Tales for Wales: A Welsh History Podcast

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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,
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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.
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Jun 25, 2025 • 10min

Throwback Thursday: Owain Fawr/Owain the Great

Instead of living now in the summer, come back with us to the winter months and listen to us chat dry January and do stupid German accents. If you actually did want to learn more about Owain Fawr, we can provide the history portion of the episode right here.
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Jun 21, 2025 • 19min

129. The Great Welsh Train Robbery

Join us this week as your lovable hosts get super really serious actually and put the whole bloody system in our crosshairs.If you like to seethe while you read give this a look for more on today's subject.Follow Will Hayward for all your Welsh based news, he's good folk.Don't forget to join our Patreon while our summer sale is still on to save yourself some pennies.
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Jun 18, 2025 • 9min

Throwback Thursday: Welsh Medieval Warfare

Take another leap back into the river of the past and get your pinkies good and wet in another out of context clip. This time we discuss disappointing Xmas presents and laugh about mental health. For the full episode with some actual history, click here.
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Jun 14, 2025 • 30min

128. Amy Dillwyn

Delve into the remarkable life of Amy Dillwyn, a feminist industrialist who defied Victorian norms. The hosts share humorous takes on 'woke' culture and the evolving landscape of comedy. Enjoy their lighthearted banter while reflecting on the importance of listener feedback and community. They also share amusing anecdotes about chaotic days and upcoming vacations. Overall, the discussion celebrates Dillwyn's legacy in literature and women's rights, blending humor with serious reflections.
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Jun 11, 2025 • 4min

Throwback Thursday: Talgarth Asylum

This jaunt back through our back catalogue is a little segment pulled from out episode on the not so cheery Talgarth Asylum and this clip is somewhat relevant for once and we discuss our our mental foibles. Full episode is here if you fancy it.
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Jun 7, 2025 • 38min

127. Welsh Mythology: Manawydan fab Llyr

Another Welsh legend, straight from the gobs of two other of Welsh legends. Yes we're as big as the Mabinogion now and no we will not apologise for our drunken fame. Hit play and listen to how big man Manawydan conquered trials and tribulations and got Cymru back on the right path. Real legends are birthed from stories and what better stories are there if not on our socials or our Patreon? Join here and become our brethren court.
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Jun 4, 2025 • 6min

Throwback Thursday: Hughesovka - The Welsh in Ukraine

We're delving back once more, this time we present you with a snippet from the episode all about the Welsh town in Ukraine. As usual, if you want to actually learn about it you'll have to listen to the full episode because the clip is of course just a sample of our usual nonsense. Full episode here my loves.
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May 31, 2025 • 31min

126. Patreon Preview: #34 Tycroes & Llandeilo

We're back with another nugget of extra content for you lovely chaps and chappesses courtesy of the Clogau goldmine that is the Tales for Wales Patreon.This episode is an example of what could be in store for you if you join out Teulu tier, where we delve into your hometown's history and butcher any semblance of nostalgia you might still have for the place. The Patreon Summer Sale starts now so if you like the idea of us working like dogs for you personally, jump aboard the Teulu train while tickets are half price baby.

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