Medieval Princesses: The Daughters of King John
King John’s legacy is often overshadowed by failure, but his daughters left a far more fascinating mark. In this episode, we explore the lives of his legitimate daughters, Joan, Isabella, and Eleanor,...
10 Juni 20251h 4min
Caroline Ansbach: The Woman Behind George II
What do Voltaire, smallpox, and royal scandal have in common? Queen Caroline of Ansbach. In this episode, we uncover the story of the brilliant, bold, and often overlooked consort of George II—an Enli...
8 Juni 202510min
Dr. Emma & Me: Parallel Lives - Isabel of Castile and Katherine of Aragon
Welcome to the very first official episode of Dr. Emma and Me! Today, we're exploring the fascinating parallel lives of Katherine of Aragon and her formidable mother, Isabel of Castile—two queens shap...
5 Juni 202553min
Minds Behind the Monarchy: Cromwell, Reform, and Religion
This episode goes far beyond Thomas Cromwell. Join us as we explore the shifting tides of religion in Tudor England—from the ruthless politics of the Reformation to the 'what ifs' of Edward VI’s reign...
3 Juni 202523min
King James and the Devil's Work
Today, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Steven Veerapen to unravel how the fear and condemnation of witchcraft evolved from the reign of Henry VIII to that of King James. Trust me—this isn’t your typic...
29 Maj 202554min
Tudor Women in Portraiture
Today, I’m joined by the lovely Sylvia Barbara Soberton for a fascinating conversation about Tudor women in portraiture. We explore the stories behind the images—like Margaret Beaufort wearing spectac...
27 Maj 20251h 5min
Not Just a Second Choice: The Woman Who Made Mozart Immortal
He was meant to marry her sister, but fate had other plans. In this episode, we uncover the remarkable life of Constance Mozart, the woman history often calls a footnote. Far more than a second choice...
25 Maj 202511min
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 Maj 20251h 5min
