Reconquista https://reconquista.podbean.com The history of the rise of Al-Andalus and the gradual re-conquering of Spain by the Spanish Christian kingdoms is an epic tale beginning in the year 712 and concluding with the fall of the Kingdom of Grenada in 1492. Join the History of the Crusades Podcast as we cover this lengthy piece of narrative history. Fri, 08 May 2026 15:37:06 +1000 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en au Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. History 1440 episodic The history of the rise of Al-Andalus and the gradual re-conquering of Spain by the Spanish Christian kingdoms is an epic tale beginning in the year 712 and concluding with the fall of the Kingdom of Grenada in 1492. Join the History of the Crusades Podcast as we cover this lengthy piece of narrative history. Sharyn Eastaugh Sharyn Eastaugh No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9068422/reconq_roundel_1400x14007qnx4.png Reconquista https://reconquista.podbean.com 144 144 Episode 130 - The end of an era Episode 130 - The end of an era https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-130-the-end-of-an-era/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-130-the-end-of-an-era/#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:24:49 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/3e90711c-992a-3536-b9bb-57b516e7ebbf An era comes to an end with the death of King Alfonso XI of Castile during the siege of Gibralta in 1350.

]]> An era comes to an end with the death of King Alfonso XI of Castile during the siege of Gibralta in 1350.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1352 130 full Episode 129 - The siege of Algeciras Episode 129 - The siege of Algeciras https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-129-the-siege-of-algeciras/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-129-the-siege-of-algeciras/#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:22:29 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/c60b7ca1-4866-33a5-963b-ad73effb893d King Alfonso XI of Castile attempts to take the Merinid city of Algeciras.

]]> King Alfonso XI of Castile attempts to take the Merinid city of Algeciras.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1353 129 full Episode 128 - The Battle of Salado Episode 128 - The Battle of Salado https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-128-the-battle-of-salado/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-128-the-battle-of-salado/#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:13:08 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/19bc1082-f99d-348e-a77e-6a06e420d9eb We examine one of the most significant conflicts of the Reconquista - the battle of Salado.

]]> We examine one of the most significant conflicts of the Reconquista - the battle of Salado.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1278 128 full Episode 127 - Family drama Episode 127 - Family drama https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-127-family-drama/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-127-family-drama/#comments Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:39:00 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/823c7e0b-67f0-37dc-96b3-f323294a8cc1 Family drama erupts inside the royal courts of Aragon, Castile and Portugal in the 1330s, resulting in conflict between the kingdoms. 

]]> Family drama erupts inside the royal courts of Aragon, Castile and Portugal in the 1330s, resulting in conflict between the kingdoms. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1306 127 full Episode 126 - The return of Navarre Episode 126 - The return of Navarre https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-126-the-return-of-navarre/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-126-the-return-of-navarre/#comments Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:34:28 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/2515c097-1b35-3107-a21c-1892e519120b King Alfonso XI of Castile launches a crusade against the Muslims of Grenada, while the Kingdom of Navarre manages to shake off French rule.

]]> King Alfonso XI of Castile launches a crusade against the Muslims of Grenada, while the Kingdom of Navarre manages to shake off French rule.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1273 126 full Episode 125 - The three Alfonsos Episode 125 - The three Alfonsos https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-125-the-three-alfonsos/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-125-the-three-alfonsos/#comments Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:34:29 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/f31919de-3f3d-3ee4-ae97-c7f2104e8b0a With the rise to power of King Alfonso IV of Aragon in 1327, most of the kings ruling in the Iberian peninsula were named Alfonso.

]]> With the rise to power of King Alfonso IV of Aragon in 1327, most of the kings ruling in the Iberian peninsula were named Alfonso.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1282 125 full Episode 124 - 1325 Episode 124 - 1325 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-124-1325/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-124-1325/#comments Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:49:29 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/4044f640-a660-35b7-b1d0-b04e27b67fe2 During the year 1325, new rulers rose to power in Castile, Grenada and Portugal.

]]> During the year 1325, new rulers rose to power in Castile, Grenada and Portugal.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1371 124 full Episode 123 - Grenada in peril Episode 123 - Grenada in peril https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-123-grenada-in-peril/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-123-grenada-in-peril/#comments Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:38:23 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/81feec1d-e7fa-3458-9a02-ae6be3fd1719 Amid changes in leadership, the Muslim Kingdom of Grenada finds itself facing a number of serious challenges.

]]> Amid changes in leadership, the Muslim Kingdom of Grenada finds itself facing a number of serious challenges.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1308 123 full Episode 122 - Castile in peril Episode 122 - Castile in peril https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-122-castile-in-peril/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-122-castile-in-peril/#comments Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:41:42 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/24098991-0695-3f41-ba68-43809e53b2f0 The mighty Kingdom of Leon and Castile is attacked from all sides as it deals with a succession crisis.

]]> The mighty Kingdom of Leon and Castile is attacked from all sides as it deals with a succession crisis.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1284 122 full Episode 121 - The many challenges facing King Frederick III of Sicily Episode 121 - The many challenges facing King Frederick III of Sicily https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-121-the-many-challenges-facing-king-ferederick-iii-of-sicily/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-121-the-many-challenges-facing-king-ferederick-iii-of-sicily/#comments Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:44:43 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/a754b748-cd68-31d1-872d-451a1abc846e King Frederick III of Sicily attempts to hold on to his crown despite having no allies and some very powerful enemies. 

]]> King Frederick III of Sicily attempts to hold on to his crown despite having no allies and some very powerful enemies. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1302 121 full Episode 120 - The many challenges facing King James II of Aragon Episode 120 - The many challenges facing King James II of Aragon https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-120-the-many-challenges-facing-king-james-ii-of-aragon/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-120-the-many-challenges-facing-king-james-ii-of-aragon/#comments Fri, 10 Oct 2025 09:41:19 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/b3db1486-47e1-3bef-8e94-f5c6055704e3 King James II of Aragon and Sicily attempts to hold on to both his crowns in the face of insurmountable difficulties. 

]]> King James II of Aragon and Sicily attempts to hold on to both his crowns in the face of insurmountable difficulties. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1241 120 full Episode 119 - The many challenges facing King Alfonso III of Aragon Episode 119 - The many challenges facing King Alfonso III of Aragon https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-119-the-many-challenges-facing-king-alfonso-iii-of-aragon/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-119-the-many-challenges-facing-king-alfonso-iii-of-aragon/#comments Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:29:13 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/35c519c6-9b6b-3075-b662-e488bf65b41c Young King Alfonso III of Aragon faces existential threats to his rule as he attempts to hold onto his crown.

]]> Young King Alfonso III of Aragon faces existential threats to his rule as he attempts to hold onto his crown.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1262 119 full Episode 118 - The many challenges facing King Sancho IV Episode 118 - The many challenges facing King Sancho IV https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-118-the-many-challenges-facing-king-sancho-iv/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-118-the-many-challenges-facing-king-sancho-iv/#comments Fri, 12 Sep 2025 15:48:01 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/dc45c00f-b4bc-3ad6-b5c9-1a09c92db25f King Sancho IV of Leon and Castile finds himself facing a number of domestic and foreign challenges.

]]> King Sancho IV of Leon and Castile finds himself facing a number of domestic and foreign challenges.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1248 118 full Episode 117 - King Pedro III of Aragon and Sicily Part 3 Episode 117 - King Pedro III of Aragon and Sicily Part 3 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-117-king-pedro-iii-of-aragon-and-sicily-part-3/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-117-king-pedro-iii-of-aragon-and-sicily-part-3/#comments Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:21:49 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/587937bb-1d2e-3fd3-b248-9ef0c41bbc87 King Pedro III of Aragon faces the most serious crisis of his reign. 

]]> King Pedro III of Aragon faces the most serious crisis of his reign. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1315 117 full Episode 116 - King Pedro III of Aragon and Sicily Part 2 Episode 116 - King Pedro III of Aragon and Sicily Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-116-king-pedro-iii-of-aragon-and-sicily-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-116-king-pedro-iii-of-aragon-and-sicily-part-2/#comments Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:40:52 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/fd09c54c-eaa5-3645-ad12-1642244f3093 King Pedro III of Aragon is proclaimed to be the new King of Sicily - a claim disputed by Charles of Anjou.

]]> King Pedro III of Aragon is proclaimed to be the new King of Sicily - a claim disputed by Charles of Anjou.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1329 116 full Episode 115 - King Pedro III of Aragon and Sicily Part 1 Episode 115 - King Pedro III of Aragon and Sicily Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-115-king-pedro-iii-of-aragon-and-sicily-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-115-king-pedro-iii-of-aragon-and-sicily-part-1/#comments Fri, 01 Aug 2025 15:42:18 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/1b7b1e01-ae54-30a0-bf07-ad9bbdbd4734 King Pedro III of Aragon forms an ambitious plan to attack the Kingdom of Sicily.

