Western Civ

Continuing where we left off, in this episode, we cover the transition of the Reconquista from small-scale raids to full-blown crusades. As the Almoravid Caliphate collapses the Kingdoms of Castile and Aragon begin pushing south with purpose.  Check out our website for more content: westerncivpodcast.com Become a Patron today and for only $2 per month get access to ALL our bonus episodes and more! Check it out at patreon.com/westerncivpodcast

This time we begin our series covering the Reconquista. The Reconquista was the long and sometimes confusing process whereby the small Christian Kingdoms of Northern Spain slowly wrested control of the Iberian Peninsula from the Muslim caliphates that ruled it after defeating the Visigoths in 722 CE. In this episode, we cover the beginning of the struggle up to the pivotal 11th Century.  Check out our website for more: westerncivpodcast.com Become a Patron today to support the show at patreon.com/westerncivpodcast

A quick bonus preview of our "History of Western Thought" series. In Part Four, we cover early Catholic thought between St. Augustine and Thomas Aquinas.  Check out the full episode at our website: westerncivpodcast.com Or, become a Patron today and get access to all our bonus materials plus support the show for as little as $1.00 per month. www.patreon.com/westerncivpodcast

An interview with author and translator Robin Waterfield whose new translation of Meditations by Marcus Aurelius became available on April 9. Buy a copy of the book HERE. For those interested in stoicism, check out our bonus episode on the History of Western Thought at westerncivpodcast.com.  Or become a Patron today to get all our bonus episodes at patreon.com/westerncivpodcast

A quick bonus look at my recently-recorded Shakespeare murder mystery novel: If It Were Done.  To purchase the full audiobook, check out our website westerncivpodcast.com Or, become a Patron today for access to ALL our bonus episodes, audiobooks, and early episodes at patreon.com/westerncivpodcast

Richard III murders his nephews and seizes power. Yet, before he gets too comfortable, Henry Tudor crosses the Channel and the final War of the Roses begins.

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After the Battle of Towton, Edward IV became the first Yorkist King of England. But, the Wars of the Roses know no boundaries and soon Edward found the crown easier to win than hold.  Check out our website at westerncivpodcast.com Become a Patron today at patreon.com/westerncivpodcast

York takes over with Henry VI in tow. But, how long can he keep the masses happy as the power behind the throne? Check out our website at westerncivpodcast.com Become a Patron today at patreon.com/westerncivpodcast

St. Patrick's Day today is synonymous with drinking, the color green, and parades. But, it was not always that way. Learn about how the holiday developed and, over time, became a way for the Irish diaspora to celebrate their heritage.  Become a Patron today at Patreon.com/westerncivpodcast for bonus episodes and full-length audiobooks.

As the 1440's come to a close, those around Henry VI begin to come to terms with his ineptitude. First, the Duke of Suffolk and then the Duke of Somerset tries to control the government from behind the scenes. Both lose their heads. Ultimately, one man steps into power: Richard, Duke of York.  Check out our website for more content at westerncivpodcast.com Become a Patron today for as little as $1.00 per month at patreon.com/westerncivpodcast