All right, so 2016, some people are very excited about all this happened this year.

Other people aren't.

But regardless of what you think about what has happened, the unavoidable fact of this

year is that there are a lot of people in the US and the UK who are afraid right now,

and they're tightening their budgets and response.

And I totally get that reaction, but one thing you might not have considered is that the

arts and independent creations like the British History Podcast are often the first things

to be cut when budgets are tightened.

Being that we have a very small community and run on an incredibly tight budget, things

like this can have a huge impact on whether or not we can keep the lights on.

So if you're able to, consider supporting your two favorite podcasts.

And I mean that regardless of whether or not it includes the BHP, because at times like

these, shows like this can disappear altogether.

Your support goes a long way in filling the gaps left by people who are canceling right

now.

And every bit matters.

Every membership matters.

Thanks.

Welcome to the British History Podcast.

My name is Jamie, and this is episode 222, Viking Kings and the Black Pool.

This show is ad-free due to member support, and as a way of thanking members for keeping

the show independent, I offer members only content, including extra episodes and rough

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