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"Hello! I'm Ken and this is Teach Medieval!" Are you interested in the medieval period? Are you studying it at school, college or university? Then we're here for you! 'Teach Medieval' is a podcast channel dedicated to bringing you the most engaging and accessible conversations with the finest experts in the period! So what are you waiting for? Get listening ... and get learning!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 10/15/2025

    Why did the Second Crusade fail? (Ep.2: Analysis)

    Step into one of the most dramatic and disastrous chapters of medieval history with our brand-new two-part podcast series on the Second Crusade. In Episode 1, we plunge into the story itself—from the shocking fall of Edessa in 1144 and the rallying cry across Europe to the march eastward of kings and humiliating defeat at the gates of Damascus. Then, in Episode 2, we go deeper, asking the big question: why did the Second Crusade fail so completely? Was it poor leadership, Byzantine hostility, or the growing unity of Muslim forces? Guiding us through this fascinating mix of ambition, betrayal, and miscalculation is Associate Professor Nicholas Morton of Nottingham Trent University, a leading expert in crusader history. If you want gripping storytelling, sharp analysis and expert insight, this is a series you won’t want to miss. The Second Crusade like you’ve never heard it before! This episode is part of a mini-series: Ep.1: Narrative - What's the story of the Second Crusade? Ep.2: Analysis - Why did the Second Crusade fail? Recommended works by Associate Professor Nicholas Morton: The Field of Blood: The Battle for Aleppo and the Remaking of the Medieval Middle East The Crusader States and their Neighbours: A military history 1099-1187 Encountering Islam on the First Crusade The Mongol Storm: Making and Breaking Empires in the Medieval Near East   Further reading: Andrew Jotischky: Crusading and the Crusader States (2nd Ed.) Jonathan Phillips: The Crusades 1095-1204 Jonathan Riley-Smith: The Crusades: A History   If you would like to keep up to date with all things ‘Teach Medieval’, you can find us on: Instagram: @teachmedieval Twitter: @TeachMedieval Threads: Teach Medieval Facebook: Teach Medieval LinkedIn: Teach Medieval   Main theme by Aroshanti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

  2. 10/15/2025

    Why did the Second Crusade fail? (Ep.1: Narrative)

    Step into one of the most dramatic and disastrous chapters of medieval history with our brand-new two-part podcast series on the Second Crusade. In Episode 1, we plunge into the story itself—from the shocking fall of Edessa in 1144 and the rallying cry across Europe to the march eastward of kings and humiliating defeat at the gates of Damascus. Then, in Episode 2, we go deeper, asking the big question: why did the Second Crusade fail so completely? Was it poor leadership, Byzantine hostility, or the growing unity of Muslim forces? Guiding us through this fascinating mix of ambition, betrayal, and miscalculation is Associate Professor Nicholas Morton of Nottingham Trent University, a leading expert in crusader history. If you want gripping storytelling, sharp analysis and expert insight, this is a series you won’t want to miss. The Second Crusade like you’ve never heard it before! This episode is part of a mini-series: Ep.1: Narrative - What's the story of the Second crusade? ep.2: Analysis - Why did the Second Crusade fail? Recommended works by Associate Professor Nicholas Morton: The Field of Blood: The Battle for Aleppo and the Remaking of the Medieval Middle East The Crusader States and their Neighbours: A military history 1099-1187 Encountering Islam on the First Crusade The Mongol Storm: Making and Breaking Empires in the Medieval Near East   Further reading: Andrew Jotischky: Crusading and the Crusader States (2nd Ed.) Jonathan Phillips: The Crusades 1095-1204 Jonathan Riley-Smith: The Crusades: A History   If you would like to keep up to date with all things ‘Teach Medieval’, you can find us on: Instagram: @teachmedieval Twitter: @TeachMedieval Threads: Teach Medieval Facebook: Teach Medieval LinkedIn: Teach Medieval   Music by Aroshanti   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min

