Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks about everything from the Aztecs to witches, Velázquez to Shakespeare, Mughal India to the Mayflower. Not, in other words, just the Tudors, but most definitely also the Tudors. Each episode Suzannah is joined by historians and experts to reveal incredible stories about one of the most fascinating periods in history. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week and ad-free podcasts. Sign up at https://w ...
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Renaissance England was a bustling and exciting place...new religion! break with rome! wars with Scotland! And France! And Spain! The birth of the modern world! In this weekly podcast I'll explore one aspect of life in 16th century England that will give you a deeper understanding of this most exciting time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Husband and wife watch The Tudors. He knows nothing about the 16th century. She has been podcasting about Renaissance England since 2009. In this episode by episode guide he'll ask her questions, and they'll discuss the stories behind the drama, looking at what really happened at the Tudor court. We think it's a fun way to make the 16th century more accessible, and any excuse to see more of Jonathan Rhys Meyers is a good thing. (She wrote that part). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo ...
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What happens when a small island faces the might of the Ottoman Empire? In 1565, Malta was the setting for a brutal clash between the forces of the Ottoman Empire and the defiant Knights of the Order of St.John, warrior monks led by the iron-willed Jean de Valette. This extraordinary siege pitted faith against empire, innovation against desperation…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: How the Tudors Celebrated New Years; Henry VIII and Eustace Chapuys. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even more exclusive content…
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Professor Suzannah Lipscomb delves into the world of Stuart-era recipe books, in which medicine, cookery and women's roles combine in fascinating ways. She discovers how these volumes were far more than just cookbooks, offering a window into how women collected and shared knowledge, and how female identity was shaped within the domestic sphere. Suz…
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This week's interview is part of the discussion we had with Matthew Lewis in the Tudor Top 50 program on how there might be more to the traditional stories that we've been told, perhaps orchestrated by Henry VII as part of the Tudor Propaganda Machine. You can still join the Tudor Top 50 Program at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorTop50 Check out M…
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Giordano Bruno was burned at the stake 425 years ago this month. His crime? Radical thinking which clashed with the ideas of the Roman Catholic church. But his extraordinarily colourful life, ideas and tragic fate continue to resonate in our modern understanding of the universe and the ongoing tension between scientific inquiry and religious author…
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Thomas More was once one of Henry VIII’s closest friends and most trusted advisors—a brilliant scholar, lawyer, and devout Catholic. But when Henry broke from Rome to marry Anne Boleyn, More’s refusal to support the king’s supremacy over the Church sealed his fate. In this episode, we dive into More’s rise to power, his moral and religious convicti…
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The German Peasants' War - which happened exactly 500 years ago - saw peasants across Germany, Switzerland and Austria rise up against oppressive lords in a bid for freedom and social reform. This was a pivotal and cataclysmic moment in European history, as transformative as the French Revolution and as deadly as World War I. Professor Suzannah Lip…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Did the Tudors really want black teeth; The Wizard Earl -Henry Percy’s Life of Science, Alchemy, and Intrigue. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support t…
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This was a patron chat with Sarah Gristwood on Courtly Love. Buy her books The Tudors in Love on Amazon here. Want to join these chats live? Become a patron on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The opulent halls of 17th and 18th-century Versailles were not just filled with dazzlingly dressed courtiers and royal intrigue. They also positively buzzed with scientific discovery and innovation, making the French royal court a crossroads of science and power. Professor Suzannah Lipscomb visits a fascinating exhibition at London's Science Museum…
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In this episode we look at the history of courtly love at the court of Marie of Champagne. Happy Valentine's and Galentine's Day friends. Read Sarah Gristwood's book Support me on Patreon for more content, author chats, audio courses, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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How did a lowly orange seller become the most famous actress of her time and mistress of King Charles II? In 1660, King Charles II ruled that female stage roles must be played by women, leading to the rise of the 'Covent Garden Goddesses'. As a result, Nell Gwyn - born 375 years ago this month - went from being a humble orange seller to a celebrate…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Dorothy Percy; The Untold Story of Teresa Sampsonia. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even more exclusive content https://www.pat…
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The famous saying "I think, therefore I am" was the cornerstone of the philosophy of Rene Descartes, who died 375 years ago this month at the age of 53. His groundbreaking ideas shaped Western thought and continue to influence our understanding of existence, knowledge and the nature of reality. Descartes' ground-breaking approach involved questioni…
