The History Syndicate Podcast

On this episode, Mark welcomes Nathen Amin to the syndicate to discuss the establishment of the Tudor dynasty in England through the efforts of Henry VII. A deep understanding and discussion expertly led by Nathan into the Wars of the Roses. Henry VII was the 'outsider' for much of the clash between the Red Rose House of Lancaster and the White Rose House of York between1455 and its end with the famous Battle of Bosworth in 1485. Nathen discusses the Welsh heritage of Henry and how his claim to the throne was established, alongside discussing how he kept that throne with the ongoing question of what happened to the Princes in the Tower under Richard III. A superb chat about the Tudor's beginning, Nathen is expert at introducing this subject with superb academic depth reflecting his superb book 'Son of Prophecy'From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.Hosted by Mark Martin.With Nathen Amin.Edited and produced by Mark Martin.Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Steve Tibble to discuss his new book 'The Assassins and Templars: A Battle in Myth and Blood'. Fascinated by the topic, Mark quickly likes to dig into the actual history of the Assassins and Templar's with Steve to establish where these groups predominantly came from. How did they achieve the projected influence they wielded and even down the ages to the extent what were very small groups are still being discussed today. Albeit not always achieving their tactical aims, the success of their influence to get deals and to be treated as equals made them one of the most intriguing stories to emerge from the Middle Ages.From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.Hosted by Mark Martin.With Dr Steve Tibble.Edited and produced by Mark Martin.Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Richard Duckett to discuss his latest book about Lt Col Edgar Peacock DSO MC and Bar called 'Jungle Warrior: Britain's Greatest SOE Commander'. Set against the backdrop of the Second World War in Burma, Richard illustrates how Edgar was driven by a strong sense of duty to serve, despite his age in the difficult conditions the 14th Army faced. Reflecting on the service of his own family, Richard states why he became interested in this facet of World War Two and in particular Burma alongside trying to give recognition to all those who fought there. Additionally, Richard discusses in outline the actions that led to the award on two Military Crosses and a Distinguished Service Order for Edgar, which marked him out as a charismatic and excellent leader on the SOE missions they found themselves.From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.Hosted by Mark Martin.With Richard Duckett.Edited and produced by Mark Martin.Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Wendy Holden to the podcast to discuss her recent book 'The Teacher of Auschwitz'. The novel, based on the experience of 'Fredy' Hirsch, a German Jew who grew up loving nature, sport and supporting youth movements, who then had to flee from the Nazis but subsequently found himself in Theresienstadt Concentration Camp, aka Terezin, and then Auschwitz. Fredy, was able to organise the youth education and sports in these camps, which gave hope to many throughout the horrible terrors of the Holocaust. Wendy's book brings a reminder of these awful events to the attention, as well as the courage and determination of those who experienced it, such as Fredy. Re-assessing Fredy's role in the resistance within Auschwitz also, Wendy expertly discusses the challenges that Fredy faced throughout the novel, increasing the understanding of what occurred during the Holocaust.From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not represent any views of any other organisation or institution.Hosted by Mark Martin.With Wendy Holden.Edited by Mark Martin.Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, Mark welcomes Dr Harry J Sanderson to the podcast to discuss the British approach and public perspectives to recruiting or volunteering for military service in the First and Second World Wars. Their discussion begins with the perceptions of Victorian society on military service and how there is a difference between motivations for volunteer service in 'peacetime' and 'wartime'. Most interestingly, why conflicts are remembered in different ways and the differences between the First and Second World War motivations are chatted about, as well as the delivery of a superb quote that "The Infantry will always be the thunderbolt in the hands of Jupitor to throw at the enemy". Most interesting and further detail on Harry's work will be published in Spring 2026 in a monograph titled 'The Soldier Factory'.From the macro to the micro topics of history, The History Syndicate Podcast is the forum for all with a common interest in all things history.The views expressed are those of the author and guest. They do not necessarily represent any views of any other organisation or institution.Hosted by Mark Martin.With Dr Harry J Sanderson.Edited and produced by Mark Martin.Music: Throughout History available via Podcastle.Audio: Mixed using Podcastle.Cover Art and images created using Canva and Canva DreamLab AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.