
On this show we retrace the history of the Portuguese people, beginning with its deepest roots.
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| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 49 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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This bonus episode is the continuation of the reading of our main source for the conquest of Lisboa in 1147.
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This bonus episode is the first part of a reading of our main source for the conquest of Lisboa in 1147.
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This episode we will cover what is arguably on of the most important milestone of Afonso Henriques reign, the conquest of Lisboa.
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This episode we explore one of the missing critical pieces of Afonso's puzzle, which was a was a royal marriage. We see how his marriage to Matilda of Savoy and the subsequent birth of his legitimate children reshaped his royal court and his long-sta... more
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I’m about eight episodes in, covering roughly 800–1000 CE, and the show does a great job presenting Portugal’s early history in a clear and interesting way. The host explains things simply without oversimplifying, and the pacing makes it easy to follow how events connect. A solid listen to understand how the country developed in its early centuries. I fast-forwarded to the current latest episode, #43, and see it is based around 1145 CE. I hope the host continues into more modern history of Portu... more
Made our move to Portugal and was looking for a podcast about Portuguese culture, but found Rob Mendes’ “History of Portugal”. We’ve been traveling through Spain and Portugal, so we’ve been fortunate enough to visit many of the cities and castles/fortresses mentioned in this podcast. I love it!! Keep ‘em coming, Rob 🙌 I’ll be listening :)
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For most Portuguese, the history of our country starts and ends with the reconquista, the voyages of discovery, and the Velvet Revolution. With this podcast, I’m learning about the bits in between. I have especially enjoyed the chapters about the Muslim centuries, learning about how there was much more to the story than just muslims and Christians fighting each other. Listening to these sessions while walking around the old Muslim quarter of Coimbra has been a special treat.
I was not familiar with Iberia’s early medieval period. Rob Mendes makes the history of that time and the place exciting. I look forward to each new episode.
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A comprehensive exploration of Portuguese history, this show takes listeners on a journey from the origins of the Portuguese people to significant events that have shaped the nation. The episodes cover critical historical moments, such as key battles, influential figures, and cultural dynamics, particularly focusing on the era of Afonso Henriques, the first King of Portugal, and the interactions between Christian and Muslim communities during the Middle Ages. A unique feature of this podcast is its attention to underrepresented aspects of Portuguese history, which often includes perspectives from both Portuguese and foreign narratives, creating a rich tapestry of the nation's past.
Listeners can expect engaging storytelling that connects h... more
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