]]> King Pedro III of Aragon forms an ambitious plan to attack the Kingdom of Sicily.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1410 115 full Episode 114 - More succession issues Episode 114 - More succession issues https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-114-more-succession-issues/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-114-more-succession-issues/#comments Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:57:11 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/dad1ce2c-be57-3b6f-8a5a-25b07533a4c4 We take a look at succession issues confronted by the Kingdom of Navarre and the Kingdom of Aragon. 

]]> We take a look at succession issues confronted by the Kingdom of Navarre and the Kingdom of Aragon. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1384 114 full Episode 113 - Succession issues Episode 113 - Succession issues https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-113-succession-issues/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-113-succession-issues/#comments Fri, 04 Jul 2025 15:46:56 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/654961c7-a573-349f-995e-abe7777d525b King Alfonso X returns from his badly timed attempt to become the Holy Roman Emperor, only to see his kingdom plunged into a succession crisis.

]]> King Alfonso X returns from his badly timed attempt to become the Holy Roman Emperor, only to see his kingdom plunged into a succession crisis.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1338 113 full Episode 112 - Muhammad's rebellion Episode 112 - Muhammad's rebellion https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-112-muhammads-rebellion/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-112-muhammads-rebellion/#comments Fri, 20 Jun 2025 15:42:16 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/43615770-7693-3ca2-8a54-04c53ff88370 While King Alfonso X is absent from the Iberian peninsula, Muhammad of Grenada invades Castile - leaving the kingdom scrambling to defend itself. 

]]> While King Alfonso X is absent from the Iberian peninsula, Muhammad of Grenada invades Castile - leaving the kingdom scrambling to defend itself. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1240 112 full Episode 111 - Alfonso of the wrongs Episode 111 - Alfonso of the wrongs https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-111-alfonso-of-the-wrongs/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-111-alfonso-of-the-wrongs/#comments Fri, 06 Jun 2025 15:41:39 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/22ba9351-002a-3983-af5b-cb254bd60b8a King Alfonso X introduces a number of unpopular policies inside his realm, causing a rebellion to break out.

]]> King Alfonso X introduces a number of unpopular policies inside his realm, causing a rebellion to break out.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1339 111 full Episode 110 - Crusading capers Episode 110 - Crusading capers https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-110-crusading-capers/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-110-crusading-capers/#comments Fri, 23 May 2025 15:29:37 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/92b03c35-25ee-3aa6-815c-ae89c061c7bf As peace settles over the Iberian peninsula, some of the Christian kings decide to journey to the Holy Land on crusade. 

]]> As peace settles over the Iberian peninsula, some of the Christian kings decide to journey to the Holy Land on crusade. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1249 110 full Episode 109 - The Muslim uprising of 1264 Episode 109 - The Muslim uprising of 1264 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-109-the-muslim-uprising-of-1264/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-109-the-muslim-uprising-of-1264/#comments Fri, 09 May 2025 15:40:04 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/69f28d38-62dd-3c58-9163-0a84f1fee03b The Kingdom of Grenada launches a large scale uprising against Castilian rule in 1264.

]]> The Kingdom of Grenada launches a large scale uprising against Castilian rule in 1264.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1333 109 full Episode 108 - King Alfonso X of Leon and Castile Part 2 Episode 108 - King Alfonso X of Leon and Castile Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-108-king-alfonso-x-of-leon-and-castile-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-108-king-alfonso-x-of-leon-and-castile-part-2/#comments Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:51:24 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/d0f8a70f-b413-394e-a3bd-1f0b84c76e22 An increasingly frustrated King Alfonso attempts to extend Castilian territory into Navarre, Gascony and northern Africa.

]]> An increasingly frustrated King Alfonso attempts to extend Castilian territory into Navarre, Gascony and northern Africa.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1255 108 full Episode 107 - King Alfonso X of Leon and Castile Episode 107 - King Alfonso X of Leon and Castile https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-107-king-alfonso-x-of-leon-and-castile/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-107-king-alfonso-x-of-leon-and-castile/#comments Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:40:28 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/31696a53-aeda-384f-a0cb-b22b7aece1cf We welcome a new ruler to the kingdoms of Leon and Castile - King Alfonso X.  This very ambitious monarch commences his reign by attempting to become the next Holy Roman Emperor. 

]]> We welcome a new ruler to the kingdoms of Leon and Castile - King Alfonso X.  This very ambitious monarch commences his reign by attempting to become the next Holy Roman Emperor. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1350 107 full Episode 106 - The Kingdom of Grenada Episode 106 - The Kingdom of Grenada https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-106-the-kingdom-of-grenada/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-106-the-kingdom-of-grenada/#comments Fri, 28 Mar 2025 14:46:54 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/0d92b2c6-6963-338b-a992-d69ce7219a57 Following the fall of Seville, many of its Muslim residents relocated to the Kingdom of Grenada.  We take a closer look at this Muslim territory.

]]> Following the fall of Seville, many of its Muslim residents relocated to the Kingdom of Grenada.  We take a closer look at this Muslim territory.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1418 106 full Episode 105 - The fall of Jaen and Seville Episode 105 - The fall of Jaen and Seville https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-105-the-fall-of-jaen-and-seville/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-105-the-fall-of-jaen-and-seville/#comments Fri, 14 Mar 2025 14:38:35 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/b48343db-d2a2-3d18-87f0-7b377d47234b Two milestone events in the Reconquista occur under the leadership of King Fernando III - the defeat of the cities of Jaen and Seville.

]]> Two milestone events in the Reconquista occur under the leadership of King Fernando III - the defeat of the cities of Jaen and Seville.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1468 105 full Episode 104 - The downfall of King Sancho II of Portugal Episode 104 - The downfall of King Sancho II of Portugal https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-104-the-downfall-of-king-sancho-ii-of-portugal/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-104-the-downfall-of-king-sancho-ii-of-portugal/#comments Fri, 28 Feb 2025 14:46:25 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/6e072cbf-5f7f-3d6b-8974-02d60f65b2df During the busy years of the 1240's King Sancho II of Portugal loses his battle with the church, while ibn al-Ahmar attempts to annex the city of Seville. 

]]> During the busy years of the 1240's King Sancho II of Portugal loses his battle with the church, while ibn al-Ahmar attempts to annex the city of Seville. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1397 104 full Episode 103 - Christian expansion Episode 103 - Christian expansion https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-103-christian-expansion/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-103-christian-expansion/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:38:08 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/eee16f6c-7fe6-37a6-9dcb-112a95897452 During the 1240s, the Kingdom of Aragon and the Kingdoms of Leon and Castile go on the offensive against al-Andalus, in a campaign known as 'the great game'. 

]]> During the 1240s, the Kingdom of Aragon and the Kingdoms of Leon and Castile go on the offensive against al-Andalus, in a campaign known as 'the great game'. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1376 103 full Episode 102 - The Conquest of Valencia Part 2 Episode 102 - The Conquest of Valencia Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-102-the-conquest-of-valencia-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-102-the-conquest-of-valencia-part-2/#comments Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:54:59 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/00ba7234-cce4-36c8-b01e-dff914c3cb7a In a major milestone for the Reconquista, King James I of Aragon conquers the city of Valencia in 1238.

]]> In a major milestone for the Reconquista, King James I of Aragon conquers the city of Valencia in 1238.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1266 102 full Episode 101 - The Conquest of Valencia Part 1 Episode 101 - The Conquest of Valencia Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-101-the-conquest-of-valencia-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-101-the-conquest-of-valencia-part-1/#comments Fri, 22 Nov 2024 15:36:21 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/97cf883d-a652-349d-9548-06f687c0ecfd King James I of Aragon commences his conquest of Valencia and we welcome a new player to the narrative - King Thibaut I of Navarre. 

]]> King James I of Aragon commences his conquest of Valencia and we welcome a new player to the narrative - King Thibaut I of Navarre. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1275 101 full Episode 100 - The Conquest of Cordoba Part 2 Episode 100 - The Conquest of Cordoba Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-100-the-conquest-of-cordoba-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-100-the-conquest-of-cordoba-part-2/#comments Fri, 08 Nov 2024 14:44:31 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/03630e0a-0ad7-31a8-a9db-33812ff4b797 The Christians succeed in taking one of the most important cities in al-Andalus - the city of Cordoba which surrendered in 1236.

]]> The Christians succeed in taking one of the most important cities in al-Andalus - the city of Cordoba which surrendered in 1236.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1236 100 full Episode 99 - The Conquest of Cordoba Part 1 Episode 99 - The Conquest of Cordoba Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-99-the-conquest-of-cordoba-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-99-the-conquest-of-cordoba-part-1/#comments Fri, 25 Oct 2024 14:51:40 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/eece0677-ff7f-3248-863f-0925976c846d As the Muslims of al-Andalus fight each other, King Fernando of Leon and Castile takes advantage of an opportunity to strike Cordoba.

