Best The Canterbury Tales Podcasts (2024)

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S1E5 - An Elizabethan Embroidery Primer with Mistress Elizabeth de Belcaire (Liz Scott) 51:28

2h ago51:28

51:28

Liz Scott, known in the SCA as Mistress Elizabeth de Belcaire is joining us in the Tavern tonight to provide an overview of Elizabethan embroidery! Her enthusiasm and passion for the subject is absolutely contagious! Liz takes us through popular period motifs and gives us a step-by-step walkthrough of the embroidery process. We'll learn about her t…

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S1E4 - Tavern Talk: Can We Honestly Recreate History? 34:00

21d ago34:00

34:00

Can we truly understand what it's like to recreate history as reenactors? What does it even mean to recreate history? Join us for our first, "Tavern Talk", where some of the Tavern's patrons discuss this topic over a few mazers of mead. Be sure to listen to the end for extra content from last month's discussion on the Canterbury Tales. We'll learn …

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Will Witt: The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde 30:34

24d ago30:34

30:34

Would you sell your soul to stay young forever? In Oscar Wilde’s famous novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray, a handsome young man’s wish for eternal youth is granted while his portrait ages in his place. As Dorian indulges in a life of hedonism, his portrait reveals the grotesque toll of his moral corruption. Join Michael Knowles and Will Witt as the…

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Cold Case + Reboot?! - Where Are We Now? 1:13:28

1M ago1:13:28

1:13:28

Hi Ripped from the Headlines Friends!! We have been a way for a WHILE but it's because we've been hard at work on a Brand New Show!! Consider Ripped From the Headlines a Cold Case for now - Can be reopened at some point, but for now, we're moving onto something else... https://www.buzzsprout.com/2383525/share Rebooty & The Beast Premieres today wit…

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S1E3 - The Canterbury Tales are Really, Flipping Funny - with Liberty Stanavage 45:00

2M ago45:00

45:00

Despite what you were forced to learn about them in school, the Canterbury Tales contain layers of brilliant satire and are genuinely funny! Liberty Stanavage, PhD, is a professor of Medieval, Renaissance , and Restoration literature. She's very passionate about her subject and enjoys sharing that interest with others by working to make literature …

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S1E2 - Grimoires - Magical Books through the ages with Travis Shores 42:20

3M ago42:20

42:20

Have you been studying your Agrippa? No, not the fencing guy, the philosopher! Travis Shores has stuidied Agrippa and other occult philosophers at both at Oxford University and Dartmouth. He eared his degree in the study of Medieval and Renaissance Grimores. He's a passionate life-long learner and tonight he shares his knowledge and insights on ext…

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The D’Canterbury Tales (Complete Book) 1:00:55

3M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

Similar to Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, a storytelling contest takes place at an inn for a free meal, featuring the Miller’s Tale, the Nun’s Tale, the Wife of Bath’s Tale, and the Knight’s Tale. Written by Ean Smith (@marcusdayhooray). Sponsored by: Robby’s Bobbin’ On Up: A Private Affair, MyBees Credits: Matthew Storino (@StorinoMp) - Narrator, Fox…

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Libby Emmons: A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen 32:03

3M ago32:03

32:03

Is Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House the feminist landmark it’s often portrayed to be? Or is it a critique of radical individualism and the undermining of traditional societal roles? The Post Millennial’s Libby Emmons joins Michael Knowles to discuss this groundbreaking 19th-century play and explore its insights into our intrinsic selfish nature and te…

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Mitchell Anderson - Urban Intelligence 24:37

3M ago24:37

24:37

In this episode of Business Canterbury's "Bold Company" podcast, hosts Hannah and Vaughan interview Mitchell Anderson, Managing Director of Urban Intelligence. They explore how Urban Intelligence aims to facilitate evidence-based decision-making for resilience against natural hazards and climate change 🌎 Mitch shares the company's origin story, cha…

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Jason Gunn - Easily Said 26:26

3M ago26:26

26:26

In this episode of Business Canterbury's "Bold Company" podcast, hosts Hannah and Vaughan sit down with a local legend, Jason Gunn ⭐In this episode, Jase shares how storytelling—from television to social media—plays a pivotal role in connecting with audiences and shaping business success. He also gives us a peek into his latest venture, Easily Said…

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Harriet Riley - Forewinds 18:44

3M ago18:44

18:44

In this episode of “Bold Company” by Business Canterbury, hosts Hannah and Vaughan sit down with Harriet, Co-Founder of Forewinds, a Canterbury founded golf clothing company... that she runs with her Mum, Liz! ⛳ From initial surveys to building a dedicated following, their journey showcases resilience and innovation in meeting niche market demands.…

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Michael Toothill - Kilmarnock Enterprises 20:02

3M ago20:02

20:02

In this episode of Business Canterbury's "Bold Company" podcast, hosts Hannah and Vaughan interview Michael Toothill, CEO of Kilmarnock Enterprises. Kilmarnock, a prominent social enterprise based in Canterbury, focuses on integrating individuals with intellectual disabilities into the workforce and breaking down the stigma. Michael discusses Kilma…

