Jun 24, 2021
One of the things medieval and modern people definitely have in common is an interest in preventing unwanted pregnancies. This week, Danièle speaks with Eleanor Janega to get all the details on medieval contraception.
You can support this podcast and Medievalists.net on Patreon - go to
Jun 17, 2021
This week, Danièle speaks with Marie Favereau about the myths and truths surrounding the Golden Horde, how nomadic people tend to be misunderstood, and how the Mongols changed the world.
You can support this podcast on Patreon - go https://www.patreon.com/medievalists to learn...
Jun 10, 2021
Among the most popular folk heroes of the Middle Ages is one who hails not from a traditional kingdom, but from the animal kingdom. This week, Danièle speaks with Anne Louise Avery about the charming, troubling, and evergreen trickster, Reynard the Fox.
You can support this podcast on Patreon at
Jun 3, 2021
In honour of the 20th anniversary of the publication of The Trotula, Danièle speaks with editor and translator Dr. Monica Green about this astonishing collection of medieval medical and cosmetic advice for women.
You can support this podcast on Patreon - go to