]]> As the Muslims of al-Andalus fight each other, King Fernando of Leon and Castile takes advantage of an opportunity to strike Cordoba.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1338 99 full Episode 98 - Christian conquests Episode 98 - Christian conquests https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-98-christian-conquests/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-98-christian-conquests/#comments Fri, 11 Oct 2024 14:39:49 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/0d5d23f1-dc6f-31e7-9715-542c43056752 We follow King James I of Aragon and King Alfonso IX of Leon as they go on the offensive.

]]> We follow King James I of Aragon and King Alfonso IX of Leon as they go on the offensive.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1305 98 full Episode 97 - Too many Caliphs Episode 97 - Too many Caliphs https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-97-too-many-caliphs/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-97-too-many-caliphs/#comments Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:43:57 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/aedd272d-6211-3195-8ac2-5478ce46ac48 As Caliphs come and go at a dizzying rate, Almohad rule in al-Andalus crumbles - giving rise to a new ruler, ibn Hud.

]]> As Caliphs come and go at a dizzying rate, Almohad rule in al-Andalus crumbles - giving rise to a new ruler, ibn Hud.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1333 97 full Episode 96 - The Crusade of King Fernando III Episode 96 - The Crusade of King Fernando III https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-96-the-crusade-of-king-fernando-iii/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-96-the-crusade-of-king-fernando-iii/#comments Fri, 13 Sep 2024 15:50:48 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/78991a2a-f91f-375d-b798-c43850d1b106 King Fernando III of Castile embarks on his first crusade, while one of the contenders for Caliph forms an unlikely alliance with Castile.

]]> King Fernando III of Castile embarks on his first crusade, while one of the contenders for Caliph forms an unlikely alliance with Castile.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1304 96 full Episode 95 - More crusading Episode 95 - More crusading https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-95-more-crusading/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-95-more-crusading/#comments Fri, 30 Aug 2024 15:52:04 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/d678e7a3-2909-32ea-9ab6-945073958913 As crusading fever sweeps across Europe, a number of crusades are launched against the Almohads - with mixed results.

]]> As crusading fever sweeps across Europe, a number of crusades are launched against the Almohads - with mixed results.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1318 95 full Episode 94 - The Crusade of Alcacer do Sal Episode 94 - The Crusade of Alcacer do Sal https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-94-the-crusade-of-alcacer-do-sal/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-94-the-crusade-of-alcacer-do-sal/#comments Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:56:19 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/94383ec5-e79a-33ee-8415-e1826fcb6ebc We welcome a new King to the throne of Castile and join the Portugese in a crusade to seize a Muslim stronghold to the south of Lisbon.

]]> We welcome a new King to the throne of Castile and join the Portugese in a crusade to seize a Muslim stronghold to the south of Lisbon.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1383 94 full Episode 93 - A bunch of deaths Episode 93 - A bunch of deaths https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-93-a-bunch-of-deaths/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-93-a-bunch-of-deaths/#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 15:58:22 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/e3daa72e-a6de-312f-912d-c4dceee0be89 A bunch of consequential deaths in the years following the battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, upend the politics of the Iberian peninsula.

]]> A bunch of consequential deaths in the years following the battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, upend the politics of the Iberian peninsula.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1386 93 full Episode 92 - The Crusade of Las Navas de Tolosa Part 2 Episode 92 - The Crusade of Las Navas de Tolosa Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-92-the-crusade-of-las-navas-de-tolosa-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-92-the-crusade-of-las-navas-de-tolosa-part-2/#comments Fri, 19 Jul 2024 15:57:48 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/a89363cb-4da6-35df-a420-e0ebfb52e5de We conclude our look at the battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, which ends in a decisive victory for the crusaders.

]]> We conclude our look at the battle of Las Navas de Tolosa, which ends in a decisive victory for the crusaders.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1385 92 full Episode 91 - The Crusade of Las Navas de Tolosa Part 1 Episode 91 - The Crusade of Las Navas de Tolosa Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-91-the-crusade-of-las-navas-de-tolosa-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-91-the-crusade-of-las-navas-de-tolosa-part-1/#comments Fri, 05 Jul 2024 15:58:35 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/5b17fa65-5a7b-3efd-891a-f35004213a2a It's crusade time!  A major crusading expedition leaves Toledo in June 1212 under the command of King Alfonso VIII of Castile.  It heads directly southwards, intending to confront the Caliph's forces.  

]]> It's crusade time!  A major crusading expedition leaves Toledo in June 1212 under the command of King Alfonso VIII of Castile.  It heads directly southwards, intending to confront the Caliph's forces.  

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1295 91 full Episode 90 - Salvatierra Episode 90 - Salvatierra https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-90-salvatierra/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-90-salvatierra/#comments Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:41:41 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/a394d6b1-0f68-3efe-982c-aff6f73adda9 After a decade-long period of peace, the Christians and Muslims of the Iberian peninsula clash once again, with the Caliph targetting the Christian stronghold of Salvatierra.

]]> After a decade-long period of peace, the Christians and Muslims of the Iberian peninsula clash once again, with the Caliph targetting the Christian stronghold of Salvatierra.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1359 90 full Episode 89 - Peace with the Almohads Episode 89 - Peace with the Almohads https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-89-peace-with-the-almohads/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-89-peace-with-the-almohads/#comments Fri, 07 Jun 2024 15:32:24 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/0078491d-bf96-31ba-a3da-974da8cd0278 A decade long period of peace between the Almohads and the Christians commences, leaving the Christian kings free to do what they do best - fight each other.

]]> A decade long period of peace between the Almohads and the Christians commences, leaving the Christian kings free to do what they do best - fight each other.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1306 89 full Episode 88 - Castile in the crosshairs Episode 88 - Castile in the crosshairs https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-88-castile-in-the-crosshairs/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-88-castile-in-the-crosshairs/#comments Fri, 24 May 2024 15:42:25 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/5562b005-3f07-31f1-9314-1558a72df8b1 Following its loss at the Battle of Alarcos, the Kingdom of Castile faces an existential threat in 1196 as it is attacked simultaneously by Leon, Navarre and the Almohads.

]]> Following its loss at the Battle of Alarcos, the Kingdom of Castile faces an existential threat in 1196 as it is attacked simultaneously by Leon, Navarre and the Almohads.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1211 88 full Episode 87 - Alarcos Episode 87 - Alarcos https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-87-alarcos/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-87-alarcos/#comments Fri, 10 May 2024 15:38:41 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/bf67efbe-23aa-3906-86b8-d70b0c4d6e30 The truces between the Christian rulers and the Caliph expire and both sides clash at the Battle of Alarcos in 1195.

]]> The truces between the Christian rulers and the Caliph expire and both sides clash at the Battle of Alarcos in 1195.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1308 87 full Episode 86 - Confrontations Episode 86 - Confrontations https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-86-confrontations/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-86-confrontations/#comments Fri, 26 Apr 2024 15:28:29 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/f87f2ca3-de52-3553-a92d-4348b27eef4e During the years 1190 and 1191, the Caliph launches a number of military campaigns against the Kingdom of Portugal, intent on reclaiming the town of Silves.

]]> During the years 1190 and 1191, the Caliph launches a number of military campaigns against the Kingdom of Portugal, intent on reclaiming the town of Silves.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1281 86 full Episode 85 - A bunch of Alfonsos Episode 85 - A bunch of Alfonsos https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-85-a-bunch-of-alfonsos/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-85-a-bunch-of-alfonsos/#comments Fri, 12 Apr 2024 16:07:41 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/b0f5e4e7-0564-3e2b-8d39-ef515028e57d Following the bunch of deaths which occurred in the last episode, we have a bunch of new Christian kings - most of whom are named Alfonso.  

As the Third Crusade is launched, we see the new king of Portugal, King Sancho I, join with a fleet of crusaders to attack the Muslim town of Silves. 

]]> Following the bunch of deaths which occurred in the last episode, we have a bunch of new Christian kings - most of whom are named Alfonso.  

As the Third Crusade is launched, we see the new king of Portugal, King Sancho I, join with a fleet of crusaders to attack the Muslim town of Silves. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1380 85 full Episode 84 - A bunch of deaths Episode 84 - A bunch of deaths https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-84-a-bunch-of-deaths/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-84-a-bunch-of-deaths/#comments Fri, 29 Mar 2024 14:34:50 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/258435a3-c71e-30cd-b5cd-3dfd6358d987  We cover the Caliph's campaign against the Christians in 1184 and wave goodbye to three major players from our narrative.

