{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6467b7de03f4220011a934bd/683f196ec966cde73629eea6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"248. The Renaissance Rebuked: Myths, Misconceptions, and Machiavelli with Ada Palmer","description":"<p>In this thought-provoking episode of&nbsp;<em>History Rage</em>, host Paul Bavill engages with historian and author Ada Palmer, whose book&nbsp;<em>Inventing the Renaissance</em>&nbsp;challenges the romanticised narratives surrounding this revered period in Western history. Together, they dissect the myths of golden and dark ages, revealing the complexities and realities that often go unnoticed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Myth of the Renaissance:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Golden Ages and Dark Ages:</strong>&nbsp;Ada argues against the simplistic notions of history being divided into periods of prosperity and decline, exposing the propagandistic origins of these concepts.</li><li><strong>Historical Narratives:</strong>&nbsp;Discover how Renaissance thinkers like Petrarch and Machiavelli grappled with their tumultuous reality, questioning the very nature of progress and the cyclical view of history.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Art and Power:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Dependency on Wealth:</strong>&nbsp;Explore how the creation of iconic art and literature was intrinsically linked to the power dynamics of the time, with artists often reliant on the very tyrants they critiqued.</li><li><strong>The Dark Side of Patronage:</strong>&nbsp;Ada reveals the often-ignored darker aspects of artistic patronage, including the violent political upheavals that shaped the environment in which these masterpieces were created.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Inquisition and Control:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Plurality of Inquisitions:</strong>&nbsp;The discussion delves into the various local inquisitions that operated independently, often co-opted by local powers for their own ends, challenging the singular narrative of the Inquisition.</li><li><strong>Corruption and Morality:</strong>&nbsp;Ada highlights the complex relationship between the Church and the populace, illustrating how corruption was often accepted as part of the societal fabric.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Guest Information:</strong></p><ul><li>Buy Ada's book:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10120/9781035910120\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Inventing the Renaissance: Myths of a Golden Age</strong></a></li><li>Follow Ada on X:&nbsp;<strong>@Adapalmer</strong>&nbsp;and on Bluesky:&nbsp;<strong>@adapalmer.bskysocial</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p> If you’re inspired by this episode, consider joining the 'Angry Mob' on Patreon at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/historyrage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>patreon.com/historyrage</strong></a>&nbsp;for exclusive content, early access, and the iconic History Rage mug.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow the Rage:</strong></p><p><strong>- Twitter:&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"https://twitter.com/HistoryRage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>@HistoryRage</strong></a></p><p><strong>- Paul on Twitter:&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"https://twitter.com/PaulBavill\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>@PaulBavill</strong></a></p><p><strong>Facebook:&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/HistoryRage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://www.facebook.com/HistoryRage</strong></a></p><p><strong>Instagram:&nbsp;</strong><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/historyrage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/historyrage</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>Stay curious, stay passionate, and most importantly, stay angry!</p>","author_name":"Paul Bavill"}