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For many episodes to come, we'll be exploring the rich history of Poland. From it's humble beginnings, we'll follow the people of Poland as they form their own unique cultural identity, rise into a great European power, cross paths with the Mongol Horde, save Europe from an Ottoman invasion, and do their best to keep their independence firm from one generation to the next.

Trevor Gilbert


    • Apr 4, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 15m AVG DURATION
    • 62 EPISODES
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    Sigismund III's Early Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 15:59


    Sigismund the Third takes the throne after facing off against the Hapsburg Archduke Maximilian the Third. Stepping into the limelight, this member of the House of Vasa and heir to the Swedish throne immediately grates against the interests of the Polish nobility. Is he an absolutist monarch, or merely too avid a player of court tennis? Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 58: Stefan Batory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 21:31


    Stefan Batory fills the power vacuum left by the departed Henry de Valois. But will his efforts to reform multiple parts of the Polish and Lithuanian states simultaneously be enough to fight off Ivan the Terrible? Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 57: King Henry of France (and Poland)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2021 18:07


    Henry de Valois is ambitious but his brother is already King of France. And so, he has to settle for another throne (poor Henry): the throne of Poland. But how long will he last? Henrician Articles in English Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 56: The Union of Lublin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 17:19


    Sigismund II Augustus reigns during a time of cataclysmic change in Europe. The Protestant Reformation and the Catholic Counter-Reformation rages, while poor Sigismund keeps having his wives murdered by his mom. The outcome? A complete change in Polish politics that endured for centuries. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 55: The Sons of Casimir IV

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2020 24:07


    Casimir IV had so many kids we can't even follow them all. So instead of trying, we're going to focus on the three sons that became King of Poland: John Albert, Alexander, and Sigismund the Old. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 54: The End of the Teutonic Order

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 19:45


    Due to the efforts of King Casimir III and the events of the Thirteen Years War, the Teutonic Order as it had once existed is effectively at an end. But that's not all! We also discuss Elisabeth of Austria, the Privilege of Nieszawa, and much more. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 53: The Founding of the Jagiellonians

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 16:58


    Władysław II Jagiełło takes the throne in Poland but faces dissent at home in Lithuania. Also, there are the Teutonic Knights to deal with, what with the Battle of Grunwald and all. The 1400's were a happening time. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 52: The History of Lithuania

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 12:49


    In this episode we're going to very briefly cover the complete history of the state of Lithuania. Definitely won't skip anything. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 51: The Polish-Hungarian Union

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2020 17:41


    The ascension of King Louis the Great to the throne of Poland was not all it was cracked up to be. Instead, it was a middling affair that was eclipsed by the events it set up. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 50: The Great King Casimir

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2020 15:37


    We wrap up our time with King Casimir the Great by talking about his final years as King, what made him “the Great,” and the Congress of Kraków. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 49: Casimir and the Ruthenians

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2020 19:47


    Casimir turns his eye to the east and see some land for the taking. Specifically: Ruthenia. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 48: Teutonic Relations

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2019 16:32


    The Teutonic Order and King Casimir try to work things out, but a lot of people keep getting in the way. Pesky Popes! Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast To subscribe to my new history podcast, World's End: The Great War, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worlds-end-the-great-war/id1462156287 or find it wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 47: The Congress of Visegrád

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2019 14:03


    King Casimir the Great picks up where his father, Władysław the Elbow-High, left off. But unlike his warmongering father, Casimir strikes out with a bent towards diplomacy. It's mostly successful. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast To subscribe to my new history podcast, World's End: The Great War, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worlds-end-the-great-war/id1462156287 or find it wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 46: King Władysław the Elbow-High

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2019 18:21


    Władysław the Elbow-High becomes King Władysław the Elbow-High, but that doesn't mean his life is going to be all roses and fun times. No, he has quite a lot on his plate - but will he be able to successfully balance it all? We also explore the Sword of Damocles, so that's fun! Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast To subscribe to my new history podcast, World's End: The Great War, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worlds-end-the-great-war/id1462156287 or find it wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 45: The Reign of the Vaclav's