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If you wound up stuck in the 16th century, what would your employment options be? Let's explore some options, from blacksmith to courtier to servant or water taxi. Extra episodes, author chats, and more at https://www.patreon.com/englandcast Thanks for your listenership! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Professor Suzannah Lipscomb delves into the dramatic story of the first European encounters with the indigenous people of Australia. She's joined by Professor Alistair Paterson who sheds light on the reported events of February 1606 when the Dutch unexpectedly stumbled upon the shores of Cape York Peninsula. Together, they'll examine the far-reachi…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Queens Who Misbehaved; The Ladies Peace. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even more exclusive content https://www.patreon.com/eng…
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For our final foray into the shadowy Renaissance world of the Borgia Dynasty, we explore the enigma that was Lucrezia Borgia, whose life navigating a perilous patriarchal landscape was enmeshed in scandals and power struggles. Professor Suzannah Lipscomb and Distinguished Professor Diane Ghirardo dissect the myths and reveal the truths surrounding …
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In this episode we'll look at the rise and downfall of Edward Seymour, who became England's most powerful man under the reign of his nephew Edward VI. Books to dig deeper: Tombland by CJ Samson The Path to Somerset by Janet Wertman Support the podcast on Patreon for extra episodes and more at https://www.patreon.com/englandcast and thank you! Hoste…
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Professor Suzannah Lipscomb discusses the impact of the Little Ice Age, a period of significant cooling from the 15th to early 19th centuries that caused widespread famine, drought, and socio-economic upheaval across the Northern Hemisphere. She's joined by Professors Madeline Bassnett and Laurie Johnson who share insights from their joint research…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Dorothy Percy; The Untold Story of Teresa Sampsonia? Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even more exclusive content https://www.pat…
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In June 1497, Juan - or Giovanni - Borgia, favoured son of Pope Alexander VI, was found brutally murdered in the River Tiber. Who committed this heinous crime? Suspects ranged from his ambitious brother Cesare to the Borgias' political enemies, the Orsini family. Despite an extensive investigation by the Pope, Giovanni's murder remains one of histo…
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In this episode we look at Louise of Savoy, the mother of Francis I, and one of the most powerful women in Renaissance Europe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Professor Suzannah Lipscomb explores the lives of the cast of Tudor courtiers who appear in Wolf Hall, including Thomas Cromwell, Richard Rich, Thomas Howard and Eustace Chapuys. She's joined by Dr. Lauren Mackay to discuss their portrayal in Wolf Hall and what happened to them in real life after the demise of Cromwell. The episode reveals the intr…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Queen Claude of France; What Was Really Wrong with Henry VIII’s Leg? Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even more exclusive content…
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In our Tudor Top 50 yearlong program yesterday (englandcast.com/TudorTop50) we had our first call, this time with historian Nathen Amin, talking about Henry VII's early rule. This is the highlight reel from that hour-long call. Hop into the Tudor Top 50 so you can be part of these calls, and the program, moving forward! We talked about how Henry go…
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Cesare Borgia, one of history's most controversial figures, was known for his ruthless ambition and political cunning. From his dramatic rise to power through to his notorious military campaigns and the legends surrounding his alleged crimes and complex relationships, he inspired Machiavelli's The Prince and left a lasting mark on the Renaissance e…
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In 1584 William of Orange - a leader of Protestants fighting against Philip II - was assassinated. Let's discuss the ramifications for England, and Elizabeth. Link to the Tudorcon presentation submission form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Professor Suzannah Lipscomb explores the dissolution of some 800 monasteries and nunneries by King Henry VIII, a campaign that dramatically reshaped England’s landscape and society. Suzannah meets leading experts - Professor Alec Ryrie, James G.Clark and Professor Lucy Wooding - whose research has uncovered the massive transfer of property and powe…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: 5 Moments That Changed Tudor England Forever ; The Remarkable Mildred Cooke Cecil. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even more exc…
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In the 15th and early 16th centuries, one Spanish family rose to exert its influence over Renaissance Italy - the Borgias. Deploying diplomacy, marriage alliances and military force to advance their interests, the Borgias’ meteoric ascent was accompanied by stories of incest, murder, and debauchery. But how true were the rumours? All this month on …
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Tudorcon speaker submission form: https://forms.gle/xiYdcx3QJe2t5AUz6 Jacquetta of Luxembourg lived a life that few could imagine. Born into one of Europe’s most powerful families, she claimed descent from the mythical Melusina. She shocked the English court by marrying for love, faced accusations of witchcraft, and became the mother of Elizabeth W…
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Niccolo Machiavelli’s name has become synonymous with cunning, deceit and a lack of morality to achieve one's goals in politics or business. He was a pivotal figure of the Renaissance, who witnessed the turbulence of Medici rule, radical religious reform, and the dangerous politics of European courts. Professor Suzannah Lipscomb is joined by the re…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Heather Reacts -The Wolf Hall Execution Scene; Was Cromwell going to marry Princess Mary? Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even m…
