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Tudors Dynasty & Beyond
Welcome to Tudors Dynasty & Beyond, the podcast where history comes alive through stories of royalty, rebellion, and resilience. Hosted by independent researcher Rebecca Larson, each episode dives into the Tudors and beyond—Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, Katherine of Aragon, forgotten queens, rebels, and adventurers. Enjoy Sunday storytelling (or interviews), engaging historian chats, and the popular Thursday series Dr. Emma & Me, with Dr. Emma Cahill Marron. Discover love, power, intrigue, and…
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Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThe Sisters Boleyn: Mary and Anne
While it’s been some time since this episode first aired, the drama surrounding the Boleyn sisters has not changed. Take a listen to historian Christine Morgan…
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Hands-On History: Rosenbach Museum & Library
In this episode of HoH, Heather chats with Dr. Alexander Lawrence Ames. Dr. Ames is the Associate Curator at the Rosenbach Museum & Library in Philadelphia…
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Lady Jane Grey: Who Served the Nine Days Queen?
In this episode, a friend to the show Dr. James Taffe joins us to discuss one of the most intriguing women in Tudor history, Lady Jane Grey. Sit back and…
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Becoming Elizabeth - Episode Six: The End of Thomas Seymour
The most wonderful Christine Morgan joins is back to give her brilliant insight into episode six of the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. Christine's…
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Rumors and Gossip - Queen Elizabeth I
Lacey Bonar Hull returns for the next installment of her Rumors and Gossip mini-series for us. This episode focuses on the rumors surrounding our favorite…
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Becoming Elizabeth - Episode Five: Oh Shoot, Politics are Important
This week Christine is out with "the plague", but like the rockstar that she is, found the energy to write down her thoughts. To guest host for Christine this…
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A Woman For All Seasons
On this Ask the Expert, Steph chats with author Joanna Hickson about the woman who adapted to everything, Joan (Vaux) Guildford. Joan is often only referred to…
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Becoming Elizabeth - Episode Four: Best Not Put Treason to Paper
The most wonderful Christine Morgan joins us again to give her brilliant insight into episode FOUR of the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. Christine's…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondChristine Talks Episode Three of Becoming Elizabeth
The most wonderful Christine Morgan joins us again to give her brilliant insight into episode three of the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. Christine's…
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Hands-On History: Finding Your Way in Heritage
In this episode of HoH, Heather chats with Caroline Pantling. Caroline in the Head of Heritage for the Scouts in the UK. Find out what led her down that path…
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Christine Talks Episode Two of Becoming Elizabeth
The most wonderful Christine Morgan joins us again to give her brilliant insight into episode two of the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. Christine's…
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The Life of a Tudor Socialite
Author and historian Jan-Marie Knights joins Steph on this Ask the Expert. Jan-Marie wrote The Tudor Socialite: A Social Calendar of Tudor Life, and it's their…
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Christine Talks Episode One of Becoming Elizabeth
On the 12th of June Starz launched the first episode of Becoming Elizabeth. With great anticipation, many of us watched it on the day it premiered. Reviews so…
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Rumors and Gossip - Anne and George Boleyn
In this second episode of our special mini-series, Lacey Bonar Hull chats with Kate McCaffrey about the rumors and gossip surrounding the siblings Boleyn -…
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Chat with Creator, Writer, and Executive Producer of "Becoming Elizabeth" Anya Reiss
This Sunday, the 12th of June, on Starz, we will be introduced to their new historical drama called, Becoming Elizabeth. Follow Elizabeth Tudor, an orphaned…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Queen Elizabeth I - Part One
In this episode of London in the Time of the Tudors, Christine Morgan moves on from Mary I to her younger, half-sister Elizabeth I. Follow along through Walter…
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Hands-On History: Working in Heritage Homes
In this episode of Hands-On History, Heather chats with Sarah Somerville of Shaw House in Berkshire about working in a heritage home. Sarah reveals that she…
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Anne Boleyn's Ladies-in-Waiting
