Today, I am joined by the lovely Bonnie Beadle of the Queen Katherine Parr Society to discuss the last wife of Henry VIII in life and in film. This fun, laid-back episode examines Parr's portrayals in The Tudors, Becoming Elizabeth, and Firebrand.

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Host: Rebecca Larson

Guest: Bonnie Beadle

Today I am joined by Sophie Bacchus-Waterman to discuss Elizabeth Boleyn, the mother of Anne Boleyn. For centuries, she has loomed in the shadows of history and today I am pleased to shine a light on this amazing woman who was weaved into the story of the Tudors.

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Host: Rebecca Larson

Guest: Sophie Bacchus-Waterman

In this episode, we explore the lives of two powerful Tudor women—Mary Tudor, Queen of France, and Margaret Douglas, the influential daughter of Margaret Tudor. Discover Mary’s dramatic marriage to King Louis XII and Margaret’s pivotal role in the Tudor-Stuart dynastic struggle. Learn how their decisions shaped the future of England and Scotland.

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Today I welcome author Tony Riches to the show to discuss his research into the daughter of Queen Elizabeth's spymaster, Francis Walsingham. His daughter, also named Frances led a fascinating life full of the drama and intrigue we all love.

Link to The Elizabethan Court Day by Day

Tony's Books

Tony's Podcast: Stories of the Tudors

https://www.tonyriches.com/

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Host: Rebecca Larson

Guest: Tony Riches

History has a way of repeating itself. In this episode, I'm joined by Matthew Lewis to explore just that. While the Peasants' Revolt of 1381 may seem like a distant event, its echoes resonate with issues we face today. We'll also draw fascinating parallels to the Tudor era, particularly the Pilgrimage of Grace, and uncover the recurring patterns in these historical uprisings.

Matt's Books

Matt's Podcast

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Guest: Matthew Lewis

In this episode we uncover the untold stories of two powerful yet often overlooked women. Discover the tragedy and resilience of Eleanor de Bohun, Duchess of Gloucester, whose life was torn apart by political intrigue, and meet Blanche of Navarre, Queen of France, who found herself at the center of a royal succession crisis. Tune in to hear how these remarkable women navigated the shadows of power in one of the most turbulent periods in history!

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In this episode, I'm joined by special guest Sharon Bennett Connolly to delve into the fascinating story of Perkin Warbeck, the infamous pretender to the English throne. We'll explore Warbeck's rebellion, his audacious attempt to claim Exeter, and the compelling role his wife, Lady Katherine Gordon, played in his quest for legitimacy.

Sharon's website: History...The Interesting Bits!

Sharon's Books: Amazon

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Guest: Sharon Bennett Connolly

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome back Dr. Emma for another deep dive into one of our favorite subjects—Katherine of Aragon! As always, our conversation branches into so many fascinating Tudor topics that it’s hard to list them all. But this episode is fittingly titled Katherine of Aragon: The Queen of Queens, because the more we discuss her, the more I’m struck by her immense contributions to Tudor history. It’s also a reminder of just how strategic Henry VII was in securing that powerful marriage alliance with Spain.

Portrait of Francis I and Eleanor Dr. Emma mentions

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Guest: Dr. Emma Cahill Marron

Rather than our usual This Week in Royal History segment, I’ve decided to spotlight two remarkable women from this week in history. I hope you enjoy diving into the fascinating lives of these extraordinary queens: Maria Amalia of Saxony and Elizabeth of Bohemia.

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One of my favorite places in the whole world is the medieval ponds at Cadhay House in Devon. The owner, Rupert Thistlethwayte sat down with me for a chat about the history of this picturesque Tudor estate, and give some hints at conspiracy in Devon. Rupert even dubbed me his US Ambassador to Cadhay!

Devon held many notable families of the time like the Courtenays, Somersets, Raleigh, Drake and so many more! Margaret Beaufort even had a place in Devon!

Visit Cadhay House for yourself, or plan an event there - either way, get to Cadhay because you won't regret it.

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Host: Rebecca Larson

Guest: Rupert Thistlethwayte

Location: Cadhay House, Ottery St Mary, Devon, Engladn

You may recognize the name Susanna Horenbout, but how much do you really know about her story? Today, I'm excited to have Dr. Emma, our resident art historian, with us to dive into the fascinating life of this remarkable artist and explore her connections to the Tudor court and beyond!

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Join Dr. Peter Stiffell for a Webinar on ⁠Discovering the Life and Iconography of Mary I ⁠- coming up in October 2024!

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Guest: Dr. Emma Cahill Marron