  3. 10/10/2025

    What was the early Islamic response to the crusades? (Ep.2: Later unity)

    The early Islamic response to the First Crusade was deeply disunited, with rivalry, distrust and self-interest undermining all hope of any real cooperation. This lack of unity was a major factor in the Crusaders’ remarkable success, allowing them to seize territory and establish the states of Outremer. In this new mini-series, Dr Thomas Brosset explores the nature and extent of this early disunity before turning to the emergence of key leaders who, in time, managed to coordinate a stronger, more muscular response to the Frankish presence in the Near East. This episode is one of a two-part mini-series: Ep.1: How disunited was the response in the early decades? Ep.2: How and when did unity begin to emerge? This mini-series was part-inspired by: The First Crusade and the Failure of Kerbogha’s Campaign from Mosul to Antioch (March–June 1098): A Re-evaluation Dr Thomas Brosset refers to this work in 'Ep.1: Disunity': Nicholas Morton: The Field of Blood: The Battle for Aleppo and the Making of the Medieval Middle East Further reading: Andrew Jotischky: Crusading and the Crusader States (2nd Ed.) Jonathan Phillips: The Crusades 1095-1204 Jonathan Riley-Smith: The Crusades: A History (4th Ed.)   Social media: Instagram X (Twitter) Threads Facebook LinkedIn Main theme by Aroshanti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min

  4. 10/01/2025

    What was the early Islamic response to the crusades? (Ep.1: Early disunity)

    The early Islamic response to the First Crusade was deeply disunited, with rivalry, distrust and self-interest undermining al hope of any real cooperation. This lack of unity was a major factor in the Crusaders’ remarkable success, allowing them to seize territory and establish the states of Outremer. In this new mini-series, Dr Thomas Brosset explores the nature and extent of this early disunity before turning to the emergence of key leaders who, in time, managed to coordinate a stronger, more muscular response to the Frankish presence in the Near East. This episode is one of a two-part mini-series: Ep.1: How disunited was the response in the early decades? Ep.2: How and when did unity begin to emerge? This mini-series was part-inspired by: The First Crusade and the Failure of Kerbogha’s Campaign from Mosul to Antioch (March–June 1098): A Re-evaluation Dr Thomas Brosset refers to this work in 'Ep.1: Disunity': Nicholas Morton: The Field of Blood: The Battle for Aleppo and the Making of the Medieval Middle East Further reading: Andrew Jotischky: Crusading and the Crusader States (2nd Ed.) Jonathan Phillips: The Crusades 1095-1204 Jonathan Riley-Smith: The Crusades: A History (4th Ed.)   Social media: Instagram X (Twitter) Threads Facebook LinkedIn Main theme by Aroshanti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min

  5. 09/24/2025

    Who were the real Assassins and Templars? (Ep.3: Parallels)

    The Assassins and Templars are two of the most iconic and enigmatic groups associated with the medieval Near East to the point where, even today, myths continue to swirl around their very names and huge entertainment franchises such as Ubisoft's 'Assassin's Creed' are founded on their legacy. But behind the (admittedly thrilling) fantasy, what's the reality? What part did these two groups play in what Dr Steve Tibble has called "the crazy, bloody world of the medieval Near East"? This episode is one of a three-part mini-series: Ep.1: Who were the real Assassins? Ep.2: Who were the real Templars? Ep.3: What parallels can we see between them? This mini-series is based on: Assassins and Templars: A Battle in Myth and Blood Other recommended works by Dr Steve Tibble: Templars: The Knights who made Britain Crusader Criminals: The Knights who went Rogue in the Holy Land The Crusader Strategy The Crusader Armies Further reading: Andrew Jotischky: Crusading and the Crusader States (2nd Ed.) Jonathan Phillips: The Crusades 1095-1204 Jonathan Riley-Smith: The Crusades: A History (4th Ed.)   Social media: Instagram X (Twitter) Threads Facebook LinkedIn Main theme by Aroshanti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  6. 09/17/2025

