The History of Cologne
The podcast about the history of the 2,000 years old city of Cologne in Germany
#58 The Scrooge McDuck of Cologne: Flour, Pennies, and Quirky Nicknames in 12th Century Cologne
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#58 The Scrooge McDuck of Cologne: Flour, Pennies, and Quirky Nicknames in 12th Century Cologne
Step back in time and delve into the vibrant tapestry of everyday life in 12th century Cologne. In this captivating episode, we'll whisk you away from the halls of power, bypassing bishops, king...
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#57 Shadow and Light: The Jewish Community in Cologne in the 12th Century
In this episode, we immerse ourselves in 12th century medieval Cologne and explore the fascinating life of the Jewish community that existed in the midst of a predominantly Christian majority so...
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#56 From Economic Power to Political Dominance - Cologne's Brotherhood of the Rich in the 12th century
A look into how wealthy citizens of different classes also became rulers that could challenge the city lord. This episode tells the story of how the Cologne "Richerzeche" (brotherhood of the Ric...
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#55 Rupert of Deutz and the Fire of 1128
In 1128, a devastating fire broke out in the town of Deutz, which lies on the other side of the Rhine from Cologne, reducing the town to rubble. But what was the reason for this devastating fire...
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#54 Who owns the city? (in the 12th century)
In this episode, we delve into 12th century Cologne and take a look at the various institutions that administered and governed the city during this time. We start with the offices and institutio...
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#53 When the church bells in Cologne were silenced: The Interdict of 1119
In 1119, the Archbishop of Cologne, Frederick I of Schwarzenburg, imposed an interdict on the city of Cologne and its inhabitants. This ecclesiastical punishment was intended to punish the citiz...
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#52 The History of Cologne Carnival - 200th Anniversary
Experience a time travel through 200 years of Cologne Carnival! From its beginnings to the present day, we will explore the history of Cologne's famous cheerfulness, celebrate its traditions and...
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#51 Exploring 12th Century Cologne: A Virtual Walk through Time
Step back in time and join us on a journey through the bustling streets of medieval Cologne. In this episode of our podcast, we transport you to the year 1100 AD, where you'll experience the sig...
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#50 "Don’t mess with us!" City Expansion and Siege of Cologne in 1106
The year 1106 is an important milestone in the history of Cologne. The people of Cologne skilfully exploit the dynastic conflict of the empire between father and son, thus circumventing the will...
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#49 Between Toleration and Persecution: Jewish Life around 1100 AD: The Pogrom of 1096 and the First Crusade
We will talk this episode about a small but significant minority in medieval Cologne of the late 11th/ early 12th century. The Jewish community of Cologne.