Love the Tudor dynasty, or royal history in general? We interview your favorite historians and authors as well as tell you the stories of the era and beyond.
Today, I'm joined by award-winning playwright Melisa Annis and multi-Grammy-nominated songwriter Jamie Floyd to dive into an exciting new Tudor musical you won’t want to miss—plus, get a sneak peek at one of the songs from the show!
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Host: Rebecca Larson
Guests: Melissa Annis & Jamie Floyd
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Commoner and Yorkist Matriarch: Alice Chaucer
Today I am joined by historian and author Michele Schindler to discuss a rarity - a well-documented woman from history. Today we discuss Alice Chaucer.
Book: What is Better Than a Good Woman?
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Host: Rebecca Larson
Guest: Michele Schindler
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Elisabeth-Charlotte, Duchess of Orléans: A Life in Letters and Intrigue
Elisabeth-Charlotte, Duchess of Orléans, was a woman of sharp wit, unflinching honesty, and fierce independence. Married into the French royal family, she navigated the intrigues of Louis XIV’s court while maintaining a prolific correspondence that offers a rare, candid glimpse into 17th-century aristocratic life. In this episode, we explore her turbulent marriage, her fraught relationship with Madame de Maintenon, and the staggering 60,000 letters she left behind—an unparalleled chronicle of the grandeur, gossip, and political maneuvering of her time.
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Narrator: Rebecca Larson
Researched by: Emily Airey
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Murder in Anglo-Saxon England
*Attention: This episode contains content that may be disturbing to some.
Today, I'm joined by historian and author Annie Whitehead to delve into the chilling tales of murder in Anglo-Saxon England. We'll explore the stories, the intrigue, and the gruesome details behind some of the most documented murders of the era.
Book: Murder in Anglo-Saxon England: Justice, Wergild, Revenge
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Host: Rebecca Larson
Guest: Annie Whitehead
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Through Her Eyes: Women's Lives in the Tudor Era
In this episode, Rebecca sits down with historian and author Amy McElroy to delve into the fascinating lives of women in the Tudor era. Their conversation spans a variety of topics, including education, marriage, work, murder, and so much more!
Book: Women's Lives in the Tudor Era, by Amy McElroy
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Host: Rebecca Larson
Guest: Amy McElroy
Love the Tudor dynasty, or royal history in general? We interview your favorite historians and authors as well as tell you the stories of the era and beyond.
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