The Daly Medieval Podcast
Hello to any and all Medievalists out there! My name is Luke Daly and I have an eager passion for all things medieval. As such, tune in every week for videos on the medieval combat sport of Buhurt, podcasts on Medieval History, and updates on my journey as a historian. I do hope you all enjoy it!
Sat, February 18, 2023
A History of Venice: Part 3, Maintaining Prowess
The mystical floating city has inspired many generations and continues to be one of the most visited cities for good reason. Tourists are drawn to a stunning blend of gothic and renaissance architecture, the open-air markets, the infamous gondolas, and the glistening turquoise waters. Here we explore the events which put Venice on the map in our journey into the history of this great maritime empire. You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Instagram: @thedalymedievalpodcast LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, January 28, 2023
Interview with Best-Selling Historian Sharon Bennett Connolly | Ep 6
Welcome all to another podcast interview! In this episode, I am joined with four-time best-selling author Sharon Bennett Connolly. Within this episode, we discuss Sharon's incredible work with medieval women, as well as her journey to become a fantastic author. Enjoy! You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Instagram: @thedalymedievalpodcast LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, January 14, 2023
A History of Venice: Part 2, Ripples of an Empire
The mystical floating city has inspired many generations and continues to be one of the most visited cities for good reason. Tourists are drawn to a stunning blend of gothic and renaissance architecture, the open-air markets, the infamous gondolas, and the glistening turquoise waters. Here we explore the events which put Venice on the map in our 3-part journey into the history of this great maritime empire. You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Instagram: @thedalymedievalpodcast LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, January 07, 2023
A History of Venice: Part 1, Genesis
The mystical floating city has inspired many generations and continues to be one of the most visited cities for good reason. Tourists are drawn to a stunning blend of gothic and renaissance architecture, the open-air markets, the infamous gondolas, and the glistening turquoise waters. Here we explore the genesis of the city and begin our 3-part journey into the history of this great maritime empire. You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Instagram: @thedalymedievalpodcast LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, November 19, 2022
The life of Gregory the Great | Podcast Ep 15
Welcome all to another podcast! The last episode we explored the Age of Justinian and the policies he set forth that would impact the cultural and spiritual identity of Europe. Today, we turn towards Gregory as someone who grew up in this age and was not only influenced by it but also sought to uphold its policies. You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Instagram: @thedalymedievalpodcast LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, November 12, 2022
Roman Questions, Byzantine Answers - Age of Justinian | Podcast Ep 14
Welcome all to another podcast! The Age of Justinian is a historical milestone marking a transition between antiquity and the middle ages. This century-long period say the rise of a distinctly new cultural entity - one which was a fusion of Christianity, Greek, and Roman. Let's explore Byzantium! You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, October 29, 2022
The Controversial Life of St. William of Norwich | Podcast Ep 13
Welcome all to another podcast! William of Norwich was an English boy whose disappearance and killing was, at the time, attributed to the Jewish community of Norwich. It is the first known medieval accusation against Jews of ritual murder. In this video we explore his life, murder, and the sketchy attempts to use the story of William for monetary gain... You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sun, October 23, 2022
Petrarch - His Life and Latin | Podcast Ep 11
Welcome all to another podcast! In the midst of the black death, Petrarch, a beloved poet, was contemplating the anxiety and sorrow of the plague and his own life. In today's episode, we are exploring the influences on Petrarch's life in his writings as well as diving into some of his latin. Enjoy! You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, October 15, 2022
St Augustine - A Man Between Two Worlds | Podcast Ep 11
Welcome all to another podcast! Whilst many histories of the Middle Ages begin with the end of a former world, if we reframe our perspective around one of the greatest and well-known contemporary saints and church fathers in this period, then a vastly different understanding of the birth of the Medieval Era arises. Enjoy! You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sun, October 09, 2022
Interview with Ethnohistorian & Archaeologist, Dr. Alicia Colson | Ep 5
Welcome all to another podcast interview! In this episode, I am joined with ethnohistorian, archaeologist, and co-founder of SES Explore, Dr. Alicia Colson. Within this episode, we discuss Alicia's incredible work with indigenous cultures, the importance of perspective, and adventure. Enjoy! Be sure to check out Alicia's socials: Twitter: @SES_Explore & @colson_alicia SES Explore: https://www.ses-explore.org/ You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Fri, September 30, 2022
Interview with USA Today Bestselling Author & Historian, Deb Hunter | Ep 4
