This is History: A Dynasty to Die For

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For this spin-off series, This Is History heads to mediaeval Africa to meet the legendary Mansa Musa, emperor of Mali. How did one man’s generosity upend a continent’s economy? Power, wealth, redemption, and legacy—get ready for the astonishing true story of the richest man who ever lived. Join historian Luke Pepera as he unravels the untold story of Musa’s rise to power, his unimaginable wealth, and the unintended consequences of his legacy. Subscribe for exclusive bonus episodes every week with Dan Jones and ad-free listening to all episodes. Dan Jones returns later this year with Season 7 of the Plantagenet saga.

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  1. Season 6 | 1. The Raid

    EPISODE 1

    Season 6 | 1. The Raid

    A young king finds himself locked out of power by his mother and her tyrannical lover. Time is running out, so he decides to take a huge risk and try to take back his country. A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Written and hosted by Dan Jones Producer - Georgia Mills Executive Producer - Louisa Field Assistant producer: Harry Gordon Production Manager - Jen Mistri Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design - Chris o'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    32 min
  2. Season 6 | #SQUADGOALS and poo propaganda

    EPISODE 1 BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Season 6 | #SQUADGOALS and poo propaganda

    Dan gives us a roll call of Edward III’s chivalrous band of brothers who will be fighting alongside him this season and explains why they are embodying the ultimate #SQUADGOALS. Plus, the dirty truth behind the toilet escape. To send Dan questions for the show, you can email thisishistory@sonymusic.com This is History is a Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Presented by Dan Jones and Georgia Mills Producer - Dominic Tyerman Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Eric Ryan Engineering - Gulliver Lawrence-Tickell

    28 min
  3. Season 6 | 2. The Flying Scotsman

    EPISODE 2

    Season 6 | 2. The Flying Scotsman

    Turmoil in Scotland leads an unexpected ally to Edward III’s door. What Edward doesn’t know is that this is the first step towards the longest war the world has ever seen. A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Written and hosted by Dan Jones Producer - Georgia Mills Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Eric Ryan Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design - Chris o'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    27 min
  4. Season 6 | What is the “prophecy of the wicked ass”?

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    Season 6 | What is the “prophecy of the wicked ass”?

    Dan takes us through more strange tidings from Edward’s reign: who was the keeper of the king’s baboons? What was the prophecy of the wicked ass? Plus, why longbows were the world’s deadliest weapons. To send Dan questions for the show, you can email thisishistory@sonymusic.com This is History is a Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Presented by Dan Jones and Georgia Mills Producer - Dominic Tyerman Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Jen Mistri Engineering - Gulliver Lawrence-Tickell

    27 min
  5. Season 6 | 3. The Hundred Years’ War

    EPISODE 3

    Season 6 | 3. The Hundred Years’ War

    A woman executed for her crimes. An outlaw fleeing from his king. A heron killed by a hawk.  The stage is set for Edward III to walk England into a war unlike anything seen before. A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Written and hosted by Dan Jones Producer - Georgia Mills Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Eric Ryan Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design - Chris o'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    28 min
  6. Season 6 | What did an Edward III diss track sound like?

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    Season 6 | What did an Edward III diss track sound like?

    Dan guides us through this week’s main episode escapades: why was Philip VI such an insecure ditherer? What’s the difference between a duke and an earl, and why does it matter? Plus, the truth behind the Vows of the Heron poem and the giver of its most extreme vow. To send Dan questions for the show, you can email thisishistory@sonymusic.com This is History is a Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Presented by Dan Jones and Georgia Mills Producer - Dominic Tyerman Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Eric Ryan Engineering - Matias Torres Sole

    23 min
  7. Season 6 | 4. First Blood

    EPISODE 4

    Season 6 | 4. First Blood

    Edward’s decision to go to war with France starts to look like a Very Bad Idea, as French pirates begin a reign of terror on the south coast of England. The king comes up with a daring, all-or-nothing plan to even the odds. A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Written and hosted by Dan Jones Producer - Georgia Mills Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Eric Ryan Marketing - Kieran Lancini Sound Design - Chris o'Shaughnessy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    32 min
  8. Season 6 | What did a mediaeval naval battle look like?

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    Season 6 | What did a mediaeval naval battle look like?

    Dan gets out onto the battlefield to examine mediaeval warfare - how did they fight and what cunning deceptions were involved? Plus, we learn more about military “headcase” Robert Morley and why he got paid in a lifetime’s supply of venison. To send Dan questions for the show, you can email thisishistory@sonymusic.com This is History is a Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Presented by Dan Jones and Georgia Mills Producer - Dominic Tyerman Executive Producer - Louisa Field Production Manager - Eric Ryan Engineering - Matias Torres Sole

    20 min
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For this spin-off series, This Is History heads to mediaeval Africa to meet the legendary Mansa Musa, emperor of Mali. How did one man’s generosity upend a continent’s economy? Power, wealth, redemption, and legacy—get ready for the astonishing true story of the richest man who ever lived. Join historian Luke Pepera as he unravels the untold story of Musa’s rise to power, his unimaginable wealth, and the unintended consequences of his legacy. Subscribe for exclusive bonus episodes every week with Dan Jones and ad-free listening to all episodes. Dan Jones returns later this year with Season 7 of the Plantagenet saga.

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  • Creator
    Sony Music Entertainment
  • Episodes
    248
  • Seasons
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sony Music Entertainment
  • Provider
    Pod Sub LLC

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