia. It delves into the administrative responsibilities, integration, and resistance faced by Edward, highlighting controversies surrounding his rule.

This podcast explores the complexities of royal marriages in early medieval England, focusing on the marriages of West Saxon rulers in the 10th century. It discusses the political implications of these marriages and the challenges associated with breaking marital ties. The podcast also delves into King Edward of Wessex's controversial decision to divorce his current wife and remarry, as well as the political motivations behind his new marriage. Additionally, it highlights the significance of Kent in the power dynamics of the era and the potential consequences of losing control over it.

Explore the powerful rule of AEthelflaed, Queen of the Anglo-Saxons, and her impact on the city of Chester. Learn about her victories against the Danes, contributions to development, and enduring legacy. Discover the absence of information about AEthelflaed's activities after the Siege of Darby in 917, highlighting her acquisitions and the biased nature of historical records. Explore the complex political dynamics of Wessex and the birth of England. Uncover the reasons behind the uprising in northwest Mercia and the death of AEthelflaed.

Anglo-Saxons take the fight to Danish-controlled lands, power struggles in Britain, surprising resistance in the Siege of Bedford, the story of Cheddar Man and DNA analysis, facial reconstruction of Teter Man and reactions, exploring the complex nature of racism, cultural representation in Black Panther

This podcast explores the Irish fragmentary annals praising AEthelflaed's victory. It discusses the formation of a defensive alliance against the Danes and Athleflad's clever peace negotiations. It highlights Athleflad's strategic move to capture Darby, isolating Leicester. The plan to storm and capture the Burr is described. The combined army moves towards Temptsford to establish a forward base of operations.

This podcast explores the battles and acquisitions of Wessex and Mercia kingdoms, including militarization of borders and strategic moves by King Edward. It also discusses the changing allegiance of Wales and the rise of a powerful Welsh dynasty, along with a murder that leads to war.

Learn about the Viking invasion and the successful efforts of Aethelflaed and King Edward in pushing back the Danes. Explore the strategic placement of forts in Mercia and the fall of King Gormalian. Discover the capture of Bishop Cafiliog and the strengthening of defenses by Athelstan and King Edward.

This podcast explores the portrayal of Athleflad as a feminist figure in Anglo-Saxon culture. It challenges the idea of her as a feminist icon and discusses her skill in navigating male-dominated power structures. It also delves into King Edward's fortress construction and campaign in Essex, the submission of the people to Edward's control, and Athleflad's fortification activities in Mercia. It highlights growing tensions with the Danelaw and a detailed attack and response in Mercia.

Explore the Battle of Tettenhall and its impact on Northumbria and the southern kingdoms, the victories and succession in Mercia, the decline of Mercia and the rise of Wessex in Anglo-Saxon Britain, and the rise of Athelflaed and the construction of Sure-Sby.