The Daughters of King Stephen
Finally, Matt Lewis took the hint and didn't show up today! Just kidding - he was busy this week but will be back next week to chat about Henry V with me.Today, my medieval fill-in guest is Sharon Ben...
4 Juni 43min
Women's Networks in Medieval England
What happens when we stop looking at medieval queens as isolated figures and start looking at the women around them?In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Lacey Bonar Hull to explore the powerful networks...
2 Juni 55min
John Cheke: Scholar of Kings, Prisoner of Queens
John Cheke is often remembered as one of the greatest scholars of Tudor England, but his story is about far more than books and learning.In this episode, I'm joined by Amy McElroy as both co-host and ...
31 Maj 45min
Henry IV: The Vanilla Milkshake of Kings
Well… here it is. What did you think about the show open this week? Let me know in the comments!This week, Matt Lewis and I turn our attention to Henry IV — and there is a lot to unpack. We discuss th...
28 Maj 1h 5min
The Queen's Husband: Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha
In this second to last episode of our The Queen’s Husband series, I’m joined once again by the wonderful Dr. Linda Porter as we turn our attention to one of the most famous royal consorts in history -...
26 Maj 1h 15min
Historical TV Series: Part Three
Yeah, you read that right, we are on Part Three (and the last for now) on historical TV series. This episode we look at one of my favorites - House of the Dragon, and one of Amy's favorites - Game of ...
24 Maj 1h 3min
Richard II: The King with a God Complex
Richard II’s story is honestly one of the wildest royal rises and falls in English history, and in this episode I’m joined once again by Matt Lewis to untangle the life of the king who seemed determin...
21 Maj 1h 10min
Philippa Gregory on Mary Boleyn, Tudor Women & Revisiting History
She has sold over 30 million copies of her books worldwide, and she is likely the most recognizable name in historical fiction. Today, I’m sharing the interview I recorded with not only Philippa Grego...
19 Maj 54min
