The History of Paris

Hugo Kennedy

A weekly history podcast, telling the story of Paris from ancient history to the present day.

  1. 2d ago

    28. All Good Things Must Pass

    No one goes on forever and Charlemagne in his last years dealt with rebellion and family tragedy before leaving a precarious future for his heirs, for Europe and for Paris.

    24 min

  2. 6d ago

    27. The Roman Empire Strikes Back

    Charlemagne had conquered and stabilised the Frankish Kingdoms, embellishing its churches and encouraging learning and education, where could he go from here? Become an Emperor of course.

    21 min

  3. Apr 21

    26. The Carolingian Renaissance

    Alcuin of York, one of Charlemagne's greatest friends and teachers was one of the most brilliant people of his age, and his work supported by the great king would lay the seeds of learning and knowledge that lives still to this day in Paris.

    23 min

  4. Apr 9

    25. The Birth of a Legend

    Charlemagne stands astride the early medieval world like a colossus and his achievements will lay the foundation for a period of artistic renaissance that will bless Paris to this day. Threats are aplenty to his rule, but he pretty much consistently will rise to the challenge and overcome them with aplomb.

    22 min

  5. Apr 2

    24. Friends in High Places

    Pepin the Short had deposed the Merovingians, but he needed legitimacy, and if there was one man who could give him that, it was the Pope in Rome.

    21 min

  6. Mar 28

    23. Pepin the Short

    What do you do to make yourself stand out when your father is the most famous person in Europe? Make yourself a king of course. Pepin the Short's reign continues the steady rise of the Carolingian family.

    21 min

  7. Mar 15

    22. Charles Martel - The Craftsman

    Charles Martel was not just a warrior and his far-reaching reforms set the stage for the incredible power and wondrous creations of his successors. This week we say goodbye to Charles the Hammer, and meet his son, who has a far less cool nickname.

    21 min

  8. Mar 10

    21. Charles Martel - The Hammer

    Charles Martel wins his greatest victory at Tours and is anointed as preeminent ruler of the Franks in Paris, while new innovations and new forces come to make their impact felt and leave their mark on the Frankish kingdoms and Paris.

    23 min
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About

A weekly history podcast, telling the story of Paris from ancient history to the present day.

Information

  • Creator
    Hugo Kennedy
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hugo Kennedy
  • Show Website
    The History of Paris

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