Richard Abels

'tis but a scratch: fact and fiction about the Middle Ages

Explore the fascinating contrasts between popular myths and historical truths of the Middle Ages with Richard Abels, covering everything from Vikings to chivalry and cinema.

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The medieval papal conclave: starving cardinals into consensus

S4 E58 • 30 mins • Apr 16, 2025

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Apr 16, 2025

The medieval papal conclave: starving cardinals into consensus

S4 E58 • 30 mins

Apr 9, 2025

From Bishop of Rome to the Papal Monarchy, Part 2: The Early Middle Ages

S4 E57 • 92 mins

Mar 26, 2025

From Bishop of Rome to the Papal Monarchy: the early centuries

S3 E56 • 83 mins

Feb 26, 2025

El Cid, From History to Legend

S3 E55 • 64 mins

Feb 15, 2025

Tne Norman Conquest (with Dr. Jennifer Paxton), part 2

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