New History of Spain

By: David Cot
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  • In New History of Spain, you will learn about Spanish history in chronological order, covering every era from Prehistory to the present day. This includes the Visigothic Kingdom, al-Andalus, the medieval Christian kingdoms, the Spanish Empire, the Spanish Civil War, or Franco's dictatorship. Every two weeks, I delve into Spain's political history, enriched with diverse historical perspectives, to bring you a vivid and comprehensive understanding. Learn history critically with the latest research, free from antiscientific and nationalist biases. Prepare to be surprised and challenged as we go beyond dates, kings, and battles to truly understand the forces that shaped Spain's history. Support the show on Patreon or Apple Podcasts for exclusive benefits: https://patreon.com/newhistoryspain Subscribe to the YouTube channel for more episodes on Spanish history: https://youtube.com/@newhistoryspain
    2024
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  • 27. Abd al-Rahman I, the Refugee Who Seized al-Andalus

    27. Abd al-Rahman I, the Refugee Who Seized al-Andalus
    May 10 2025

    In episode 27 I tell the story of how a refugee became the ruler of al-Andalus. The man was Abd al-Rahman I, founder of the Emirate of Córdoba from the Umayyad dynasty that was overthrown in the Middle East.

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    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Hook
    00:32 The Epic of Abd al-Rahman ibn Muawiya
    06:07 The Foundation of the Emirate of Córdoba
    12:41 Al-Andalus, a Rebellious Land
    26:09 Foreign Policy of Abd al-Rahman I
    30:45 Domestic Policy of Abd al-Rahman I
    34:28 The Umayyad Family in Al-Andalus
    37:41 The Construction of the Great Mosque of Córdoba
    43:53 The Verdict: Abd al-Rahman I’s Political Genius
    45:44 Outro
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    46 mins
  • 26. The Fall of the Umayyad Caliphate

    26. The Fall of the Umayyad Caliphate
    Apr 26 2025

    In episode 26 I explain how and why the Umayyad Caliphate of Damascus fell, how that affected al-Andalus, and the establishment of the little-known Fihrid Emirate that preceded the Umayyad Emirate of Córdoba.

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    Or Twitter/X: https://x.com/newhistoryspain

    YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@newhistoryspain
    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-history-of-spain/id1749528700
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7hstfgSYFfFPXhjps08IYi

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    Spanish show 'La Historia de España-Memorias Hispánicas': https://www.youtube.com/@lahistoriaespana

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Hook
    00:23 Why Did the Umayyad Caliphate of Damascus Fall?
    06:23 The Outbreak of the Third Fitna
    10:08 The Abbasid Revolution
    17:37 The Qays-Yaman Civil War in al-Andalus
    23:07 The Fihrid Emirate
    26:51 The Verdict: The Fihrid Alternative
    28:17 Outro
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    29 mins
  • 25. Pelagius of Asturias and the Battle of Covadonga

    25. Pelagius of Asturias and the Battle of Covadonga
    Apr 12 2025

    In episode 25 of the chronological series we’ll separate fact from fiction and uncover the real story behind the origins of the Kingdom of Asturias under the magnate Pelagius, who revolted against Muslim Umayyad rule in the Battle of Covadonga.

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    Follow the show for updates on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/newhistoryspain.com
    Or Twitter/X: https://x.com/newhistoryspain

    YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@newhistoryspain
    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-history-of-spain/id1749528700
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7hstfgSYFfFPXhjps08IYi

    Spotify (video version): https://open.spotify.com/show/2OFZ00DSgMAEle9vngg537
    Spanish show 'La Historia de España-Memorias Hispánicas': https://www.youtube.com/@lahistoriaespana

    TIMESTAMPS:

    00:00 Hook
    00:29 Asturias and Cantabria in the Year 700
    05:59 The Revolt of Pelagius
    13:48 The Battle of Covadonga. Myth and Reality
    21:51 Pelagius, the Sovereign of Asturias
    27:54 The Verdict: Drawing comparisons between Pelagius’ revolt and the American War of Independence
    28:59 Outro
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    30 mins

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