Jack & Franks

Tales for Wales: A Welsh History Podcast

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Tales for Wales is an inaccurate Welsh history lesson brought to you by two boozy mates. New episodes every Sunday.

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Jack & Franks

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History

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Throwback Thursday: Llywelyn Fawr/Llywelyn the Great Part 2 08.07.2026

It's Part 2 of a throwback to a throwback of a part 1 we did last week. Does that make sense? Who cares, enjoy. Full episode here sweet darlings.

182. Owain Glyndŵr, The Last Prince of Wales Part 4 - How the Battle of Shrewsbury Saved a Kingdom 04.07.2026

It's time for the penultimate episode in the epic Glyndŵr saga and this one's got it all. Battles, tactics, heroes, villains and all of it wrapped up in a fascinating Welsh history bow. Hit play and listen to how the Battle of Shrewsbury played out in all it's glory and the consequences for our dear boy Owain. Check out the Patreon for more beer soaked bites of history, you can even have a taster...

Throwback Thursday: Llywelyn Fawr/Llywelyn the Great Part 1 01.07.2026

Llywelyn Fawr was one of the most notable leaders of medieval Wales and what better way than to honour him than dishing up a section of his episode that features exactly none of his story. If you hit play you will, however, hear some funny hijinks about misusing employer property and how easily a hangover can break the bonds of brotherhood. Full episode is here for all the lovers of the past.

181. Owain Glyndŵr, The Last Prince of Wales Part 3 - The French Connection 27.06.2026

Croeso i rhan tri - that's what we'd be saying if Glyndŵr had his way but the turntables of fate spoke and so I shall speak in the English tongue and welcome you to part 3. Hit play and hear the middle chapter of this Welsh epic and how Owain wasn't just a sword swinging warrior but a big time political player, setting up a Welsh parliament, uniting Welsh lords and bringing Wales to the world stag...

Throwback Thursday: The Great Emu War 25.06.2026

Much like the Emu, we have the ability to look behind us and it's a good thing too because it gives us a chance to give you lovelies a chance to listen to some episodes of old. Hit play and listen to a cheeky segment from a classic tale of man vs beast. Click here to hear the full story of the great Emu War.

Tasty Tuesday: LOTR Recast 22.06.2026

Here we are again with our bi-weekly snippet of Patreon gold to fill your content starved bellies. Hit play and have a listen as we recast one of our favourite film franchises with an all welsh, superstar cast. Get over to the Patreon and sign up if you want to hear more, there's even a cheeky free trial to test the waters for the commitment phobic out there.

180. Owain Glyndŵr, The Last Prince of Wales Part 2 - One Battle After Another 20.06.2026

We're back for a second bite of the Glyndŵr cherry and we can tell you right bloody here and right bloody now it's a tasty one. Hit play and hear all about how Owain and his plucky Welshmen started ramping up the war machine in Wales, rebel style. You'll hear about Hotspur, The Battle of Mynydd Hyddgen, The Battle of Bryn Glas and every juicy detail in between. Join our Patreon for even more histo...

Throwback Thursday: Gruffudd ap Cynan: The Quadruple King of Gwynedd 17.06.2026

Welcome back dear listeners for another glance into the past as we once again revisit the nonsense of yester year. Hold on to your butts as we butcher Irish accents, promote some get rich quick schemes and try to identify exactly what it is you call someone from Hong Kong. Full episode here if you just can't get enough of us.

179. Owain Glyndŵr, The Last Prince of Wales Part 1 - The Welsh Dragon Rises 14.06.2026

The Owain Glyndwr Podcast. This is it. The Tales for Wales magnum opus. The history of our nation's last true prince, brought to you straight from the mouths of two drunk chancers, exactly the way he would have wanted it. Press play to begin the definitive Tales for Wales journey into the life, rebellion, and legacy of Owain Glyndŵr. Join up to our Patreon on and get some exclusive perks including...

Throwback Thursday: Castell Carreg Cennen/Carreg Cennen Castle 10.06.2026

Fancy learning all about one of Wales' most storied castles? Well jog on because here you'll only find a short clip of us talking about Jackie Chan Adventures and bottomless brunching. If you did fancy the real deal though you can have a listen to the full episode here.

Tasty Tuesday: Heroes Tourney Part 2 09.06.2026

Here's a snippet of part two of the heroes tourney we went and did and if you want to know the results well you'll just have to sign up to the Patreon and listen wont you. Luckily for you there's a free trial you can get your mitts on so head over and have a look you tarts.