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2019 18:47


    Vaclav II and Vaclav III deal with the force that is Władysław, Heir to the Kingdom of Poland. They also deal with the fact that no matter how many Vaclav's there are, there'll never be enough. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast To subscribe to my new history podcast, World's End: The Great War, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worlds-end-the-great-war/id1462156287 or find it wherever you listen to podcasts. Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 44: The Return of the King

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 15:46


    The Piast family finally realizes that they've been making a terrible mistake in fighting against one another. So, they take it upon themselves to name a new king: Przemysł II. It goes about as well as you'd expect. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast To subscribe to my new history podcast, World's End: The Great War, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worlds-end-the-great-war/id1462156287 Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 43: Leszek the Black

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2019 18:49


    Leszek the Black tries his hand at ruling Poland, but will he succeed! He will not! Or, he will, but it's not the most idyllic time in Poland. Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast To subscribe to my new history podcast, World's End: The Great War, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worlds-end-the-great-war/id1462156287 Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 42: What Is Even Happening?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2019 22:13


    The Fragmentation of Poland is not being kind to the people of Poland. In this episode, we're going to cover a great deal of time, but there's a point to it all. To subscribe to my new history podcast, World's End: The Great War, visit https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/worlds-end-the-great-war/id1462156287 or via RSS at rss.worldsendpodcast.com/rss Support the show(s) on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 41: The Machinations of Conrad of Masovia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2019 13:32


    Following the Mongol Invasion of Poland, the Poles try to come to grips with their new reality. Do they decide to unite and create a unified state? No, no they do not. Instead, Conrad of Masovia takes the lead and attempts to conquer as much land as possible. Tune in to find out how that goes. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 40: The Mongols Have Arrived

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2019 17:39


    At long last, the Mongol Invasion of Poland has arrived. They sweep in from the east, leaving destruction in their wake. Will Poland make a successful stand? Find out in this episode! Also featuring Hospitallers from France, the Hungarian Army, the Cumans, the Teutonic Knights, and pretty much every one else playing a role in Eastern Europe Medieval politics. Support the show on Patreon (and get the upcoming series on the Mongol Invasion of Europe): patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 39: Get It Together Piasts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2019 16:08


    The Piasts continue to fight with one another in what feels a lot like an interminably long civil war. This time, Henry the Bearded comes out on top, but will it last? And will there be repercussions for these short-sighted wars? Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 38: Long-Term Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2019 15:15


    This may come as a surprise, but Poland is about to descend into civil war. All the while, there are incursions in Prussia, there's a Mongol storm brewing in the East, and there are Teutonic Knights showing up to “help” fight all comers. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 37: The Baths Aren't Safe

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2019 16:43


    There's a lot going on in the life of Leszek the White. He's got the Rus to deal with, King Andrew of Hungary to keep happy, internal rebellions, and rumors of a group of people called the Tartars to the east. But if there's one thing he should be on the lookout for, it's the double-cross/double-cross. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 36: Spindleshanks

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 15:56


    The newest rivalry in Medieval Europe is between two close relatives, Leszek the White and Władysław Spindleshanks. But, while the drama is between relatives, the real meat of this story centers on the character and actions of Roman, Duke of Vladimir and Grand Duke of Kiev. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 35 - Around and Around We Go

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2019 16:27


    Casimir is dead, so Mieszko the Old seizes the moment and puts himself in power. But it's not permanent. But neither is the impermanence. I'll be honest, this period in Polish history is a bit of a mess. But it's our mess, so we'll get through it together. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 34: A Rebellion, But Small

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2019 20:10


    It should come as a surprise to no one that Casimir the Just ends up in conflict with his brother, Mieszko the Old, once again. It should also come as no surprise that it was for what the professionals call, "a real dumb reason." Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 33: Casimir the Just, the Unwise

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2019 13:56


    Casimir the II seemed like he'd be a good ruler, since he could hardly be worse than Mieszko the Old. But, it turns out that just because the inept guy leaves, it doesn't mean someone competent will take his place. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Instagram: @polandpodcast Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 32 - Mieszko the Old

