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Villains and Virgins History Podcast

Eva Schubert

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Society & Culture

Frequency: 1 episode/30d. Total Eps: 75

A history podcast with a focus on violence, religion, and gripping stories, created by Eva Schubert, history nerd, college instructor, and jazz aficionado.

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🇨🇦 Canada - history
22/07/2026
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Emperor Justinian and Theodora: The Black Death and the Christian Roman Empire

Monday, July 27, 2026 • Duration 01:01:37

Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora rule the Eastern Roman Empire in a tumultuous period. The plague pays a visit to Constantinople, bringing massive death tolls. They must also contend with treacherous officials, Christians who despise eachother, and a historian determined to damn them. Watch a palace sting operation unfold, and find out how lepers were hired to infect religious rivals. This is the third and final episode in a series on Theodora and Justinian.

For details of the university course, email the podcast at: villainsandvirginspodcast@gmail.com

Support this podcast at patreon.com/evaschubert

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The Nika Riots: the bloodiest riots in Roman history

Monday, July 13, 2026 • Duration 01:22:36

The Nika Riots are some of the bloodiest ever recorded. They unfolded in Constantinople in 532. This insurrection nearly toppled Emperor Justinian, but Empress Theodora makes a speech that changes the course of events. This episode takes you into the Eastern Roman Empire in a period of violence, natural disasters, and social upheaval. From slaves and prostitutes to patrician gossip and botched executions, this episode will take you through one of the most violent moments in the history of Constantinople.

This is episode 2 in a series on Emperor Justinian and Empress Theodora.

Support this podcast at: patreon.com/evaschubert

For details on enrolling in the course email: villainsandvirginspodcast@gmail.com

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Richard the Lionheart and the Kings Crusade

Monday, March 9, 2026 • Duration 01:44:31

Richard the Lionheart is one of the most famous English kings and he made his reputation on the Third Crusade. In this episode we take a closer look at the man behind the legend. His mother was the famous Eleanor of Aquitaine, and his father was the easily angered Henry II. Richard's early career as a feudal enforcer made him an expert in siege warfare. The fall of Jerusalem triggers the call for the Third Crusade, but scandal, infighting, and a massive fight with France keep Richard tied up for two years before he can fulfill his Crusader oath. Richard will finally be crowned King of England and take the road to Jerusalem, joining the King of France, and the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa.

Support this podcast on Patreon: Patreon.com/evaschubert

Tour link: https://geeknationtours.com/tours/villains-and-virgins-tudor-tour-with-eva-schubert/

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The Real Kingdom of Heaven: The Third Crusade Ep 1- Rise of Saladin

Monday, February 23, 2026 • Duration 01:51:32

Saladin and Richard the Lionheart are two of the most legendary figures in the history of the Crusades. Saladin was both feared and admired by his friends and his enemies. This episode explores the rise of this remarkable character. We also meet the noble knight Balian of Ibelin, Queen Sibylla of Jerusalem, and the bellicose brigand Reynauld of Chatillon. There are Templar knights, a siege during a wedding, and the heroic defense of Jerusalem. The events in this story will launch the Third Crusade.

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How the Knights Templar Survived

Monday, February 9, 2026 • Duration 01:21:34

The Knights Templar are one of the most famous medieval orders. They combined legendary discipline and bravery in battle with the ascetic habits of monks. Then they were publicly disgraced in a show trial and soon after the Pope dissolved the Order. But some Templars survived, and even thrived in other parts of Europe, particularly in Portugal. This episode is a sweeping ride through the Reconquista, the founding of Portugal, and the new identity that saved these knights. It also covers a famous Templar named Gualdim Pais who fought in the Siege of Ascalon, and brought his experience back to Portugal to fight a legendary battle years later.

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Lust, Treachery, and Murder: Portugal and the 100 Years War

Monday, January 26, 2026 • Duration 01:38:15

The story of Portugal during the 100 Years War is a story of lust, treachery and murder. It is also a story of survival and resistance. This episode covers Portugal's most notorious queen: a beautiful woman who imprisoned and killed her political enemies. The history of the royal court includes tragic love story of Ines de Castro and the military genius of Nun Alvarez. We also cover Portugal's role in the conflict between England and France, and the involvement of the neighboring kingdom of Castile, culminating in the epic Battle of Aljubarotta which secures Portugal's survival as an independent nation. This episode is a wild ride!

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The Destruction of Pompeii: Life and Death in a Roman City

Monday, January 12, 2026 • Duration 58:42

The volcanic eruption that buried Pompeii was a catastrophe of epic proportions. But the mass burial site it created also preserved details of daily life in a first century Roman city that we might otherwise never know. From flying phalluses and gladiators to condiments made from decaying fish, dive into the life and death of Pompeii.

To support this podcast on Patreon go to: www.patreon.com/evaschubert

For details of Eva's history tour, go to Geek Nation: https://geeknationtours.com/tours/villains-and-virgins-tudor-tour-with-eva-schubert/

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The History of Santa Claus

Monday, December 22, 2025 • Duration 39:35

Santa Claus is a very strange figure when you think about it. Where does he come from and why does he fly through the sky handing out presents at night? This episode traces the connection with an old Norse god and an Anatolian bishop from the 3rd century, and explores the gritty reality of life in the Roman empire for ordinary people. You will never look at old Saint Nick the same way again.

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A Day in the Life of A Roman Legionary

Monday, December 15, 2025 • Duration 55:36

What did life look like for the average soldier in the Roman army? In this episode we get into the details of packs, march speed, camp construction, and food on the march. Many of the procedures for new recruits in the Roman military machine sound shockingly familiar. The penalties for breaking the rules were extremely severe. Come along on the march with Legionary Valerius and experience a taste of life in the Roman legions.

Special thanks to Roger Meara and Chris Cameron @thelegionary72 for supplying images and footage for this episode.

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History of the Sword

Monday, December 1, 2025 • Duration 01:09:29

The sword is more than just a weapon. It has been used to dub knights and legitimise kings, determine guilt and settle matters of honour. From the ancient Romans and the Song of Roland to dueling culture and German Mensur matches, this cultural history traces the legends and traditions that have given the sword its enduring mystique.

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