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Tales for Wales: A Welsh History Podcast

Tales for Wales: A Welsh History Podcast

by Jack & Franks

Season 16

185. Matthew Rhys

Wales is a full time factory of storytelling whether we're churning out poets, bards, musicians or in this case top level thespians. Matthew Rhys is fast becoming one of our nations lushest lads and we thought he deserved to get his flowers by having a whole episode dedicated to him. Hit play and listen to us crushing hard on the Cardiff boy who made it to the big time. Patreon free trials are still up for grabs or you can subscribe and get all the extra goodies you want forever and ever.

184. Caerfyrddin - Carmarthen

We're back from a trip to a town that saw more action in the 1100's than Schwarzenegger did in the 90's. Hit play and hear all about the scraps that defined this town and the mythical figure that gave it it's name. We've also included a taster of the shenanigans we got up to while we were there but if you want the full gossip you'll have to head over to our Patreon.

183. Owain Glyndŵr, The Last Prince of Wales Part 5 - The Man Who Saved a Nation?

Don't be sad it ended, be glad it happened... It's true, the epic tale of one of Wales' all time best is coming to an end with the last in our pantology, but do not weep, stay strong for our Owain, our captain, our king. What better medicine for this loss than extra snippets of content? Head over to the Patreon and see what's what.

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

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 with a free trial.

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

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 stage. Take a ganders at our Patreon if you fancy more drunken history and just plain shenanigans.

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

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 history, even more welshness and even more drunk stories.

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

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 bonus episodes, custom artwork, merch and more. You can even do a cheeky free trial to test the waters.

Throwback Thursday: Bringing Wales to Cinema with Dan Freeman - Director of Excalibur

This Throwback Thursday we're giving you the first segment of our chat with Dan Freeman, director of the upcoming Welsh epic, Excalibur. The man is bringing the heart of fantasy back to Wales and we think you should bloody well listen to him because of it. Check out the full episode here and get around all things Excalibur here so you can say you knew about it ages ago when it comes out.

Throwback Thursday: Ye Olde Crime with Wines and Crimes

We're back once more and this time we brought friends, the delightful duo from the Wines and Crimes podcast to enthrall you with genuine tales of Welsh criminality. Full episode for all to hear if but a click away.

Tasty Tuesday: Peterson Super Ely & Tonyrefail

Back for another swig of the good stuff eh? This one's an especially sweet brew as it was tailor made for one of our top tier Teulu members. Have a listen and if you fancy the full brief, head over to the Patreon for your free trial. You too could have episodes dedicated to you for less than the price of 2 pints. Head over now and get what you deserve.

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