Medieval Archives
Illuminating the Dark Ages for the Digital World. Podcast and website dedicated to the medieval era.
Appears in 98 Episodes
MAP#37 – Dr. Samuel Stokes and Eustace the Monk
Dr. Samuel Stokes joins the Podcast for an interview about his music and medieval influences. For his doctorate dissertation in Music Theory, he composed a symphony in...
MAP#36 – Popes Behaving Badly
The Pope, the Bishop of Rome, successor of Saint Peter and leader of the Catholic Church. Pious men aspire to the chair and humbly accept the position. At least that's...
The Vikings Podcast #101: A Podcast is Coming
Welcome to the premiere episode of the Vikings Podcast! I’ve put together a brief episode to introduce the actors and the characters they play. There are a few sound c...
MAP#35 – Richard III: Lost and Found
The medieval-verse was all abuzz the last couple of weeks about an exciting archaeology find. Back in August 2012 the University of Leicester started a search for the ...
MAP#34 – Medieval Zombies
It's that time of year again. The full moon is out and the night gets a little spookier. But have no fear, we are here to help you make it through the Halloween season...
MAP#33 – Blood Sisters: Author Sarah Gristwood interview
Sarah Gristwood, the acclaimed author, joins us for an interview about her new book Blood Sisters: The Hidden Lives of the Women Behind the Wars of the Roses. Most of ...
MAP#32 – Medievalists.net Interview
I'm excited to have Peter and Sandra on from Medievalists.net. We covered all sorts of topics, including their love for other historical periods and the state of histo...
MAP#31 – Mad Monarchs of the Middle Ages
The Middle Ages conjures images of wise, warrior Kings and beautiful Queens. Well this episode we are going to shatter that image! Get ready to dive into the crazy wor...
MAP#30 – Peasant’s Revolt of 1381
When Adam delved and Eve span, Who then was the gentleman? The Peasants' Revolt of 1381 was one of a number of popular revolts in late medieval Europe and is a major e...
MAP#29 – Pillars of the Earth 8: “The Work of Angels”
The mini series comes to an end. Will they finish the cathedral or will Waleran block all attempts? Will Jack find out the truth about his father? Everything gets answ...
MAP#28 – Dan Snow Interview
Dan Snow, historian and award winning TV presenter takes a few minutes out of his busy schedule to talk to the Medieval Archives. Trained in the hallowed halls of Oxfo...
MAP#27 – Battle Castle Interview: Sean F. White
Battle Castle, the outstanding castle documentary series, explores the medieval history of six castles. Today we have an interview with Sean F. White, the Director of ...
MAP#26 – Battle Castle Interview: Nicole Tomlinson
Battle Castle, the outstanding castle documentary series, explores the medieval history of six castles. Today we have an interview with Nicole Tomlinson, writer for Ba...
MAP#25 – Pillars of the Earth 7: “New Beginnings”
England is gripped by war, political stirfe and treachery. And in the midst of it all a towering cathedral, a beacon of love and hope is erected. Will Philip raise aga...
MAP#24 – Christy English Interview
It's 2012! I hope you all had a safe and happy new year. We are kicking off the new year with an interview with Historical Fiction author Christy English. Christy is a...
MAP#23 – Christmas Special
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah from the Medieval Archives! It's the holiday season and the Medieval Archives Podcast is bringing you an episode jam packed with hol...
MAP#22 – ‘Witchcraft’ Pillars of the Earth Episode 6
Love, marriage and lose during the Anarchy. Waleran continues his quest to become the Archbishop of Canterbury and William Hamliegh tries to become the Earl of Shiring...
MAP#21: Halloween Special – Dracula Radio Drama
This year's Halloween Special we present the radio drama Dracula, by Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater, originally broadcast on 11 July 1938. The inspiration for Br...
MAP#20 – Moat Jumper CD and Interview with Joe Matzzie
Today we have a review of the debut CD by Moat Jumper, Christmas At The Renaissance Fair. Moat Jumper is a group of World Class musicians that came together for a new ...
MAP#19 – 1066 and The Battle of Hastings
Today is the 945th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. We look at the year 1066, the death of King Edward the Confessor and the dispute over the throne of England. ...
MAP#18 – Pillars of the Earth 5: “Legacy”
Tragedy strikes during The Anarchy! (Which is probably why it's called Anarchy) Maud and Stephen are still battling for power. As Prior Philip and Tom Builder try to b...
MAP: Ep 16 – Pillars of the Earth 4: “Battlefields”
The Anarchy heats up this week! There are beseiged castles, fierce battles and of course, double dealings! Join us as we continuing our trip through The Pillars of the...
MAP: Ep 15 – Pillars of the Earth “Redemption”
We are continuing the trip through Pillars of the Earth. This week we recap/review episode three "Redemption" of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Se...
MAP: Episode 14 – The Pillars of the Earth Episode 2
We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The P...
MAP: Ep 13 – History of St. Valentine’s Day
A short history of St. Valentine's Day. Who is the real St Valentine? Why is the day linked to love and romance? Which medieval author can we thank for transforming Va...
MAP: Ep 12 – Black Agnes
Warfare Wednesday Agnes Randolph, Countess of Dunbar and March, also known as Black Agnes of Dunbar, was the wife of Patrick, 9th Earl of Dunbar and March. Black Agnes...
Medieval Archives Podcast: Episode 11 – The Pillars of the Earth Episode 1
We are back an ready for 2011! Our first podcast of the year is a recap/review of the Starz Original series The Pillars of the Earth. Set in the the 12th century The P...
Medieval Archives Podcast: Episode 10 – The Tower of London
Fortress Friday - Halloween Special During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sighting...
Medieval Archives Podcast: Episode 09 – Chillingham Castle
Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurr...
Medieval Archives Podcast: Episode 08 – Edinburgh Castle
Fortress Friday During the month of October Fortress Friday will be exploring the paranormal. Throughout Europe there are stories of ghost sightings and strange occurr...