Richard II
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Richard II has been mentioned in one podcast episode on History Hit (Dec 2025). Cited as the king who confronts the rebels and articulates the ideology of fixed social hierarchy after the Peasants' Revolt.
Richard II, also known as Richard of Bordeaux, was King of England from 1377 until he was deposed in 1399. He was the son of Edward the Black Prince and Joan of Kent. The Black Prince died in 1376, leaving Richard as heir apparent to his grandfather, King Edward III. Upon the King's death, the 10-year-old Richard succeeded to the throne.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Dec 2025 on History Hit |
| Role | King of England (r. 1377–1399) |
| Affiliation | Kingdom of England (Plantagenet monarchy) |
Who talks about Richard II on podcasts?
Eleanor Janega brought up Richard II; the most recent mention was Dec 2025 on History Hit.
- What Was Medieval Life Like For Every Class? | Full Series with Eleanor Janega on History Hit (Dec 2025) — Eleanor Janega