# iberian — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover iberian. Page: Feed: --- ## [Episode 138 - John of Gaunt Part 2](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-138-john-of-gaunt-part-2/) _2026-08-14 · Reconquista_ John of Gaunt's attempt to claim the crown of Castile hits a number of hurdles. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fx9peu5tv427e6hj/Episode_138_-_Final9ie2n.mp3) ## [What Was Al-Andalus? A Simple Introduction](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/what-was-al-andalus-a-simple-introduction) _2026-08-03 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ Many people use the name Al-Andalus to refer to Muslim Spain, which makes sense but is not really accurate. ## [Episode 137 - John of Gaunt Part 1](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-137-john-of-gaunt-part-1/) _2026-07-31 · Reconquista_ An ambitious Englishman named John of Gaunt proclaims himself to be the new king of Castile, bringing chaos to the region. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ak4yknd6s8kwbyy5/Episode_137_-_Final9mea2.mp3) ## [Spain Just Won the World Cup. Basque Whalers Help Explain Why](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/spain-just-won-the-world-cup-basque) _2026-07-27 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ Spain has just won the World Cup, the world’s biggest sporting event, after a tense final against Argentina in which Spain’s composure stood above everything else. ## [Visit Medieval Spain in 5 Cities](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/5-medieval-places-that-explain-spains) _2026-07-18 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ Castles, Old Towns, Reconquista, Al-Andalus… Where to see it all? ## [Episode 136 - Muhammad V and the Alhambra](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-136-muhammad-v-and-the-alhambra/) _2026-07-17 · Reconquista_ We take a look at the rule of Muhammad V of Grenada who completed the stunning Alhambra palace complex. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3ncersv22bvkgicv/Episode_136_-_Final5z5q2.mp3) ## [Where Did Medieval Spain Actually Begin? (And How It Ended)](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/what-is-medieval-spain-intro) _2026-07-07 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ Alternative title: ## [Episode 135 - King Enrique II of Castile](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-135-king-enrique-ii-of-castile/) _2026-07-03 · Reconquista_ King Enrique II of Castile experiences a troubled start to his reign when all the other rulers on the Iberian peninsula unite against him. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/38pfumecgah778kw/Episode_135_-_Finalald2g.mp3) ## [One Year of History of Spain — Little Gift Inside 🎁](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/one-year-of-history-of-spain-little) _2026-07-01 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ A small thank-you gift… ## [Visigoth Architecture in Spain: Key Features & Surviving Examples](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/visigoth-architecture-in-spain-key) _2026-06-30 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ Visigoth Architecture in Spain ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/P6hMl967Sv8Q) _2026-06-30 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [The Iberian People Who Controlled the Ebro Before Rome](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/the-iberian-people-who-controlled) _2026-06-24 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ Ancient Spain Episode 9 ## [Episode 134 - Castile v Aragon Part 3](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-134-castile-v-aragon-part-3/) _2026-06-19 · Reconquista_ The war between Castile and Aragon continues - until it ends abruptly with a surprise assassination. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/eku4w5tncw8kajzu/Episode_134_-_Final95f94.mp3) ## [What Foods to Try in Spain During Your Holidays](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/what-foods-to-try-in-spain-during) _2026-06-17 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ A recording from yesterday's live video [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/202305525/5b0bb19e9048b2555afde3aec946a421.mp3) ## [Valencia Before Valencia — Ancient Spain Ep.8](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/valencia-before-valencia-ancient) _2026-06-11 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ The Iberian World of pre-Roman Valencia ## [Episode 133 - Castile v Aragon Part 2](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-133-castile-v-aragon-part-2/) _2026-06-05 · Reconquista_ As the war between Castile and Aragon continues, we welcome another Pedro to the narrative - King Pedro I of Portugal. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/sawgkjk8zwbq54y3/Episode_133_-_Final675yd.mp3) ## [Get my Free Ancient Spain Guide — Downloadable](https://historyofspain.substack.com/p/get-my-free-ancient-spain-guide-downloadable) _2026-06-04 · Miguel Balsa Campos · History of Spain_ Many people know Spain for its tapas, beautiful beaches, sunny weather and medieval old towns. ## [Episode 132 - Castile v Aragon Part 1](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-132-castile-v-aragon-part-1/) _2026-05-22 · Reconquista_ The rise to power of Pedro the Cruel in Castile sparks hostilities between the kingdoms of Castile and Aragon. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5fypx5h8rgf2a9fr/Episode_132_-_Final7rnah.mp3) ## [Episode 131 - Trouble in Aragon](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-131-trouble-in-aragon/) _2026-05-08 · Reconquista_ A succession crisis in Aragon threatens to plunge the kingdom into civil war. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/r23y357gs9g7vy9d/Episode_131_-_Finalbobva.mp3) ## [Episode 130 - The end of an era](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-130-the-end-of-an-era/) _2026-04-24 · Reconquista_ An era comes to an end with the death of King Alfonso XI of Castile during the siege of Gibralta in 1350. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7vcwy9wm4y9mysh4/Episode_130_-_Finalasorj.mp3) ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/uoBiTSO0Icxn) _2026-04-24 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [Episode 129 - The siege of Algeciras](https://reconquista.podbean.com/e/episode-129-the-siege-of-algeciras/) _2026-04-10 · Reconquista_ King Alfonso XI of Castile attempts to take the Merinid city of Algeciras. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/uubp5m683a88mjwk/Episode_129_-_Final9gt8k.mp3)