]]>  We cover the Caliph's campaign against the Christians in 1184 and wave goodbye to three major players from our narrative.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1337 84 full Episode 83 - The rise of the young Alfonsos Episode 83 - The rise of the young Alfonsos https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-83-the-rise-of-the-young-alfonsos/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-83-the-rise-of-the-young-alfonsos/#comments Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:39:05 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/e3ce3263-10b6-3a81-8ea5-87087417be97 We track the progress of the two new kids on the block in Christian Spain - King Alfonso VIII of Castile and King Alfonso II of Aragon.

]]> We track the progress of the two new kids on the block in Christian Spain - King Alfonso VIII of Castile and King Alfonso II of Aragon.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1361 83 full Episode 82 - The Caliph's campaign Part 2 Episode 82 - The Caliph's campaign Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-82-the-caliphs-campaign-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-82-the-caliphs-campaign-part-2/#comments Fri, 01 Mar 2024 14:48:57 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/14b0952a-d844-39b5-b814-8db09f76d510 We continue to follow the Caliph on his less than optimal military campaign against the Christians in 1172.

]]> We continue to follow the Caliph on his less than optimal military campaign against the Christians in 1172.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1281 82 full Episode 81 - The Caliph's campaign Part 1 Episode 81 - The Caliph's campaign Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-81-the-caliphs-campaign-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-81-the-caliphs-campaign-part-1/#comments Fri, 16 Feb 2024 14:46:01 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/3c62d7f6-b2a4-3a10-a10a-388d9807cd42 In 1172 the Caliph embarks on an ambitious campaign to conquer Christian Spain.

]]> In 1172 the Caliph embarks on an ambitious campaign to conquer Christian Spain.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1328 81 full Episode 80 - Almohad consolidation Episode 80 - Almohad consolidation https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-80-almohad-consolidation/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-80-almohad-consolidation/#comments Fri, 22 Dec 2023 16:12:26 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/cd6dbcaf-66fa-389e-8c2f-e63771c20460 The Almohads finally achieve their goal, becoming the uncontested rulers of al-Andalus.  Their next move will be to focus on defeating the Christians.

]]> The Almohads finally achieve their goal, becoming the uncontested rulers of al-Andalus.  Their next move will be to focus on defeating the Christians.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1276 80 full Episode 79 - The Wolf King and Geraldo the Fearless Episode 79 - The Wolf King and Geraldo the Fearless https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-79-the-wolf-king-and-geraldo-the-fearless/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-79-the-wolf-king-and-geraldo-the-fearless/#comments Fri, 08 Dec 2023 14:58:49 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/fa823dfd-e23b-38a6-abd9-18ddbe29d6df When the new Caliph turns his attention to al-Andalus, he concentrates on two threats - the Portugese freelancer Geraldo the Fearless and the Almohad's traditional foe the Wolf King.

]]> When the new Caliph turns his attention to al-Andalus, he concentrates on two threats - the Portugese freelancer Geraldo the Fearless and the Almohad's traditional foe the Wolf King.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1332 79 full Episode 78 - A new Caliph Episode 78 - A new Caliph https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-78-a-new-caliph/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-78-a-new-caliph/#comments Fri, 24 Nov 2023 15:39:00 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/5021e2c9-088a-329a-a581-2f251ca189a1 Ambitious plans by the Almohads to dominate al-Andalus are interrupted by the death of the Caliph.

]]> Ambitious plans by the Almohads to dominate al-Andalus are interrupted by the death of the Caliph.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1288 78 full Episode 77 - Setbacks all around Episode 77 - Setbacks all around https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-77-setbacks-all-around/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-77-setbacks-all-around/#comments Fri, 10 Nov 2023 14:32:19 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/6bf0a643-c49c-38df-b229-bc7b5d78c87e Some unexpected deaths among the leaders of Christian Spain, result in two kingdoms being ruled by children named Alfonso.  Meanwhile, over in the Almohad camp, things aren't going much better with the Caliph and his armies preoccupied in northern Africa.

]]> Some unexpected deaths among the leaders of Christian Spain, result in two kingdoms being ruled by children named Alfonso.  Meanwhile, over in the Almohad camp, things aren't going much better with the Caliph and his armies preoccupied in northern Africa.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1278 77 full Episode 76 - The Kingdom of Leon and the Kingdom of Castile Episode 76 - The Kingdom of Leon and the Kingdom of Castile https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-76-the-kingdom-of-leon-and-the-kingdom-of-castile/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-76-the-kingdom-of-leon-and-the-kingdom-of-castile/#comments Fri, 27 Oct 2023 14:39:21 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/b251ea79-fcf2-33a6-aed4-74779ddff7ab Following the fateful decision by the late King Alfonso VII to split his kingdom in two, we meet his sons - King Sancho III of Castile and King Fernando II of Leon.

]]> Following the fateful decision by the late King Alfonso VII to split his kingdom in two, we meet his sons - King Sancho III of Castile and King Fernando II of Leon.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1399 76 full Episode 75 - Exit King Alfonso VII Episode 75 - Exit King Alfonso VII https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-75-exit-king-alfonso-vii/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-75-exit-king-alfonso-vii/#comments Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:50:54 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/4a02249c-4f00-3fc5-bdd3-109d2282de7a King Alfonso VII of Leon and Castile becomes seriously ill just as the Almohads begin to go on the offensive.

]]> King Alfonso VII of Leon and Castile becomes seriously ill just as the Almohads begin to go on the offensive.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1292 75 full Episode 74 - Christian progress slows Episode 74 - Christian progress slows https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-74-christian-progress-slows/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-74-christian-progress-slows/#comments Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:51:36 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/5f3dc24e-6fe3-3c0f-a96a-6e17c5f411c4 King Alfonso VII's attempts to conquer al-Andalus falter, causing him to search far and wide for extra troops.

]]> King Alfonso VII's attempts to conquer al-Andalus falter, causing him to search far and wide for extra troops.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1426 74 full Episode 73 - Christian conquests Episode 73 - Christian conquests https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-73-christian-conquests/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-73-christian-conquests/#comments Fri, 15 Sep 2023 15:34:43 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/1507103d-97a1-32ff-b71c-fc0f679204b0 At the same time as the King of Portugal is besieging Lisbon, King Alfonso VII and the Count of Barcelona are embarking on conquests of their own.

]]> At the same time as the King of Portugal is besieging Lisbon, King Alfonso VII and the Count of Barcelona are embarking on conquests of their own.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1450 73 full Episode 72 - The Kingdom of Portugal and the Second Crusade Part 4 Episode 72 - The Kingdom of Portugal and the Second Crusade Part 4 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-72-the-kingdom-of-portugal-and-the-second-crusade-part-4/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-72-the-kingdom-of-portugal-and-the-second-crusade-part-4/#comments Fri, 01 Sep 2023 16:49:17 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/4d809ea4-37c3-3867-93f2-bd7f26374f2e We bring the siege of Lisbon to its conclusion.

]]> We bring the siege of Lisbon to its conclusion.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1273 72 full Episode 71 - The Kingdom of Portugal and the Second Crusade Part 3 Episode 71 - The Kingdom of Portugal and the Second Crusade Part 3 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-71-the-kingdom-of-portugal-and-the-second-crusade-part-3/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-71-the-kingdom-of-portugal-and-the-second-crusade-part-3/#comments Fri, 18 Aug 2023 15:54:46 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/5c48f482-405f-3b67-86ea-ea3cff2dcdf8 The siege of Lisbon commences, with the crusaders attacking the suburbs outside the city walls.  Construction then begins on some impressive siege equipment. 

]]> The siege of Lisbon commences, with the crusaders attacking the suburbs outside the city walls.  Construction then begins on some impressive siege equipment. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1429 71 full Episode 70 - The Kingdom of Portugal and the Second Crusade Part 2 Episode 70 - The Kingdom of Portugal and the Second Crusade Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-70-the-kingdom-of-portugal-and-the-second-crusade-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-70-the-kingdom-of-portugal-and-the-second-crusade-part-2/#comments Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:34:47 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/ab60cd22-eff6-3668-b73f-c28d4616574a The fleet of crusaders makes its way southwards to discuss its participation in the siege of Lisbon with King Alfonso I of Portugal.

]]> The fleet of crusaders makes its way southwards to discuss its participation in the siege of Lisbon with King Alfonso I of Portugal.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1208 70 full Episode 69 - The Kingdom of Portugal and the Second Crusade Part 1 Episode 69 - The Kingdom of Portugal and the Second Crusade Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-69-the-kingdom-of-portugal-and-the-second-crusade-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-69-the-kingdom-of-portugal-and-the-second-crusade-part-1/#comments Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:42:36 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/273e6b66-efdb-3ec2-a5cf-798279210aa4 King Alfonso I of Portugal decides to take advantage of the crusading movement for his campaign to attack Lisbon.

