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How does one man protect an empire against multiple crusades? Take a chivalry lesson from legendary leader Saladin. Greg Jenner with Maria Shehata and Professor Jonathan Phillips.

You might have learned about Richard the Lionheart in school (or from Disney鈥檚 Robin Hood), but how much do you know about his opponent, the legendary Saladin?

Why does Saladin have such an enduring reputation as a good guy? Host Greg Jenner is joined by comedian Maria Shehata and historian Professor Jonathan Phillips. It鈥檚 history for people who don鈥檛 like history!

Produced by Dan Morelle
Scripted and researched by Emma Nagouse, assisted by Emily Greenwell.

A Muddy Knees Media production for 麻豆社 Radio 4

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45 minutes

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Sat 11 Sep 2021 10:30

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  • Sat 11 Sep 2021 10:30

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