British History: Royals, Rebels, and Romantics

Celebrating Christmas was a big event in Tudor times, just as it is today. Dr. James Taffe joins us to explore the fascinating ways Tudors experienced everything from joy to gluttony to melancholy during the 12 Days of Christmas and beyond. Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and Sword James Taffe @tudortaffe Servi...

Recent discoveries sponsored by the Richard III Society have opened new discussions about the Princes in the Tower. Nathen Amin weighs in about the likelihood the boys survived. Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and Sword Nathen Amin nathenamin.com @nathenamin Henry VII and the Tudor Pretenders: Simnel, Warbeck,...

The Tudors are one of the most well-known of the English royal dynasties for several reasons: the larger than life characters, the multiple marriages and Virgin Queen, and the extraordinary portraits. When Hans Holbein the Younger became Henry VIII's painter, he helped create an image of the king that has shaped our understanding of the Tudors. Franny Moyle joins us to share her research into...

With a country that's mostly a monarchy, it's tempting to skip over the gap between Charles I and Charles II. But those years of reimagining government changed things forever. Historian Miranda Malins joins us to explain the "gap years" that included wars, experiments, and Oliver Cromwell. Show Notes Miranda Malins Mirandamalins.com Facebook: mirandamalinsbooks Pinterest: miran...

Double, double, toil and trouble is not so far removed from what becomes a modern chant, remember, remember the 5th of November. As always, history shows us what’s possible. And in 1605 and 1606, Shakespeare gives voice to the terrors of the time in plays that continue to enthrall us today: King Lear and Macbeth. Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolan...

Join me for a tour of British history through the kings, queens, and castles in Cumbria! We'll see history play out in one of the most beautiful areas of England. Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and Sword Creative Director: Lindsey Lindstrom Music: History by Andy_Grey via Audio Jungle, Music Broadcast Lic...

Henry VIII's marriage to Anne Boleyn changed the Tudors and England. But it went further than that. Authors Julia Fox and John Guy join me to discuss the international implications of Henry and Anne's marriage. Show Notes Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and Sword Juliafox.co.uk Johnguy.co.uk Hunting t...

We feel like we know the Tudors in part because we are able to see them. In contemporary portraits and modern adaptations, images of the Tudors are all around us. Artist Kathryn Holeman shares her journey in bringing history to life. Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and Sword Kathryn Holeman kathrynh...

The records of history often overlook those who didn't have power and a voice, including women. Professor Suzannah Lipscomb joins us to reveal some of the ways of restoring women and their stories to history. Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and Sword Suzannah Lipscomb suzannahlipscomb.com @sixt...

I’d like to introduce my book, The Tudors by Numbers! I’m thrilled to have heard from some earlier readers, and I’m so grateful for the wonderful reviews I’ve received. Now it’s available in the US and the UK, I want to give it a proper launch. So here's the story of The Tudors by Numbers! Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers, p...

Tudor Queens had plenty of controversies, often involving other women. Lady Jane Grey and Amy Robsart were key figures in the Tudor court. We explore their stories in two historic novels, The Lady of Misrule and To Shield the Queen. Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers Lindsey Lindstrom  Lindsey Lindstrom Design LindseyLi...

Jane Seymour is one of the least well-known of Henry VIII's wives. And yet she had a front row seat to some of the most dramatic events of Henry's reign: the setting aside of Katherine of Aragon, the relentless pursuit of Anne Boleyn, Katherine's death and then Anne's fall and stunning execution. When Jane steps into Anne's shoes, what does she think of her husband and her...

What could happen if all our favorite Jane Austen characters got together for a party? And then Mr. Wickham turned up dead? Claudia Gray takes us into a whole new Jane Austen world in her new series. And Mr. Wickham won't be the only victim! Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers Claudia Gray claudiagray.com @claudiagr...

History can help us have more effective and more successful conversations at work and at home. Shakespeare's Henry V shows us how the work we do before we start speaking can make our language more powerful and more effective. Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers Creative Director: Lindsey Lindstrom Music: History by...

Welcome to 2023 Summer Specials! I'm doing some new things, including speaking about how history is right now. Queen Jane and Queen Mary show us how we can look back to gain clarity as we move forward. Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd The Tudors by Numbers Creative Director: Lindsey Lindstrom Music: History by Andy_Grey via Audio Jung...

Welcome to the final official episode of Season 3 of Royals, Rebels, and Romantics! My first history book, The Tudors by Numbers, comes out the end of this month! Join me as I share some of my favorite Tudor numbers, from pertinent percentages to dazzling days. Looking ahead to summer specials and for Season 4, coming in September. Thank you for your support! The Tudors by Numbers is out 30 June i...

We think of Medieval times as that of kings...but there were some amazing women living and working and leading in those times as well. Sharon Bennett Connolly brings them to life in her books. Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd Sharon Bennett Connolly historytheinterestingbits.com @thehistorybits on Twitter @sharonbennettconnolly on instagram @sharonbco...

Anne Boleyn went from being crowned Queen to being executed for treason in less than three years. Natalie Grueninger explores what happened in her final dramatic year. Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd Natalie Grueninger www.onthetudortrail.com https://www.facebook.com/nataliegrueningerauthor @themosthappy78 Instagram @onthetudortrail Twitter Talking T...

Anne Boleyn is the best-known wife of Henry VIII, remembered for changing Henry and England. Her daughter became one of the most famous Queens of England. Dr Tracy Borman joins us to share the story of the mother and daughter who changed history. Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd Tracy Borman tracyborman.co.uk Theatre tour: tracyborman.co.uk/theatre @t...

Why are we seeing a coronation in 2023? Jessica Storoschuk, An Historian About Town, joins us to share the history of coronations past and what we can look for in the upcoming ceremony! Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd Jessica Storoschuk, An Historian About Town AnHistorianAboutTown.com Substack: AnHistorianAboutTown.substack.com TikTok: @...

To celebrate the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare's First Folio, Cassidy Cash joins us to chat about a couple of our favorite plays: The Tempest and Macbeth! Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd Cassidy Cash, That Shakespeare Life cassidycash.com Resources for The Tempest and other Shakespeare experiences: patreon.com/thatshakespearelife...

The Tower of London is known for execution & fear. In Tudor time it was also a hub of power, especially for two important Tudor women: Jane Grey Dudley and Mary Tudor. Dr. Valerie Schutte joins us to explore Tudors & power at the Tower. Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd Dr. Valerie Schutte https://tudorqueenship.com @tudorqueenship...

Rose Bakewell of Mrs. Bakewell's Cream Tea Company joins us to share the history and special joys of tea time! From a debate over the clotted cream or jam first question to the royal history of tea, this conversation is a real treat. Mrs. Bakewell is dedicated to bringing the experience of tea to the US! Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannllo...

Anne Boleyn is one of the most famous women in Tudor history. But what about the women behind the crown? Sylvia Barbara Soberton takes us into Anne's court and introduces us to her ladies-in-waiting. Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd Sylvia Barbara Soberton sylviabarbarasoberton.blogspot.com Facebook: ForgottenTudorWomen Instagram: for...

Grace O'Malley was described as "the most notorious in all the coasts of Ireland." Join us as we go to sea with the famous Pirate Queen! Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloyd www.carolannlloyd.com @shakeuphistory patreon.com/carolannlloyd Anne Chambers, Grace O'Malley, the Biography of Ireland's Pirate Queen Creative Director: Lindsey Lindstrom Music: History by Andy_Grey via Audio...