# What's Coming Up

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Podcast: [The French History Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-french-history-podcast-490285)
Published: 2025-08-02T04:54:00+00:00
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## Resource

An update on the future roadmap for the podcast, moving beyond North-centric narratives to explore the diverse history of Southern France. The host also shares personal transitions and upcoming deep dives into medieval fortifications and the Fourth Crusade.

## Highlights
- Main idea: The podcast is expanding its scope to cover Normandy, Brittany, and the South to provide a complete picture of France
- Main idea: Upcoming deep dives include the evolution of castle architecture and the era of 'Francocratia' following the Fourth Crusade
- Practical takeaway: Extended series, such as the 10-hour Louvre history, are available via Patreon support
- Main idea: The central political narrative will eventually return to the reigns of French kings, beginning with Louis IX
- Failure mode: The host discusses how personal health and professional relocation have impacted the production schedule

## Topics

Medieval France, Albigensian Crusade, French Monarchy, Castle Architecture, Fourth Crusade, Norman History, Capetian Dynasty, French Culture

## Chapters
- 0:00 — Patreon Updates and The Louvre Series: An overview of the ongoing 13-part series on the history of the Louvre available to subscribers.
- 1:10 — Expanding the Map: Beyond North-centric History: Plans to cover Normandy, Brittany, and the unique cultural history of Southern France.
- 1:30 — The Albigensian Crusade and Southern Culture: Discussing the impact of the crusade on the distinct culture of Southern France.
- 1:50 — Castles and Francocratia: Upcoming episodes on the development of stone fortifications and the French rule over the Greek world.
- 3:00 — Returning to the Royal Narrative: Future plans to return to the central history of French kings, starting with Saint Louis.
- 3:20 — Personal Updates and Relocation: The host discusses recent moves from Oklahoma to Florida and the impact of changes in the education sector.

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