Thomas Wolsey: The Butcher’s Son Who Ruled England

Thomas Wolsey: The Butcher’s Son Who Ruled England

🔁 Encore Presentation: This fan-favorite episode originally aired in April 2025.

From humble beginnings in Ipswich to the heights of royal power, Thomas Wolsey’s story is one of extraordinary ambition. Rising from a butcher’s son to Cardinal and chief minister to Henry VIII, Wolsey ruled England with unmatched influence — until his spectacular fall from grace.

In this episode, we explore how Wolsey built his empire, the political genius that made him indispensable to the king, and the mistakes that cost him everything.

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Host: Rebecca Larson

Guest: Alison Weir

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NEW SEASON: Tracy Borman, Jane Boleyn & Lady Anne Clifford

NEW SEASON: Tracy Borman, Jane Boleyn & Lady Anne Clifford

Welcome to episode 99!  In this episode, I chat with Tracy Borman about her new book and about the reign of James I of England. Adrienne Dillard then answers all YOUR questions on Jane Boleyn. Lastly, I tell you all about an amazing woman called Lady Anne Clifford. *My Patreon patrons receive exclusive access to Tracy's full answers during "If I Made You Choose".    See Show Notes for all the Details   Credits:   Written by: Rebecca Larson & Steph Stohrer Voiced by: Rebecca Larson, Dr. Tracy Borman & Adrienne Dillard Produced by: Rebecca Larson Imaging by: Troy Larson    Music Credits:   Music: Pavana alla veneziana by Paul O'Dette, Composed by Joan Ambrosio Dalza   Resources:   TudorsDynasty.com TudorsDynastyPodcast.com Patreon.com/TudorsDynasty

5 Okt 202058min

NEW SEASON: Mary Howard, Margaret Beaufort & Jane the Fool

NEW SEASON: Mary Howard, Margaret Beaufort & Jane the Fool

Welcome to the second episode of the new season and new format - this is actually episode #98.   In this episode I interview Dr. Nikki Clark about Mary Howard, Duchess of Richmond, and then for the 'Ask the Expert' segment, Dr Nicola Tallis returns to answer your listener -submitted questions about Margaret Beaufort, and then I give you 'A Brief History' on Jane the Fool.    --   *See separate post for the bonus material mentioned in the episode*   See Show Notes for all the Details   Credits:   Written by: Rebecca Larson & Steph Stohrer Voiced by: Rebecca Larson, Dr. Nikki Clark & Dr. Nicola Tallis Produced by: Rebecca Larson Imaging by: Troy Larson    Music Credits:   Music: Pavana alla veneziana by Paul O'Dette, Composed by Joan Ambrosio Dalza   Resources:   TudorsDynasty.com TudorsDynastyPodcast.com Patreon.com/TudorsDynasty

21 Sep 202059min

NEW SEASON: Alison Weir, Matthew Lewis and a Madwoman

NEW SEASON: Alison Weir, Matthew Lewis and a Madwoman

Welcome to the new season!!   I wanted to start of the new season with a bang, and so I was able to line up best-selling author and historian Alison Weir. Alison stops by to chat about Katheryn Howard, the Tudors....and of course we talk about Thomas Seymour.   The second segment of the show is called 'Ask the Expert'. This segment is for my listeners to be able to submit their questions to a historian on a specific subject. This episode my expert is historian/author Matthew Lewis and he answers your Richard III (and princes in the Tower) questions.   Lastly, we wrap up the episode with a 'Brief History' - just like the old days, I tell you a story about a specific person who lived between 1485 and 1603...this time it's a fascinating story about a madwoman who claimed to be the daughter of.....(you'll have to listen).   *Patron exclusive content:   See Show Notes for all the Details Merchandise: https://bit.ly/3bJiEXz   Credits: Written by: Rebecca Larson & Steph Stohrer Voiced by: Rebecca Larson, Alison Weir and Matthew Lewis Produced by: Rebecca Larson Imaging by: Troy Larson  Music Credits: Music: Pavana alla veneziana by Paul O'Dette, Composed by Joan Ambrosio Dalza Resources: TudorsDynasty.com TudorsDynastyPodcast.com Patreon.com/TudorsDynasty

