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  • Women in Ancient Greek & Roman Literature

      Podcast
    In this podcast Dr Richard Hawley of Royal Holloway, University of London looks at women in Ancient Greek and Roman literature.
    Women in Ancient Greek & Roman Literature
  • An Introduction to Women in Greece and Rome

      Podcast
    In this podcast Dr Richard Hawley of Royal Holloway, University of London examines some of the difficulties we have with the evidence when constructing the history of Women in Ancient Greece & Rome.
    An Introduction to Women in Greece and Rome
  • Ancient Greece & Rome: Similarities and Differences

      Ancient European History
    In this podcast Dr Ursula Rothe & Dr Colin Andrews of the Open University discuss how the social, moral and religious life in Rome differed from that of ancient Greece.
    Ancient Greece & Rome: Similarities and Differences
  • Latin Poets and their Role in Roman Society

      Ancient European History
    In this podcast Dr Joanna Paul & Dr Paula Jones of the Open University discuss the role and significance of the Latin Poets in Roman society.
    Latin Poets and their Role in Roman Society
  • Ancient Greek Myths and Legends

      Ancient European History
    In this podcast Dr Fiona Hobden of the University of Liverpool looks at what Greek myths and legends can tell us about how the early ancient Greeks saw their world.
    Ancient Greek Myths and Legends
  • After the Civil War: The Rise of an Economic Power

      A History of the United States
    In this podcasts Dr Christopher Phelps of the University of Nottingham discusses how did the United States developed into being the dominant economic power of the early 20th century.
    After the Civil War: The Rise of an Economic Power
  • The Origins and Structure of the Roman Republic

      Ancient European History
    In this podcast Dr Federico Santangelo of the University of Newcastle looks at the origins of the Roman Republic, how was it structured and how did the Republic developed politically and culturally.
    The Origins and Structure of the Roman Republic
  • The Indus Valley Civilisation (3300BC to 1300BC)

      Ancient World History
    In this set of podcasts Dr Mark Manuel of the University of Durham looks at the Indus Valley Civilisation. The Indus Valley Civilisation, also known as the Indus Civilisation or the Harappan Civilisation was a Bronze Age civilisation in the northwestern regions of South Asia, lasting from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE, and in its mature form 2600 BCE to 1900 BCE. Together with ancient...
    The Indus Valley Civilisation (3300BC to 1300BC)
  • George I and George II

      18th Century British History
    In this podcast Lucy Worsley of Historic Royal Palaces looks at the early Georgians, the changing relationship between Parliament and Monarchy and Court Politics under George I and George II.
    George I and George II
  • Darwin: Human Evolution & Darwin's Legacy

      The History of Science
    In this podcast Professor Jim Secord and Dr Alison Pearn of the Darwin Correspondence Project examine the significance of the publication of Darwin's 'The Descent of Man', theological controversy, Darwin's family and Darwin's legacy.
    Darwin: Human Evolution & Darwin's Legacy
  • Charles Darwin's Early Life & the Voyage of the Beagle

      The History of Science
    In this podcast Professor Jim Secord and Dr Alison Pearn of the Darwin Correspondence Project look at Darwin's early life, education and the Voyage of the Beagle.
    Charles Darwin's Early Life & the Voyage of the Beagle
  • Akbar and the consolidation of Mughal control

      The History of India
    In this podcast Ushma Williams looks at the consolidation of Mughal control over India, political and economic developments, the impact of India on Akbar and the Mughal relationship with the Safavids, Ottomans and Europeans.
    Akbar and the consolidation of Mughal control
  • Origins of the European Financial Markets

      Podcast
    In this podcast Dr Anne Murphy of the University of Hertfordshire looks at the early origins of the European financial markets from the Italian Renaissance to the present day. Dr Murphy also provides a useful introduction to finance, the stock market and the bond market.
    Origins of the European Financial Markets
  • British Women 1500-1700

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Laura Gowing of King's College London looks at the how the role of women changed in Britain, both within the family and within society, between 1500-1700.
    British Women 1500-1700
  • Parliamentary Politics in the 18th Century

      The History of Democracy in Britain
    In this podcast Dr Nigel Aston of the University of Leicester discusses the development of Parliament and Party politics in 18th century Britain.
    Parliamentary Politics in the 18th Century
  • Class in 18th Century Britain

      18th Century British History
    In this podcast Professor Roey Sweet of the University of Leicester looks at the development of 'class' in 18th century Britain and Ireland.
    Class in 18th Century Britain
  • Women in 18th Century Britain

      18th Century British History
    In this podcast Professor Roey Sweet of the University of Leicester looks at how the lives of British women were transformed in the 18th century.
    Women in 18th Century Britain
  • Parliament & Constitutional Change 1660-1702

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Tony Claydon looks at Parliamentary and constitutional change between 1660-1702.
    Parliament & Constitutional Change 1660-1702
  • James II, William III and the Glorious Revolution

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Tony Claydon of Bangor University discusses the Glorious Revolution of 1688.
    James II, William III and the Glorious Revolution
  • How close was England to Absolutism 1660-88?

      Early Modern British History
    In this podcast Professor John Miller of Queen Mary University of London looks at English Absolutism 1660-88.
    How close was England to Absolutism 1660-88?
  • The Civil War: England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales.

      Early Modern British History
    In this podcast Professor Michael Braddick looks at the impact of the Civil War on relations between England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales.
    The Civil War: England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales.
  • Why did the Royalists lose the first Civil War?

      Early Modern British History
    In this podcast Dr Andrew Hopper of the University of Leicester examines why the Royalists lost the first Civil War.
    Why did the Royalists lose the first Civil War?
  • Why did the Civil War break out in 1642?

      Early Modern British History
    In this podcast Dr Andrew Hopper of the University of Leicester discusses some of the reasons why the Civil War broke out in 1642.
    Why did the Civil War break out in 1642?
  • The Road to the First English Civil War

      Early Modern British History
    In this podcast Professor Jackie Eales of Canterbury Christchurch University and former President of the Historical Association looks at the road to the First Civil War.
    The Road to the First English Civil War
  • Henry VII and Henry VIII

      Medieval British History
    In this short podcast Dr Sean Cunningham looks at the relationship between Henry VII and his young heir Henry VIII.
    Henry VII and Henry VIII