Agnes Waterhouse and the Birth of England’s Witch Trials
In 1566, Agnes Waterhouse became one of the first woman executed for witchcraft in England. Accused of killing her neighbor with the help of a talking cat named Sathan, her trial marked the beginning ...
4 Maj 20259min
Portraying Power: Anthonis Mor at the Court of Mary I
Dr. Peter Stiffell joins guest host Dr. Emma for a fascinating discussion on the work of Anthonis Mor at the court of Queen Mary I. Together, they explore the rich symbolism in his portraits and compa...
1 Maj 20251h 6min
Thomas Wolsey: From Butcher's Son to Cardinal
Today, I’m joined by the wonderful Alison Weir to dive into the fascinating life of Thomas Wolsey. If you’ve ever thought Wolsey was boring, this episode will change your mind! Alison and I explore th...
29 Apr 202536min
How Empress Theodora and Lola Montez Redefined Power
Separated by centuries but united by boldness, Empress Theodora and Lola Montez shattered societal expectations to transform scandal into power. In this episode, we explore how each woman defied the o...
27 Apr 202519min
The Midwife's Tale: Pregnancy and Birth in Tudor England
Today, I’m joined by trained midwife and author Brigitte Barnard for a fascinating deep dive into pregnancy and childbirth in Tudor England. We’ll explore the realities faced by women of the time—and ...
24 Apr 202543min
The Daughters of Eleanor of Aquitaine
Today, I'm thrilled to welcome back the brilliant Sharon Bennett Connolly as we turn our attention to the often-overlooked daughters of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henry II of England. While their sons h...
22 Apr 202559min
John Dee: Tudor Polymath
Today, we dive into the extraordinary life of John Dee — mathematician, astrologer, alchemist, and advisor to Queen Elizabeth I. A true Renaissance polymath, Dee’s mind spanned the scientific and the ...
17 Apr 202548min
Fashion, Portraits, and Power: Anna of Denmark
Today, Dr. Jemma Field returns to join Dr. Emma and me for a fascinating discussion about Anna of Denmark—her fashion, her portraits, and the influence she wielded at the Stuart court. --Visit: Yale C...
15 Apr 202556min
