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CavalierCast - The Civil War in Words

CavalierCast - The Civil War in Words

By: Mark Turnbull
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The 17th Century War of the Three Kingdoms was a momentous period in our history, and one which is extremely overshadowed and under-explored. CavalierCast is dedicated to bringing you informative podcasts covering anything and everything civil war related, discussing topics with a great variety of guests; academics, archaeologists, authors, curators, re-enactors, and TV stars.

Historian Mark Turnbull (producer and host of the show) has been fascinated with it since the age of ten. A Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, he has written biographies of King Charles I and Prince Rupert.


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Episodes
  • Episode 47 - The Road to Civil War (Part 2 of 3)

    Episode 47 - The Road to Civil War (Part 2 of 3)
    Apr 4 2026

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    SPECIAL THREE-PART SERIES - THE LOST KING & THE ROAD TO CIVIL WAR

    Across three episodes, 46, 47, and 48, I'll be looking into the deep roots of the civil wars, focussing on Prince Henry Frederick Stuart, son and heir to King James VI/I. His untimely death in 1612 shocked the three kingdoms, and left his younger brother, Charles, as heir. Who was Henry, what were the expectations on him, and how might he have tackled the crucial issues that presented themselves at the death of King James in 1625?

    PART 2, UNTIMELY DEATH - With Gareth Russell

    Focussing on Henry's life following the union of the crowns in 1603, Gareth tells me about the prince's upbringing, the expectations placed upon him, and his own beliefs.

    • How much did King James VI/I influence Henry?
    • In what ways did he differ to his younger brother, Charles?
    • What effect did Henry's shocking death have in Britain and abroad?

    This podcast looks at anything and everything to do with the Wars of the Three Kingdoms, which is very much an overlooked part of our history. Hopefully CavalierCast can help change that.

    Please do subscribe to CavalierCast on Apple Podcasts and review it to help spread the word!

    To find out more about the wars, you can read various articles relating to it on my blog: http://www.1642author.com

    You can keep on touch with me on Twitter (@1642author) and Facebook (www.Facebook.com/markturnbullauthor).

    Thanks for your support!

    www.1642author.com

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    55 mins
  • Episode 46 - The Road to Civil War (Part 1 of 3)

    Episode 46 - The Road to Civil War (Part 1 of 3)
    Apr 3 2026

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    SPECIAL THREE-PART SERIES - THE LOST KING & THE ROAD TO CIVIL WAR

    Across three episodes, 46, 47, and 48, I'll be looking into the deep roots of the civil wars, focussing on Prince Henry Frederick Stuart, son and heir to King James VI/I. His untimely death in 1612 shocked the three kingdoms, and left his younger brother, Charles, as heir. Who was Henry, what were the expectations on him, and how might he have tackled the crucial issues that presented themselves at the death of King James in 1625?

    PART 1, SCOTTISH PRINCE - With Dr Steven Veerapen

    Focussing on Henry's younger years, Steven tells me about the prince's character, upbringing, and the political and religious landscape of Scotland.

    • What expectations did people place on Henry?
    • How was he groomed for kingship?
    • In what way did he differ to his father?

    This podcast looks at anything and everything to do with the Wars of the Three Kingdoms, which is very much an overlooked part of our history. Hopefully CavalierCast can help change that.

    Please do subscribe to CavalierCast on Apple Podcasts and review it to help spread the word!

    To find out more about the wars, you can read various articles relating to it on my blog: http://www.1642author.com

    You can keep on touch with me on Twitter (@1642author) and Facebook (www.Facebook.com/markturnbullauthor).

    Thanks for your support!

    www.1642author.com
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    57 mins
  • Episode 45 - Prince Rupert's Dog

    Episode 45 - Prince Rupert's Dog
    Dec 13 2025

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    Professor Mark Stoyle (University of Southampton) joins me to discuss Rupert's dog, Boye, and belief & superstition of the time.

    * How was Boye woven into witchcraft, superstition, and belief?

    * What do we know of the real dog and his fate?

    * Magical powers given to the dog in pamphlets

    * The explosion of pamphlets and printing presses

    This podcast looks at anything and everything to do with the Wars of the Three Kingdoms, which is very much an overlooked part of our history. Hopefully CavalierCast can help change that.

    To find out more about the wars, you can read various articles relating to it on my blog: http://www.1642author.com

    Please do subscribe to CavalierCast on Apple Podcasts and review it to help spread the word!

    You can keep on touch with me on Twitter (@1642author) and Facebook (www.Facebook.com/markturnbullauthor).

    Thanks for your support!

    www.1642author.com
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    50 mins
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Fabulous series of podcasts that brings the late sixteenth and seventeenth century Civil War into detailed focus, bringing the period to life. Much more than simply battle diaries, these podcasts detail individuals, their families, their beliefs, their day to day lives including in episode 45, Prince Rupert's dog Boye! Presentation is first class and the guest experts present in an eady to listen informal style.
Highly recommend this series of podcasts.

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Enjoyed the deep dive into less known historical figures in this under covered era of British history, which played a huge part of how our country is today.

A must for anyone learning about the English civil war!

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