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  • An Introduction to the Renaissance

      European History
    In this podcast Dr Gabriele Neher of the University of Nottingham provides an introduction to the Renaissance.
    An Introduction to the Renaissance
  • Scottish Myths and Legends

      Scottish History
    In this podcast Dr Alex Woolf of the University of St Andrews discusses the Scottish myths and legends and some of the origins myths.
    Scottish Myths and Legends
  • The Life & Ideas of Thomas Paine

      The History of Democracy
    In this set of podcasts Emeritus Professor W. A. Speck of the University of Leeds looks at the life and ideas of Thomas Paine.
    The Life & Ideas of Thomas Paine
  • Darwin and the Origin of Species

      The History of Science
    In this podcast Professor Jim Secord and Dr Alison Pearn of the Darwin Correspondence Project look at how Darwin developed his theory of evolution by natural selection and the significance of his publication: The Origin of Species.
    Darwin and the Origin of Species
  • The Fall of the Western Roman Empire

      Ancient European History
    In this podcasts Professor Peter Heather of King's College London duscusses the division of the Roman Empire and the fall of the Western Roman Empire. The fall of the Western Roman Empire, was the loss of central political control in the Western Roman Empire, a process in which the Empire failed to...
    The Fall of the Western Roman Empire
  • Iconoclasm

      The History of the Byzantine Empire
    This podcasts looks at the two periods in the history of the Byzantine Empire when the use of religious images or icons was opposed by religious and imperial authorities within the Eastern Church and the temporal imperial hierarchy.
    Iconoclasm
  • 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
  • Ancient Greece & Rome: Similarities and Differences

      Ancient European History
    In this podcast Dr Ursula Rothe & Dr Colin Andrews of the Open University discuss how the social, moral and religious life in Rome differed from that of ancient Greece.
    Ancient Greece & Rome: Similarities and Differences
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Greek Tragedy

      Ancient European History
    In this podcast Dr Fiona Hobden of the University of Liverpool discusses what Greek Tragedy can tell us about society of ancient Greece.
    Greek Tragedy
  • Ancient Greek Myths and Legends

      Ancient European History
    In this podcast Dr Fiona Hobden of the University of Liverpool looks at what Greek myths and legends can tell us about how the early ancient Greeks saw their world.
    Ancient Greek Myths and Legends
  • 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)
  • The Scottish Enlightenment

      18th Century British History
    In this podcast Dr Thomas Ahnert of the University of Edinburgh discusses the Scottish Enlightenment.
    The Scottish Enlightenment
  • Anglo-Saxons and Normans

      Video podcast series by History Hub, Royal Holloway, University of London
    In this series of videos, produced by Royal Holloway, University of London, students and staff explore Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, exploring the Anglo-Saxon Witan and Moots, how law and order was maintained and the Norman conquest, including a multi-chronicler account of the Battle of Hastings. Other videos examine how William...
    Anglo-Saxons and Normans
  • The Reformation: Social and Cultural Implications

      The History of Christianity
    In this podcast Professor Beat Kumin of Warwick University gives you an overview of the impact of the Reformation, discusses the social and cultural implications of the Reformation, talks about some of the debates among historians about the reformation and looks at the impact the Reformation had on European foreign...
    The Reformation: Social and Cultural Implications
  • Second Wave Feminism as a personal journey

      20th Century Women's History
    In this podcast Ms Jean Spence discusses how she discovered feminism and how being part of the feminist movement changed both hers and many other womens lives.
    Second Wave Feminism as a personal journey
  • 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
  • Nazi creation of a Volksgemeinschaft

      20th Century German History
    In this podcast Professor Stephenson examines the extent that the Nazis were able to create a Volksgemeinschaft and the role propaganda played. 1. Nazi creation of a Volksgemeinschaft: Introduction 2. Equality but only amongst Aryans. Class irrelevant. 3. Indoctrination: promoting an unconditional sense of solidarity amongst Aryans. 4. Traditional allegiances...
    Nazi creation of a Volksgemeinschaft
  • 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
  • Interpretations of the Spanish Golden Age

      Early Modern European History
    What was the long term impact of the Spanish Golden Age? How have interpretations of this period changed over time?
    Interpretations of the Spanish Golden Age
  • The Rise of the Spanish Empire in the New World

      Early Modern World History
    In this podcast Dr Glyn Redworth looks at the factors that led to the Spanish Empire in the new world, why Ferdinand and Isabella backed Columbus and discusses how Spain was able to consolidate an Empire of such magnitude.
    The Rise of the Spanish Empire in the New World
  • Spain and Europe during the Spanish Golden Age

      Early Modern European History
    In this podcast Dr Glyn Redworth looks at the impact of Spain relations with its neighbours, foreign perspectives of Spain; the black legend of Spain, ideological differences and ideological prejudice.
    Spain and Europe during the Spanish Golden Age
  • The Rise of an Islamic Civilisation

      Medieval World History
    An HA Podcasted History of the Rise of an Islamic Civilisation featuring Dr Caroline Goodson of Birkbeck, University of London.
    The Rise of an Islamic Civilisation