Welcome all to another podcast interview! In this episode, I am joined with bestselling author and creator of 'All Things Tudor' magazine, Deb Hunter. Within this episode, we discuss Deb's inspirational journey, what it takes to be a bestselling author, and how to build a brand of 35,000 members. Enjoy! Be sure to check out Deb's socials: Twitter: @ThingsTudor & @TheDebATL All Things Tudor podcast and Magazine: https://allthingstudor.com/ You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, September 24, 2022
Interview with Award-Winning Archaeologist Dr. James Wright | Ep 3
Welcome all to another podcast interview! In this episode, I am joined with award-winning buildings archaeologist, Dr. James Wright. Within this episode, we discuss James' journey to becoming an archaeologist, stone masonry, and myths about castles. Enjoy! Be sure to check out James' socials: Twitter: @jpwarchaeology You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Tue, September 20, 2022
The Death of a Monarch: A Thousand Years of Tradition | AUDIO VERSION
The Queen's funeral was a remarkable event, but did you know know that it was steeped in Medieval tradition? With that in mind, I wrote this short article about the funeral of Edward III in the 14th century to show just how similar they were. Full Article Here: https://www.medievallatin.com/post/the-death-of-a-monarch-a-thousand-years-of-tradition You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, September 17, 2022
Interview with Maritime Archaeologist and Scuba Diver Alicia Johnson | Ep 2
Welcome all to another podcast interview! In this episode, I am joined with maritime archaeologist, scuba diver, and marine conservationist, Alicia Johnson . Within this episode, we discuss Alicia’s journey to becoming a maritime archaeologist, the importance of cultural heritage, and promoting education and opportunities for women. Enjoy! Be sure to check out Alicia's socials: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AloofNerd Instagram: @aloofnerd Twitter: https://twitter.com/aloof_nerd You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Goodpods: bit.ly/3d2x0r9 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3Sg1zZj My Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sun, September 11, 2022
Hunting, Dragons, and WARFARE | HoD Ep 3
In this episode of the #houseofthedragon podcast, me and #gameofthrones expert Ben are discussing episode 3, its relation to the books, and the history of deer parks! I hope you enjoy! You can also listen to this podcast and my other ones on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3L3EQ05 Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3TVaPDP Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3Bz0OFg Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly... Website: www.medievallatin.com
Fri, September 09, 2022
Interview with Author and Popular Historian Jem Duducu | Ep 1
Welcome to my new mini-series where I interview fascinating professionals from the world of History. Kicking off this series is Jem Duducu, author of 'The Sultans: The Rise and Fall of the Ottoman Rulers and Their World' and 'Forgotten History'. In this episode, we discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of publishing and writing history books. Enjoy! Be sure to follow Jem on his Twitter: @JemDuducu Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3eEJfdO LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Fri, September 09, 2022
My Research on Canterbury Cathedral, c.1213-1230 | Podcast Ep 9
I am back after a hiatus for another episode of the podcast. Whilst away I have been focusing on my Master's Dissertation and wanted to talk about my research and findings. As such, in this episode we will be looking at the treasurer accounts of Canterbury Cathedral c.1213 - 1230 and picking it apart to understand the priory and its relation to the world around it. Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60m0y8YfJUHJzKytR9GN5a LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Fri, September 09, 2022
How to SURVIVE the MIDDLE AGES | Podcast Ep 8
In this episode of the podcast, we are looking at the lives of Medieval women and men, but within that, we are looking at the opportunities and prospects of peasants, merchants, Ecclesiastes, and kings; understanding what it meant to be a woman in the Medieval Era, and exploring what it meant to be a second son or third son to a noble in a bid to understand whether social mobility in this period was fluid, or strict. Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Fri, September 09, 2022
Modern Medievalism: The Romanticisation of the Past | Podcast Ep 7
In this episode of the podcast, we are taking a step back to understand medieval history as a subject - one which many of us study, yet not many of us really know much about. To do so we are venturing forth into the victorian era to discover how medieval history emerged and why. Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60m0y8YfJUHJzKytR9GN5a LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Wed, August 31, 2022
Dragons, Marriage, and POWERFUL Female Rulers | HoD Ep 2
Welcome to the next episode of our new mini-series on the #houseofthedragon ! In this episode, me and game of thrones expert Ben are talking about the show and the new episode, discussing how it relates to the books, and discussing powerful #medieval women and comparing this to Rhaenyra. Timestamps: 0:00 Discussing the Episode 03:00 In the Books... 14:07 Dragonwatch 16:58 Powerful Medieval Women 30:44 Character of the Week Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60m0y8YfJUHJzKytR9GN5a LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Tue, August 30, 2022
Electoral Succession and the Holy Roman Empire | Podcast Ep 6
In this episode of the podcast, we are looking at a type of kingly succession different to the typical 'born to rule' hereditary type we commonly see in the Medieval world. To do this, we are using a variety of contemporary sources to unlock the structure of electoral succession within the Holy Roman Empire which lasted a thousand years all the way until the 1800s. Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Tue, August 30, 2022