]]> King Alfonso I of Portugal decides to take advantage of the crusading movement for his campaign to attack Lisbon.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1329 69 full Episode 68 - The arrival of the Almohads Episode 68 - The arrival of the Almohads https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-68-the-arrival-of-the-almohads/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-68-the-arrival-of-the-almohads/#comments Fri, 07 Jul 2023 15:58:50 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/b45414df-bdaf-343a-859b-618ccd1a6072 As Almoravid rule collapses, the Almohads arrive on the Iberian peninsula. 

]]> As Almoravid rule collapses, the Almohads arrive on the Iberian peninsula. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1415 68 full Episode 67 - The decline of the Almoravids Episode 67 - The decline of the Almoravids https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-67-the-decline-of-the-almoravids/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-67-the-decline-of-the-almoravids/#comments Fri, 23 Jun 2023 15:54:49 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/55713de0-909d-3769-9372-c60f63457b9d We switch our focus to the southern portion of the Iberian peninsula, where Almoravid influence is waning.

]]> We switch our focus to the southern portion of the Iberian peninsula, where Almoravid influence is waning.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1405 67 full Episode 66 - Succession Drama Part 3 Episode 66 - Succession Drama Part 3 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-66-succession-drama-part-3/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-66-succession-drama-part-3/#comments Fri, 09 Jun 2023 15:47:02 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/312532bf-81f7-37bf-abae-faad7d178a7d The succession drama following the death of Alfonso of Aragon finally comes to an end with the Christian parts of the Iberian peninsula forming themselves into four separate kingdoms - the Kingdom of Leon & Castile, the Kingdom of Aragon/Catalonia, the Kingdom of Navarre and the Kingdom of Portugal.   

]]> The succession drama following the death of Alfonso of Aragon finally comes to an end with the Christian parts of the Iberian peninsula forming themselves into four separate kingdoms - the Kingdom of Leon & Castile, the Kingdom of Aragon/Catalonia, the Kingdom of Navarre and the Kingdom of Portugal.   

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1440 66 full Episode 65 - Succession Drama Part 2 Episode 65 - Succession Drama Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-65-succession-drama-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-65-succession-drama-part-2/#comments Fri, 26 May 2023 15:56:15 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/f0694b79-54d7-3e96-9491-eaf0b3e99925 As the succession drama following the death of Alfonso of Aragon continues, the Kingdom of Aragon struggles to survive.

]]> As the succession drama following the death of Alfonso of Aragon continues, the Kingdom of Aragon struggles to survive.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1335 65 full Episode 64 - Succession Drama Part 1 Episode 64 - Succession Drama Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-64-succession-drama-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-64-succession-drama-part-1/#comments Fri, 12 May 2023 15:51:15 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/5d26cdab-9dd2-3880-a709-2bb9cd2106a2 Fall out from the death of Alfonso of Aragon leaves leaders from across the region scrambling to take advantage of the situation. 

]]> Fall out from the death of Alfonso of Aragon leaves leaders from across the region scrambling to take advantage of the situation. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1296 64 full Episode 63 - Exit Alfonso of Aragon Episode 63 - Exit Alfonso of Aragon https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-63-exit-alfonso-of-aragon/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-63-exit-alfonso-of-aragon/#comments Fri, 28 Apr 2023 16:37:50 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/c37534e6-1d11-32d8-94f3-7a6d076e4c7e After an action-packed life, Alfonso of Aragon dies in 1134.  However, the terms of his will leave the Kingdom of Aragon facing an uncertain future. 

]]> After an action-packed life, Alfonso of Aragon dies in 1134.  However, the terms of his will leave the Kingdom of Aragon facing an uncertain future. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1256 63 full Episode 62 - French troubles Episode 62 - French troubles https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-62-french-troubles/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-62-french-troubles/#comments Fri, 14 Apr 2023 15:40:25 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/bb0c2ff8-a423-3dfe-99f9-9b6913eba8fe In an unexpected turn of events, King Alfonso of Aragon finds himself bogged down by events in France.

]]> In an unexpected turn of events, King Alfonso of Aragon finds himself bogged down by events in France.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1224 62 full Episode 61 - King Alfonso VII Episode 61 - King Alfonso VII https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-61-king-alfonso-vii/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-61-king-alfonso-vii/#comments Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:07:52 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/7b3a64b0-d385-3c2d-b92c-e4fb7072e72a Following the death of Queen Urraca in 1127, a scramble for power takes place in the north -  resulting in the coronation of King Alfonso VII.

]]> Following the death of Queen Urraca in 1127, a scramble for power takes place in the north -  resulting in the coronation of King Alfonso VII.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1276 61 full Episode 60 - Alfonso of Aragon - Valencia and beyond Episode 60 - Alfonso of Aragon - Valencia and beyond https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-60-alfonso-of-aragon-valencia-and-beyond/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-60-alfonso-of-aragon-valencia-and-beyond/#comments Fri, 17 Mar 2023 14:50:36 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/29bb39f0-80cb-3351-a648-90ada9d26e6f Fresh from his conquest of Zaragoza, Alfonso of Aragon embarks on an ambitious campaign pushing deep into Almoravid territory in 1125.

]]> Fresh from his conquest of Zaragoza, Alfonso of Aragon embarks on an ambitious campaign pushing deep into Almoravid territory in 1125.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1279 60 full Episode 59 - Alfonso of Aragon - Zaragoza Episode 59 - Alfonso of Aragon - Zaragoza https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-59-alfonso-of-aragon-zaragoza/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-59-alfonso-of-aragon-zaragoza/#comments Fri, 03 Mar 2023 15:14:27 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/9425861e-0929-3f84-ba95-10ca516e794b We check in on Alfonso of Aragon who is attempting to secure the taifa of Zaragoza.

]]> We check in on Alfonso of Aragon who is attempting to secure the taifa of Zaragoza.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1326 59 full Episode 58 - Queen Urraca encounters some difficulties Episode 58 - Queen Urraca encounters some difficulties https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-58-queen-urraca-encounters-some-difficulties/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-58-queen-urraca-encounters-some-difficulties/#comments Fri, 17 Feb 2023 15:05:47 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/acf7a38c-9202-3f5c-a6f0-8548761872fd Queen Urraca finds herself in conflict with Rome following her imprisonment of Archbishop Gelmirez of Santiago de Compostela in 1120.

]]> Queen Urraca finds herself in conflict with Rome following her imprisonment of Archbishop Gelmirez of Santiago de Compostela in 1120.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1337 58 full Episode 57 - Queen Uracca makes some moves Episode 57 - Queen Uracca makes some moves https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-57-queen-uracca-makes-some-moves/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-57-queen-uracca-makes-some-moves/#comments Fri, 23 Dec 2022 16:15:17 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/221eca32-fc05-3a0e-bfb2-a1d5e992bdec While King Alfonso of Aragon is occupied in Zaragoza, Queen Uracca embarks on a misson to defeat her enemies in the north of the peninsula. 

]]> While King Alfonso of Aragon is occupied in Zaragoza, Queen Uracca embarks on a misson to defeat her enemies in the north of the peninsula. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1370 57 full Episode 56 - Zaragoza Episode 56 - Zaragoza https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-56-zaragoza/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-56-zaragoza/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:58:49 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/0e0dfe78-a98c-3e02-a32a-14b5abec678b King Alfonso of Aragon embarks on an ambitious campaign to conquer Zaragoza in 1118.

]]> King Alfonso of Aragon embarks on an ambitious campaign to conquer Zaragoza in 1118.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1492 56 full Episode 55 - Portugal Episode 55 - Portugal https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-55-portugal/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-55-portugal/#comments Fri, 25 Nov 2022 15:13:42 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/6f6fd028-ea8a-35d7-94d1-dc317f4dd6f6 The Kingdom of Portugal emerges while Queen Urraca endures one of the worst experiences of her reign in the town of Santiago de Compostela.

]]> The Kingdom of Portugal emerges while Queen Urraca endures one of the worst experiences of her reign in the town of Santiago de Compostela.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1386 55 full Episode 54 - Truce Episode 54 - Truce https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-54-truce/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-54-truce/#comments Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:54:13 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/2deef363-7490-34ce-bc6c-90e06f330d49 The warring monarchs in the Christian north finally decide to set their differences aside.

]]> The warring monarchs in the Christian north finally decide to set their differences aside.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1333 54 full Episode 53 - Family dramas Episode 53 - Family dramas https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-53-family-dramas/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-53-family-dramas/#comments Fri, 28 Oct 2022 15:14:23 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/c4b49112-5a41-31ad-a8b8-5317aa3cba90 After the breakdown of the marrage between Queen Urraca and Alfonso of Aragon, events threaten to spiral out of control.

