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March 26, 2024MTP021 - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 7
Episode 7 of...
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
by
Mark Twain
In the last episode Merlin was trying to restore water to the well. He gives up, telling the monks an demon has cursed the well and no one can break the curse. Hank agrees but says he can break the curse.
Hank uses his knowledge to fix the well and installs a pump so the monks won’t have to draw the water by hand.
Hank learns King Arthur is on his way to the Valley of Holiness to see the fountain first hand. However a lowly magician tells the monks the king isn’t coming. Hank makes preparations for King Arthur by himself and the monks are caught unaware and looking foolish.
King Arthur holds court while in the Valley of Holiness and Hank sees first hand how the King sides with the upper class and nobility over the common people.
Will Hank confront King Arthur about his bias? Will he start a rebellion to dissolve the Monarchy?
(00:00) - Medieval Tales Podcast 21
(00:12) - Welcome Back
(00:16) - On the Last episode
(01:13) - CHAPTER XXVI: THE FIRST NEWSPAPER
(21:33) - CHAPTER XXVII: THE YANKEE AND THE KING TRAVEL INCOGNITO
(38:04) - CHAPTER XXVIII: DRILLING THE KING
(47:30) - CHAPTER XXIX: THE SMALL-POX HUT
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1 hr 2 min
March 21, 2024MTP020 - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 6
Episode 6 of...
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
by
Mark Twain
Hank and Sandy finally made it to the Ogres castle. Or did they. Turns out the ogres are pig farmers. Hank buys their pigs and Sandy embraces the pigs like sister.
The next morning Sandy cooks the pigs a great breakfast.
Hank and Sandy leave the pigs and run into a group of pilgrims heading to the Valley of Holiness. Hank then meets one of his knights who tells him the fountain in the Valley of Holiness has stopped flowing and the monks have called for the Boss and Merlin to restore the miracle.
Hank and Sandy arrive at the Valley of Holiness and Merlin is already working to restore the fountain. Hank tells the monks he won’t try until Merlin gives up.
Will Hank deliver on his promise and restore the fountain? Will he perform another miracle and upset Merlin again.
(00:00) - Medieval Tales Podcast 20
(00:12) - Welcome Back
(00:17) - On the Last Episode
(01:17) - CHAPTER XXIII: RESTORATION OF THE FOUNTAIN
(18:18) - CHAPTER XXIV: A RIVAL MAGICIAN
(39:41) - CHAPTER XXV: A COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION
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1 hr 7 min
March 19, 2024MTP019 - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 5
Episode 5 of...
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
by
Mark Twain
Hank and Sandy ride to the castle of Morgan le Fay. After meeting Morgan, Hank compliments her bother, King Arthur and Morgan orders him to be thrown in the Dungeon. Sandy speaks up saying Morgan shouldn't anger 'The Boss' as Hank is known or he will bring down a terrible vengeance on Morgan.
Morgan has a grand feast and afterward takes Hank to the dungeon to witness a peasant being torture. Hank orders a stop to it and Morgan agrees to avoid upsetting The Boss. Hank talks to the man and then sends him to his factory instead of executing him.
Hank then looks through Morgan's dungeon and releases all but one prisoner. Sending a few back to his factory.
The next day Hank and Sandy ride out. Hank asks Sandy to continue her story of the seven knights on their journey.
What waits for Hank? Where will he and Sandy end up next?
(00:00) - Welcome Back
(00:14) - On the last episode
(01:13) - CHAPTER XX: THE OGRE’S CASTLE
(16:04) - CHAPTER XXI: THE PILGRIMS
(42:05) - CHAPTER XXII: THE HOLY FOUNTAIN
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1 hr 5 min
March 14, 2024MTP018 - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 4
Episode 4 of...
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
by
Mark Twain
Hank finally gets his quest. He will accompany Sandy to rid her of the nasty Ogres. He chooses to wear Plate Armor and discovers just how heavy and uncomfortable it is, realizing he should have chosen chain.
Hank meets a group of Freeman and asks them if they would about the government, which they don’t really understand. Hank thinks he could start a rebellion like Wat Tyler or Jack Cade.
I’ll say one thing, I hope Hank knows his history, the rebellions didn’t turn out well for Tyler or Cade. If you want to learn more about the Peasant’s Revolt led by Wat Tyler check out or other Podcast, Medieval Archives. The Peasant’s Revolt is at https://medievalarchives.com/30 and the story of Jack Cade’s Rebellion is at https://medievalarchives.com/72
Hank and Sandy continue their journey encounter a few knight who challenge Hank. He defeats them using his pipe and some trickery. When Hank asks about the Knights, Sandy tells him a tale of Sir Gawain and his men.
Where will Hank and Sandy go next? Will he defeat the Ogres?
(00:12) - Welcome to the Medieval Tales Podcast
(00:17) - On the last episode...