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2019 14:52


    Mieszko the Old takes a stab at running Poland and finds that he's not really cut out for it. Which is too bad, since his successor is also not cut out for it. In fact, it seems like no one is really equipped to be Grand Duke, which raises the question of why the position exists. But I digress… Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Instagram: @polandpodcast Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 31: Crafty Prussians

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2019 15:52


    Bolesław IV the Curly's reign continues, this time with the highlight being his early porto-crusade against the Prussians. We'll also spend some time getting to know the rest of the Piast family. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Instagram: @polandpodcast Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 30: Losing the Plot

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2019 13:29


    Bolesław IV the Curly becomes High Duke of Poland, as the next in a long line of rotating Piast relatives who all want to be in charge, but hate it when anyone else is. We also talk Crusades (again). Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Instagram: @polandpodcast Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 29: Fragmentation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2019 17:10


    Władysław II becomes High Duke (Grand Duke) of Poland, but not for long. As we discuss, Bolesław may have been wise to pay more attention to his Ancient Roman history classes. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Instagram: @polandpodcast Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 28: Setting the Stage

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2019 14:38


    Bolesław III Wrymouth has been with us for a long time. But, all things must come to an end. We wrap up his life with a special episode talking about his last will and testament, the Congress of Merseburg, and some info on the Hungarian succession. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Instagram: @polandpodcast Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 27: Pomerania - Part Five

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2019 15:45


    We wrap up our series on the joint Polish-German conquest of Pomerania with a focus on the missionary journeys of Otto of Bamberg. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Instagram: @polandpodcast Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 26: Pomerania - Part Four

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2019 11:52


    Yes, yes, Pomerania dominates the headlines.* This time though, we'll be approaching Pomerania through the eyes of a man named Otto. Specifically, one Otto of Bamberg. *Headlines of 1100s, that is. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Instagram: @polandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 25: Pomerania - Part Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 14:59


    The wars in Pomerania continue, with a special guest appearance: a rebellion! Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast  

    Episode 24: Pomerania - Part Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2018 15:27


    As we continue in our series on Pomerania, we'll take a look at Poland's relationship to the early Crusades and how these northern lands factor into that equation. We'll also say a fond farewell to Gallus Anonymous, who has been with us from the beginning. Thanks for the good times Gallus. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast   ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.  

    Episode 23: Pomerania - Part One

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2018 17:26


    Pomerania has been a land of mystery for much of the time that we've explored the history of Poland. No more! We start to pull the curtain back on this swampy land to the north. And in the process, we encounter Jerusalem. Yes, Jerusalem. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast   ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.  

    Episode 22: A Closer Look at Repentance

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2018 22:33


    Farewell Zbigniew. Yes, in this episode we say goodbye to our old friend Zbigniew. But! Not before he undergoes some brutal treatment at the hands of his half-brother. Eastern European history is never boring!   Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 21: Like a Wheel

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2018 14:37


    We learn quite a few lessons in this episode. Bohemians go up and down like a wheel, sure. But chiefly we learn that in a fight of bread versus political willpower, bread always wins. And yes, of course, some lessons about the Piast dynasty. But I know you really come for bread-related quotes. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    Episode 20: Three Fables

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2018 18:33


    As we return to the ongoing struggle for supremacy in Poland, we see battle lines drawn between Polish forces and their German and Bohemian counterparts. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast   Special sound effects courtesy of Tristan Lohengrin and Yap Audio Production.

    Fall 2018 Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2018 1:39


    Hello everyone! This is just a quick update to let you know what's going on with the show.

