Gone Medieval

Exploring the evolution of Italian cuisine through medieval cities and trade dynamics, highlighting the introduction of key ingredients and dishes like ravioli. Delving into Venice's trade dominance and debunking myths about Marco Polo. Discussing the transformation of Italian food staples over the centuries, from peasant dishes to ancient culinary traditions. Exploring the impact of new world foods in 18th century Italy and discussing favorite medieval recipes.

Discover the rebellious journey of Archbishop Thurstan of York, who defied the Archbishop of Canterbury, navigated power struggles, and was eventually consecrated by the Pope. Explore his legacy of expanding the diocese, promoting monasticism, and potentially being considered a saint. Uncover his intriguing path to holiness and influence in medieval England.

Court records of naked, murderous monks, tavern brawls, robberies, and criminal gangs reveal how English governed death in medieval Ireland. Dr. MacGugan discusses legal system, oral histories, and social networks shaping 'truth'. Podcast explores fusion of tradition with written law, oral traditions in Dublin, social realities through literacy, dramatic monastic murder, and power struggles over coroners' jurisdiction in Dublin.

Explore the real William Wallace beyond Braveheart, his noble background, defiance against English rule, and the power struggles in Medieval Scotland. Learn about his legacy, Robert the Bruce's rise, and the brutal execution of a Scottish man accused of treason. Join a casual conversation on Alan Rickman and a special subscription offer.

Discover the culinary world of medieval times with recreated classic dishes. Explore the haute cuisine of Baghdad and Moorish Spain. Learn about blending spices, indigenous ingredients, and cooking a terrifying cockentrice. Dive into the intersection of history and food with historical menus and diverse recipes. Delve into the meticulous process of reconstructing a thousand-year-old recipe with collaborations and historical accuracy.

Sweyn Forkbeard was the first Viking King of England, however you'd be forgiven for potentially forgetting who he was given he was only King for five short weeks, being declared King on Christmas Day 1013, and ruling till his death on 3rd February 1014.Part of a distinguished line of Viking rulers, he was the son of Harald Bluetooth, King of Denmark, and the father to Cnut the Great, the last Viking King of England.Today, Eleanor Janega is joined by Dr Caitlin Ellis, Associate Professor in Medieval Nordic History at the Univeristy of Oslo, to answer all the important questions: who was Sweyn Forkbeard? How did he become King of England? Was he a successful ruler? And did he really have a fork beard?If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like our episodes on: Cnut the Great, Harald Bluetooth, and Harald Hardrada.This episode was produced by Elena Guthrie and Joseph Knight. It was edited by Joseph Knight.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for £1 per month for 3 months with code MEDIEVAL - sign up here.You can take part in our listener survey here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Malmesbury Abbey in Wiltshire was an institution of national significance from the late seventh century until the dissolution of the monasteries in 1539. It was home to eminent writers and had strong royal connections. It housed the tomb of Æthelstan, first king of all England, and Queen Matilda, wife of Henry I, took a close interest in its affairs. But it was also home to arguably the most immoral abbot of the Middle Ages, the mass-murdering monk John of Tintern. In this episode of Gone Medieval, Matt Lewis finds out more from Tony McAleavy, author of the first full-length study of the history of Malmesbury Abbey which brings to life its colourful cast of characters.This episode was produced by Rob Weinberg.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for £1 per month for 3 months with code MEDIEVAL - sign up here.You can take part in our listener survey here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the early 12th century, when England was suffering wave after wave of Viking invasions, many wondered how God could allow their kingdom to be ravaged by pagans? The Archbishop of York Wulfstan had an answer: the apocalypse was coming. What did that mean to people in the Middle Ages? In this episode of Gone Medieval, Dr. Eleanor Janega talks to Professor Matthew Gabriele, about how medieval people understood the end of the world, where they got such concepts from, and whether such a belief could actually be a hopeful one? Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for £1 per month for 3 months with code MEDIEVAL - sign up here.You can take part in our listener survey here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Explore the life of Emperor Justinian, his rise to power, his influential partnership with Theodora, his legal reforms, and his response to the Justinian Plague. Discover how his legacy continues to impact modern society through laws, architecture, and religion.

Dr. Eleanor Janega discusses skilled artisans in medieval Japan, exploring their trade networks and influence. They delve into the governance structure, artisan identity through poetry scrolls, guilds, legal documentation, and the legacy of metal casters' mythical origins.