(00:50) - The Peasent's Revolt https://medievalarchives.com/30
(00:56) - Jack Cade's Rebellion https://medievalarchives.com/72
(01:31) - CHAPTER XVI: MORGAN LE FAY
(15:35) - CHAPTER XVII: A ROYAL BANQUET
(34:02) - CHAPTER XVIII: IN THE QUEEN’S DUNGEONS
(57:10) - CHAPTER XIX: KNIGHT ERRANTRY AS A TRADE
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(01:04:31) - Producers Watned, Get Your Name in LIghts!
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1 hr 6 min
March 12, 2024MTP017 - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 3
Episode 3 of...
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
by
Mark Twain
On the last episode Hank is awaiting his execution when he is informed it’s been moved up a day. Clarence was wrong the date and while they are tying Hank to the stake the eclipse begins. King Arthur begs him to spare the sun and Hank agrees only if Arthur make him the chief advisor.
Hank performs another magical feat when he orders lightning to hit the Merlin’s tower. Everyone is in awe and Merlin loses all his control over the kingdom.
Hank set out to modernize Camelot and over a number of years set up a newspaper, telegraph lines, and established military academies.
What will Hank do next? Will be go on a quest to gain credibility in Camelot?
Speaking of eclipses... Did you know there’s solar eclipse this year in North America? 08 Apr 2024, the path of totality stretches from Durango, Mexico up through Texas, Arkansas, Southern Illinois, Ohio, New York, Toronto, Montreal and making it’s way over New Brunswick before leaving North America.
If you live in the path of totality be sure to get outside on 08 Apr and see the eclipse. It’s an incredible experience. Just don’t look at the sun directly, it’s bad for your eyes.
If you live in Ireland, Wales or Southwest England you will see about a 85% eclipse about an hour or so before sunset.
Ok, Let’s see what Hank is up to in the next exciting episode of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
(00:00) - Intro Music & Welcome
(00:18) - Last time on the show...
(02:12) - CHAPTER XI: THE YANKEE IN SEARCH OF ADVENTURES
(18:50) - CHAPTER XII: SLOW TORTURE
(28:28) - CHAPTER XIII: FREEMEN!
(46:32) - CHAPTER XIV: DEFEND THEE, LORD!
(54:37) - CHAPTER XV: SANDY’S TALE
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1 hr 14 min
March 07, 2024MTP016 - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 2
We’re continuing our journey through...
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
by
Mark Twain
After getting into an argument at work and hit in the head with a crowbar Hank Morgan is whisked back in time to Camelot, King Arthur and the Knights of the Round table. Never start a fight with a guy named Hercules!
Hank wakes up and thinks he’s in an asylum called Camelot but soon discovers he is in the year 528. As the prisoner of Sir Kay, Hnak witnesses King Arthur and his Knights. He also meets Merlin who tells the tale of how King Arthur received his mighty sword.
After Sir Kay tells how he captured Hank, Hank is striped and sent to the dungeon to await his execution the next day.
Hank, remembering there was an eclipse in 528, claims he is a great magician and he will blot out the sun at the time of his execution.
What’s in store for Hank? Will he be executed? Or will the eclipse convince them he is a great and powerful magician?
Grab a cup of mead, find a cozy spot to sit and enjoy the first part of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court.
(00:10) - Welcome back!
(00:16) - In the lat episode...
(01:41) - CHAPTER VI: THE ECLIPSE
(16:02) - CHAPTER VII: MERLIN’S TOWER
(30:35) - CHAPTER VIII: THE BOSS
(44:47) - CHAPTER IX: THE TOURNAMENT
(58:20) - CHAPTER X: BEGINNINGS OF CIVILIZATION
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1 hr 10 min
March 05, 2024MTP015 - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court, Part 1
We’re on to a new book and it’s the time traveling adventure,
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
by
Mark Twain
In the 19th century, engineer Hank Morgan receives a blow to the head and is transported back in time to the time of King Arthur and his knights of the round table. Hank uses his knowledge and sets himself up as a rival to Merlin. Will he modernize Camelot and change the course of history?
I first read this book in 7th or 8th grade and loved it. The idea of traveling back in time and keeping all your modern knowledge is enticing. Knowing your history you’d be seen as a god or prophet foretelling the future. Or maybe you’d overstep and be burned at the stake as an evil witch. It’s a fine line between saint and sinner.
If you were thrown back to the Middle Ages what would you do? Would you use your knowledge to change history? I bet the biggest obstacle is the language barrier. Start brushing up on your Latin and Old English.
Grab a cup of mead, find a cozy spot to sit and enjoy the first part of A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court.
