History with Jackson

 🎙️ Ever wondered what makes a great political rogue? Discover the intriguing behaviors of historical politicians in our latest episode with Debbie Kilroy!  Key takeaway: Parliament wasn’t always a professional institution—many MPs were just as scandalous as today!  Grab a copy of Members Behaving Badly https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9781783969388 Keep up to Debbie via: Her Au...

👑 Ever wondered how the death of a king can change the course of history? In this episode, we dive deep into the shocking murder of Henry VI and the Siege of London! 🏰 Discover how a seemingly forgotten siege played a pivotal role in the Wars of the Roses.  Grab a copy of ' The Rose The Bastard and The Saint King' https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9781803997094 Keep up to date with Andre...

Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be a leader? 🤔 In our latest episode, we dive into the life of Marcus Aurelius, the Philosopher King. Discover how his Stoic beliefs shaped his rule and what we can learn from his journey! Grab a copy of Marcus Aurelius: Philosopher-King - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/14692/9781836391166 Keep up to date with William via his website https://williamos...

Join us on the History of Jackson podcast as we dive into the fascinating life of James I with author and historian Gareth Russell. Discover the complexities of Britain's first king, from his tumultuous upbringing and reign to his personal relationships and the historical impact of his rule! Grab tickets and learn more about the Katharine of Aragon Festival which is running from the 24th of Januar...

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Tudor ladies-in-waiting with historian Nikki Clark. Discover the untold stories, challenges, and triumphs of these remarkable women who navigated the complexities of court life. 📚✨ Dive into history's hidden narratives and uncover the secrets of the past!" This episode originally aired in May 2024 and is being rerun as part of our coverage and in...

🎙️ Are you ready to dive into the life of one of history's most divisive figures? 🤔 Thomas More is a saint to some and a villain to others! In our latest episode, we uncover the truth about his complex legacy.  💡 Key takeaway: More's upbringing and early life shaped his views on authority and power during a tumultuous time in history.  Grab tickets and learn more about the Katharine of...

 🎨 Did you know there was NO single book on Tudor art until now? 🤯 Christina Faraday shares her journey in creating "The Story of Tudor Art"! Explore the fascinating intersection of royal and everyday art in Tudor England.  Grab tickets and learn more about the Katharine of Aragon Festival which is running from the 24th of January to the 1st of February 2026 here https://peterboro...

Join us on the History of Jackson podcast as we delve into the fascinating life of Anne Boleyn with renowned historian Estelle Paranque. Discover the untold stories and unique perspectives on one of history's most intriguing figures. 📚✨ Grab tickets and learn more about the Katharine of Aragon Festival which is running from the 24th of January to the 1st of February 2026 here https://peterboroug...

Uncover the fascinating life of Margaret Beaufort, a woman who navigated power struggles and shaped the Tudor dynasty. Join us as Nicola Tallis shares insights from her book 'Uncrowned Queen.' 📚✨ Grab tickets and learn more about the Katharine of Aragon Festival which is running from the 24th of January to the 1st of February 2026 here https://peterborough-cathedral.org.uk/about/history/katharin...

Owen Emmerson, and Kate McCaffrey join Jackson van Uden they unravel the fascinating tales of Anne Boleyn and Katharine of Aragon, two iconic figures locked in history's eternal conflict. Discover their stories, their strength, and their legacy. 🏰✨ #TudorHistory #AnneBoleyn #KatharineOfAragon #HistoryUnveiled" Grab tickets and learn more about the Katharine of Aragon Festival which is running fr...

 🚗💨 Ever wondered what it’s like to be part of a Formula One exhibition? Join us as we dive into the behind-the-scenes magic of the F175 live exhibition at Silverstone Museum! From project management to showcasing iconic cars, it’s all about celebrating 75 years of racing history!  To keep up to date with Silverstone Museum head to their website If you want to get in touch wi...

In this week's episode we have an episode from our Podcast of the Year Winner, Talking Tudors where Host Natalie Greninger speaks with historian Sophie Bacchus-Waterman about her new biography, exploring Elizabeth Boleyn’s early life, marriage to Thomas Boleyn, and her long court career within the Howard and Boleyn networks. The episode highlights Elizabeth’s political astuteness, her close relati...

