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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 & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: January 29 - February 4
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world of royal history from one century to another - stopping on events that may be of…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondAnne Boleyn's Fall From Grace - A Story
This episode differs from what I usually do - a narrative storytelling episode with an original script. This script was researched and written by contributor…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMiniseries on Queen Mary I: Queen Regnant and Consort (Queens Series)
Here is the final episode in our miniseries on Queen Mary I. In this episode Dr. Johanna Strong is joined by Dr Valerie Schutte and Dr. Jessica S. Hower to…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: January 22 - 28
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from various centuries. In this episode…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThe Little Ice Age & Thames Frost Fairs (Bonus Episode)
f you heard our last episode about Anne of Cleves called The Lucky Wife, you'll recall we briefly touched on climate at the time of the Tudors as well as the…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThe Lucky Wife: Anne of Cleves (Queens Series)
Anne of Cleves is quickly becoming one of the most popular of Henry VIII's six queens. Thanks partly to today's guest, historian Heather Darsie. Think you've…
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This Week in Royal History: January 15-21
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from various centuries. In this episode…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondIn Her Words: Sophia of Hanover - Part Two
We continue today with Chapter Two of In Her Words. In this episode we really get a feel for Sophia of Hanover's personality and how she felt about her…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondWife of Henry VIII: Jane Seymour (Queens Series)
As this podcast continues evolving, I decided to do my first themed season. Queens! We'll learn about a marvelous collection of queens from various guests. In…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: January 8-14
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMiniseries on Queen Mary I: Mary in Film (Queens Series)
Peter Stiffell, Melita Thomas, Linda Porter, and Daniela Montgomery-Logan join the newly minted Dr. Johanna Strong for another fascinating chat on Mary I. Big…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: January 1-7
Welcome to the year 2023 and the first This Week in Royal History of the new year - I’m so happy that you continue to return to these weekly episodes because…
Tudors Dynasty & Beyond'Tis the Season for Tudor Fun & Games!
In this flashback episode Rebecca is joined by Heather to chat about the Tudors - be warned, we had a lot of fun recording this episode. If you want a…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondHands-On History: Historical Playwriting with Rebecca Lyon
Historical playwrights such as William Shakespeare have been instrumental in telling the history we know today. What a fascinating occupation - one could get…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: December 18-24
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondIn Her Words: Thus Bestowed On Me the Name of Sophia
In the last episode we learned about Elizabeth Stuart, Queen of Bohemia, and in that episode there was reference made to her daughter Sophia. This season I'll…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondDaughter of James VI/I: Elizabeth Stuart, Queen of Hearts (Queens Series)
As this podcast continues to evolve, I decided this season, I would do my very first themed season. Queens! We'll learn about a marvelous collection of queens…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: December 11-17
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondEverything You Wanted to Know About Sex and Sexuality in the Middle Ages
Disclaimer: This episode contains a conversation about sex and sexuality - listener discretion is advised. On this Ask the Expert Steph is joined by Dr…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMiniseries on Queen Mary I: Mary's Legacy
Welcome to our miniseries on the very much-maligned Queen Mary I of England. Thanks to PhD candidate Johanna Strong for orchestrating this entire series by…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: December 4-10
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThe House the White Ship Sank: Death of Henry I and the Great Anarchy
On this episode of Ask the Expert, Steph is joined by historian Chris Riley to discuss the complex story of the king's successor and the king's heir. --…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondImprisoning a Queen: The Men Who Kept the Stuart Queen
On this episode of Ask the Expert, Steph is joined by Dr. Mickey Mayhew to discuss the intriguing story of Mary, Queen of Scots and her captors. -- Dr…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: November 27-December 3
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part Nine (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThe Great Adapter: William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare is one of the best-known and most challenged figures in history. He transcends any era. In the present day, his plays continue to be shared…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: November 20-26
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part Eight (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondWife of the King of Mistresses: Catherine of Braganza (Queens Series)
As this podcast continues to evolve, I decided this season, I would do my very first themed season. Queens! We'll learn about a marvelous collection of queens…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: November 13-19