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Mr G - The Idea Consultancy 28:35

3M ago28:35

28:35

In this episode of “Bold Company” by Business Canterbury, hosts Hannah and Vaughan sit down with Mr. G, a global sustainability coach and entrepreneur 🌱 Through empathy and practical strategies, G helps businesses innovate while reducing their environmental impact. This conversation explores challenges, lessons learned, and the transformative power…

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Monique Kaminski - Jeuneora 25:10

3M ago25:10

25:10

In this episode of “Bold Company” by Business Canterbury, hosts Hannah and Vaughan sit down with Monique Kaminski, founder and CEO of Jeuneora, a Canterbury-based health and wellness brand ✨ From crafting innovative supplements to making the big moves overseas, Monique’s journey is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit. Join us as we explore he…

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The D’Canterbury Tales (Ch. 2) 22:16

3M ago22:16

22:16

Similar to Chapter 1, which was similar to Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, a storytelling contest takes place at an inn for a free meal, this time featuring the Knight's Tale. Written by Ean Smith (@marcusdayhooray) Sponsored by: MyBees Credits: Matthew Storino (@StorinoMp) - Narrator, Soldier 3, Hern Askwabbitite Fee Basanavicius (@fbasanavicius) - Pr…

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The D’Canterbury Tales (Ch. 1) 38:53

4M ago38:53

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Similar to Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, a storytelling contest takes place at an inn for a free meal, featuring the Miller’s Tale, the Nun’s Tale, and the Wife of Bath’s Tale. Written by Ean Smith (@marcusdayhooray) Sponsored by: Robby’s Bobbin’ On Up: A Private Affair Credits: Matthew Storino (@StorinoMp) - Narrator, Fox, Kid 2, TV Anchor, Cpl. Uta…

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Christopher Boyle - Fabrum 23:12

4M ago23:12

23:12

In this episode of "Bold Company," hosts Hannah and Vaughan sit down with Christopher Boyle, the Executive Chair and Managing Director of Fabrum. As the driving force behind Fabrum, a company based in Christchurch renowned for its groundbreaking advancements in engineering and cryogenic technology 🧊 Christopher shares the company's remarkable journ…

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S1E1 - Medieval Medicine with Stephen Shellenbean 42:03

4M ago42:03

42:03

This month at the Time Traveler's Tavern we have a far-ranging, time-traveling discussion on Medieval Medicine with Stephen Shellenbean, someone I consider a true "Renaissance Man". We'll learn about his historical research spanning from the 14th century to a Landsknecht (German mercenary troop) field hospital, the American Revolution, and the quir…

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Brianne West - Incrediballs 30:04

5M ago30:04

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In this episode of "Bold Company," hosts Hannah and Vaughan sit down with Brianne West, a serial entrepreneur from Canterbury. Brianne recounts her evolution from a university student experimenting with cosmetic chemistry to becoming a leader in sustainable business. She delves into the challenges and triumphs of developing eco-friendly products ho…

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Harmaan Raj Madon - Alimentary Systems 20:03

5M ago20:03

20:03

In this episode of "Bold Company", hosts Hannah and Vaughan chat with Harmaan, founder of Alimentary Systems, a company focused on transforming waste into valuable resources ♻️ Harman shares his journey from India to New Zealand, driven by a mission to improve sanitation through innovative waste treatment technologies. Despite the challenges of sta…

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Housekeeping at the Tavern. 4:25

5M ago4:25

4:25

We have been busy at the Tavern! Our scribes have been scuttling to spread the Good News of our Pod to the world by going live on 7 platforms! We have a growing Facebook community at The Time Traveler's Tavern and can receive your missives at TimeTravelersTavernPod@Gmail.com! So, we decided now was a good time for a quick bit of housekeeping. Our m…

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Introducing The Time Traveler's Tavern! 1:30

5M ago1:30

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I’m Sister Mary Margaret Mead-Hall and with The Traveling Anchoress, and a few friends, we dust off the interesting bits of Medieval and Renaissance history and make more than a few bad puns. Each episode, we'll share a recipe, get an update on the whereabouts of our beloved, Travelling Anchoress, and dive into a new topic. Our music, "Vibrabimus",…

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Derryck Green: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee 28:59

5M ago28:59

28:59

Once required reading for high school students, To Kill a Mockingbird now comes with trigger warnings. The book, which confronts and calls out the evils of racism, is considered by some to be too offensive for our modern-day woke sensibilities. Why? Set in 1930s Alabama, a young girl watches her attorney father defend a black man falsely accused of…

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Pastor Rob McCoy: Sermon on the Mount 40:54

8M ago40:54

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Michael Knowles is joined by Pastor Rob McCoy to discuss the Sermon on the Mount, one of the most beloved and frequently cited passages in the gospels of the New Testament. Together, Michael and Pastor McCoy explore the various interpretations of the text and reflect on the lessons that Jesus’s sermon teaches us about living a virtuous Christian li…