A History of Venice: Part 2, Ripples of an Empire

A History of Venice: Part 2, Ripples of an Empire

Author: Luke Daly January 14, 2023 Duration: 11:49

The mystical floating city has inspired many generations and continues to be one of the most visited cities for good reason. Tourists are drawn to a stunning blend of gothic and renaissance architecture, the open-air markets, the infamous gondolas, and the glistening turquoise waters. Here we explore the events which put Venice on the map in our 3-part journey into the history of this great maritime empire.  

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Luke Daly’s eager passion for all things medieval is the driving force behind The Daly Medieval Podcast. Each week, Luke brings his perspective as a historian to a mix of formats, creating a space that feels more like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend than a formal lecture. You’ll find deep dives into Medieval History, exploring the events, figures, and daily life of the period with genuine curiosity. But this podcast also branches into more visceral territory with videos focused on Buhurt, the full-contact medieval combat sport, offering a raw look at how historical warfare translates into modern physical practice. Woven throughout are personal updates on Luke’s own journey in the field, connecting academic pursuit with lived experience. It’s a multifaceted approach for anyone who finds the medieval world endlessly fascinating, whether your interest lies in scholarly analysis or the thunder of clashing steel. The result is a consistently engaging podcast that builds a community around a shared fascination for a complex era.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 27

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Ibn Fadlan and a Multicultural Medieval World | Podcast Ep 5 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:34
In this episode of the podcast, we are looking at the multicultural medieval world by taking a trip along the Silk Road with Ibn Fadlan, a 10th Century Muslim who recorded his interactions with the cultures he met, speci…
Abbot Suger and Capetian Kingship | Podcast Ep 4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:24
For this very exciting episode, we are diving into my medieval hero - Abbot Suger of St-Denis. Listen to discover how Suger was able to bolster the prominence of his abbey whilst shaping ideas of Frankish feudalism, the…
How MEDIEVAL is House of the Dragon? | HoD Ep 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:41
Welcome to a new mini-series on the #houseofthedragon! In this episode, me and game of thrones expert Ben are talking about the show and the new episode, discussing how it relates to the books, and comparing the tourname…
Medieval English Pilgrims - Who? What? Where? | Podcast Ep 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:23
Today's episode is one dear to me as this is my area of expertise and interest. The episode focuses on Medieval English Pilgrims and seeks to answer a few questions: Who were these pilgrims? What did pilgrims donate and…
Medieval Unions, Composite States, & The Kalmar Union | Podcast Ep 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:29
For today's episode, we are moving away from conquest, and towards political unions and the concept of 'Composite States'. In doing so we will be using the Kalmar Union (1397 to 1523) as a case study to explore the topic…