Villains and Virgins History Podcast

Author: Eva Schubert

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The Real Kingdom of Heaven: The Third Crusade Ep 1- Rise of Saladin
Monday, 23 February, 2026

Saladin and Richard the Lionheart are two of the most legendary figures in the history of the Crusades. Saladin was both feared and admired by his friends and his enemies. This episode explores the rise of this remarkable character. We also meet the noble knight Balian of Ibelin, Queen Sibylla of Jerusalem, and the bellicose brigand Reynauld of Chatillon. There are Templar knights, a siege during a wedding, and the heroic defense of Jerusalem. The events in this story will launch the Third Crusade.