Heads Will Roll: Exploring Tudor Executions
Discover the grim tales of those who met their fate on the executioner’s block and the political intrigue behind these brutal acts. This episode reveals the ruthless justice that shaped a turbulent er...
17 Dec 202454min
Medieval Powerhouses: Eleanor of Aquitaine and Blanche of Castille
In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary lives of Eleanor of Aquitaine and her granddaughter Blanche of Castile. From Eleanor’s influence as queen consort and duchess to Blanche’s strong leade...
15 Dec 202412min
The Birth of a Renaissance Queen
Think you know everything about Katherine of Aragon? Think again! In this episode, we’re unraveling the mystery of her real birthdate and diving into how her early life shaped her into the Renaissance...
12 Dec 20241h 3min
The Woman Behind Anne Boleyn's Maids: A New Tudor Discovery
Who was the mysterious woman behind Anne Boleyn’s maids? Join me as I sit down with Sophie Bacchus-Waterman, whose groundbreaking article unveils the name and story of Anne Boleyn’s Mistress of the Ma...
10 Dec 202450min
From Mistress to Queen: Inês de Castro and Katherine Swynford
This episode delves into the legendary romances of Inês de Castro, whose tragic love with Prince Pedro of Portugal defied death, and Katherine Swynford, whose relationship with John of Gaunt shaped En...
8 Dec 202418min
Katherine of Aragon: A Queen Remembered
In this episode, we (Dr. Emma & me) are joined by Jackson van Ulden to talk all things Katherine of Aragon and the upcoming "Katharine of Aragon Festival". Festival Information: https://www.peterborou...
5 Dec 202451min
Anne Boleyn's Title: Setting the Record Straight
Today, I’m joined by Sylvia Barbara Soberton to explore the fascinating world of our favorite Gateway Queen, Anne Boleyn. Sylvia shares her groundbreaking discovery, challenging a centuries-old miscon...
3 Dec 202450min
The Fall of the Romanovs: Revolution, Tragedy, and the End of an Empire
In this episode, we take a brief but compelling look at the lives of the Romanov women—Grand Duchesses Olga, Tatiana, Maria, and Anastasia. From their royal upbringing to the tragic end of the Romanov...
1 Dec 202417min
