Talking Tudors

Join us as we dive into the intriguing world of Mary Tudor, Queen of France, with our special guest, historian and author Amy McElroy. Amy shares insights from her latest book, shedding light on Mary's life, her brief reign in France, and the complex family dynamics within the Tudor dynasty. Discover the captivating story of Mary Tudor, from her upbringing as a cherished sister of Henry VIII to he...

Join host Natalie Grueninger in this episode of Talking Tudors, as she welcomes back Dr. Eleanor Barnett, a food historian from Cardiff University, to discuss her latest book, "Leftovers: A History of Food Waste and Preservation." Dive into the evolution of our food consumption habits from the Tudor era to today, and discover the creative ways our ancestors preserved food. Learn about the societal...

Welcome to another episode of Talking Tudors, where host Natalie Grueninger is joined by Professor James Clark to explore the intricate history of the dissolution of the monasteries in 16th century England. Discover the vital roles these institutions played in everyday life and the complex, gradual process behind their dissolution under Henry VIII’s reign. James Clark, bringing his extensive exper...

Welcome to another episode of Talking Tudors, hosted by Natalie Grueninger. In this episode, we explore the profound journeys of Irish women religious during the turmoil of the 16th and 17th centuries with Dr. Bronagh McShane, a distinguished historian and research fellow at Trinity College, Dublin. Dr. McShane sheds light on the lives of Irish nuns who navigated suppression, exile, and reintegrat...

Join host Natalie Grueninger in this captivating episode of 'Talking Tudors' as she delves into the complexities of early modern sexuality and sodomy legislation in early modern England. Special guest Jack Beesley, a doctoral candidate specialising in this field, sheds light on how medieval and early modern people perceived same-sex relationships, the development of sodomy laws, and their implicat...

Welcome to another episode of Talking Tudors! Join host Natalie Grueninger as she delves into a fascinating conversation with Dr. Alan Loomis on the evolution of transparent glass windows in early modern England. Discover how this novel feature transitioned from a luxury for the elite to a common household element by the end of the 17th century, transforming domestic spaces and influencing interac...

Welcome to another episode of Talking Tudors, where host Natalie Grueninger dives into the intriguing world of Tudor history with Dr Surekha Davies, a historian of science, art, and ideas. In this episode, Dr. Davies shares insights from her latest book, 'Humans: A Monstrous History', exploring how societies have historically defined the concepts of human and monstrosity. Discover the unique perce...

Welcome to another enthralling episode of Talking Tudors, where host Natalie Grueninger explores the fascinating research of Helena Rutkowska into William Camden's annals - the first complete history of Elizabeth I's reign. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of Tudor historiography, revealing newly uncovered manuscript details thanks to enhanced imaging techniques. Helena shares her insights...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of 'Talking Tudors' with Natalie Grueninger. Join us as we delve into the captivating world of 16th-century England to explore the enduring and complex relationship between Elizabeth I and Robert Dudley. Discover how their bond developed against the backdrop of political intrigue and personal trials, from their early years at court to Dudley's pivotal role...

Welcome to an enlightening episode of Talking Tudors, hosted by Natalie Grueninger, featuring historian Leigh Wakefield. Dive into a captivating discussion on the portrayals of Mary, Queen of Scots, shedding light on historical narratives and modern feminist interpretations. Explore Mary’s intriguing life as Wakefield delves into her portrayals in film, novels, and television, comparing them with...

Join host Natalie Grueninger as she welcomes historian and author Philippa Langley to the "Talking Tudors" podcast. This episode dives into Langley's extensive research on the enigmatic disappearance of the Princes in the Tower during Richard III's reign. Discover the meticulous forensic approach Langley employs in the Missing Princes Project, an investigation that questions the long-held beliefs...

In this episode of Talking Tudors, host Natalie Grueninger welcomes Dr. Hetta Howes, a lecturer in medieval literature, to discuss her latest book, 'Poet, Mystic, Widow, Wife: The Extraordinary Lives of Medieval Women'. Delve into the captivating stories of four remarkable women – Marie de France, Julian of Norwich, Christine de Pizan, and Margery Kempe, who challenged the societal norms of their...

Welcome to another episode of 'Talking Tudors' with your host, Natalie Grueninger. The episode delves into the remarkable life of Christine de Pizan, a prolific writer and a pioneering voice for women in literature. Dr. Cooper-Davis guides us through Christine's multifaceted writings, her early life experiences, and her progressive ideas about women's roles in society. Listeners will discover Chri...

