Switzerland, a Chronicle cover art

Switzerland, a Chronicle

Switzerland, a Chronicle

By: Peter Walker
Listen for free

About this listen

A history of Switzerland and the Swiss peoples from Celtic times to the Modern Era.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peter Walker
Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary World
Episodes
  • Ep. 19. The Sacred and Secular in the 13th/14th centuries
    Feb 22 2026

    In this episode 3 of series 2 - The Sacred and Secular in the 13th/14th centuries we'll look at several new influences on religion and thought in the Swiss lands and some new secular trends, some that connect to the sacred and some that do not.


    There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - Switzerland, a Chronicle. I am creating a podcast website that will largely replace this and include the text of the episodes. If you like what I’ve started please consider supporting me through Patreon, a link for that is also in the episode notes. You can find me and support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership. You can also reach out to me by email at hello@switzerlandachronicle.com. I’d love to hear from you.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Show More Show Less
    42 mins
  • Ep. 18. Plus ça change...1291-1306
    Feb 8 2026

    In this episode 2 of series 2 - Plus ça change, (plus c'est la même chose) we'll look at how things change but largely remain the same in the 1290s and early 1300s. Something is changing in society but it will take a little longer to fully manifest.


    There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - Switzerland, a Chronicle. I am also going to create a podcast website that will largely replace this and include the text of the episodes. If you like what I’ve started please consider supporting me through Patreon, a link for that is also in the episode notes. You can find me and support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership. You can also reach out to me by email at hello@switzerlandachronicle.com. I’d love to hear from you.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Show More Show Less
    24 mins
  • Ep. 17. The Bundesbrief of 1291
    Jan 25 2026

    In this episode starting series 2 - The Bundesbrief of 1291. Why was it written? What does it say? What outcomes stem from its creation?


    There's a Facebook page where I share news, maps and images that support the narrative - Switzerland, a Chronicle. In 2026 I am going to create a podcast website that will largely replace this and include the text of the episodes. If you like what I’ve started please consider supporting me through Patreon, a link for that is also in the episode notes. In 2026 I’m also going to start producing special episodes for members of the podcast who sign up through Patreon. Perhaps an early example will be several episodes on Swiss Railways. You can find me and support me on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/c/peterwalker392/membership. You can also reach out to me by email at hello@switzerlandachronicle.com. I’d love to hear from you.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Show More Show Less
    25 mins
No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.