    Who were the real Assassins and Templars? (Ep.2: Templars)

    The Assassins and Templars are two of the most iconic and enigmatic groups associated with the medieval Near East to the point where, even today, myths continue to swirl around their very names and huge entertainment franchises such as Ubisoft's 'Assassin's Creed' are founded on their legacy. But behind the (admittedly thrilling) fantasy, what's the reality? What part did these two groups play in what Dr Steve Tibble has called "the crazy, bloody world of the medieval Near East"? This episode is one of a three-part mini-series: Ep.1: Who were the real Assassins? Ep.2: Who were the real Templars? Ep.3: What parallels can we see between them? This mini-series is based on: Assassins and Templars: A Battle in Myth and Blood Other recommended works by Dr Steve Tibble: Templars: The Knights who made Britain Crusader Criminals: The Knights who went Rogue in the Holy Land The Crusader Strategy The Crusader Armies Further reading: Andrew Jotischky: Crusading and the Crusader States (2nd Ed.) Jonathan Phillips: The Crusades 1095-1204 Jonathan Riley-Smith: The Crusades: A History (4th Ed.)   Social media: Instagram X (Twitter) Threads Facebook LinkedIn Main theme by Aroshanti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min

  7. 09/10/2025

    Who were the real Assassins and Templars? (Ep.1: Assassins)

    The Assassins and Templars are two of the most iconic and enigmatic groups associated with the medieval Near East to the point where, even today, myths continue to swirl around their very names and huge entertainment franchises such as Ubisoft's 'Assassin's Creed' are founded on their legacy. But behind the (admittedly thrilling) fantasy, what's the reality? What part did these two groups play in what Dr Steve Tibble has called "the crazy, bloody world of the medieval Near East"? This episode is one of a three-part mini-series: Ep.1: Who were the real Assassins? Ep.2: Who were the real Templars? Ep.3: What parallels can we see between them? This mini-series is based on: Assassins and Templars: A Battle in Myth and Blood Other recommended works by Dr Steve Tibble: Templars: The Knights who made Britain Crusader Criminals: The Knights who went Rogue in the Holy Land The Crusader Strategy The Crusader Armies Further reading: Andrew Jotischky: Crusading and the Crusader States (2nd Ed.) Jonathan Phillips: The Crusades 1095-1204 Jonathan Riley-Smith: The Crusades: A History (4th Ed.)   Social media: Instagram X (Twitter) Threads Facebook LinkedIn Main theme by Aroshanti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  8. 08/29/2025

    What was the Second Barons' War? (Ep.3: Significance)

    It is over 750 years since Simon de Montfort called his 1265 parliament. Is his failed revolution still worth talking about today? Did it even matter at the time? This episode part of a mini-series: Ep.1: What were the causes of the Second Barons' War? Ep.2: What were the events of the Second Barons' War? Ep.3: What is the significance of the Second Barons' War? This mini-series is based on: The Song of Simon de Montfort: England's First Revolutionary and the Death of Chivalry Further reading: Adrian Jobson (ed.): Baronial Reform and Revolution in England 1258-67 David Carpenter: Henry III: The Rise to Power and Personal Rule, 1207-1258 David Carpenter: Henry III: Reform, Rebellion, Civil War, Settlement, 1258-1272 If you would like to keep up to date with all things ‘Teach Medieval’, you can find us on: Instagram: @teachmedieval Twitter: @TeachMedieval Threads: Teach Medieval Facebook: Teach Medieval LinkedIn: Teach Medieval   Music by Aroshanti Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min
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"Hello! I'm Ken and this is Teach Medieval!" Are you interested in the medieval period? Are you studying it at school, college or university? Then we're here for you! 'Teach Medieval' is a podcast channel dedicated to bringing you the most engaging and accessible conversations with the finest experts in the period! So what are you waiting for? Get listening ... and get learning!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Teach Medieval
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    41
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