Join Living Medieval's Mitch Lawrence and historian Tyler Batstone to discover how medieval tournaments originated, their cultural significance, and how they evolved from martial training to the theatrical spectacles we all know and love. Mitch and Tyler explore the brutal, romantic, and political aspects of these legendary events and consider how true to reality our modern depictions are.

🎙 Hosted By Mitchell Lawrence - @mitchofthefyrd

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🎶 Music Credits

Intro: The Jolly Tankard by Kaazoom

Outro: Medieval Story by SergePavkinMusic

(Both royalty-free via Pixabay)

Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to medieval tournaments and their importance02:00 - Were medieval tournaments as brutal as depicted in pop culture?05:12 - The significance of horse and weapon importance in jousting09:23 - How tournaments originated in France and spread across Europe12:11 - Military purposes of tournaments and training benefits16:06 - Nobility hosting tournaments for celebration and diplomacy20:34 - Political motivations behind grand tournaments in France25:03 - The dangerous and deadly side of medieval tournaments29:19 - Famous knights and champions like William Marshall33:52 - The influence of Arthurian legend and literature on tournament ideals43:56 - The theatrical and ceremonial nature of late medieval tournaments47:37 - The evolution of tournament armor and equipment52:11 - The importance of honour, chivalry, and truthful combat54:24 - The decline of tournaments with the rise of gunpowder warfare58:12 - The cultural legacy of tournaments in modern reenactment's and pop culture

In this episode, Mitchell Lawrence sits down with Thomas Dennis, director and lead actor in 'A Taste of Loyalty', as he shares his deep passion for Richard III and medieval history. He discusses the complexities of adapting historical narratives into film, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in costumes and settings. The film aims to explore the human side of Richard III, challenging the villainous image often associated with him. Thomas highlights the moral dilemmas faced by Richard and the intricate political dynamics of the Wars of the Roses. As the premiere approaches on Tuesday 3rd March, there is great excitement for the audience's reception and the potential for a full-length feature film.

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Thomas Dennis: Thomas Dennis (@thethomasdennis)

🎶 Music Credits

• Intro: The Jolly Tankard by Kaazoom

Outro: Medieval Story by SergePavkinMusic

(Both royalty-free via Pixabay)

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What did a medieval headdress truly mean for the women who wore it ? Was it simply a practical covering, or something with far greater meaning?

In this episode of Living Medieval, host Jess sits down with Maria - a living historian, reenactor, and seamstress based in Scotland - to explore the fascinating world of medieval headdresses. Their conversation traces the evolution of women’s headwear from the 11th to 15th centuries, uncovering its functions, symbolism, and the social messages woven into every veil, wimple, and hennin.

🎙 Hosted By Jessica Lawrence

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YouTube: @pinsandweevils

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🎶 Music Credits

Intro: The Jolly Tankard by Kaazoom

Outro: Medieval Story by SergePavkinMusic

(Both royalty-free via Pixabay)