]]> After the breakdown of the marrage between Queen Urraca and Alfonso of Aragon, events threaten to spiral out of control.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1318 53 full Episode 52 - Alfonso of Aragon & Urraca Episode 52 - Alfonso of Aragon & Urraca https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-52-alphonso-of-aragon-urraca/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-52-alphonso-of-aragon-urraca/#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2022 14:24:37 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/a05be9bd-f058-3b0f-914f-dcb3b975cc61 The marriage of King Alfonso I of Aragon to Urraca of Leon and Castile gets off to a rocky, gravelly and croaky start - just like my voice in this episode unfortunately. 

]]> The marriage of King Alfonso I of Aragon to Urraca of Leon and Castile gets off to a rocky, gravelly and croaky start - just like my voice in this episode unfortunately. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1395 52 full Episode 51 - Yes, another episode about succession issues Episode 51 - Yes, another episode about succession issues https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-51-yes-another-episode-about-succession-issues/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-51-yes-another-episode-about-succession-issues/#comments Fri, 30 Sep 2022 16:04:47 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/6becdb55-4ed0-3d37-9635-0c500244e3c2 Just when King Alfonso VI believes he has his succession issues all sorted, an unexpected event throws everything up in the air.

]]> Just when King Alfonso VI believes he has his succession issues all sorted, an unexpected event throws everything up in the air.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1407 51 full Episode 50 - Some more succession issues Episode 50 - Some more succession issues https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-50-some-more-succession-issues/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-50-some-more-succession-issues/#comments Fri, 16 Sep 2022 15:40:15 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/a55f7653-20b2-3652-8161-84a42b17ba9e While a looming succession crisis emerges for both king Alfonso VI and the Almoravids, a shift in popular consciousness begins to take place following the death of El Cid.

]]> While a looming succession crisis emerges for both king Alfonso VI and the Almoravids, a shift in popular consciousness begins to take place following the death of El Cid.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1298 50 full Episode 49 - Succession issues Episode 49 - Succession issues https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-49-succession-issues/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-49-succession-issues/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:52:05 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/1e05a8dc-f81b-347c-a725-557ae8d90da3 The Kingdom of Leon and Castile and the Christian territory of Valencia both grapple with succession issues.

]]> The Kingdom of Leon and Castile and the Christian territory of Valencia both grapple with succession issues.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1308 49 full Episode 48 - El Cid Episode 48 - El Cid https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-48-el-cid/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-48-el-cid/#comments Fri, 19 Aug 2022 15:50:05 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/3b1e13e0-c8d7-3541-bc33-ce0e0628f358 Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (aka El Cid) scores a memorable victory against the Almoravids at the battle of Cuarte in 1094.

]]> Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (aka El Cid) scores a memorable victory against the Almoravids at the battle of Cuarte in 1094.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1249 48 full Episode 47 - Valencia Episode 47 - Valencia https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-47-valencia/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-47-valencia/#comments Fri, 05 Aug 2022 16:00:44 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/cc061c71-fe3e-3363-82e9-a71cecd4f669 El Cid manages to conquer the wealthy taifa of Valencia.

]]> El Cid manages to conquer the wealthy taifa of Valencia.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1306 47 full Episode 46 - The Almoravid advance Episode 46 - The Almoravid advance https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-46-the-almoravid-advance/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-46-the-almoravid-advance/#comments Fri, 22 Jul 2022 15:39:27 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/99c729dd-0ddb-3961-bef9-0b881e5e619a The Almoravids invade al-Andalus in 1090 and begin to conquer the taifas.

]]> The Almoravids invade al-Andalus in 1090 and begin to conquer the taifas.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1379 46 full Episode 45 - Another interlude Episode 45 - Another interlude https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-45-another-interlude/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-45-another-interlude/#comments Fri, 08 Jul 2022 15:54:34 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/16e00881-cf70-37a6-9e48-f5475d0d7b6f Between the departure of the Almoravids in 1088 and their return in 1090, a number of significant events take place. 

]]> Between the departure of the Almoravids in 1088 and their return in 1090, a number of significant events take place. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1349 45 full Episode 44 - Interlude Episode 44 - Interlude https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-44-interlude/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-44-interlude/#comments Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:00:53 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/057bf64c-d8e5-3b3e-a620-4d69f8018cca In the period of interlude between the departure of the Almoravids and their return to al-Andalus, some significant events take place.

]]> In the period of interlude between the departure of the Almoravids and their return to al-Andalus, some significant events take place.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1368 44 full Episode 43 - The Almoravids Episode 43 - The Almoravids https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-43-the-almoravids/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-43-the-almoravids/#comments Fri, 10 Jun 2022 16:05:50 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/3de0fcd5-0bf8-3408-8f7b-91c49976ed7b The Almoravids of northern Africa arrive in al-Andalus and clash with King Alfonso VI at the battle of Sagrajas in October 1086.

]]> The Almoravids of northern Africa arrive in al-Andalus and clash with King Alfonso VI at the battle of Sagrajas in October 1086.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1321 43 full Episode 42 - A serpent in the basket Episode 42 - A serpent in the basket https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-42-a-serpent-in-the-basket/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-42-a-serpent-in-the-basket/#comments Fri, 27 May 2022 15:46:49 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/70e731d5-47ce-340d-8f96-02926771c071 As King Alfonso VI and Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar prepare to face off in Zaragoza, a new threat emerges to the south.

]]> As King Alfonso VI and Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar prepare to face off in Zaragoza, a new threat emerges to the south.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1375 42 full Episode 41 - The struggle for Toledo Episode 41 - The struggle for Toledo https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-41-the-struggle-for-toledo/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-41-the-struggle-for-toledo/#comments Fri, 13 May 2022 15:22:44 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/f1738269-e432-3814-8311-8b92f038e4d2 As King Alfonso's attentions turn to the east, different factions inside Toledo struggle for supremacy.

]]> As King Alfonso's attentions turn to the east, different factions inside Toledo struggle for supremacy.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1293 41 full Episode 40 - Toledo Part 3 Episode 40 - Toledo Part 3 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-40-toledo-part-3/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-40-toledo-part-3/#comments Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:22:35 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/8392b987-5f20-34fb-ab98-42fc03303fd7 In the first major victory of the Reconquesta, Toledo falls to King Alfonso VI.

]]> In the first major victory of the Reconquesta, Toledo falls to King Alfonso VI.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1388 40 full Episode 39 - Toledo Part 2 Episode 39 - Toledo Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-39-toledo-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-39-toledo-part-2/#comments Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:24:56 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/36bff3bf-28e7-3702-8841-5684ab45bf14 The taifa of Toledo hits a rocky patch which King Alfonso VI swings to his advantage.  Meanwhile, Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (later known as El Cid) makes a couple of bad choices and ends up in exile.

]]> The taifa of Toledo hits a rocky patch which King Alfonso VI swings to his advantage.  Meanwhile, Rodrigo Diaz de Vivar (later known as El Cid) makes a couple of bad choices and ends up in exile.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1333 39 full Episode 38 - Toledo Part 1 Episode 38 - Toledo Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-38-toledo-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-38-toledo-part-1/#comments Fri, 01 Apr 2022 14:19:21 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/d0d15caa-66c3-3e86-8b2e-79a0b2a52d52 During the 1070s, two assassinations - one in al-Andalus and one in the Christian north - send shockwaves across the Iberian peninsula.

]]> During the 1070s, two assassinations - one in al-Andalus and one in the Christian north - send shockwaves across the Iberian peninsula.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1379 38 full Episode 37 - Barbastro Part 2 Episode 37 - Barbastro Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-37-barbastro-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-37-barbastro-part-2/#comments Fri, 18 Mar 2022 10:31:18 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/95c4f824-edde-3497-96f1-33e90fb788d3 Christian armies from France and beyond, hit some speed humps in their attempts to conquer parts of the taifa of Zaragoza.

]]> Christian armies from France and beyond, hit some speed humps in their attempts to conquer parts of the taifa of Zaragoza.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1283 37 full Episode 36 - Barbastro Part 1 Episode 36 - Barbastro Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-36-barbastro-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-36-barbastro-part-1/#comments Fri, 04 Mar 2022 15:01:01 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/a5f91ff7-6c6f-3296-9a68-84fa0f48b469 We turn our attentions to the Christian Kingdoms in the Pyrenees where the King of Aragon has been attempting to conquer territory in Muslim Zaragoza.

]]> We turn our attentions to the Christian Kingdoms in the Pyrenees where the King of Aragon has been attempting to conquer territory in Muslim Zaragoza.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1296 36 full Episode 35 - Succession Episode 35 - Succession https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-35-succession/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-35-succession/#comments Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:28:24 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/494ab2f2-31ef-3ed9-9e7b-6ef983aafebe Following the death of King Fernando I of Leon and Castile, his heirs embark on a messy succession journey.