For my final episode of the season, I am joined by Sylvia Barbara Soberton to chat about the women who served Anne Boleyn. This is a fun episode because we've…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Queen Mary I - Part Two
We have now come to the final years and death of Queen Mary I. On this episode we learn how Besant saw London during the reign of Queen Mary. --- London in the…
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Rumors and Gossip - Mary Boleyn
In this special mini-series, Lacey Bonar Hull chats with Dr. Kirstin Bundesen about the rumors and gossip surrounding the sister of Anne Boleyn - Mary. This…
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The King Who Had Too Many Sons
On this Ask the Expert, Steph chats with one of our all-time favorite guests, Matthew Lewis about the fascinating family of Edward III - The king with too many…
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Debunking the Myths: Anne of Cleves
Rebecca is joined by Heather R. Darsie to debunk the myths surrounding the life of Anna, Duchess of Cleves - fourth wife of King Henry VIII. Love the Tudors?…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Queen Mary I & Lady Jane Grey
On this episode of A Brief History Christine continues on from Edward VI into the reign of Mary I. We begin with her coronation, and then look at Besant's…
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Eleanor of Aquitaine: Queen of France, Queen of England, Mother of Empires
On this Ask the Expert, Steph chats with author and historical researcher Sara Cockerill to chat about the ever-fascinating Eleanor of Aquitaine. Cockerill's…
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Hands-On History: Art Historian - Melanie V Taylor
Corresponding video available on Spotify and YouTube! On this episode of Tudors Dynasty: Hands-On History, Heather chats with Melanie V. Taylor about what it…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Henry VIII and Edward VI
On this episode of A Brief History historian, Christine Morgan finishes the story of Henry VIII and finished with Edward VI. --- London in the Time of the…
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Wars of the Roses: The Brothers Plantagenet
On this Ask the Expert, Steph is joined by historian and podcast host Derek Birks to discuss some of our favorite men from history - the brothers Plantagenet…
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Château Vert Pageant & Anne Boleyn
Today, I'm joined by PhD candidate, Lacey Bonar Hull and chat about the Château Vert pageant, and Anne Boleyn. We also discuss the importance of pageants…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Henry VIII - Part Three
On this episode of A Brief History historian Christine Morgan continues the story of Henry VIII from Episode #162. Don't worry, we're getting near the end of…
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The House of Dudley: Edmund, John and Robert
An episode after my own heart! Dr. Joanne Paul returns to the show to discuss the topic of her new book The House of Dudley. Edmund, John and Robert Dudley's…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Henry VIII - Part Two
On this episode of A Brief History historian Christine Morgan continues the story of Henry VIII from Episode #156. London in the Time of the Tudors was written…
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Elizabeth I & Her Circle
Steph is joined by Professor Susan Doran To discuss those closest to Queen Elizabeth I. Professor Doran is a brilliant historian who shares her vast knowledge…
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The Reputation of the Duchess of Somerset
On this episode I welcome Susan Higginbotham to discuss the reputation of Anne Stanhope - wife of Edward Seymour, Duke of Somerset and Lord Protector. Anne's…
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Hands-On History: Tudor Manor House
Heather Darsie is joined by Brigitte Webster, Experimental Food Historian, to discuss what it's like to run (and own) a Tudor manor home. Brigitte and her…
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King Edward II of England with Kathryn Warner
Edward II is one the most talked about kings of England, but not for his bravery or his great accomplishments. Instead we have been told for centuries that it…
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Kateryn Parr with Dr. Linda Porter
As a queen consort of England, Kateryn Parr's history is often overshadowed by the events that allegedly occurred between her husband and Lady Elizabeth. The…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Henry VIII - Part One
On this episode of A Brief History historian Christine Morgan begins the story of Henry VIII. This story is taken from this piece of work in the public domain…
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The Relationship between Elizabeth I and James VI of Scotland
On this installment of Ask the Expert, Steph asks historian Steven Veerapen YOUR questions on the relationship between Elizabeth I and James VI of Scotland…
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Anne of Denmark with Dr. Susan Dunn-Hensley
A first time topic on the show, today I am joined by Dr. Susan Dunn-Hensley to discuss Anne of Denmark. Anne was the queen consort of King James VI of…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Henry VII - Part Two
