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England from 871 to 1000
Podcasted history: The Anglo-Saxons
In this podcast Professor Sarah Foot of Christ Church College, Oxford, looks at the development of Anglo-Saxon England from 871 to 1000.
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England from 871 to 1000
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The Church in 10th and 11th Century England
Podcasted history: The Anglo-Saxons
In this podcast, Katy Cubitt, Professor of Medieval History at the University of East Anglia, discusses the ways the church developed and changed in 10th and 11th century England. This period involved the rise of the local parish and the emergence of religious leaders who would attempt to ‘restore and purify' the religious...
The Church in 10th and 11th Century England
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Henry VIII, Spain & France
Early Modern British History
In this podcast Dr Sue Doran discusses Henry VIII and Spain, relations with Ferdinand and Charles V an uneasy relationship, the problem of the annulment and overtures to Francis I of France.
Henry VIII, Spain & France
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Elizabeth I and Spain: The road to war
Early Modern British History
In this podcast Dr Sue Doran of Christ Church College, Oxford, discusses whether war with Spain was inevitable, why Tudor relations with Spain decline, the Netherlands, Elizabeth I's desire to avoid war, 1581 and the road to war.
Elizabeth I and Spain: The road to war
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The Irish Confederate War and the Cromwellian Conquest
Early Modern Irish History
In this podcast Professor Sean Connolly of Queen's University Belfast examines the Eleven Years War, its' context within the English Civil War and alliances between differing Catholic and Protestant sides.
The Irish Confederate War and the Cromwellian Conquest
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The Hundred Years War
Anglo-French History
In this set of podcasts Professor Anne Curry, of the University of Southampton and former President of the Historical Association, provides an introduction to the Hundred Years War, looking at its origin, legacy and the role of Henry V and Henry VI.
The Hundred Years War
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Gruffydd ap Cynan
Medieval Welsh History
Gruffudd ap Cynan (c. 1055 - 1137), sometimes written as Gruffydd ap Cynan, was King of Gwynedd from 1081 until his death in 1137.In this podcast Dr David Wyatt of Cardiff University looks at the life and significance of Gruffudd ap Cynan.
Gruffydd ap Cynan
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Roman Britain
Ancient British History
An HA Podcasted History of Roman Britain featuring Guy de la Bédoyère.
Roman Britain
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An Introduction to Aethelred the Unready
Podcasted history: The Anglo-Saxons
In this podcast, Katy Cubitt, Professor of Medieval History at the University of East Anglia, looks at the life, significance and long reign of Aethelred the Unready. Aethelred’s reign began following the murder of his brother, endured decades of Viking raids and ended with the arrival of King Cnut the...
An Introduction to Aethelred the Unready
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UK 1964-79 - Domestic problems under the Labour and Conservative Governments
20th Century British History
In this podcast Professor Keith Laybourn of the University of Huddersfield discusses the key reasons for the growing domestic problems under the Labour and Conservative Governments 1964-79 and looks at the effectiveness of their response.
UK 1964-79 - Domestic problems under the Labour and Conservative Governments
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UK Women's Movement: How did Women achieve the Vote?
20th Century Women's History
In this podcast Professor June Hannam of the University of the West of England looks at the key forces that led to women achiving the vote in the early 20th century.
UK Women's Movement: How did Women achieve the Vote?
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British LGBTQ+ Community: Changes over the last 200 years
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Sally R Munt looks at how the lives of individuals within the LGBTQ+ community have changed over the last 200 years and asks: what accounts for this change?
British LGBTQ+ Community: Changes over the last 200 years
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The Northern Irish Troubles and the Good Friday Agreement
Northern Irish History
In this podcast Dr Stuart Aveyard looks at how 'the Troubles' developed over the 1970s, 80s and 90s and discusses the key factors that led to the Good Friday Agreement of 1998.
The Northern Irish Troubles and the Good Friday Agreement
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Early Modern LGBTQ+ History
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Tim Hitchcock of the University of Sussex discusses LGBTQ+ history in Britain during the Early Modern period.
Dr Hitchcock examines legal changes brought in by the Tudors, the development of Molly houses, subsequent persecution and hetero-sexism and the construction of some LGBTQ+ identities.
Early Modern LGBTQ+ History
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Henry II, the Common Law and Becket
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Nicholas Vincent of the University of East Anglia looks at the reign of Henry II, the establishment of the Common Law and relations with Henry's relationship with Thomas a Becket.
Henry II, the Common Law and Becket
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Medieval Sexualities: Richard I and Philip Augustus
Podcast
In this podcast, Dr Gabrielle Storey, discusses sexuality in the medieval world through an examination of the relationship of Richard I of England and Philip Augustus/Philip II of France. To what extent can we apply modern concepts of sexuality to the medieval period?
Medieval Sexualities: Richard I and Philip Augustus
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19th Century Religious Movements
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Janice Holmes of the Open University looks at the significance of the religious movements in the 19th century in producing social and political change in the UK.
19th Century Religious Movements
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Britain and Religion in the 20th Century
Podcast
In this podcast Dr Janice Holmes of the Open University examines how the UK's relationship with religion has changed in the 20th Century and the significance of this change.
Britain and Religion in the 20th Century
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The Suffragette Movement
HA podcasted history
Professor June Hannam of the University of the West of England looks at the key forces that led to women acheiving the vote in the early 20th century.
The Suffragette Movement
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Edward III: Foreign Relations and the Hundred Years War
Medieval British History
In this podcast Professor Mark Ormrod discusses the impact of Edward III reign on foreign relations, relations between England and Scotland and the origins of the Hundred Years War.
Edward III: Foreign Relations and the Hundred Years War
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Henry VII: Legitimizing his throne
Medieval British History
In this podcast Dr Sean Cunningham of the National Archives looks at how Henry VII legitimized and secured his seat on the throne after the War of the Roses.
Henry VII: Legitimizing his throne
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The Commonwealth, Protectorate and Radicalism
Early Modern British History
In this podcast Professor Peter Gaunt of the University of Chester discusses the strengths and weaknesses of of the Commonwealth and Protectorate from 1649-60 and examines how radical the new republic was.
The Commonwealth, Protectorate and Radicalism
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The Huguenots in Britain & Ireland
Early Modern British History
In this podcast Dr Kathy Chater looks at the history of the British Huguenot community and the largest mass migration in European history until the 20th Century.
The Huguenots in Britain & Ireland
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The Scottish Textile and Craft Industries
Podcast
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
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British Women 1500-1700
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Laura Gowing of King's College London looks at the how the role of women changed in Britain, both within the family and within society, between 1500-1700.
British Women 1500-1700