In this episode we sit down to talk to author and historian Faith Tibble all about her new book 'The Crown of Thorns: Humble Gods and Humiliated Kings'. In this discussion the two discuss the evolution of the image of the crown, how it impacted medieval art, and influenced kings. Grab a copy of ' Crown of Thorns ' Keep up to date with Faith through her instagram and X If you want to get in touch w...

In the world of aviation history, few names resonate as powerfully as that of R.J. Mitchell, the brilliant engineer behind the legendary Supermarine Spitfire. In a recent episode of the History with Jackson podcast, host Jackson van Uden engages in a captivating conversation with historian Paul Beaver, who shares his insights from his new book, "Mitchell: Father of the Spitfire." This episode delv...

Did you know the Thunder Run in 1945 was one of the greatest combined arms maneuver battles of WWII? It's time to shine a light on the forgotten heroes of Burma!  In our latest episode, we dive deep into the strategic brilliance behind this operation and how it shaped the outcome of the war.  Grab a copy of Thunder Run You can also keep up to date with Jack through his X , Website , Inst...

In today's episode we speak to Sir Richard J. Evans about his book 'Hitler's People: The Faces of the Third Reich'. During the episode Sir Richard talks to us about the relationship that Hitler had with some of his inner circle, how they interacted with each other, but also how they acted during the Nuremberg Trials! Grab a copy of Hitler's People Keep up to date with Sir Richard via his website I...

In this episode we speak to Andrew Bayliss all about Sparta! We dispel myths about how militarised the city-state was, discuss their political system, and their relationship with Persia Keep up to date with Andrew Bayliss via his University Profile Grab a copy of Sparta If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.uk Please support us on our Patreon !...

In this episode we speak to Harry Sidebottom all about the lives of Gladiators, what they ate, how they trained, and how they become sex icons in the Roman World! To keep up to date with Harry head to his Facebook Grab a copy ' Those Who Are About to Die ' If you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.uk Please support us on our Patreon ! To catch up on...

In this episode we speak to Helen Fry, live at IWM Podcast Live, all about The White Lady Intelligence Network which operated out of Belgium during World War I. Helen spoke to us about how it was set up, their spy craft, and what its members went on to do! Grab a copy of The White Lady: The Story of Two Key British Secret Service Networks Behind German Lines Keep up to date with Helen via her Webs...

In this episode we speak to Damien Lewis, live at IWM Podcast Live, all about his brand new book the SAS: The Great Train Raid! In this episode we focus on how the train raid came about, Italian concentration camps, and the bravery of the SAS! Click here to grab a copy of SAS: The Great Train Raid To keep up to date with Damien head to his website , his X , or his Facebook If you want to get in to...

In this episode Author and Historian Helen Fry details the importance of Intelligence gathering networks in Belgium during World War I and World War II. She talks us through how they were set up, how the remnants of the first network were pivotal in the creation of the new networks in World War II. Grab a copy of The White Lady: The Story of Two Key British Secret Service Networks Behind German Li...

In this episode we speak to Alex Churchill and Nicolai Eberholst about the global nature of World War I, we speak about how war unfolded in Europe, the affect on Eastern Europe, and War in the Pacific! Grab a copy of ' Ring of Fire ' Keep up to date with Alex via her website , newsletter , Facebook , Instagram , X and via The Great War Group Keep up to date with Nicolai via X If you want to get in...

Today we sit down to talk to Author, Historian and friend Steve Tibble about his brand new book with 'Assassins and Templars: A Battle in Myth and Blood'. The two spoke about the origins of the Assassins, the PR approach of the Assassins and how they came to fight against the Templars! To grab a copy of Steve's book head here To keep up to date with Steve head to his X , Website , Instagram or Lin...

In this episode we welcome back historian and author Michael Jones to discuss the life of The Black Prince! We touch on Edward's youth, we shed light on some of his darkest moments as a leader, and we look at the impact he had on continental politics in both life and death! Grab a copy of The Black Prince Keep up to date with Michael via his website If you want to get in touch with History with Ja...

In this episode we speak to Historian and author Erica Canela to bust some misconceptions that we have about the Quakers of the 17th Century! Erica tells us about how they caused trouble in the counties they preached in, what they did were naughty quakers, and how they are still around today! Grab a copy of Zealous: A Darker Side of the Early Quakers Keep up to date with Erica via her website , Li...