British History Podcast

Archbishop Cranmer, the architect of the break with Rome and Henry's divorce from Catherine of Aragon, was executed in this week in history. He was burned at the stake in Oxford and his plight earned him a place in 'Foxe's Book of Martyrs'. At Christmas 1602, Elizabeth I's godson had been shocked by her appearance. By mid-February she had retreated to her favourite home, Richmond Palace. As though...

Join me for a relaxed history chat as we look at the surprising truth of the dissolution of the monasteries ahead of the release of my interview with James Clark who has published a new history on this topic. Plus: Behind the Scenes Exclusive announcement! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/su...

This week’s History Tea Time History Chat Live | 8th March 2023 * The Last Stuart? The accession of Queen Anne * Henry VIII’s near miss and * Rizzio is murdered in front of Mary, Queen of Scots Links referred to in this show: Book Recommendations - www.amazon.co.uk/shop/britishhistory Patreon - www. Patreon.com/BritishHistory The Georgians Online History Festival - https://TheGeorgians2023.eventbr...

I this week's episode I cover Tewkesbury Abbey with its unique Chantry Chapel and tombs of the Despensers, and its value at surrender. Links talked about in the show: The Private Life of Anne Boleyn Tour, 2023 Underneath the Covers with Deb Roil . Mortal Monarchs with Dr Suzie Edge . Amazon Book Shop. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to b...

King John's Will and the legend of the Dane’s Skin, at Worcester Cathedral Archives The 'Catherine and Anne' Exhibition at Hever Castle This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe I'd really appreciate your help in making this show the best it can be. I know time is precious but if you do hav...

55 letters have been deciphered and then identified as those of Mary, Queen of Scots. Over 50,000 words, from Mary, are now available to be read, analysed and contextualised! In this episode I look at the bits of the newly published paper on these letters which most caught my eye. The paper is: George Lasry, Norbert Biermann & Satoshi Tomokiyo (2023): Deciphering Mary Stuart’s lost letters from 15...

1st Feb Tea Time Welcome to my weekly livestream, Tea Time History Chat Live and yes, I do have a cup of tea! | 1st Feb 2023 This week: - The Execution of Charles I - how was he charged with #treason?  - Spotlight on Katherine Grey - the tragedy of Elizabeth I’s heir - The newly discovered #Tudor Necklace and an interesting comparison! Next Week: * Why is Henry VIII buried with Jane Seymour? * Spo...

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Welcome to my weekly livestream, Tea Time History Chat Live and yes, I do have a cup of tea! This week, amongst other tangents, I discussed the death of Katherine of Aragon and how it closely linked to Anne Boleyn, the loss of Whitehall Palace from a fire and the State Funeral of Vice-Admiral Nelson following his body's long trip back from Trafalgar. We also talked about Book Club, which is starti...