Interviews
Explore in-depth interviews with leading historians and authors, uncovering insights into their work, research, and passion for history.
Robert Lyman: In Conversation
Dr Robert Lyman is a military historian who has not just written a number of excellent books - the latest being 'Victory to Defeat' in conjunction with General Lord Dannatt - but who has also spent twenty years serving in the British military. We caught up with him at this year's Chalke History Festival to chat about his new projects on the Korean War and his brilliant new tour app, Guidl.
Jonathan Sumption: In Conversation
Jonathan Sumption, Lord Sumption, historian, author and former Justice of the Supreme Court, has recently completed his epic study of the Hundred Years' War to widespread and resounding acclaim. We therefore jumped at the chance to chat with him about the War, and law, and so much more.
Dan Jones in Conversation: The Essex Dogs Trilogy
What does a story about a medieval invasion of Normandy look like if you give it the attack and the urgency of a twentieth-century American war story?
Tobias Capwell: In Conversation
Dr Tobias Capwell is, almost literally, a knight in shining armour. A specialist in medieval arms and armour, he is also an expert martial artist, a maker of mail, and a jouster, touring the world to perform daring deeds on horseback.
Marion Turner: In Conversation
Marion Turner is both a renowned expert and an extremely engaging author and speaker, inspiring audiences around the globe with her passion for late medieval literate. We caught up with her at Chalke Valley History Festival to chat about the appeal of both Chaucer and his most abiding character, the Wife of Bath.
Kate Vigurs: In Conversation
For the past two years, Dr Kate Vigurs has been an absolute hit at Chalke Valley History Festival. Her book, 'Mission France', was in the festival's bestseller lists for both years, while huge crowds flocked to enjoy her performances for History's Maid. Somehow not completely losing her voice, despite competing with cannon fire and tanks, she was able to talk to us about all the fascinating plates she's currently spinning.
Frank McDonough: In Conversation
Frank McDonough is a living legend. Now, with his third book in the series on the history of Germany coming out, we caught up with him to talk about a period of history he finds infinitely fascinating: the Weimar Republic.
Caroline Dodds Pennock: In Conversation
Caroline Dodds Pennock, author, Senior Lecturer in International History at the University of Sheffield and the only British historian of the Aztecs, has been busy touring for her new book, 'On Savage Shores'. We were lucky enough to catch up with her, however, to talk about Caroline's work and the stunning stories she's published in 'On Savage Shores'.
Lindsey Fitzharris: In Conversation
Lindsey Fitzharris is an award-winning medical historian, whose books have reached the bestseller lists across the globe. We caught up with Lindsey during the British leg of her new book tour to talk about 'The Facemaker' and the amazing work of Harold Gillies.
Alice Loxton: In Conversation
Alice Loxton has been called 'the next big thing in history'. At just 27 years old, she has authored an acclaimed book, worked with some of the biggest names in history, and is without doubt one of the industry's biggest influencers, with over a million followers on Instagram and 600,000 followers on TikTok.
