History with Jackson

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we speak to historian, archaeologist, woodsman, and author Max Adams all about his latest book 'The Museum of the Wood Age'. I would also like to say thank you Head of Zeus for sending me a copy of Max's book! To grab a copy of 'The Museum of the Wood Age' head to: https://uk.bookshop.org/books/the-museum-of-the-wood-age/9781788543507   To keep up to...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we speak to the podcast hosts and authors of 'It's a Continent' Astrid Madimba and Chiny Ukata all about the 1963 Bristol Bus Boycott and the importance of Black History Month.    To read Astrid and Chinny's article on the Boycott head to https://thehistoriansmagazine.com/edition-10-black-history-month use code JACKSON10 for 10% off your purchase...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.     In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their reign,...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Queen Mary I.     In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History.   We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we speak to the author of the  Pen and Sword Book 'Alexander The Great versus Julius Caesar: Who Was The Greatest Commander In The Ancient World' Dr Simon Elliott all about his book and the two great classical leaders.  A very special thanks go to publishers Pen and Sword Books for sending me a copy of Simon's book! To read Simon's book head to:...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II.     In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Charles III whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History.   We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what hap...

Today we speak to; Historian, Author, Podcaster, Royal Historical Society Vic President, and The University of Hertfordshire Professor,  Professor Jonathan Morris, about the history of coffee. In this episode, we look at the origins of coffee, its spread across Europe and its Commercialisation.   To keep up to date with Jonathan head to:  His Instagram and Twitter: @CoffeeHistoryJM&...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Lady Jane Grey.     In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their reign, th...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we speak to the author of the new Pen and Sword Book 'The Death of Christ: The Bible and Popular Culture vs Archaeological and Historical Evidence' Steve Rutledge all about his new book and the political situation surrounding Jesus Christ.   A very special thanks go to publishers Pen and Sword Books for sending me a copy of Steve's book   To read...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we speak to Historian Chris Riley all about Eleanor of Aquitaine. In this episode, we examine Eleanor's life and impact on medieval Europe.  To learn more about Eleanor of Aquitaine you can read:  Eleanor Of Aquitaine: By the Wrath of God, Queen of England by Alison Weir Queens of the Crusades: Eleanor of Aquitaine and her Successors by Alison We...

Today we speak to Historian, Genocide Scholar and Kean University Adjunct Michael E. Carter M.A. all about Genocide. In this episode, we look at what the word Genocide means, what it looks like, historical examples, and what events in the modern world have the potential to become genocidal events.  To learn more on the subject of Genocide:  Jacksonland: President Andrew Jackson, Cherokee...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we speak to co-author of 'The Bright Ages: A New History of Medieval Europe' David M Perry all about his new book and medieval Europe. A very special thanks go to publishers Harper Collins for sending me a copy of David's book To read David and Matthew's 'The Bright Ages: A New History of Medieval Europe' follow the link To read more on the period David re...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Edward VI. In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their reign, their death, and if they w...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Henry VIII. In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their reign, their death, and if they...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we are speaking to author Luke Daly about the Commercialisation of Saints in the Middle Ages. Across the course of this episode, we speak to Luke about how churches commercialised saints, and how these cults emerged.   To read Luke's piece head to:   https://www.medievallatin.com/post/the-exploitation-of-saints-in-medieval-england-11th-13th-centu...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Henry VII. In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their reign, their death, and if they w...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we welcome Joshua Proven as we speak to him about his book 'Bullocks Grain and Good Madeira: The Maratha and Jat Campaigns 1803-1806 and the emergence of an Indian Army'.   A very special thanks to publishers Helion for sending me a copy of Josh's book!   To read Joshua's book head to: https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/bullocks-grai...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Richard III. In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their reign, their death, and if they...

Today on The History with Jackson Podcast we speak to Rosie and Chris from The Historians Magazine about LGBT+ History ahead of the release of the newest edition of The Historian Magazine.    To buy a copy of the latest edition of 'The Historians Magazine' head to: https://thehistoriansmagazine.bigcartel.com/product/the-historians-magazine-edition-6-lgbtq   To Follow The Historians...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Edward IV. In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their reign, their death, and if they w...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are looking at the reign of Edward IV. In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened in their reign, their death, and if they w...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we are speaking with up and coming expert and University of Kent Phd Candidate Peter Stiffell about the Iconography of Mary I. Mary I is one of England's most fascinating Monarchs and Peter talks us through the various ways that Mary was represented before, during and after her reign.  To keep up to date with Peter and his research head to his twitter...

Today we are looking back on what 2021 was like for History with Jackson!   To buy 'The Crystallisation of Totalitarianism' head to: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Crystallisation-Totalitarianism-1953-Conference-defined/dp/B09L4RXCM5/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1636298686&sr=8-1   To catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www. HistorywithJackson.co.u...

Today in The English and British Monarchy Series we are joined by @ChrisRileyHistory as we look at and compare Henry V and Henry VI. In this series, we will look at English and British Monarchs from Edward the Confessor to Elizabeth II whilst also stopping to examine major events in English and British History. We will examine who these Monarchs were, what their early life was like, what happened...

Today on the History with Jackson Podcast we speak to the Author of 'Marutas of Unit 731: Human Experimentation of the Forgotten Asian Auschwitz' and Co-Founder of Pacific Atrocities Education Jenny Chan. Jenny talks us through biological warfare and the horror and brutality of Japan's Unit's 731.  To buy a copy of Jenny's book head to: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Marutas-Unit-731-Experimentatio...