After many years of dreaming this day would come, I am finally off to England! In this episode, Mell and I discuss my upcoming trip, what I'm looking forward to and what you should expect from me during my time there. -- Commercial-free episodes Find me on YouTube! -- Hosts: Rebecca Larson & Mell Taylor --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/support ..read more

Today I am joined by Sharon Bennett Connolly to talk about some amazing women who shaped the Tudor world - and maybe we also make mention at what a tool Henry VIII was, too. Buy: Heroines of the Tudor World -- Looking for commercial-free? Love to read about the Tudors? -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Sharon Bennett Connolly --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/support ..read more

Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world of royal history from one century to another - stopping on events that may interest you. In this episode, we look at the week of June 10-16 and focus on a few interesting stories, including: Anne Neville Henry VIII weds Katherine of Aragon Death of Marie de Guise Death of Æthelflæd The capture of the Tower of London King John signs the Magna Carta Edward the Black Prince Henry Fitzroy Elizabeth Knollys John de la Pole Edward I Mary, Queen of Scots ⁠Commercial ⁠⁠FREE ⁠for patrons! ⁠ Love the Tudors? Read the stories of ..read more

Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world of royal history from one century to another - stopping on events that may interest you. In this episode, we look at the week of June 3-9 and focus on a few interesting stories, including: Philippa of England Edmund of Langley Edmund Crouchback Louis X of France Charles V Enters London Anne of Bohemia Louis XIV of France marries Maria Teresa of Spain -- ⁠Commercial ⁠⁠FREE ⁠⁠for patrons! ⁠ Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on ⁠⁠⁠Tudors Dynasty⁠⁠!⁠ -- Credits: Hosted by: Rebecca Larson Edited by: Rebecca La ..read more

In this episode, we delve into the intriguing story of Henry VIII, known for his robust health and love of physical activities, and his trusted physician, Thomas Wendy. Discover Wendy's rise from humble beginnings to serving three Tudor monarchs on their deathbeds. Join us as we explore the lives of one of England's most iconic kings and his dedicated doctor. -- Commercial FREE for ⁠patrons⁠! Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on ⁠Tudors Dynasty⁠! -- Credits: Host: ⁠Rebecca Larson⁠ Edited by: ⁠Rebecca Larson ⁠ Voice Over: David Black Music: Ketsa, Alexande ..read more

Today, Dr. Nikki Clark joins me to discuss the ladies who served the Tudor queens. This fascinating topic attracts much interest, and we delve into everything from who these women were to how they were appointed and what roles they played. The Waiting Game: The Untold Story of the Women Who Served the Tudor Queens -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Dr. Nicola "Nikki" Clark --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/support ..read more

Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world of royal history from one century to another - stopping on events that may interest you. In this episode, we look at the week of May 26-June 1 and focus on a few interesting stories, including: Anne Boleyn Charles II Jane Seymour John Beaufort, Duke of Somerset Catherine of Lancaster Thomas Howard, 4th Duke of Norfolk -- ⁠Commercial ⁠⁠FREE ⁠⁠for patrons! ⁠ Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on ⁠⁠⁠Tudors Dynasty⁠⁠! ⁠ -- Credits: Hosted by: Rebecca Larson Edited by: Rebecca Larson Opening Music: Light and Breez ..read more

Of all the families of the Tudor era, the Seymours are the ones who sat closest to the throne. Jane Seymour became the third wife of Henry VIII and their son, Edward became the sixth king by that name. In this episode I look at the origins of the Seymour family and discuss not only their ambitious nature but give a bit of insight into my research on not only the family but Thomas Seymour as well. Click here for a commercial-free experience! Learn more about the Tudors -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/message Su ..read more

Guess who's back!? It's Dr. Emma! Today we discuss a topic that is a culmination of all her episodes on art history. Today, we discuss the role of women in the distribution of art, and it's another eye-opener! Links: Exhibit at the Prado Museum Exhibition Itinerary -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Dr. Emma Cahill Marron --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/support ..read more

Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we're exploring the world of royal history from one century to another - stopping on events that may be of interest to you. In this episode, we look at the week of May 20-May 26 and focus on a few interesting stories, including:  Henry VI of England and France Philip II of Spain David I of Scotland Lambert Simnel --  ⁠Commercial ⁠⁠FREE ⁠⁠for patrons! ⁠  Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on ⁠⁠⁠Tudors Dynasty⁠⁠⁠!  --  Credits:  Hosted by: Rebecca Larson  Edited by: Rebecca Larson  Op ..read more