]]> Following the death of King Fernando I of Leon and Castile, his heirs embark on a messy succession journey.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1398 35 full Episode 34 - King Fernando I of Leon and Castile Part 2 Episode 34 - King Fernando I of Leon and Castile Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-34-king-fernando-i-of-leon-and-castile-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-34-king-fernando-i-of-leon-and-castile-part-2/#comments Fri, 24 Dec 2021 08:54:30 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/fb5190eb-0d82-3e30-9b68-4fa146475cef We follow the exploits of King Fernando I until the end of his reign in 1065.

]]> We follow the exploits of King Fernando I until the end of his reign in 1065.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1349 34 full Episode 33 - King Fernando I of Leon and Castile Part 1 Episode 33 - King Fernando I of Leon and Castile Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-33-king-fernando-i-of-leon-and-castile-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-33-king-fernando-i-of-leon-and-castile-part-1/#comments Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:47:07 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/057963a0-14fb-31a8-a9da-aaf30efdf78a Taking advantage of conflict between the Taifas, King Fernando begins his policy of raiding into and extracting tribute from, regions across al-Andalus. 

]]> Taking advantage of conflict between the Taifas, King Fernando begins his policy of raiding into and extracting tribute from, regions across al-Andalus. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1315 33 full Episode 32 - The Taifas Episode 32 - The Taifas https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-32-the-taifas/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-32-the-taifas/#comments Fri, 26 Nov 2021 14:30:44 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/8edbca27-6ef2-37ea-aad4-d7a1d188559b Following the collapse of the Caliphate, a number of regional kingdoms called Taifas, emerge across al-Andalus.

]]> Following the collapse of the Caliphate, a number of regional kingdoms called Taifas, emerge across al-Andalus.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1355 32 full Episode 31 - Galicia, Leon & Castile Episode 31 - Galicia, Leon & Castile https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-31-galicia-leon-castile/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-31-galicia-leon-castile/#comments Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:47:42 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/98f97410-88c2-300c-99ec-194a402b8a0b We complete our look at the Christian kingdoms by examining the Christian North.

]]> We complete our look at the Christian kingdoms by examining the Christian North.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1328 31 full Episode 30 - Aragon & Catalonia Episode 30 - Aragon & Catalonia https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-30-aragon-catalonia/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-30-aragon-catalonia/#comments Fri, 29 Oct 2021 14:20:42 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/328c7b77-8bd0-3904-81d3-4a5a50c85322 We continue our focus on the Christian states by taking a look at the establishment of Catalonia and the rise of the Kingdom of Aragon.

]]> We continue our focus on the Christian states by taking a look at the establishment of Catalonia and the rise of the Kingdom of Aragon.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1361 30 full Episode 29 - The Kingdom of Navarre Episode 29 - The Kingdom of Navarre https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-29-the-kingdom-of-navarre/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-29-the-kingdom-of-navarre/#comments Fri, 15 Oct 2021 14:41:14 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/9a34142a-2783-3ff2-bd29-29595b11ed83 We track developments in the Kingdom of Navarre, up to the end of the Caliphate in the 1030s.

]]> We track developments in the Kingdom of Navarre, up to the end of the Caliphate in the 1030s.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1340 29 full Episode 28 - The end of the Caliphate Episode 28 - The end of the Caliphate https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-28-the-end-of-the-caliphate/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-28-the-end-of-the-caliphate/#comments Fri, 01 Oct 2021 15:22:39 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/a2df3295-5628-3408-b5f7-288bb0a83ffb The chaos in al-Andalus continues, with the Caliphate eventually stumbling and coming to an end.

]]> The chaos in al-Andalus continues, with the Caliphate eventually stumbling and coming to an end.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1166 28 full Episode 27 - Sanchuelo Episode 27 - Sanchuelo https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-27-sanchuelo/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-27-sanchuelo/#comments Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:09:28 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/94754aa8-e64e-3e3c-af4f-d5860d2bf0c6 We take a look at the short but disastrous rule of Sanchuelo.

]]> We take a look at the short but disastrous rule of Sanchuelo.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1274 27 full Episode 26 - After al-Mansur Episode 26 - After al-Mansur https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-26-after-al-mansur/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-26-after-al-mansur/#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2021 15:38:59 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/bc32990b-f201-36c6-a04d-f23d82716d6b We look back on al-Mansur's legacy following his unexpected death in the year 1002.  Then we examine the rule of his son and successor, Abd al-Malik. 

]]> We look back on al-Mansur's legacy following his unexpected death in the year 1002.  Then we examine the rule of his son and successor, Abd al-Malik. 

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1141 26 full Episode 25 - Al-Mansur Part 3 Episode 25 - Al-Mansur Part 3 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-25-al-mansur-part-3/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-25-al-mansur-part-3/#comments Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:57:16 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/0076a864-6f91-3015-aa40-32b27d2fcba4 Al-Mansur reaches the pinnacle of his power and celebrates by launching an audacious attack on Santiago de Compostela.

]]> Al-Mansur reaches the pinnacle of his power and celebrates by launching an audacious attack on Santiago de Compostela.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1249 25 full Episode 24 - Al-Mansur Part 2 Episode 24 - Al-Mansur Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-24-al-mansur-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-24-al-mansur-part-2/#comments Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:58:08 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/463e660a-d360-34be-9c6c-3ee0393d621b Having assumed control of the administration of al-Andalus, al-Mansur turns his attention to the Caliphate's military forces.

]]> Having assumed control of the administration of al-Andalus, al-Mansur turns his attention to the Caliphate's military forces.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1226 24 full Episode 23 - Al-Mansur Part 1 Episode 23 - Al-Mansur Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-23-al-mansur-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-23-al-mansur-part-1/#comments Fri, 23 Jul 2021 15:19:05 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/85b65edd-c95f-3f06-bd02-8dcbbb9dc470 When a child is invested as the new Calpih of al-Andalus, al-Mansur manipulates events to his advantage.

]]> When a child is invested as the new Calpih of al-Andalus, al-Mansur manipulates events to his advantage.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1264 23 full Episode 22 - Trouble brewing Episode 22 - Trouble brewing https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-22-trouble-brewing/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-22-trouble-brewing/#comments Fri, 09 Jul 2021 15:57:47 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/acbfb5fd-168d-39d6-8dcf-cb72248aacb5 After al-Hakam II suffers a health setback, a palace official moves to take advantage of the situation.

]]> After al-Hakam II suffers a health setback, a palace official moves to take advantage of the situation.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1278 22 full Episode 21 - al-Hakam II Episode 21 - al-Hakam II https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-21-al-hakam-ii/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-21-al-hakam-ii/#comments Fri, 25 Jun 2021 15:16:04 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/60ff066e-7a87-3727-83e6-3df82c3384ca We take a look at the rule of Abd al-Rahman's successor, al-Hakam II.  We also explore the impact of one of the most prominent Jewish residents of al-Andalus, Hasdai ibn Shaprut.

]]> We take a look at the rule of Abd al-Rahman's successor, al-Hakam II.  We also explore the impact of one of the most prominent Jewish residents of al-Andalus, Hasdai ibn Shaprut.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1305 21 full Episode 20 - The Caliph Part 2 Episode 20 - The Caliph Part 2 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-20-the-caliph-part-2/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-20-the-caliph-part-2/#comments Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:57:12 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/9378d255-1074-3ede-9c1a-bb17fa9a41be Abd al-Rahman III continues his wildly successful period of rule.

]]> Abd al-Rahman III continues his wildly successful period of rule.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1239 20 full Episode 19 - The Caliph Part 1 Episode 19 - The Caliph Part 1 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-19-the-caliph-part-1/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-19-the-caliph-part-1/#comments Fri, 28 May 2021 14:57:47 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/22bca373-229f-3030-a97a-2d49c1c43dc9 Having catapulted himself onto the world stage, Abd al-Rahman III builds a palace to match his new status.

]]> Having catapulted himself onto the world stage, Abd al-Rahman III builds a palace to match his new status.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1458 19 full Episode 18 - Abd al-Rahman III Episode 18 - Abd al-Rahman III https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-18-abd-al-rahman-iii/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-18-abd-al-rahman-iii/#comments Fri, 14 May 2021 15:03:13 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/7d6f93c0-c778-396e-ae32-9c35e4b8693e We welcome a new Emir to al-Andalus.  

]]> We welcome a new Emir to al-Andalus.  

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1461 18 full Episode 17 - Abd-Allah Episode 17 - Abd-Allah https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-17-abd-allah/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-17-abd-allah/#comments Fri, 30 Apr 2021 14:38:56 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/41ba6880-819f-3bf8-8d84-2767838d8046 Al-Andalus has had a solid run of competent, energetic Emirs...until now.  We examine the disastrous rule of Abd-Allah.