On this episode of A Brief History historian Christine Morgan completes the story of Henry VII from Episode #150. London in the Time of the Tudors was written…
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A Time Traveler’s Guide with Ian Mortimer
Most of us know him best from his wonderfully informative "A Time Traveler's Guide" series, and today we are fortunate enough to have him on to answer YOUR…
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Ladies in Waiting with Dr. Nikki Clark
Dr. Nikki Clark returns to the show to share her knowledge on Ladies in Waiting. Who were they? How were they recruited? What was their role? How were they…
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London in the Time of the Tudors: Henry VII - Part One
On this episode of ABH we shake things up a little, and Christine Morgan narrates the story of London in the Time of the Tudors. London in the Time of the…
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Elizabeth I with Dr. Tracy Borman
On this Ask the Expert Steph chats with the wonderful Dr. Tracy Borman and answers YOUR questions on Elizabeth I. So many of your questions were answered…
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Historical Fiction & Tudor Trivia
This episode includes a very special guest. A person who has never been a guest on this show before, but is also no stranger to the podcast. On this episode we…
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A Medieval Duel to the Death
Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault A very warm welcome to Christine Morgan sitting in the host chair this week. Today, thanks…
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Prince Arthur: The Tudor King Who Never Was
On this Ask the Expert, Steph invited Dr. Sean Cunningham to answer listener questions about the first born child of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York - Arthur…
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Tudor Chat and Trivia with Heather & Rebecca
Today we officially welcome Heather R. Darise to the show! Heather and I chat about upcoming plans for the show in 2022, Heather's contribution, the Tudors…
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The Most Connected Woman at Court - Katherine Willoughby
On this Ask the Expert, Steph chats with historian and author, Sharon Bennett Connolly on a popular topic - Katherine Willoughby. Wife of Charles Brandon, Duke…
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Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey
On this episode of A Brief History we look at the life of Henry Howard, Earl of Surrey. Surrey was a 16th century version of a rock star, with parties, woman…
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The Tragic Life of Margaret Pole
On this episode of Ask the Expert: Steph chats with author Samantha Wilcoxson and asks her YOUR questions on Margaret Pole, Countess of Salisbury. Find Tudors…
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William Caxton, the Printing Press, and Edward IV
We know that Edward IV had a rather large library of books. On this episode the wonderful Danie Burton joins us to discuss Edward IV's introduction to printed…
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The Significance of the Order of the Garter
As each of us travel through history on our journey to discover the Tudors, we frequently come across things that we do not understand. One such topic might be…
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Fashion in the Tudor & Stuart Dynasties
On this Ask the Expert, Steph chats with Dr. Sarah Bendall on the fashion in the 1500s and 1600s. Enjoy the listener questions from this episode because we…
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Queen Elizabeth on Progress
On this episode I am joined by Dr Aidan Norrie to discuss the progresses of Queen Elizabeth I. Dr. Norrie will help us understand the reason for a progress…
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The Queen‘s Final Days
A Brief History: The release of this episode is in honor of the first queen regnant of England. It was 463 years ago on this day that the daughter of Katherine…
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Medical Downfall of the Tudors
Health and healthcare in the 21st century does not compare to that of the 16th century. On this episode Sylvia Barbara Soberton explains to us some of the…
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Redemption of a Queen
On this episode I am joined by PhD candidate Johanna Strong to discuss the unfair judgement by history of the first Queen regnant in English history. Get the…
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Executed Brother of a Queen
A Brief History: Welcome to Episode 134 of the podcast, this episode is A Brief History: Executed Brother of a Queen! In this episode I'll teach you all about…
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The King and His Fairy Queen
Fairy, you say!? Indeed! On this episode of Ask the Expert we chat with historian Christine Morgan. Christine is our expert on a topic that many of you may…