History Extra podcast

In this lecture, Michael Wood uses the stories of five individuals from across the centuries to cast light on China’s rich and varied history.

Carolyne Larrington explores the medieval world that inspired the fantasy epic in a special HistoryExtra bonus episode, available now for free at https://www.historyextra.com/game-of-thrones-podcast

Dr Amanda McVitty explains what treason meant in the medieval era, and why its consequences were particularly brutal

Mary Hollingsworth discusses her new book, Princes of the Renaissance, which charts the wars and alliances between the powerful Italian families of the 15th and 16th centuries

Gordon Campbell reveals how the Vikings made epic voyages of discovery across the Atlantic a millennium ago

Journalist Andrea Pitzer discusses her latest book, Icebound: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World, a compelling story of survival in the Arctic during the 16th century…

Shushma Malik discusses some of the most admired and reviled Roman emperors, and considers whether the legends surrounding them stand up to scrutiny

Toby Wilkinson gives a lecture on the archaeologists and adventurers whose discoveries helped transform our understanding of the ancient Egyptians.

Historical weapon-maker Tod of Tod’s Workshop gives a behind-the-scenes peek into the fascinating world of making replica weapons for TV and film.

Egyptologist Aidan Dodson explores the life, death and afterlife of ancient Egypt’s sun queen