HIStory Through The Eyes Of Faith

After discussions about elections, voting, and squirrels we rejoin Columbus and are amazed at his persistance.

We finally begin the story about the man who was determined and pursued his idea which changed the world! We both learned some things we did not know...and hope you will, also. #ChristopherColumbus Resource used:The World of Columbus and Sons by Genevieve Foster.

 A look at Henry VII, Ivan and the Mongul Horde, and how Michaelangelo got his start....and we see the fading of the Great D'Medici! #shoshonefalls #campeddy #coloradonationalmonument #grandmesa #Michaelangelo #ivanandsophia #arthurtudor

Using Rodney Stark's book "Bearing False Witness" we explore some of the truths around the Spanish Inquisition.  Then we look at the end of the War of Roses and the return of King Arthur! #SpanishInquisition, #RodneyStark, #Tudors, #HenryVII, #arthur

 We continue with Genevieve and see how connected the characters of the 15th century are.  We learn the back story of how the Russian leaders became Czars. And then we get to the serious part! #theinquisition 

We meet some of the interesting personalities of 15th-century Europe using Genevieve Foster's book. #Louis XI #Isabella #WaroftheRoses #HenryTudor #Ferdinand Resource used: The World of Columbus and Sons by Genevieve Foster.   https://amzn.to/4ecxt4o

Here we talk about the impact the Fall of Constantinople had on Europe as well as learn about the new economy created by the Florentines. Then we jump to other events happening around the world on the 15th century.

Leonardo DaVinci...who was he really and how did he contribute to the Renaissance and additionally to our world today? #bighornmedicinewheel

We continue to learn about Henry's quest to find a sea route around Africa and what is discovered along the way...as well as a new map. Then, in the process of taking a different look at the Medicis and their patronage, we take a sidetrack discussion on grace. Resource used:The World of Columbus and Sons by Genevieve Foster. https://amzn.to/4ecxt4o #chimmeyrock

We discover the books of Genevieve Foster and through her meet Prince Henry the Navigator. Topics discussed here include the beginnings of the Age of Discovery/ Exploration,  the early days of the African slave trade, and more of the Air We Breathe. Resource used: The World of Columbus and Sons by Genevieve Foster. https://amzn.to/4ecxt4o

We revisit the book "The Air We Breathe" by discussing the idea of Progress. Lots of thoughtful conversation about the relationship between Christians of the past and present and progress. Also, for a fun game, take a drink or do a squat everytime someone says a word that starts with "p" in this episode! https://amzn.to/3XiIb2V

We're in the 15th century and using the source "Fine Print" by Joann Johansen Bach we discover some interesting details about Guttenberg and his press. https://amzn.to/3Z2LaxQ

Constantine established his capital of the Roman Empire in the 4th century. This is a report on how it came to an end. We also include a brief overview of Islam from its beginning to the 15th century. #fallofConstantinople.  #TheOttomanEmpire

We return to D'Medici and focus on a particular "Renaissance Prince" and some competing families. Along the way, we catch up on the papacy in action during the Renaissance.

The history of Italy is surprisingly different than other parts of Europe. Here we discuss why and talk about a particular "family." #medici

How does an era get its name? A discussion of Jacob Burckhardt gives insight into how we see and think about the Renaissance. We also begin looking at some early Renaissance buds as we meet Petrarch.

Join us for a journey through  Middle English, life in the 14th century for the average folk, and some laughs.

We take an up close look at the waning days of the Middle Ages and those who make up that society through a work of literature.  #thecanteburytales

The 14th century is considered by some as one of the worst in history....why? Here we take a look at the cumulative effect of that period on the mindset of the time. Resource for this episode:  "Century of Crisis" https://youtu.be/fwXlr4_pGhM?si=MPeQ5rupTqMy1fOV

We revisit the "church of piety" with a close look at a girl of the Middle Ages who shaped history. #joanofarc (We also talk about Bigfoot!)

In the midst of some entertaining and sometimes deep discussion, we look into the lives of two men of the 14th and early 15th century. They were convicted by their beliefs and brave enough to speak out against "the church of power." #johnwycliffe #janhuss

Easter talk followed up with some interesting events of the 14th century. The credibility of the office of the Pope continues to decline, and the British and French battle it out. #avignonpapacy #hundredyearswar

After our usual banter (or unusual banter!)...we discuss the decline of papal prestige around the 14th century. Specifically the Church losing focus on the spiritual by being too involved in the world. Interesting.

After some "pool game " discussion, we visit some often underreported topics of the Middle Ages. #littleiceage #blackdeath

We finish our look "around" Thomas Aquinas, and move into travel, commerce, and adventure. We hear from Marco Polo himself!