A Medievalist of the Seven Kingdoms (with Dr. Hugh Doherty)

About this episode

Dr. Hugh Doherty discusses 14th century tournament culture and jousting.

Dr. Hugh Doherty (University of East Anglia), the historical consultant for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, joins the podcast to discuss 14th century tournament culture, the dangers of jousting, and the Bayeux Tapestry. Support Noble Blood: —  Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon — Order Dana's book, ' Anatomy: A Love Story ' and its sequel ' Immortality: A Love Story ' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Guest: Dr. Hugh Doherty

Topics covered

• 14th century tournament culture
• jousting
• Bayeux Tapestry
• medieval history
• A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Keywords

• tournament culture
• jousting
• Bayeux Tapestry
• medieval history
• A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of East Anglia

Products: Anatomy: A Love Story, Immortality: A Love Story

Books & works: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Bayeux Tapestry

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