Historia orgullosa de España: El calendario gregoriano tendría que llamarse calendario español

The discussion centers on the historical significance and development of the Gregorian calendar, highlighting its origins at the University of Salamanca in Spain. The hosts emphasize the contributions of Spanish mathematicians and scholars in creating a calendar that accurately reflects the Earth's movement around the sun, contrasting it with the Julian calendar, which had become increasingly inaccurate over centuries.

They detail how the Gregorian calendar was officially adopted in 1582 under Pope Gregory XIII, with Spain implementing it shortly after. The conversation also touches on the resistance faced by the calendar in Protestant countries and the eventual global acceptance of the Gregorian system, noting that some nations, like Saudi Arabia, only adopted it recently due to practical considerations.

The hosts reflect on the broader implications of calendar reform, including its impact on religious observances and administrative practices in various countries. They conclude with a light-hearted note on the complexities of historical calendar changes and their relevance in contemporary society.

Carlos Cuesta y Nuria Richart conversan con Pedro F. Barbadillo sobre la importancia de la Universidad de Salamanca en la creación del calendario.