3 questions about 3 famous battles! Commanders, tactics, and battle grounds - How well do you know the famous battles of the ancient and early medieval world?   Interested in classical literature - here's a quiz about the classics - on Literature, Laughter, and Learning

From founding myths to the twilight of the Roman city - How well do you know Ancient Rome? In this episode you can guess along on 3 questions on Ancient Rome from its founding to its end. Answers are provided at the end of the episode.    Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

The aftermath and long term consequences of the Stockholm Bloodbath  From a dream of unity to the concept of individual kings and kingdoms.    Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

The daring, deadly, and disastrous events of 7th-10th November 1520 which concluded with blood flowing in the streets of Stockholm.   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

Did one man's years long quest for vengeance lead to hundreds of deaths in the Stockholm Bloodbath? King Christian marches on Sweden, intent on conquering the kingdom - and while he amasses an ocean of enemies - he finds an unexpected ally at the centre of a power struggle in Sweden.   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

Villain? Hero? Duke of...? 5 interesting facts about Richard III whose name will forever be linked to the mystery of the Princes in the Tower, his own two nephews, one of them heir to the throne - who disappeared without a trace. Richard III - a king whose legacy still divides opinions!   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

The dreams, hopes, and ideals of a united North, would ultimately be realised by an ambitious queen. Who fought, schemed, killed, and died to make the union of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark happen - events which would lead to a horrific bloodbath?   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

On 4th November 1520, the kingdoms of Norway, Denmark, and Sweden were united under the rule of one King. But days later, a bloodbath occurred in the town square of the Swedish capital, Stockholm, with roots in late medieval feuds and with ramifications felt for centuries... This series examines the what and why of the Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520. Part 1: The Danish angle.   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

A quiz about Ancient Rome Do you know the answers: Remembered words Friends, foes, and allies A pivotal moment...and many more   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

Do you know the answers to history facts about: A battle for the ages A legendary conqueror A lost child in WWII Part 2 of a quick history quiz. Next episode upload will be in 2 weeks, regular schedule.   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

Extra history episode with a quick quiz, based on 3 historical films Do you know the answers to history facts about: A violent upheaval The "other" hero The ambitious outwit the angry   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

Second and concluding episode on this 2 part series on the amazing life and adventures of the 12th century adventurer, Margaret of Beverley, who walked from Yorkshire into the heart of some of the pivotal battles of the late 12th century - and lived to see the wonders of Rome - and survived a death sentence at the hands of her foes...    Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

A Re-edit (of an earlier episode) and more info in this 2 part series on the amazing life and adventures of the 12th century adventurer, Margaret of Beverley, who walked from Yorkshire into the heart of some of the pivotal battles of the late 12th century.

The fantastic history of Robert Carey's incredible horseback ride from Richmond Palace in England to Scotland in just 2 days, in March 1603 -  in a dash to be the first to bend the knee to a new Stuart king. A story of death, ambition, a secret ring, and friends in the right places...   For the full story of the last days of Elizabeth I - see the 3 part podcast episode Last Days of Elizabeth I

The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire.  In this concluding episode, we explore the aftermath and wide ranging effects of the Justinian Plague - and speculate on what might have happened, had the plague not left Constantinople, ravaged, hungry - and bereft of half its population?   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire.  Why did the plague pandemic erupt at this particular time in history?In this third episode, the possible meteorological, biological, and socio-cultural events which affected the progression of the plague are examined.    Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire.  In this second episode, the emperor persists with his dreams of conquest even as Constantinople is ravaged by the plague. But enemies take stock of a weakened city...and internal conflict threatens to overwhelm the hard hit citizens...   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

The Justinian Plague of 542 CE ravaged the mighty city of Constantinople and had lasting consequences for the Eastern Roman Empire.  In this first episode, the plague arrives by grain ship - and as physicians are overwhelmed, the emperor is preoccupied with other matters...   Like classical literature? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning

Part 2/2 Arthur Ransome's fantastic escapes in 1919 Arthur Ransome is best remembered as a successful author of children's books, most notably Swallows and Amazons. But in 1919 he had a series of truly remarkable, daring, improbable - and fantastic escapes through partisan forests and vast landscapes, as he attempted to reach Estonia and escape with the woman, he loved.   Like classical literature or film reviews in general? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning Email for the podcast Restlesstimesinhistory@gmail.com

Part 1/2 Arthur Ransome's fantastic escapes in 1919 Arthur Ransome is best remembered as a successful author of children's books, most notably Swallows and Amazons. But in 1919 he had a series of truly remarkable, daring, improbable - and fantastic escapes through partisan forests and vast landscapes, as he attempted to reach Estonia and escape with the woman, he loved.   Like classical literature or film reviews in general? Consider listening to my other channel as well: Literature, Laughter, and Learning