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  • 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
  • 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
  • Gladstone and Disraeli - Reform and Rivalry

      Podcasted history: The History of Democracy in Britain
    In this podcast Professor Eric Evans discusses the relationship and rivalry between Gladstone and Disraeli and their reforms.
    Gladstone and Disraeli - Reform and Rivalry
  • Britain & Ireland 800 - 60 BC

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 800 - 60 BC.
    Britain & Ireland 800 - 60 BC
  • Britain & Ireland 1500 - 800 BC

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 1500 - 800 BC.
    Britain & Ireland 1500 - 800 BC
  • Britain & Ireland 3000 - 1500 BC

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 3000 - 1500 BC.
    Britain & Ireland 3000 - 1500 BC
  • Britain & Ireland 4,200 - 3000 BC

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 4,200 - 3000 BC.
    Britain & Ireland 4,200 - 3000 BC
  • Britain & Ireland 10,000 - 4,200 BC

      Podcast
    In this podcast Professor Richard Bradley of the University of Reading looks at prehistoric Britain and Ireland in the years 10,000 - 4,200 BC.
    Britain & Ireland 10,000 - 4,200 BC
  • Crime and Punishment - Roman to Early Modern

      Podcast
    This podcast gives you an overview of the main changes and continuities in crime, punishment, trials and policing between the end of the Roman Empire and the beginning of the Early Modern Period. Rome to Early Modern Crime and Punishment>>>
    Crime and Punishment - Roman to Early Modern
  • Intellectual & Scientific Revolution in Britain

      Podcast
    In this podcast Dr Nigel Aston of the University of Leicester looks at the origins of the Enlightenment in England.
    Intellectual & Scientific Revolution in 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?
  • 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
  • Henry VII - decreasing the power of the Nobility

      Medieval British History
    In this podcast Dr Sean Cunnigham examines how did Henry VII decreased the power of the nobility whilst simultaneously increasing the power of the monarchy.
    Henry VII - decreasing the power of the Nobility