]]> Al-Andalus has had a solid run of competent, energetic Emirs...until now.  We examine the disastrous rule of Abd-Allah.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1410 17 full Episode 16 - The rebel of Bobastro Episode 16 - The rebel of Bobastro https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-16-the-rebel-of-bobastro/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-16-the-rebel-of-bobastro/#comments Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:10:29 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/9817d559-81af-3f37-8995-dd52f5a3b0f2 While King Alfonso III continues his campaign of expansion in the north of the Iberian peninsula, Emir Muhammad faces a new threat to his reign.

]]> While King Alfonso III continues his campaign of expansion in the north of the Iberian peninsula, Emir Muhammad faces a new threat to his reign.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1338 16 full Episode 15 - King Alfonso III of Asturias Episode 15 - King Alfonso III of Asturias https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-15-king-alfonso-iii-of-asturias/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-15-king-alfonso-iii-of-asturias/#comments Fri, 02 Apr 2021 11:51:41 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/32938182-6ea8-386c-9b86-9bc399ad5447 While the Emir of al-Andalus Muhammad I is trying to stamp out rebellions within his territory, a new threat emerges, in the form of King Alphonso III of Asturias.

]]> While the Emir of al-Andalus Muhammad I is trying to stamp out rebellions within his territory, a new threat emerges, in the form of King Alphonso III of Asturias.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1195 15 full Episode 14 - Muhammad I Episode 14 - Muhammad I https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-14-muhammad-i/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-14-muhammad-i/#comments Fri, 19 Mar 2021 14:22:00 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/d90aad11-06e7-3907-a731-635ce546fe14 We examine the beginning of the period of rule of the new Emir of al-Andalus, Muhammad I.

]]> We examine the beginning of the period of rule of the new Emir of al-Andalus, Muhammad I.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1337 14 full Episode 13 - Christianity during the rule of Abd al-Rahman II : outside al-Andalus Episode 13 - Christianity during the rule of Abd al-Rahman II : outside al-Andalus https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-13-christianity-during-the-rule-of-abd-al-rahman-ii-outside-al-andalus/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-13-christianity-during-the-rule-of-abd-al-rahman-ii-outside-al-andalus/#comments Fri, 05 Mar 2021 14:14:22 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/bafcf3e4-6d48-3be8-bac5-7af0405718a6 We examine how Christians who left al-Andalus during the reign of Abd al-Rahman II for the northern parts of the Iberian peninsula, left their influence on the Christian states. 

We also zoom in for a closer look at the Basque region.

]]> We examine how Christians who left al-Andalus during the reign of Abd al-Rahman II for the northern parts of the Iberian peninsula, left their influence on the Christian states. 

We also zoom in for a closer look at the Basque region.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1232 13 full Episode 12 - Christianity during the rule of Abd al-Rahman II : inside al-Andalus Episode 12 - Christianity during the rule of Abd al-Rahman II : inside al-Andalus https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-12-christianity-during-the-rule-of-abd-al-rahman-ii-inside-al-andalus/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-12-christianity-during-the-rule-of-abd-al-rahman-ii-inside-al-andalus/#comments Fri, 19 Feb 2021 14:28:12 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/5c6e1b51-0948-3570-880a-6f8bb2e1a911 We take a look at the effect of the colourful reign of Abd al-Rahman II on the Christians of al-Andalus.

]]> We take a look at the effect of the colourful reign of Abd al-Rahman II on the Christians of al-Andalus.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1333 12 full Episode 11 - Abd al-Rahman II Episode 11 - Abd al-Rahman II https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-11-abd-al-rahman-ii/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-11-abd-al-rahman-ii/#comments Fri, 11 Dec 2020 14:05:24 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/ebd34916-fb2a-3cc6-8b9f-ce61d5128744 We return to the narrative in 822 and welcome a new Emir to al-Andalus - Abd al-Rahman II.

]]> We return to the narrative in 822 and welcome a new Emir to al-Andalus - Abd al-Rahman II.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1583 11 full Episode 10 - The early 800s: a snapshot Episode 10 - The early 800s: a snapshot https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-10-the-early-800s-a-snapshot/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-10-the-early-800s-a-snapshot/#comments Fri, 27 Nov 2020 15:32:11 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/5e4fb256-e6a4-3b7a-81e7-1ebe4572df0d We take a look at the Iberian peninsula in the first few decades of the 9th century.

]]> We take a look at the Iberian peninsula in the first few decades of the 9th century.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1586 10 full Episode 9 - The Kingdom of Asturias Episode 9 - The Kingdom of Asturias https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-9-the-kingdom-of-asturias/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-9-the-kingdom-of-asturias/#comments Fri, 13 Nov 2020 14:04:32 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/3702551a-d9fb-31c2-8747-e1fd77aa88c0 We take a look at the establishment and rise of the rebel Christian Kingdom of Asturias.

]]> We take a look at the establishment and rise of the rebel Christian Kingdom of Asturias.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1481 9 full Episode 8 - al-Hakam Episode 8 - al-Hakam https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-8-al-hakam/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-8-al-hakam/#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2020 14:37:03 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/94d33976-8de8-3aba-9ede-e19ecb077676 We take a look at the lengthy reign of al-Hakam then travel to the northern coastline of the Iberian peninsula where some independent Christian states are beginning to emerge.

]]> We take a look at the lengthy reign of al-Hakam then travel to the northern coastline of the Iberian peninsula where some independent Christian states are beginning to emerge.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1421 8 full Episode 7 - Hisham Episode 7 - Hisham https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-7-hisham/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-7-hisham/#comments Fri, 16 Oct 2020 13:13:15 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/ebcf58cc-2f76-3f37-8246-a4d1c4db7eae Abd al-Rahman died in the year 788.  Which one of his sons will rise to power?

]]> Abd al-Rahman died in the year 788.  Which one of his sons will rise to power?

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1371 7 full Episode 6 - Abd al-Rahman Episode 6 - Abd al-Rahman https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-6-abd-al-rahman/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-6-abd-al-rahman/#comments Fri, 02 Oct 2020 15:06:08 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/421b29f7-eb5a-35a7-afb8-48644b126932 The last surviving member of the Umayyad dynasty makes his way to the Iberian peninsula, a move which will have long-reaching consequences.

]]> The last surviving member of the Umayyad dynasty makes his way to the Iberian peninsula, a move which will have long-reaching consequences.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1407 6 full Episode 5 - Shifting power: 740-750 Episode 5 - Shifting power: 740-750 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-5-shifting-power-740-750/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-5-shifting-power-740-750/#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2020 15:00:26 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/3b752595-fe60-39b9-a9ce-f0e038adf9f6 The Muslim rulers of Al-Andalus face a Berber revolt and the arrival of some troublesome newcomers.

]]> The Muslim rulers of Al-Andalus face a Berber revolt and the arrival of some troublesome newcomers.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1442 5 full Episode 4 - Securing Muslim rule Episode 4 - Securing Muslim rule https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-4-securing-muslim-rule/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-4-securing-muslim-rule/#comments Fri, 04 Sep 2020 15:09:50 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/0dff0468-a425-377e-a7c4-936997a5eda8 Within a few years following the Battle of 711, the Muslim invaders had consolidated their rule over the Iberian peninsula.  How did they manage to do this?  Listen in to find out.

]]> Within a few years following the Battle of 711, the Muslim invaders had consolidated their rule over the Iberian peninsula.  How did they manage to do this?  Listen in to find out.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1485 4 full Episode 3 - The Battle of 711 Episode 3 - The Battle of 711 https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-3-the-battle-of-711/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-3-the-battle-of-711/#comments Fri, 21 Aug 2020 15:20:15 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/a363ab25-3adf-302e-a9ca-3e3a9f7ffdeb We discuss the battle which brought the Muslim conquerers to the Iberian peninsula.

]]> We discuss the battle which brought the Muslim conquerers to the Iberian peninsula.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1560 3 full Episode 2 - The final years of the Visigoths Episode 2 - The final years of the Visigoths https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-2-the-final-years-of-the-visigoths/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-2-the-final-years-of-the-visigoths/#comments Fri, 07 Aug 2020 15:56:35 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/ce5febb6-10cd-386e-bc06-0d650e388df8 We examine the lead up to the battle of 711 and the last years of Visigothic rule.

]]> We examine the lead up to the battle of 711 and the last years of Visigothic rule.

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1585 2 full Episode 1 - Introduction Episode 1 - Introduction https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-1-introduction-1595556657/ https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-1-introduction-1595556657/#comments Fri, 24 Jul 2020 12:10:57 +1000 reconquista.podbean.com/b9b2b493-eb79-3d83-a62a-b9bf9ce53149 We take a look at the Iberian peninsular from Roman rule to the establishment of the Visigoths.  

]]> We take a look at the Iberian peninsular from Roman rule to the establishment of the Visigoths.  

]]> Sharyn Eastaugh false No 1550 1 full