Fashion, Portraits, and Power: Anna of Denmark

Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we take a look at the captivating stories of royals from around the world and across various centuries, exploring the impact they had on history and society. This week we look at the following people and events: Margaret of Denmark, Queen of Scotland Joan Beaufort, Queen of Scotland Coronation of Richard II Lady Frances Brandon, Duchess of Suffolk Anne of Cleves King George V Tsar Nicholas II and family Phillipa of Lancaster, Queen of Portugal Margaret of England, Countess of Pembroke John II of Castile Commercial-free experience as a patron! -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson

14 Jul 202417min

This episode is probably best if watched as a video on Spotify or YouTube, but should also make sense by listening. I'll include a link to the images discussed. My visit to Buckfast Abbey was a surprise. My trusty guide Nigel did not tell me we would be stopping there but it turned into one of my best memories from my trip. More's Hairshirt Stained Glass Window *Commercial-free for patrons -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Mark - Church Steward

11 Jul 20249min

Before you critique my pronunciation of the name, I am merely repeating what those there said and it was confirmed online as well - yes, you pronounce the S. :) This is a brief episode of one of the manor houses I visited during my first week in England. I interviewed Dr. Linda Porter at the café before doing a tour of the place myself. It is a beautiful place, and I will also share my pictures with you once I get them organized a bit better -be sure to head over to my website and subscribe so you can see all the pictures there. If you previously subscribed please do so again because I had to do a website change which removed all previous subscribers. -- Commercial-free for patrons! -- Hosted by: Rebecca Larson Credit on history to: https://www.penshurstplace.com/

9 Jul 20249min

Today I am joined by Dr. Charlotte Bolland, Senior Curator of the National Portrait Gallery in London. We discuss the new exhibition on the Six Queens of Henry VIII. -- Looking for a commercial-free episode? -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Dr. Charlotte Bolland #history #nationalportraitgallery #sixqueens #henryviii #tudors #tudorhistory #queens

27 Jun 202430min

Today I am joined by Dr. Linda Porter to discuss the extraordinary life of the eldest daughter of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York - Margaret Tudor (wife of James IV of Scotland). Buy Book - The Thistle and the Rose: The Extraordinary Life of Margaret Tudor Looking for a commercial-free episode? -- Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Dr. Linda Porter

25 Jun 202443min

After many years of dreaming this day would come, I am finally off to England! In this episode, Mell and I discuss my upcoming trip, what I'm looking forward to and what you should expect from me during my time there. -- Commercial-free episodes Find me on YouTube! -- Hosts: Rebecca Larson & Mell Taylor

13 Jun 202426min

Today I am joined by Sharon Bennett Connolly to talk about some amazing women who shaped the Tudor world - and maybe we also make mention at what a tool Henry VIII was, too. Buy: Heroines of the Tudor World -- Looking for commercial-free? Love to read about the Tudors? -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Sharon Bennett Connolly

11 Jun 202450min

Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world of royal history from one century to another - stopping on events that may interest you. In this episode, we look at the week of June 10-16 and focus on a few interesting stories, including: Anne Neville Henry VIII weds Katherine of Aragon Death of Marie de Guise Death of Æthelflæd The capture of the Tower of London King John signs the Magna Carta Edward the Black Prince Henry Fitzroy Elizabeth Knollys John de la Pole Edward I Mary, Queen of Scots ⁠Commercial ⁠⁠FREE ⁠for patrons! ⁠ Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on ⁠⁠⁠Tudors Dynasty⁠⁠!⁠ (https://tudorsdynasty.com/) -- Credits: Hosted by: Rebecca Larson Edited by: Rebecca Larson Opening Music: Light and Breezy by MusicLFiles License (CC BY 4.0)

9 Jun 202419min