(00:12) - Welcome back
(01:33) - PREFACE
(03:41) - A WORD OF EXPLANATION
(06:57) - HOW SIR LAUNCELOT SLEW TWO GIANTS, AND MADE A CASTLE FREE
(12:37) - THE STRANGER’S HISTORY
(17:57) - THE TALE OF THE LOST LAND
(18:00) - CHAPTER I: CAMELOT
(22:54) - CHAPTER II: KING ARTHUR’S COURT
(35:03) - CHAPTER III: KNIGHTS OF THE TABLE ROUND
(48:09) - CHAPTER IV: SIR DINADAN THE HUMORIST
(55:27) - CHAPTER V: AN INSPIRATION
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1 hr 9 min
February 27, 2024MTP014 - Beowulf, Part 3, finis
We are at the exciting conclusion of Beowulf.
Beowulf
by
Anonymous; Translated by Gummere
In the last episode, Grendel’s mother the ‘monstrous hell-bride’ enacted her revenge and killed Hrothgar’s chief adviser.
Hrothgar seeks Beowulf’s help to kill Grendel’s mother and rid the land of her evil. Beowulf agrees and Hrothgar leads him to a mysterious lake which he believes is the home of Grendel’s mother.
Beowulf finds the monsters lair and a fight ensues. Beowulf grabs an ancient sword from the wall and decapitates Grendel’s mother. Beowulf is successful and saves the land from the evil.
Can Beowulf retire into a life a peace? Will he be called on again to save the land from danger?

We continue the adventures of Prince Beowulf . In the last episode Grendel attacked Hrothgar and his men during a feast and continued the attacks for 12 years. Beowulf hears of Grendel’s actions and vows to destroy him. He sails for Denmark to meet the King and rid the land of Grendel.
In a fierce battle Beowulf rips off Grendel’s arm causing the demon to flee and die in his lair. Hrothgar celebrates the victory and rewards Beowulf with treasures and throws a feats in his honor.
What new adventure awaits for Beowulf? Will he remain the Hero?
(00:11) - Welcome back
(00:20) - Last time on the Medieval Tales Podcast
(00:55) - Beowulf Conclusion
(01:03) - XXX
(05:37) - XXXI
(09:31) - XXXII
(13:06) - XXXIII
(20:21) - XXXIV
(24:58) - XXXV
(27:45) - XXXVI
(31:14) - XXXVII
(34:59) - XXXVIII
(37:50) - XXXIX
(43:37) - XL
(47:41) - XLI
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(50:43) - See you next episode
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52 min
February 22, 2024MTP013 - Beowulf, Part 2
Beowulf
by
Anonymous
Translated by Gummere
We continue the adventures of Prince Beowulf . In the last episode Grendel attacked Hrothgar and his men during a feast and continued the attacks for 12 years. Beowulf hears of Grendel’s actions and vows to destroy him. He sails for Denmark to meet the King and rid the land of Grendel.
In a fierce battle Beowulf rips off Grendel’s arm causing the demon to flee and die in his lair. Hrothgar celebrates the victory and rewards Beowulf with treasures and throws a feats in his honor.
What new adventure awaits for Beowulf? Will he remain the Hero?
(00:14) - Last time on Beowulf
(00:57) - XVIII
(04:04) - XIX
(07:47) - XX
(11:01) - XXI
(15:16) - XXII
(19:29) - XXIII
(24:11) - XXIV
(29:11) - XXV
(32:55) - XXVI
(36:41) - XXVII
(40:27) - XXVIII
(49:34) - XXIX
(53:45) - Share the show with your friends!
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(54:00) - Come back for the exciting conclusion to Beowulf
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55 min
February 20, 2024MTP012 - Beowulf, Part 1
Beowulf
by
Anonymous
Translated by Gummere
Beowulf is an epic poem originally written in Old English (also called Anglo-Saxon) about a Scandinavian prince named Beowulf. It was written somewhere between the seventh and tenth centuries by an unknown author. Though the specific characters and plot are mostly fictional, the poem paints a historical picture of sixth-century Scandinavia.
Beowulf focuses on the his adventures and victories. Beowulf battles a humanoid demon named Grendel, then against Grendel’s vengeful mother, and lastly against a fearsome dragon.
(00:11) - Welcome and new book
(01:13) - Beowulf Prelude
(04:03) - I
(07:12) - II
(10:49) - III
(14:19) - IV
(17:21) - V
(19:56) - VI
(24:00) - VII
(26:13) - VIII
(29:07) - IX
(34:06) - X
(36:27) - XI
(40:18) - XII
(42:26) - XIII
(46:23) - XIV
(49:28) - XV
(52:21) - XVI
(56:09) - XVII
(59:56) - Share the Show
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(01:00:17) - See you next time for Beowulf Part 2
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1 hr 1 min

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Step into a world of knights, castles, and epic adventures and immerse yourself in exciting stories, filled with chivalry, honor, and timeless wisdom. From the enchanting realms of Camelot to the treacherous battles of the Crusades, we explore literary masterpieces that transport you to a bygone era.