The History of English Podcast

Thomas Johnson
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Exploring forgotten stories, ancient civilizations, legendary figures, mysterious events, wars, empires, and the untold moments that shaped history. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

  1. 13h ago

    Episode 35: English Sounds and Roman Letters

    As the sounds of English evolved in the 7th century, the first English scribes began to write the language with the Roman alphabet.  But the English scribes had to invent ways to represent the unique sounds of Old English.  In this episode, we explore the first English alphabet and the lingering effect of that alphabet on modern English spellings. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

  2. 1d ago

    Episode_34_Sounds_Like_Old_English

    The sound of English began to change as soon as the first Anglo-Saxons arrived in Britain. We explore the specific sound changes which occurred and the impact which those changes had on modern English.   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

  3. 2d ago

    Episode 33 Missionaries and Manuscripts

    In this episode, we explore the events which led to the first document written in the English language – the laws of Aethelbert of Kent.  We look at the rise of monasteries, the role of St. Patrick in the conversion … Continue reading → Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

  4. 3d ago ·  Bonus

    Bonus Episode Let Me ‘Buoy’ Your Spirits

    How do you pronounce ‘buoy’? In this bonus episode, we explore the history of the word and the reasons why the word is pronounced differently in various parts of the English-speaking world. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

  5. 4d ago

    Episode 32 The Oldest English

    We explore the early Anglo-Saxon kingdoms and their regional Old English dialects.  The ‘Saxons’ soon become the ‘English.’  And ‘English’ provides the name of a new nation. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

  6. 4d ago

    Episode 31 Saxons, Franks and Other West Germans

    During the period of the Anglo-Saxon migrations, the West Germanic tribes of northern Europe continued to fight for power against the Romans and against each other. This period saw the emergence of the High German dialects, the creation of the … Continue reading → Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

  7. 5d ago

    Episode 30 The Celtic Legacy

    We explore the linguistic legacy of the native Celtic Britons on Modern English. The historical legacy of the legendary Celtic king named Arthur is also examined. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

  8. 5d ago

    Episode 29 The Anglo-Saxon Invasion

    The Anglo-Saxons arrived in the British shores as permanent settlers in the 5th century. They encountered native Britons who spoke Latin and Celtic languages. The two groups soon fought for control of the region we know today as England.  We explore this period of ‘lost’ history by examining the few pieces of written and archaeological evidence which survive. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

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Exploring forgotten stories, ancient civilizations, legendary figures, mysterious events, wars, empires, and the untold moments that shaped history. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-history-of-english-podcast--7438549/support.

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