Medieval Women: Mystics and Nuns
Gemma Hollman returns to the podcast for an enlightening discussion about the fascinating lives of medieval mystics and nuns. Dive into the spiritual and cultural significance of these extraordinary w...
7 Jan 202558min
Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon's Black Trumpeter
Dr. Emma is joined by Dr. Michael Ohajuru to discover the intriguing story of a Black trumpeter at Henry VIII's court. Who was he, and what does his role reveal about race and culture in Tudor England...
2 Jan 202553min
Exchanging Favors: New Year's Gifts in Tudor Times
In the 16th century, traditions looked quite different from today. Instead of exchanging gifts on Christmas Day, the Tudors celebrated this custom on January 1st. In this episode, Rebecca chats with D...
31 Des 20241h 2min
The Iron Queen: Margaret's Quest to Unite Scandinavia
Discover the extraordinary story of Margaret of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden—an unstoppable queen whose political brilliance forged the Kalmar Union and reshaped the destiny of Scandinavia. From naviga...
29 Des 202415min
The King's Mistress: Anne Boleyn
Professor Tracy Adams joins us for an insightful discussion about the term "mistress" and its historical implications. Was Anne Boleyn truly "the other woman," or was she viewed as a "wife in waiting"...
26 Des 202442min
Yuletide Through Tudor Eyes: Christmas Traditions Unwrapped
Join Rebecca as she chats with Dr. James Taffe in this festive (revisit) episode, diving into the captivating world of Tudor Christmas. Discover how their celebrations differed from ours today, and en...
24 Des 202430min
Pirate Queens: Jeanne de Clisson and Grace O’Malley
Set sail with us as we uncover the fierce tales of Jeanne de Clisson, the Lioness of Brittany, and Grace O’Malley, Ireland’s Pirate Queen. These fearless women turned the tides of history, defying emp...
22 Des 202419min
Mothers of Kings: Women Behind the Power
Join us as Anne Garthwaite returns to explore the compelling lives of the mothers of kings: Cecily Neville, Margaret of Anjou, Elizabeth Woodville, and Margaret Beaufort. We'll delve into how these re...
19 Des 202453min
