Tudors Dynasty & Beyond

This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then you'll appreciate this early 19th century (1818) sentiment. In this episode we will learn about some of Elizabeth's marriage prospects, but primarily those within her realm and what they would do to win her affection. Memoirs of the Court of Que...

Welcome to the first segment in a miniseries on the very much-maligned Queen Mary I of England. Thanks to PhD candidate Johanna Strong for orchestrating this entire series by teaming up with some of the leading researchers in the field. In this episode, our guest is Melita Thomas of Tudor Times. Melita is also a PhD student and will give us fantastic insight into Mary's networks and what that mean...

Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world outside the Tudors with royal history highlights from a variety of centuries.  This week: October 9-15   --  Commercial FREE for patrons !  Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty !  Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandise  --  Credits: Hosted by: Rebecca Larson  Op...

This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then you'll appreciate this early 19th century (1818) sentiment. In this episode we will learn about Elizabeth's succession issues, Mary, Queen of Scots and the trouble with Catherine Grey and the Earl of Hertford. Memoirs of the Court of Queen Eliza...

On this episode of Ask the Expert, Steph is joined by returning guest Dr. Nikki Clark to chat about women in Tudor times. Have you always wanted to know something female-specific? What was it like to be a woman in the 16th century? Find out that and more in this episode! Commercial FREE for patrons ! Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty ! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandis...

Welcome to the first episode for This Week in Royal History. While I still work out the layout of this segment, I hope you enjoy this content that allows you to explore before, through, and past the Tudors. -- Commercial FREE for patrons! Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandise -- Credits: Narrated by: Rebecca Larson Researched by: Cara Za...

This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then you'll appreciate this early 19th century (1818) sentiment. Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth (Public Domain) -- Commercial FREE for patrons! Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandis...

This is a special Hands-On History episode with our host, Heather Darsie. Heather was fortunate enough to be in London after the death of Queen Elizabeth, and she shares with us her experiences of this sad historical event. All episodes on Patreon are commercial-free for my patrons! -- Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty ! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandise Love the show...

This season I'll tell you the story written by Lucy Aikin (1781-1864) called Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth. If you are a fan of Elizabeth I then you'll appreciate this early 19th century (1818) sentiment. Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth (Public Domain) -- Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandise Want a commercial-free expe...

As this podcast continues to evolve, I decided this season, I would do my very first themed season. Queens! We'll learn about a marvelous collection of queens from various guests. In addition, I'll be narrating a story about the court of Queen Elizabeth, and we'll have a special mini-series on Queen Mary I. Today we look at the fantastic story of Henrietta Maria, wife of King Charles I, with histo...

Lacey Bonar Hull returns for the second installment in a two-part episode on the princes in the Tower. For the first time on this show we have all three experts here to discuss and debate this hot topic. Dr Nicola Tallis, (Margaret Beaufort) Matthew Lewis (Richard III) and Nathen Amin (Henry VII) on history's best whodunnit! -- Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty ! Sh...

On this #AtE Steph is joined by Elizabeth Norton, author of Bessie Blount: Mistress to Henry VIII , to discuss the intriguing life of one of Henry VIII's favorite mistresses. This episode will open your mind to a Bessie we seldom hear about. -- Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty ! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandise Love the show and want to show your support? Become a p...

The music of the Tudors lends a hint into the personality and character of its composer. Henry VIII was known as quite the musician, and Anne Boleyn was said to have the voice of a siren. On this HoH, Heather chats with Jay Britton, founder of The Tudor Songbook - a classically trained soprano with a passion for Tudor History. All episodes on Patreon are commercial-free for my patrons! -- Love the...

Steph returns for Ask the Expert with guest Lauren Bergreen to discuss the topic of his new book, In Search of a Kingdom . This book is: an exploration narrative of Queen Elizabeth’s favorite pirate, Sir Francis Drake, whose mastery of the seas changed the course of history—as a pirate raiding Spanish galleons, as the first explorer to successfully circumnavigate the globe, and as a naval hero who...

