SYMHC Classics: Julian of Norwich

George Stephenson started life in extremely humble circumstances, but his ingenuity and pursuit of education led him to an impressive legacy. He invented a miner’s lamp, but is most well known for his work on locomotives and railways. Research: “George Stephenson (1781-1848).” ht ... Show More

Nutritional rickets is caused by a vitamin D deficiency, and people figured out two ways to treat it before we even knew what vitamin D was. Research: “Oldest UK case of rickets in Neolithic Tiree skeleton.” 9/10/2015. https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-34208976 Ca ... Show More

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<p><br></p><p>The writings of Julian of Norwich are the earliest surviving English language works by a woman and the only surviving English language works by an anchoress. But her life - particularly prior to taking on her role at Saint Julian's Church in Norwich - is shrouded in ... Show More

<p>*WARNING this episode includes explicit language and adult themes*</p><br><p>What were your medieval ancestors getting up to in the bedroom? Join sex historian Kate Lister, Betwixt the Sheets, to find out.</p><br><p>Medievalist and George Michael super-fan Dr Eleanor Janega is ... Show More

<p>Christianity's inroads into the pagan north of England began with the marriage of Æthelburh&nbsp;of Kent to King Edwin of Northumbria.&nbsp;A condition of their marriage was Edwin's conversion to Christianity.&nbsp;But most of the things we know about this period come from the ... Show More

<p>In this episode of <em>Gone Medieval </em>for Pride Month, Matt Lewis takes a look at some transgender stories from the Middle Ages.&nbsp;Marinos was a 5th century monk mentioned in the trial of Joan of Arc.&nbsp;They shaved their head and changed into men's clothes to live in ... Show More

History is full of stories we think we know. They are old and dark, but time has robbed us of perspective and clarity. They've become obscured and misunderstood. Which is why this series exists: to dig deep and shed light on some of history’s darkest moments. To help us better un ... Show More

<p>Outside Medieval London’s city walls, Southwark was a land without rules. It was the place where people went to partake in theatre, watch bear baiting and visit brothels. It was also under the control of the Bishop of Winchester.</p><br><p>Kate is joined Betwixt the Sheets by ... Show More

Cheryl A talks about world events, current affairs and what's happening in the Middle East right now – Cheryl talks about perceptions of current events around the world, and why she won’t stop speaking out.  This episode references In the Shadow of the Holocaust by Masha Gessen, ... Show More

<p>Eleanor of Castile&nbsp;married King Edward I of England as part of a political deal to affirm English sovereignty over&nbsp;Gascony. But the marriage was a very close one. Eleanor travelled extensively with Edward, including on the&nbsp;Ninth Crusade. When she died in Notting ... Show More

<p>You would think that a woman who was queen several times, commanded armies and was possibly the most powerful woman in medieval Europe would need no introduction…yet here we are.</p><br><p>On today’s show we’re joined by author and new co-host of the History Hit podcast Gone M ... Show More