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A Flatpack History of Sweden

A Flatpack History of Sweden

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A fun history podcast chronologically charting Swedish history in a light-hearted and conversational way. Each week we introduce a new step along our journey through the history of Sweden, from the Stone Age to the modern day. Vikings included. Now also judging and ranking all of Sweden's rulers in our new podcast Kingdom: Swedish Rulers!

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  • 128. Borders and Battles

    128. Borders and Battles
    May 17 2026

    Does it feel like it's been a long time since Sweden had a conflict with their favourite foe Denmark? Well, it is. The late 1500s and early 1600s has seen an unusually long period of peace and stability between the two countries. But that might all be about to change. The other favourite enemy of Sweden's, Russia, is litterally embroiled in a big mess, and Karl wants to try and see if he can get the most out of it. It's all borders and battles, plus rain and starvation, for Sweden in this episode.

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    35 mins
  • 127. To Crown or Not To Crown

    127. To Crown or Not To Crown
    May 3 2026

    After bloodbaths, battles and more letters than we can count, you'd think Sweden would be ready to get the crown on Karl. But is Karl himself even ready and willing? There are always negotations between a monarch and the country about how they are going to rule, but this current process verges on the ridiculous thanks to a would-be king ready to throw a tantrum at any moment!

    You can find out more information about the podcast on our website, send us an email and follow us on social media here:

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    P.S. If you like A Flatpack History of Sweden, how about you check out Kingdom: Swedish Rulers? We're ranking all the Swedish kings, queens and regents, wherever you find your podcasts!
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    41 mins
  • 126. Back to the East

    126. Back to the East
    Apr 19 2026

    After securing himself as the ruler of Sweden, with a few bloodbaths on the way, Karl turns his attention to foreign policy. Karl is worried Poland will attack Sweden if he doesn't attack first, so off to Estonia it is! We'll see a trumpeter, Scottish mercenaries and bad weather play important roles.

    You can find out more information about the podcast on our website, send us an email and follow us on social media here:

    Facebook

    Bluesky

    Twitter

    P.S. If you like A Flatpack History of Sweden, how about you check out Kingdom: Swedish Rulers? We're ranking all the Swedish kings, queens and regents, wherever you find your podcasts!
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    39 mins
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Great way to get an introduction to Swedish history. As an Australian living in Sweden I found this a really good way to learn about the country I am living in and it has inspired me to read more and visit some of the places mentioned.
Really fun to listen to as well, very conversational and great humour. Looking forward to new episodes!

Educational, informative but also fun to listen to

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It's quite light and engaging. Not terribly in depth or analytical, but I still think it's a good introduction.

I like the presentation, it's quite laid back and there is a real sense of warmth to the presentation.

Very impressed by the breadth of material covered and the amount of effort which has gone into it.

Light and entertaining

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