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  • How democratic was Germany by 1914?

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    In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick looks at the origins of the democratic tradition in Germany and discusses how democratic Germany was on the eve of the First World War. Dr Storer examines to what extent was there mass participation in elections, high levels of...
    How democratic was Germany by 1914?
  • Power, Protest and Music in the United States

      A History of the United States
    In this podcast Professor Brian Ward of Northumbria University discusses the role and significance of music in the American Civil Rights movement.
    Power, Protest and Music in the United States
  • The Scottish Textile and Craft Industries

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    In this set of podcasts Professor Stana Nenadic of the University of Edinburgh discusses the Scottish textile industry, the craft and artisan economy in Scotland and the impact of the Industrial Revolution.
    The Scottish Textile and Craft Industries
  • How unified was Germany in 1914?

      Unity and diversity
    In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick looks at how unified Germany was on the eve of World War I. This podcast looks at the religious, linguistic and ethnic divides in Germany. How different was life for people living in towns rather than the countriside? What...
    How unified was Germany in 1914?
  • Apartheid

      Podcast
    In this podcast Dr Tim Gibbs of University College London looks at the development and eventual fall of apartheid. The system of racial segregation in South Africa that was apartheid led to one of the most distinct and unjust systems of government in late twentieth century history. This podcast examines...
    Apartheid
  • President Reagan

      Redefining the American Dream
    In this podcast Professor Iwan Morgan of University College London examines the impact and significance of Ronald Reagan's presidency. Jimmy Carter came to the re-election bid with an America suffering from a serious bout of low morale. Inflation was 13% a year and unemployment was at 7%, Afghanistan was under...
    President Reagan
  • The Rift between the churches of Rome and Constantinople

      The History of Christianity
    This podcast looks at the relations between the Papacy and the Patriarchate of Constantinople - between Schism and Union.
    The Rift between the churches of Rome and Constantinople
  • Origins of the European Financial Markets

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    In this podcast Dr Anne Murphy of the University of Hertfordshire looks at the early origins of the European financial markets from the Italian Renaissance to the present day. Dr Murphy also provides a useful introduction to finance, the stock market and the bond market.
    Origins of the European Financial Markets
  • Legacy of the Crusades

      Medieval World History
    In this podcast Professor Jonathan Riley-Smith looks at the initial and long term effects of Crusades and examines how they have been treated by both western and eastern historians and thinkers over time.
    Legacy of the Crusades
  • Britain and Europe 1945-2005

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Stanley Henig of the University of Lancaster looks at Britain's relationship with Europe from 1945-2005.
    Britain and Europe 1945-2005
  • Envoi: First World War Memories

      Branch podcast
    During the recent First World War centenary many HA branches held lectures and talks about a variety of aspects of the war. Some had outings and many looked at their local war memorials or Pals Battalions. The Glasgow and West of Scotland Branch decided that as many of their members...
    Envoi: First World War Memories
  • The Jacobites

      Scottish History
    In this podcast Dr Nigel Aston of the University of Leicester examines the Jacobites and the Jacobite risings that took place between 1688 and 1746.
    The Jacobites
  • Captain Cook & the discovery of Australia & New Zealand

      The History of the Royal Society
    In this podcast Dr Jordan Goodman discusses Captain Cook and the discovery of Australia & New Zealand.
    Captain Cook & the discovery of Australia & New Zealand
  • The Abbasid Caliphate

      Medieval World History
    In this set of podcasts Emeritus Professor Gerald Hawting of SOAS, University of London provides an introduction to the Abbasid (750-1258) Caliphate.
    The Abbasid Caliphate
  • Magna Carta in the 14th Century

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Nigel Saul of Royal Holloway, University of London, examines the changing importance of Magna Carta during the 14th century.
    Magna Carta in the 14th Century
  • Weltpolitik and German Nationalism

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    In this podcast Dr Colin Storer of the University of Warwick looks at the significance and legacy of the German nineteenth century foreign policy known as Weltpolitik (or ‘world politics’). In contrast with Bismarck’s continental Realpolitick which juggled alliances and politically isolated France in order to keep Germany safe and...
    Weltpolitik and German Nationalism
  • The Umayyad Caliphate

      Medieval World History
    In this set of podcasts Emeritus Professor Gerald Hawting of SOAS, University of London provides an introduction to the Umayyad (661-750) Caliphate.
    The Umayyad Caliphate
  • Tracy Borman: Elizabeth’s Women

      The hidden story of the Virgin Queen
    Dr Tracy Borman gave the following keynote speech at the HA Annual Conference on 19 May 2018. Elizabeth I is often portrayed as a ruthless ‘man’s woman’, who derided her own sex – ‘I know I have the body of a weak and feeble woman’ – and loved to flirt...
    Tracy Borman: Elizabeth’s Women
  • Henry I and the Coronation Charter

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    In this podcast Professor Nicholas Vincent discusses Henry I and the Coronation Charter. The Coronation Charter is considered a precursor to Magna Carta.
    Henry I and the Coronation Charter
  • Napoleon vs Wellington

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Charles Esdaile of the Unversity of Liverpool examines the styles and impact of Napoleon and Wellington on their respective armies and their roles in the Napoleonic wars.
    Napoleon vs Wellington
  • Developments in firearms 1700 to WWI

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    In this podcast Jonathan Ferguson of the Royal Armouries Museum discusses the development of firearms from the musket to the machine gun. This podcast looks at how the firearms developed through conflicts such as the American Revolutionary War, the Naploeonic Wars, The American Civil War and World War I.
    Developments in firearms 1700 to WWI
  • The Royal Society & the Royal Navy

      The History of the Royal Society
    In this podcast Dr Jordan Goodman discusses the Royal Society and Royal Navy expeditions between 1800 and 1850.
    The Royal Society & the Royal Navy
  • Artisans and the craft economy in Scotland c.1780-1914

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Stana Nenadic  looks at Artisans and the craft economy in Scotland c.1780-1914 and the impact of the Industrial Revolution.
    Artisans and the craft economy in Scotland c.1780-1914
  • What was the Byzantine Empire?

      The History of the Byzantine Empire
    In this podcast Dr Dionysios Stathakopoulos covers the basics: name, dates, geography, origins in the Late Roman Empire, and how the Byzantine Empire fits with Medieval History, East and West in general.
    What was the Byzantine Empire?
  • Early Modern Witchcraft

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    In this podcast Professor Alison Rowlands of the University of Essex delves into the witch trials and witchcraft of the early modern period. She examines the sources historians use for this time period, and how they differ between regions, from the continent to England and the colonies. Rowlands distinguishes the stereotypes of witches...
    Early Modern Witchcraft