Transcript for HoS 22

    But this week here on the exclusive, secretive and slightly nerdy members podcasts, is not about England it is about Scotland. Or well, is it ladies and gentlemen, is it?Read More

    Transcript for HoS 20

    Last week, the illness and death of Henry II brought to William the Lion the prospect of a new attitude towards Scotland from south of the border – what wouldRead More

    Transcript for HoS 19

    Over the next 3 episodes we are going to hear about the remaining Canmore kings, from Malcolm IV who came to the throne at the age of 12 in 1153,Read More

    Treaty of Falaise, 1174

    The Treaty of Falaise would later be by English kings to assert overlordship over Scotland

    Transcript for HoS 18

    Last time then, we looked at how David finally establish his authority by 1134, by hook, crook and a little help from his enemies; and we looked at one ofRead More

    Transcript for HoS 17

    Now then you would be disappointed if a reign as important, lauded and magnified as that of David I had not occasioned a full and frank exchange of views, aRead More

    Transcript for HoS 15

    Now then everyone, how exciting is this, we have arrived at one of the many doormats of history. As we wipe our metaphorical feet and step over the threshold ofRead More