Daddy History and Alex Woody Comedy come together after a few bowls of the Devil's lettuce and talk about some of the craziest military history on record!
The Fall of a King | The Battle of Dunsinane Part 2
The Battle of Dunsinane remains one of history's most misinterpreted conflicts, stripped of its Shakespearean theatrics here.
We continue our analysis of the Scottish succession crisis, moving past the dramatized myths, we tackle the messy reality of medieval survival, touching on topics ranging from authentic period hygiene to the true nature of 11th-century combat. If you appreciate historical military history that keeps the conversation candid and unvarnished, this breakdown is designed for you.
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0:00 The Anatomy of a Backyard Standoff2:52 The Real Battle of Dunsinane3:36 Naval Power and Highland Terrain10:29 The Myth of the Stone Fortress17:15 The Professional Edge of Housecarls23:43 The Bloody Reality of Medieval Combat42:46 Survival After the Defeat58:39 Shakespeare versus the Chronicles
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12 Aug 2026
The Battle of Dunsinane, The Ultimate Clash: Baked Battlefields
We dive into the Battle of Dunsinane in 1054, a clash between Macbeth, the real 11th‑century King of Alba, not Shakespeare’s tortured villain and Earl Siward of Northumbria, who marched into Scotland to back Malcolm Canmore, the son of King Duncan. The conflict wasn’t a tidy Shakespearean morality tale; it was a messy, political struggle over succession, regional power, and English influence on the Scottish frontier.Along the way, the episode spirals into riffs about hummus, Jessica Alba, kilts, medieval hygiene, life expectancy, and plenty of other chaotic detours.------------------------------------00:00 Intro02:11 The Battle of Dunsinane03:15 Shakespeare vs. the Real Macbeth09:09 Macbeth's Rule and Political Power16:01 Scotland in 1054: Alba and Moray23:07 Macbeth's Rise to the Throne33:56 Siward and the Northumbrian Frontier39:32 Malcolm Canmore and English Intervention44:04 Why Siward Invaded Scotland49:03 The Stakes of the Coming Battle53:04 Part Two Preview------------------------------------Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BakedBattlefieldsApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baked-battlefields/id1868236330Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N84sQwxN79OD0qIK9gtRGShare your support in the biggest way! Become a Patreon member.Patreon: https://patreon.com/c/BakedBattlefieldsConnect with us! Daddy History: https://tiktok.com/@inthebreachAlex Woody Comedy: https://tiktok.com/@alex.woodycomedy Thank you for watching!
3 Aug 2026
The Battle of Soissons: The Battle Continues! | Baked Battlefields
Baked Battlefields tactics are easier to master when you see how top players debate their moves in real time.We strip away the noise to highlight the essential mechanics that define The Battle of Soissons. You get a front-row seat giving you a fresh perspective on the battle, the players and eventually the victor.Subscribe for weekly strategy breakdowns, and comment which specific tactic you want to see analyzed next.------------------------------------
00:00 Intro
04:53 Charles the Simple: A Complex Character
11:56 The Viking Influence and Rolo's Agreement
19:01 The Abbey of Shell Dispute and Rising Tensions
31:53 The Rise of Robert and the Fall of Charles
49:02 The Coronation and Succession Disputes
50:43 The Importance of Reims in French History
54:10 The Rise of Hugh the Great and His Legacy
56:45 The Political Landscape of West Francia
01:01:40 The Role of Rudolph of Burgundy
01:05:25 The Battle of Soissons: Prelude to Conflict
01:12:07 The Battle of Soissons: A Clash of Kings
01:18:01 The Aftermath of the Battle and Political Ramifications
01:25:29 The End of Charles and the Rise of Rudolph
01:35:00 The Legacy of Hugh Capet and the Carolingian Line------------------------------------Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BakedBattlefieldsApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/baked-battlefields/id1868236330Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N84sQwxN79OD0qIK9gtRGShare your support in the biggest way! Become a Patreon member.Patreon: https://patreon.com/c/BakedBattlefieldsConnect with us! Daddy History: https://tiktok.com/@inthebreachAlex Woody Comedy: https://tiktok.com/@alex.woodycomedy Thank you for watching!
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