Join us for an engaging after show discussion of our recent episode: "Richard the Lionheart's Perfect Castle and Phillip's Greatest Siege". We'll unpack Richard the Lionheart's revolutionary castle design, debate Philip's siege tactics, and explore how this pivotal moment transformed medieval warfare. From the controversial decision to maintain a winter siege to the ingenious use of the latrine chute for infiltration, our hosts break down the key military innovations that made this siege legendary. Plus, we'll address listener questions about medieval engineering, castle architecture, and the political fallout that reshaped 13th-century Europe.

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Journey to medieval France where Richard the Lionheart's architectural masterpiece, Château Gaillard, faces its ultimate test against Philip Augustus's revolutionary siege tactics. Witness how the "perfect castle" became the site of one of history's most dramatic sieges, featuring winter warfare, innovative engineering, and desperate heroism. From Richard's ambitious design to Philip's unprecedented military strategies, this episode reveals how the fate of England and France hung in the balance during the legendary siege of 1203-1204.

Explore the revolutionary defensive features that made Château Gaillard the most advanced castle of its time, and discover how Philip Augustus's determination and military genius eventually overcame them. Learn about medieval siege warfare, castle architecture, and the political drama that shaped medieval Europe.

Join us for this epic tale of two kings, one perfect castle, and the siege that changed military history forever.

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