Ibn Fadlan and a Multicultural Medieval World | Podcast Ep 5
In this episode of the podcast, we are looking at the multicultural medieval world by taking a trip along the Silk Road with Ibn Fadlan, a 10th Century Muslim who recorded his interactions with the cultures he met, specifically the Rus Vikings. If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, then be sure to read the following: - Brink Stefan; Price, Neil. The Viking World. Routledge, 2011. - Franklin, Simon; Shepard Jonathan. The Emergence of Rus, 750-1200. Longman History, 1996. - Franklin, Simon. Writing, Society and Culture in Early Rus, c.950–1300. Cambridge University Press,2002. - Judith Gabriel. “Among the Norse Tribes: The Remarkable Account of Ibn Fadlan” in Saudi Aramco World, Vol 50, No. 6, 1999. - Pranke, Piotr; Žečević, Milos. Medieval Trade in Central Europe, Scandinavia, and the Balkans. BRILL, 2020. - Roesdahl, Else. The Vikings. Penguin History, London, 2016 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Tue, August 30, 2022
Abbot Suger and Capetian Kingship | Podcast Ep 4
For this very exciting episode, we are diving into my medieval hero - Abbot Suger of St-Denis. Listen to discover how Suger was able to bolster the prominence of his abbey whilst shaping ideas of Frankish feudalism, the nation-state, and Capetian kingship. If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, then be sure to read the following: - Suger. “The Deeds of Louis the Fat.” in Selected Works of Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis, translated by R. C. Cusimano and J. Moorhead. Washington, D.C.: The Catholic University of America Press, 2018. - Abbot Suger and Saint-Denis: a symposium, edited by Paula Liber Gerson, 73-76. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1986. - Naus, James. “Suger of Saint-Denis and the ideology of crusade” in Constructing Kingship: The Capetian Monarchs of France and the Early Crusades, 59-84. Manchester University Press. 2016. Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sun, August 28, 2022
How MEDIEVAL is House of the Dragon? | HoD Ep 1
Welcome to a new mini-series on the #houseofthedragon! In this episode, me and game of thrones expert Ben are talking about the show and the new episode, discussing how it relates to the books, and comparing the tournament scenes of the episode to actual #medieval tournaments. There is also a showcase of my armour as we compare the #gameofthrones armour to real historical armour. Head to Twitter for pictures from Rene's Tournament Book! Timestamps: 0:00 Discussing the Episode 10:05 In the Books... 20:00 Dragonwatch 28:26 Medieval Tournaments and ARMOUR! 01:18:10 Character of the Week For more information on medieval tournaments, see: King René's Tournament Book Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60m0y8YfJUHJzKytR9GN5a LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, August 20, 2022
Medieval English Pilgrims - Who? What? Where? | Podcast Ep 3
Today's episode is one dear to me as this is my area of expertise and interest. The episode focuses on Medieval English Pilgrims and seeks to answer a few questions: Who were these pilgrims? What did pilgrims donate and offer shrines? How did pilgrims worship in this era? In what ways do we research pilgrims? As always, thank you for listening and check out below a selection of sources to delve into if you're interested, followed by my social media links. - Woodruff's article in Archaeologia Cantiana, - Benjamin Nilson, Cathedral Shrines, - Finucane's Miracles and Pilgrims - Alison Stones, 2 volume, edition of the Pilgrim's Guide to Santiago. Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, August 20, 2022
Medieval Unions, Composite States, & The Kalmar Union | Podcast Ep 2
For today's episode, we are moving away from conquest, and towards political unions and the concept of 'Composite States'. In doing so we will be using the Kalmar Union (1397 to 1523) as a case study to explore the topic. If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, then be sure to read the following: - Elliott, J. H., ‘A Europe of Composite Monarchies’, Past & Present 137 (1992), pp. 48–71 - Koenigsberger, Helmut G. 'Composite States, Representative Institutions and the American Revolution,' Historical Research 62 (1989), pp. 135–53. Material on the Kalmar Union: - Thomas Riis, 'The states of Scandinavia', The New Cambridge Medieval History, c.1415-c.1500, ed. C. Allmand, Cambridge 1998. - S. C. Rowell, 'Baltic Europe', and Claude Michaud, 'The kingdoms of Central Europe in the fourteenth century' in The New Cambridge Medieval History, c.1300-c.1415 Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
Sat, August 20, 2022
Medieval English Imperialism and Concepts of 'Englishness' | Podcast Ep 1
For our opening episode, we are looking at the origins of English Imperialism, and the question of England's place within the British Isles, here across the long span from the 1180s through to the 1320s. If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more, then be sure to read the following: - John Gillingham, "The Beginnings of English Imperialism", Journal of Historical Sociology Vol. 5 No. 4 December 1992 - Gerald of Wales, Journey Through Wales - Gerald of Wales, The History and Topography of Ireland - The Declaration of Arbroath - Nicholas Vincent's chapter on Angevin Ireland in the New Cambridge History of Ireland Thank you ever so much for watching, be sure to follow me on these socials: Twitter: https://twitter.com/LukeDaly99 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-daly-6899121a0/ Website: www.medievallatin.com
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