A History of Italy » Podcast
1) What has the printing press ever done for us? - Guest episode by the History of the Germans
This is a guest episode by Dirk Hoffmann of the history of the German podcast, in which he tells us all about the impact of one of the most important inventions in human history, Gutenberg printing pr...Show More
2) Summer update
Just to let you know I haven’t disappeared!
3) 193 - Leonardo Da Vinci part 3 - twilight and legacy
We explore the fascinating intersection between one of the world’s most famous relics and one of its most brilliant minds: Leonardo Da Vinci and the Shroud of Turin. Was Da Vinci someho...Show More
4) Leonardo Da Vinci part 2 - from Florence to Milan
Early Life & EducationBorn illegitimate, Leonardo spent his youth sketching and observing nature.After moving to Florence, he entered the prestigious workshop of Andrea Verrocchio, where he learned no...Show More
5) 191 - Leonardo part 1 - birth of genius
Starting from reasons to have a good cry, particularly concerning hair, we then head to Vinci, outside Florence in the mid 1400's to witness the birth and early childhood of Leonardo to see the start ...Show More
6) The Lion's last roar and a new religion blooming (1519 - 1521)
In this episode, we dive into the dramatic papacy of Pope Leo X, exploring his efforts to secure Medici power, his architectural and social reforms in Rome, and his role in the early days of the Prote...Show More
7) 189 - A German priest complains and a new emperor
Of course! Here's the revised version of the summary show notes with key words and phrases bolded for emphasis:In this episode, we explore the turbulent political and religiou...Show More
8) 187 - The balls are back in town - the Medici return
Among the many casualties of the battle of Garigliano was Piero de Medici, son of Lorenzo the Magnificent. Piero, previously exiled from Florence for his poor leadership during the invasion of Charles...Show More
9) 188 - The Italian Wars 10: Medici at home, Milan back and forth and kings and emperors dying (1513 - 1516)
In this episode, we pick up the story of the Medici family as they return to Florence, armed with the great news of Giovanni de' Medicibecoming Pope Leo X. We dive into:How the Medici family subtly re...Show More
10) God's banker - the Roberto Calvi affair - interview with Nicolò Majnoni
After the release of the series "Secret Kingdom - God's banker" we talk with the podcast creator Nicolò Majnoni about the Roberto Calvi affair and talk about Italy in the early 80's, the Vatican, the...Show More