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMiniseries on Queen Mary I: Mary in Portraiture - Part Two (Queens Series)
Welcome to the Part Two of the second segment in a miniseries on the very much-maligned Queen Mary I of England. Thanks to PhD candidate Johanna Strong for…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMiniseries on Queen Mary I: Mary in Portraiture - Part One (Queens Series)
Welcome to the second segment in a miniseries on the very much-maligned Queen Mary I of England. Thanks to PhD candidate Johanna Strong for orchestrating this…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: November 6-12
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part Seven (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondStraight-Up Treason: The Gunpowder Plot
On this episode of Ask the Expert, Steph is joined by returning guest Nicola Cornick to chat about the intriguing story of the Gunpowder Plot. You may think…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: October 30-November 5
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This week…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part Six (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondA Brief History of Sudeley Castle
Amidst the picturesque rolling hills of the Cotswolds, Sudeley Castle stands out as a thing of beauty. Its rich history dates back centuries and explores the…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: October 23-29
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This week…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part Five (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondWife of the Bad King: Isabella of Angouleme (Queens Series)
As this podcast continues to evolve, I decided this season, I would do my very first themed season. Queens! We'll learn about a marvelous collection of queens…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: October 16-22
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This week…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part Four (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMiniseries on Queen Mary I: Mary's Network (Queens Series)
Welcome to the first segment in a miniseries on the very much-maligned Queen Mary I of England. Thanks to PhD candidate Johanna Strong for orchestrating this…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: October 9-15
Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries. This week…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part Three (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondWomen in Tudor Times
On this episode of Ask the Expert, Steph is joined by returning guest Dr. Nikki Clark to chat about women in Tudor times. Have you always wanted to know…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondThis Week in Royal History: October 3-8
Welcome to the first episode for This Week in Royal History. While I still work out the layout of this segment, I hope you enjoy this content that allows you…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part Two (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
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England After the Death of Queen Elizabeth
This is a special Hands-On History episode with our host, Heather Darsie. Heather was fortunate enough to be in London after the death of Queen Elizabeth, and…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondMemoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth - Part One (Queens Series)
This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then…
Tudors Dynasty & BeyondWife of an Executed King: Henrietta Maria (Queens Series)
As this podcast continues to evolve, I decided this season, I would do my very first themed season. Queens! We'll learn about a marvelous collection of queens…
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Rumors and Gossip: The Princes in the Tower - Part Two
Lacey Bonar Hull returns for the second installment in a two-part episode on the princes in the Tower. For the first time on this show we have all three…
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The King's Mistress: Bessie Blount
On this #AtE Steph is joined by Elizabeth Norton, author of Bessie Blount: Mistress to Henry VIII , to discuss the intriguing life of one of Henry VIII's…
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Hands-On History: Performing Tudor Music
The music of the Tudors lends a hint into the personality and character of its composer. Henry VIII was known as quite the musician, and Anne Boleyn was said…
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In Search of a Kingdom
Steph returns for Ask the Expert with guest Lauren Bergreen to discuss the topic of his new book, In Search of a Kingdom. This book is: an exploration…
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Rumors and Gossip: The Princes in the Tower - Part One
Lacey Bonar Hull returns with a two-part episode on the princes in the Tower. For the first time on this show we have all three experts here to discuss and…
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Becoming Elizabeth - Episode Eight: I Want to be Queen
Christine Morgan joins us for her final installment on the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. This episode, the last in the series, takes a deep look at what we…
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Sister of a Queen, and Wife of a Tudor: Catherine Woodville
Elizabeth Woodville left her mark on history as queen consort of King Edward IV. Her sister Catherine, on the other hand, became a figure in the shadows. In…
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Becoming Elizabeth - Episode Seven: Her Duty As A Princess
After a week off from Becoming Elizabeth, we were all ready for Episode 7. Christine joins us again this week and gives us the ins and out of what we watched…