178. The Landsker Line 06.06.2026

Today we're taking a peek at a border skirmish that's both physical and symbolic but surprisingly isn't a classic Wales v England job, but a border within the bosom of Wales herself. Yes, the border is coming from inside the house. Hit play and gobble up those booze soaked history nuggets you've come to love. Check out our Patreon and set yourself up with a cheeky free trial so you can listen to t...

Throwback Thursday: Wales at War with Luke Davies 03.06.2026

Looking forward is always a good idea but have you ever actually thought about glancing back once in a while you future obsessed mad heads? Hit play and listen to us chat with the beautiful Like Davies about spooky kids shows and our primetime selections on beer. Full episode and our Welsh centric WW2 breakdown here.

177. The House of Clare - Part 2 30.05.2026

The wait is finally over and a boozy retelling of the Clare family history can finally be drawn to a close. Hit play and listen to the tale of the last remaining Clare's, how each of them met their ends and just how much of a dick each of them were to our beloved Cymru. Check out our Patreon and grab yourself a free trial while you can to access our entire back catalogue of premium treats.

Throwback Thursday: The Welsh Resistance in WW2 27.05.2026

Welcome back to another jaunt through the Tales for Wales archives to a few chuckles from episodes past. This little snippet was from the planned Welsh resistance in WW2 and how freakin' sick it was. Full episode and us actually covering the topic here ya dogs.

Tasty Tuesday: Heroes Tourney Part 1 26.05.2026

Come on in and sit on down to scoff a little appetiser straight from the Patreon kitchen. Keen to find out more about the legendary tournament? Join the Teulu and fill your boots.

176. Welsh Mythology: Excalibur - Wales' New Fantasy Epic with Dan Freeman 23.05.2026

Director Dan is back once more to talk booze, Wales and most importantly, to give us more gossip on all things Excalibur, the Welsh fantasy epic. Hit play and treat your ears to all the magic of movie making from the man that's making it all happen. If you love movies, love Wales, love old folk tales, we cannot stress enough to get around all things Excalibur. Join Y Criw and follow along as the m...

Throwback Thursday: Boys Village - A Town Frozen in Time 20.05.2026

Today's throwback is all about a town that time forgot, nestled deep in the bosom of The Vale of Glamorgan and to tee you up for a potential listen of the full episode we thought we'd clip up another sordid story from a trip to the barbers. Full episode here if you fancy it.

175. Patreon Preview: Toppenish, Washington 16.05.2026

Come have a taste of the high life and get an exclusive taster of our premium Patreon episodes. In this one, we're delving into the hometown of another dear Teulu member, Justin Johnson. Join us as we focus our keen (drunk) eyes across the Atlantic and have a look at the city of murals AKA Toppenish, WA. If this has tickled your pickle and you want more, click this linky bad boy and make a purchas...

Throwback Thursday: Welsh True Crime: Operation Seal Bay 13.05.2026

We're back again, going back and we hope you'll be back again next week for when we go back again but for now, lets go back and take a look at a snippet from one of biggest drug busts in not only Wales but history in general. Full episode here little dears.

Tasty Tuesday: Life in a Welsh School 11.05.2026

Come sample the sweet treats of the Patreon dear friends and perchance grow an appetite to join yourselves. Give us a whirl hear you lovely buggers.

174. Wales in the Battle of Britain with Luke Davies 09.05.2026

Yes, the rumours are true, the dishiest presenter in all of Cymru has come back to the Tales for Wales podcast and we're be spitting some more WW2 facts about Wales at you, this time all about the Battle of Britain. Get an even bigger fix of Luke by checking his channels out on Insta and TikTok. Check out our Patreon for more content including bonus episodes, polls, videos and a load of other tast...

Throwback Thursday: Welsh True Crime with Wines and Crimes 06.05.2026

Take a walk with us once more down memory lane, this time as a group with our dear friends over at Wines and Crimes. Hit play and reminisce with us, mainly on the unusually filthy sayings from a certain Canadian. Check out the full episode here.

173. Welsh Characters In Film, Part 2 (with The Podcast Nobody Asked For) 02.05.2026

We're back with an extra couple of hosts for part two of the best Welsh characters in film, the much anticipated sequel, the back end of an epic duology. Hit play and see if your favourite Welsh motion pictures have made the cut and if you haven't listened to part one, head over to The Podcast That Nobody Asked For for the first half. Check out our Patreon for the latest surveys, bonus episodes an...

Tasty Tuesday: The Beauty of the Booze 27.04.2026

Here ye, here ye! Come gather round, peasant and noble alike for another taste of the sweet ambrosia that is paid podcast content. Hit play and hear us speak romantically about our one true love, nice frosty pints. For more of this sweet nectar for the ears head over to our Patreon on sign yourselves up.

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