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A Lady, A Queen, and a Murderess

A Lady, A Queen, and a Murderess

Welcome to the new format test for the podcast. The new season is about to begin and I wanted to test out my new ideas.   In this episode, I talk with Julie Montagu, Viscountess Hinchingbrooke about the amazing Mapperton Estates...I also talk to historian Heather R Darsie in our 'Ask the Expert' segment (she answers listener questions about Anne of Cleves), and lastly I tell you the story of one well-known Tudor murderess!   See Show Notes for all the Details     Written by: Rebecca Larson   Voiced by: Rebecca Larson   Produced by: Rebecca Larson   Imaging by: Troy Larson      Music Credits:   Music: Pavana alla veneziana by Paul O'Dette, Composed by Joan Ambrosio Dalza

3 Aug 202054min

The Other Lady; Jane Seymour (Supplemental)

The Other Lady; Jane Seymour (Supplemental)

Since I am technically in my off-season, I put together this shorter episode to keep you learning about the Tudors over the summer months. A special shout out to Matthew Lewis for doing the male parts for me - it was great fun to put this one together! -- Written by: Rebecca Larson Voiced by: Rebecca Larson & Matthew Lewis Produced by: Rebecca Larson Imaging by: Troy Larson Music Credits:Music from https://filmmusic.io"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

26 Jun 202014min

Tower Warden on Anne Boleyn

Tower Warden on Anne Boleyn

On this final episode of the 2019/2020 season, I welcomed back Tara Ball to discuss the execution and burial of Anne Boleyn. Tara is a Warden of the White Tower, and has a fascination with Anne Boleyn. Her occupation and passion are able to collide every day she goes to work.   *Note: My regular season runs September-May. In the months of June, July and August I am preparing for the next season, BUT I may throw in some supplemental ones - so stayed tuned! -- Please see my show notes including book links, maps and the guide to Anne's skeleton at TudorDynastyPodcast.com -- Written by: Rebecca Larson Voiced by: Rebecca Larson & Tara Ball Produced by: Rebecca Larson Imaging by: Troy Larson Music Credits:Music from https://filmmusic.io"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

26 Mai 20201h 4min

Historian Rebecca Larson Talks Thomas Seymour

Historian Rebecca Larson Talks Thomas Seymour

Welcome to the show - I’m Rebecca Larson, host of the Tudors Dynasty Podcast, and today’s episode is a bit different from previous episodes as this time I am the guest. I was recently asked by Rosie, the host of the History, eh? Podcast to come on and talk about Thomas Seymour - how could I refuse an invitation like that!? So...for those of you who have been following my journey with Thomas Seymour, I hope you enjoy this episode.    Please, please, check out Rosie's podcast. Search for "History, Eh?" available on most platforms.  https://historyeh.com/2020/thomas-seymour-with-rebecca-larson/    -- Written by: Rebecca Larson Voiced by: Rebecca Larson & Rosie Parent Produced by: Rebecca Larson Imaging by: Troy Larson Music Credits:Music from https://filmmusic.io"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

14 Mai 20201h 4min

Professor Suzannah Lipscomb on Tudor Life and Henry VIII

Professor Suzannah Lipscomb on Tudor Life and Henry VIII

On this episode Suzannah and I chat about Tudor women, a bit about Tudor queens, a little about Anne Askew, we chat about witchcraft, and then we wrap it up with Henry VIII. You don’t want to miss a minute of it.  -- Written by: Rebecca Larson Voiced by: Rebecca Larson & Professor Suzannah Lipscom Produced by: Rebecca Larson Imaging by: Troy Larson Music Credits:Music from https://filmmusic.io"Folk Round" by Kevin MacLeod (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

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