The Women Who Influenced Henry VIII
Dr. Emma and I explore the powerful women who shaped Henry VIII’s world. While history often highlights the men who influenced him, today we turn our attention to the fierce and formidable women who w...
22 Touko 20251h 5min
Bess Throckmorton: Duty, Love, and Scandal
In this episode, we explore Tony Riches' Bess – Tudor Gentlewoman, uncovering the life of Bess Throckmorton, a woman who captured Sir Walter Raleigh's heart and played a subtle yet powerful role in th...
20 Touko 202549min
Blood, Betrayal, and the Crown: The Life of Anne Neville
Anne Neville’s life was anything but ordinary. Born to the powerful “Kingmaker” Earl of Warwick, she survived exile, two royal marriages, civil war, and the loss of a son—ultimately becoming Queen of ...
18 Touko 202510min
Reflections in Silver: The Art and Legacy of Clara Peeters
Alejandro Vergara-Sharp’s upcoming book Clara Peeters explores the life and work of the pioneering Flemish still-life painter. As one of the few women artists of her time, Peeters mastered the art of ...
15 Touko 202551min
Erasmus: Humanist, Critic, Legend
Today, I’m thrilled to welcome back the brilliant Amy McElroy for a deep dive into the fascinating life of Erasmus of Rotterdam! This conversation was full of unexpected twists—just when I thought I h...
13 Touko 202543min
Joan of Kent: The Woman Who Dared to Marry a Prince
In this episode, we dive into the dramatic and controversial life of Joan of Kent—daughter of scandal, wife of two men at once, and mother to a future king. Known for her beauty and boldness, Joan def...
11 Touko 20256min
The Love Triangle that Shaped a Dynasty
Today, I'm thrilled to welcome back historian and author Helene Harrison for a captivating discussion on the love triangle that changed the course of history—the infamous "Great Matter" involving Henr...
8 Touko 202549min
Shakespeare and the Magical Tree
Today, I'm joined by Shakespeare lecturer and author Dr. Darren Freebury-Jones for a fascinating conversation about one historical figure who has long remained an enigma to me—William Shakespeare.We d...
6 Touko 202551min