Welcome to another journey back to 16th century England with Talking Tudors. In this episode, host Natalie Grueninger explores the compelling tale of the Pole family, joined by historian and author Adam Pennington. Dive into the intriguing saga of Margaret Pole and her family, whose complex relations with the Tudor court reveal the delicate balance of power and loyalty. From Margaret's early years...

Welcome to a new episode of "Talking Tudors," where host Natalie Grueninger engages in a riveting conversation with historian Leigh Wakefield. This episode dives deep into how feminist movements have reshaped portrayals of Catherine Howard, one of the six wives of Henry VIII, in popular culture. Leigh Wakefield shares her extensive research, exploring how depictions of Catherine Howard have evolve...

Welcome to another episode of Talking Tudors, where host Natalie Grueninger delves into the enigmatic history of Katherine Parr's final resting place at Sudeley Castle. This episode features guest Charlotte McCrory, a passionate PhD student researching the tombs of royal women. Together, they explore the complex events leading to Katherine's death and burial. Discover the fascinating backstory of...

Welcome to another captivating episode of Talking Tudors with Natalie Grueninger. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of the Tudor dynasty, focusing on the illustrious Katherine of Aragon. Join us for an insightful discussion as we explore the highlights of Peterborough's Katherine of Aragon Festival with historian and talks curator, Jackson Van Uden. Discover the festival's rich...

Welcome to 'Talking Tudors,' your fortnightly dive into the captivating world of the Tudor dynasty. In this episode, host Natalie Grueninger introduces a special online event 'The Making of a Queen, Anne Boleyn 1501-1522', and expresses gratitude to supporters of the podcast. Natalie welcomes Professor Diane Watt to discuss her book, 'God's Own Gentlewoman: The Life of Margaret Paston', and delves...

Join Natalie Grueninger as she welcomes Dr. Jade Scott to delve into the riveting world of Mary, Queen of Scots. In this episode of Talking Tudors, they explore Dr. Scott's new biography, Captive Queen: The Decrypted History of Mary, Queen of Scots, which unveils the secrets of Mary's life through her extensive correspondence. Listen as they discuss the fascinating discovery of 57 previously unkno...

In this captivating episode of Talking Tudors, host Natalie Grueninger is joined by Giles Keating, the owner and custodian of the historic Athelhampton House in Dorset. Together, they delve into the rich history of this stunning Tudor estate, tracing its origins back to Anglo-Saxon times and exploring its transformation through the centuries. Giles shares fascinating stories about the Martin famil...

Join host Natalie Grueninger in this captivating episode of Talking Tudors as she welcomes author and historian Honor Cargill-Martin to discuss her new children's book, The Six Queens of Henry VIII. Discover how Cargill-Martin, with her rich background in classical archaeology and art history, brings a fresh feminist perspective to the lives of Henry VIII's wives, making Tudor history accessible a...

In this episode of Talking Tudors, host Natalie Grueninger delves into the fascinating ways Elizabeth I publicly honoured her mother, Anne Boleyn, despite the turbulent history surrounding her execution. Joined by Dr. Owen Emerson, a social and cultural historian, the discussion reveals surprising insights into Elizabeth's reign and her efforts to restore Anne's legacy. The conversation begins wit...

Join host Natalie Grueninger on this captivating episode of Talking Tudors as she delves into the intriguing history of Katherine of Aragon's tomb at Peterborough Cathedral with special guest Charlotte McCrory. Charlotte, a passionate historian and PhD candidate, shares her research on the tombs of royal women and how they project dynastic and personal memory over time. Explore the fascinating jou...

Join host Natalie Grueninger in this episode of Talking Tudors as she explores the unique 1502 royal progress of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York with guest Sarah Morris, also known as The Tudor Travel Guide. This journey, unlike any other, was not about pomp and ceremony but rather a personal and intimate voyage through England and Wales. Discover the historical context surrounding this progress,...

Join Natalie Grueninger as she welcomes back Dr. Joanne Paul to the Talking Tudors podcast. In this episode, they delve into the remarkable life and work of Anne Dowriche, (née Edgecombe), an often-overlooked Elizabethan poet and writer. Discover how Dowriche, a clergy wife from a country gentry background, broke barriers by publishing an epic poem, The French Historie, in 1589, a time when female...