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Episode 272: Exploring Tudor and Elizabethan History with Tony Riches: Behind the Books and the Characters
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Join me as I chat with bestselling historical fiction author Tony Riches! Tony takes us through his fascinating journey of bringing Tudor and Elizabethan history to life in his acclaimed novels, including the Tudor Trilogy, the Brandon Series, and the Elizabethan Series. We dive into the stories behind his characters, from Owen Tudor to Walter Rale…
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Six Wives: Katherine Howard & Kateryn Parr
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1:29:18Across the holiday season, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb has been diving deep into the captivating stories of the six wives of Henry VIII with three special double episodes. Immerse yourself in the rich and fascinating true stories of these incredible women who changed the monarchy - and England - forever. This time, we spotlight Katherine Howard, th…
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Celebrate the 350th anniversary of Sir Christopher Wren's masterworks with Professor Suzannah Lipscomb as she and Professor Adrian Tinniswood OBE dive deep into Wren's extraordinary journey from scientist to architectural legend. Discover the untold stories behind the creation of St. Paul’s Cathedral, the radical rebuilding post-Great Fire of Londo…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: How the Tudors Celebrated the Winter Solstice; Bizarre and Fascinating Possessions of Henry VIII. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast fo…
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Six Wives: Jane Seymour & Anne of Cleves
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1:24:21In this second special Christmas edition, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb offers another chance to hear the fascinating series from earlier this year in which she took an in-depth look into the six wives of Henry VIII, revealing the rich stories and incredible lives of these women who changed the monarchy - and England - forever. This time, Suzannah tu…
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Let's talk about the Renaissance dream of flight focusing on Leonardo da Vinci and his flying machine plans, and then how Tudor England may have reacted to those experiments. If you're flying this holiday season, think about Leonardo and his plans for flight as you're boarding. your plane. Join Patreon to get more episodes, ad-free episodes, minico…
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Six Wives: Katherine of Aragon & Anne Boleyn
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1:28:56In the first of three special Christmas editions, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb offers another chance to hear the series from earlier this year in which she took an in-depth look into the six wives of Henry VIII, revealing the rich stories and incredible lives of these women who changed the monarchy - and England - forever. For the next three edition…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Roland de Velville; Rowland Dee. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even more exclusive content https://www.patreon.com/englandcast…
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How did the Bible transform from a guarded manuscript read in secret to a book accessible to millions? Professor Suzannah Lipscomb is joined by Professor Bruce Gordon to uncover the revolutionary impact of Gutenberg's printing press and Erasmus's bold Greek New Testament, setting the stage for Martin Luther's game-changing German translation of the…
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It was perhaps the least thought out plot to bring down a king ever. And it brought down Walter Raleigh instead. Let's take a look at the Main Plot and how Walter Raleigh got caught up in it. Related episode on Arbella Stuart (was implicated in the Main Plot as well): https://youtu.be/YJKkrYLRgy8 Support the podcast on Patreon at https://www.patreo…
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Pirates weren’t just a menace on the high seas - they were a direct threat to Spain’s empire-building ambitions in the Pacific. Professor Suzannah Lipscomb is joined by Dr. Kristie Patricia Flannery to hear the untold story of how Spanish officials, Catholic missionaries, Indigenous Filipinos, and Chinese migrants joined forces to battle Chinese an…
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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Scandalous Tudors - Bad Boys of the 16th Century, The Seymours. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out! Support the podcast for even more exclusive content http…
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I was capital-T Thrilled to interview Helen Castor on her new book, The Eagle and the Hart, on Richard II and Henry IV - in this interview we cover how 16th century historians can learn from this period in history several generations before, the tragedy of Richard, the lessons the Tudors learned, and more. Helen Castor is an acclaimed medieval and …
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In 1770, 14-year-old Archduchess Maria Antonia of Austria arrived in France to marry Louis XVI. As Marie Antoinette, she became the ultimate diva of her time; rebelling against the the rigid protocols of court and crafting a unique visual identity; wearing men's clothing and sporting excessive elevated hair. How then did her adoring public turn on …
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This is an episode about the men who were Cromwell's inner circle - Ralph Sadler, Richard Rich, and Thomas Wriothesley. As ever, thank you so much for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Elizabeth I and Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur of Morocco shared a common goal of empire building, despite their cultural, political and religious differences. Their alliance resulted in the transformation of sugar from a luxury item to a widespread commodity and their little-known correspondence reveals a never-realised plan to conquer Spain together. Pro…
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