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The Origins and Structure of the Roman Republic
Ancient European History
In this podcast Dr Federico Santangelo of the University of Newcastle looks at the origins of the Roman Republic, how was it structured and how did the Republic developed politically and culturally.
The Origins and Structure of the Roman Republic
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Challenges to the Roman Republic
Ancient European History
In this podcast Dr Federico Santangelo looks at the challenges the Roman Republic faced both internally and externally.
Challenges to the Roman Republic
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Sources for the Roman Republic
Ancient European History
In this podcast Dr Federico Santangelo of the University of Newcastle discusses the sources historians use when studying early Roman history.
Sources for the Roman Republic
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Ancient British and Irish Pagan Religion
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Ronald Hutton of the University of Bristol looks at Ancient British and Irish Pagan Religion.
Ancient British and Irish Pagan Religion
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The Indus Valley Civilisation (3300BC to 1300BC)
Ancient World History
In this set of podcasts Dr Mark Manuel of the University of Durham looks at the Indus Valley Civilisation.
The Indus Valley Civilisation, also known as the Indus Civilisation or the Harappan Civilisation was a Bronze Age civilisation in the northwestern regions of South Asia, lasting from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE, and in its mature form 2600 BCE to 1900 BCE. Together with ancient...
The Indus Valley Civilisation (3300BC to 1300BC)
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Women and the Family in Ancient Greece and Rome
Ancient European History
In this podcast Dr Richard Hawley of Royal Holloway, University of London, looks at women and the family in Ancient Greece and Rome.
Women and the Family in Ancient Greece and Rome
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The Celts
Ancient British History
In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at the Celts in Britain & Ireland.
The Celts
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Latin Poets and their Role in Roman Society
Ancient European History
In this podcast Dr Joanna Paul & Dr Paula Jones of the Open University discuss the role and significance of the Latin Poets in Roman society.
Latin Poets and their Role in Roman Society
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Roman Imperial Society
Ancient European History
In this podcast Dr Emma-Jayne Graham and Dr Ursula Rothe of the Open University examine Roman Imperial Society.
Roman Imperial Society
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Greek Drama
Ancient European History
In this podcast Dr Fiona Hobden of the University of Liberpool looks at the legacy of Ancient Greek Drama.
Greek Drama
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Greek Comedy
Ancient European History
In this podcast Dr Fiona Hobden of the University of Liverpool discusses what Greek Comedy can tell us about society of ancient Greece.
Greek Comedy
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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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The Battle of Waterloo
European History
In this podcast Professor Alan Forrest discusses the origins, development and the significance of the Battle of Waterloo.
The Battle of Waterloo
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The development of the British Navy
Podcast
In this podcast, Professor Bruce Collins of Sheffield Hallam University explores the development of the British navy during the French Wars and the 19th century. Professor Collins outlines the place of the navy in Britain’s psyche at the beginning of the French Wars and the importance of coastal transport, as well...
The development of the British Navy
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The Legacy of Chartism
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Penelope Corfield looks at the legacy of the Chartist Movement, links to later political movements and discusses what the fate of the Chartist Movement can tell us about the difficulties in organising sustained protests and campaigning from outside the political system.
The Legacy of Chartism
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Abolition of Slavery
Video podcast series by History Hub, Royal Holloway, University of London
In this series of videos, produced by Royal Holloway, University of London, staff and students examine the campaigns to abolish both the slave trade and slavery itself, including a number of actor readings of pamphlets and speeches that help illustrate key arguments made by abolitionists and defenders of slavery. The...
Abolition of Slavery
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The Western magical tradition
Podcast
In modern times, occultists have spoken of a specifically western tradition of ceremonial magic, which has been continuously handed down through the millennia, in secret, from an original starting point in ancient Egypt.
Although professional historians have become increasingly interested in the history of magic in general, there has not...
The Western magical tradition
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The Declaration of Arbroath
Scottish History
In this podcast Dr Michael Brown of the University of St Andrews looks at the Declaration of Arbroath. The Declaration took the form of a letter from Robert the Bruce to Pope John XXII in 1320, it's purpose was to confirm Scotland's status as an independent, sovereign state. What was...
The Declaration of Arbroath
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Life in East Germany and the collapse of the GDR
Modern German History
In this podcast Dr Hester Vaizey looks at what life was like for East Germans and also examines what led to the collapse of the GDR and the impact of reunification.
Life in East Germany and the collapse of the GDR
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The Kingdom of Alba
Scottish History
In this set of podcast Dr Alex Woolf of the University of St. Andrews looks at the formation and early political development of Scotland.
The Kingdom of Alba
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The Peasants’ (Great) Revolt
Video podcast series by History Hub, Royal Holloway, University of London
In this series of videos, produced by Royal Holloway, University of London, staff and students explore the Great Revolt of 1381, better known as the Peasants’ Revolt, through a combination of animations, dramatised primary sources, and short presenter-led videos. This includes videos looking at the causes of the revolt, its...
The Peasants’ (Great) Revolt
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The Southern Princes of Powys
Podcast
Gwenwynwyn ab Owain Cyfeiliog (died c. 1216) was the last major ruler of mid Wales before the completion of the Norman English invasion. Gruffydd ap Gwenwynwyn (died c. 1286), son of Gwenwynwyn ab Owain Cyfeiliog was a Welsh prince who was lord of the part of Powys known as Powys...
The Southern Princes of Powys
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Henry III, Simon de Montfort and the Origins of Parliament
Video podcast series by History Hub, Royal Holloway, University of London
In this series of videos, produced by Royal Holloway, University of London, staff and students explore the reign of Henry III, baronial grievances and the Second Barons’ War, including the 1258 Provisions of Oxford, the most radical scheme of constitutional reform to be attempted in England until the post-Civil War...
Henry III, Simon de Montfort and the Origins of Parliament
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The Rise of American Empire, 1865-1920
Podcast
In this extensive podcast series, Dr Alex Goodall of UCL looks at the growth of the United States as an international power from the end of the American Civil War through to the early twentieth century. This was a critical period for understanding the United States rise to superpower status in the twentieth...
The Rise of American Empire, 1865-1920
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End of the World Cults
Podcast
In this podcast Professor Penelope Corfield looks at the history of 'End of the World Cults'.
End of the World Cults