Lacey Bonar Hull returns with a two-part episode on the princes in the Tower. For the first time on this show we have all three experts here to discuss and debate this hot topic. Dr Nicola Tallis, (Margaret Beaufort) Matthew Lewis (Richard III) and Nathen Amin (Henry VII) on history's best whodunnit! -- Credits: Hosted by: Lacey Bonar Hull - Twitter Guest: Dr. Nicola Tallis, Matthew Lewis, and Nat...

Christine Morgan joins us for her final installment on the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. This episode, the last in the series, takes a deep look at what we saw, what it meant, and what we can hope for in the future. Christine's theater experience has given a perspective on the series you couldn't find anywhere else. We are so grateful she offered to do it. We hope you enjoyed this journey thro...

Elizabeth Woodville left her mark on history as queen consort of King Edward IV. Her sister Catherine, on the other hand, became a figure in the shadows. In this Ask the Expert, Steph chats with historian and author Susan Higginbotham, about a figure you may not know much about, but you should. Catherine Woodville. Sister of a queen, wife of a Tudor, mother of treason - you won't want to miss her...

After a week off from Becoming Elizabeth, we were all ready for Episode 7. Christine joins us again this week and gives us the ins and out of what we watched. Strap in for a wild ride through history! -- Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandise Love the show and want to show your support? Become a patron on Patreon!  Credits: Voiced by: Chr...

While it’s been some time since this episode first aired, the drama surrounding the Boleyn sisters has not changed. Take a listen to historian Christine Morgan and I revisit a chat about two women who have captivated our imaginations for centuries - The Sisters Boleyn. From the May 2019 archives. -- Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty ! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandise...

In this episode of HoH, Heather chats with Dr. Alexander Lawrence Ames. Dr. Ames is the Associate Curator at the Rosenbach Museum & Library in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Rosenbach creates programs and exhibitions inspired by a collection of nearly 400,000 rare books, manuscripts, and fine and decorative arts objects, including some of the best-known literary and historical objects in the...

In this episode, a friend to the show Dr. James Taffe joins us to discuss one of the most intriguing women in Tudor history, Lady Jane Grey. Sit back and listen to his wonderful research on the woman who has captured our imaginations for centuries.  Read Article Credits: Hosted by: Dr. James Taffee - Twitter Written by: Dr. James Taffee  Editing: Rebecca Larson Voice Over: David Black Mu...

The most wonderful Christine Morgan joins is back to give her brilliant insight into episode six of the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. Christine's background in theater and on the stage gives her an eye for details you may not have noticed. As usual, Christine gives us amazing insight that you will not get anywhere else. This episode....the end of Thomas Seymour. Love the Tudors? Read the stori...

Lacey Bonar Hull returns for the next installment of her Rumors and Gossip mini-series for us. This episode focuses on the rumors surrounding our favorite Virgin Queen, Elizabeth I. Dr. Joanne Paul and Dr. Linda Porter join Lacey to discuss the topic. Was there a secret love child between Elizabeth and Robert? Tune in to hear the answer to that question and many more! -- Credits: Hosted by: Lacey...

This week Christine is out with "the plague", but like the rockstar that she is, found the energy to write down her thoughts. To guest host for Christine this week we have a wonderful friend of the show and fellow podcaster. You may or may not already know her from her show, Queens Podcast - Katy is here! So here is Christine's recap of episode 5 of Starz's Becoming Elizabeth. -- Love the Tudors?...

On this Ask the Expert, Steph chats with author Joanna Hickson about the woman who adapted to everything, Joan (Vaux) Guildford. Joan is often only referred to as "Mother Guildford", governess of both Margaret and Mary Tudor - daughters of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York. -- Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty ! Shop Tudors Dynasty Merchandise Love the show and want t...