    Episode 19: Raring for a Fight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2018 16:32


    Bolesław and Zbigniew's ongoing struggle for supremacy crosses borders, as Bolesław takes the fight into Pomerania. In the process, Zbigniew finds himself exiled from Poland.  Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast Follow along on Twitter: @historyofpoland Follow along on Facebook: History of Poland Podcast

    The Origins of the Holy Roman Empire - Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2018 2:49


    Are you looking to expand your knowledge of the world in which Medieval Poland lived? Well, that means understanding the Holy Roman Empire and where it came from. In a new mini-series, we'll dive into the origin story for the Holy Roman Empire that existed concurrently with the beginning of the Piast dynasty in Poland. This series is available exclusively to supports on Patreon.  Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast  

    Episode 18: Brother Against Half-Brother

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2018 13:34


    The rift between Zbigniew and Bolesław continues to grow, ultimately leading to open hostilities. But! Not before the two sides dance the dance of diplomacy and the chess match that is foreign entanglements. We'll meet the current king of Hungary, see what happens when you decide to invade Pomerania (again), and the impact that betrayal has on familial relations. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast   ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.

    Episode 17: Fresh Fish From the Sea (With Music!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2018 17:49


    Bolesław and Zbigniew do not get along, that much is clear. We'll follow along as they try to find a way to peacefully coexist and then very quickly thereafter decide that it's not worth the effort. We've also got a special treat this time: music made especially for this podcast. We've taken one of the songs Gallus records for us, added a melody, and had it performed — by none other than some members of the Gilbert Family. Thanks family! Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast   ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.

    Episode 16: The End of Władysław's Dismal Reign

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2018 13:57


    We'll finally say goodbye to both Władysław and his Count Palatine Sieciech in this episode, which as far as I'm concerned isn't soon enough. Let's just say they weren't the most inspired or capable rulers. But what of Władysław's sons? Well, we'll see the very earliest signs that while they are capable of cooperating, they are likely more interested in consolidating power and edging out the other. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast   ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.

    Episode 15: Zbigniew's Many Troubles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2018 13:46


    The Piast family has had a rough time of it lately. Władysław is an imperfect ruler (to say the least), Sieciech is undermining the entire dynasty, and the issue of succession is really making a mess of things. Yet, of the entire cast I feel most sorry for Zbigniew. He didn't ask to be shipped off to a convent, put in charge of a rebellion, and cast aside like an unwanted child. Yet he was.  Maybe things will improve for him this time? We'll see. In the meantime, sign up for the newsletter here: historyofpolandpodcast.com ---- Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast   ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.

    Episode 14: Władysław's Family Troubles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2018 18:52


    After meeting Władysław last time, we're going to continue with his life and times and examine what his rule looked like. Spoiler alert! It's not stable, peaceful, or idyllic. We'll meet up with his sons, Zbigniew and Bolesław III, his Count Palatine Sieciech, and his wives, Judith and Judith. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast   ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.

    Episode 13: Bolesław II's Domestic Affairs and Deposition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2017 13:09


    We're back to talk about Bolesław II's domestic policies, infrastructure projects, unique fall from grace, excommunication, and talk through some of the myths and legends that surround the eventual fate of this former King of Poland. It'll be the last King we deal with for awhile, as Poland is going to go through some rough times. Enjoy it while it lasts! If you're interested in supporting the show or finding out more about the upcoming mini-series on the origins of the Holy Roman Empire, visit our Patreon page here: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.

    Episode 12: Imperial Chaos, or The Investiture Controversy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2017 17:40


    We're going to take a short break from following the life and times of Bolesław II the Generous and focus on what's happening in Europe in general. That means the Investiture Controversy between Emperor Henry IV of the Holy Roman Empire and Pope Gregory VII. It's not strictly related to Poland, but it does impact what's going to happen in Poland's near future. If you're interested in supporting the show or finding out more about the upcoming mini-series on the origins of the Holy Roman Empire, visit our Patreon page here: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.

    Episode 11: The Ascent of Bolesław II the Generous

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2017 18:43


    As part one of our series on the life and tempestuous times of Bolesław II, we'll dive into his ascent to power as the head of the Piast family in its continued rule over the Polish state, explore some Hungarian history, and see yet another Polish leader invade Kiev. Also, if you're interested in supporting the show or finding out more about the upcoming mini-series on the origins of the Holy Roman Empire, visit our Patreon page here: patreon.com/historyofpolandpodcast ---- To learn more check out our website at historyofpolandpodcast.com, get in touch at historyofpolandpodcast@gmail.com, or follow us on Twitter @historyofpoland.

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