Pop Medieval Ep 41: The Last Duel, or The Wrongs about Medieval Property Rights

Pop Medieval Ep 41: The Last Duel, or The Wrongs about Medieval Property Rights

Author: Pop Medieval December 20, 2021 Duration: 47:19
*Note: This episode contains very frank discussion of rape and sexual assault due to the plot of the film, “The Last Duel.” This also contains plot spoilers of a historical event.* Doc and Nina review their final Movember movie — well into December — “The Last Duel.” It’s intense, it’s difficult, but it’s absolutely brilliant. Nina shares her new taglines for each chapter of the movie and Doc gives his assessment of the movie’s opinion of, um, “little deaths.” Both Nina and Doc have their own separate rants in this one, so get comfortable. Topics covered: The Hundred Years’ war, property ownership, de Carrouges’ temper tantrums, le Gris’ project management skills, the bit of movie pandering during Marguerite’s title fade, Doc and Nina’s love of this movie despite their complaints, the French inquisition, the outcome of the duel, who owns a piece of land anyway, the science of orgasm and pregnancy, and the marriage debt. Recommendations: Pop Medieval Ep 9: Hail to the King, Baby (https://open.spotify.com/episode/6U1eK1MmuJs1zhjGiAOnsu?si=8ghjxjSFSfmyY86RTeLIPg) Gladiator (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0172495/) “Formal Combats in the Fourteenth Century” by Dr. Steven Muhlburger (https://books2read.com/u/mV75pM) “Combat of the Thirty” by Dr. Steven Muhlburger (https://www.amazon.com/Combat-Thirty-Deeds-Arms-Vol/dp/193743902X/)

Ever wondered why medieval history feels like a dusty textbook but the movies set in that era are so thrilling? Pop Medieval bridges that gap with a sense of adventure and a lot of laughs. Hosted by Dr. Richard Scott Nokes and his co-conspirator Nina MacNamara, this podcast digs into the real stories behind our fascination with the so-called dark ages. Each episode feels like a quest, whether they’re tracking down historical treasures, unraveling the complexities of events like the Black Death, or dissecting the monstrous creatures that haunt medieval lore and modern screens. The conversation is lively, accessible, and packed with insights you won’t find in a lecture hall. It’s for anyone who’s ever loved a medieval film or game but wanted to know where the fantasy ends and history begins. By blending rigorous education with genuine curiosity and humor, this series makes the distant past feel immediate and wildly entertaining. Tune in to Pop Medieval for a fresh take that proves learning about the past doesn’t have to be a chore-it can be an absolute blast.
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Pop Medieval Ep 16: A Beginner’s Guide to the SCA [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:11
In this episode, Doc introduces a skeptical but curious Nina to the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA), a non-profit organization devoted to the research, study, and re-creation of medieval and renaissance art, skill…
Pop Medieval Ep 15: All Hayl the Tyger Kyng [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:17
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Pop Medieval Minisode 1: A Reading From Tristan and Iseult [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:32
Hwaet and welcome to our first minisode! Nina is by herself this time and reading an excerpt from a book about two very star-crossed lovers. Yep, that’s “The Romance of Tristan & Iseult,” where a loyal knight falls in lo…
Pop Medieval Ep 14: Social Distancing, Boccaccio’s Way [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:01
Doc and Nina are holed up in their own houses right now. And while COVID-19 has different effects on their productivity levels, both of them have found time to record an episode on The Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio. Th…
Pop Medieval Ep 13: Witches’ Brew [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:42
March is here! For St. Patrick’s Day and Women’s History Month, Doc discusses the history of Medieval Brewing, which was dominated by women known as “alewives.” He’ll talk about St. Brigid of Ireland, Katharina von Bora,…
Pop Medieval Ep 12: All My Friends are Dead [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:32
Before you begin this episode, make a list of ten people closest to you. They can be family, friends, loved ones -- anyone whose loss would impact you. Ok, ready? With all the spread and seriousness of the coronavirus --…
Pop Medieval Ep 10: Seven Medieval Words (We Should Bring Back Today) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:33
The last time Doc and Nina played a game, it ended in Doc's humiliating loss! Now, he's out for blood with a game of "Seven Medieval Words (We Should Bring Back Today)." He'll give Nina seven Old English words and let he…
Pop Medieval Ep 9: Hail to The King, Baby [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:05
Mov-ember (finally!) concludes on a high note! Doc and Nina discuss the 2019 Netflix original, The King, starring Timothee Chalamet. This is an adaptation of Shakespeare's "Henry V," so brush up on your Henriad before li…
Pop Medieval Ep 8: The St Nick Sucker Punch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:47
Blīþe Gēol! In this very special episode of Pop Medieval, Doc tells Nina about two legends of Saint Nicholas. The first is the legend of St. Nicholas of Myra, who allegedly attended the Council of Nicaea and punched a he…