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What caused the juxtaposition from bedmate to power player?

Monarchs in medieval Europe had extraconjugal sexual partners. What about the Tudors? Why was it only in France that a royal mistress could become a political power player? 

This unique episode of All Things Tudor explores this phenomenon with Drs Tracy and Christine Adams, and we take a look at how a special place at court was developed for the royal mistress. 

A new way of political influence developed - in the form of an intelligent, charismatic woman - one who usually became the royal mistress. Diane de Poitiers is a prime example of this power player. 

This podcast will appeal to anyone interested in the history of women and royalty, gender studies, and Anne Boleyn.

Dr Tracy Adams is Professor of French in the School of Cultures, Languages and Linguistics at the University of Auckland. She is the author of three books, including Christine de Pizan and the Fight for France, also published by Penn State University Press.

Dr Christine Adams is Professor of History at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. She is the author or co-editor of four books, including A Taste for Comfort and Status: A Bourgeois Family in Eighteenth-Century France, also published by Penn State University Press.

Special thanks to Penn State University for supplying their book to me for this podcast.

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Produced by Rockwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams, Rockwood Audio, U.K. Music developed by Rockwood. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, historian Kirstie Dean, author of On the Trail of Richard III joins Deb to take a deep dive into the Wars of the Roses and examine the question...what if Richard III would've won the Battle of Bosworth?

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Production by Rockwood Studios, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams. Music developed by Rockwood. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter.

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Produced by Rockwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams, Rockwood Audio, U.K. Music developed by Rockwood. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter.

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In today's episode of All Things Tudor, Dr Valerie Schutte joins Deb to discuss the multi-faceted Queen Mary I. If you want to know more about England's first Queen Regnant, this episode is for you! Has any other member of the Tudor Dynasty been surrounded by so many myths and legends, all at the same time? What were her strengths and weaknesses as queen? Find out by listening to this insightful conversation.

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Produced by Rokkwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams. Music developed by Rokkwod. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter.

Written by Deb Hunter and Dr Valerie Schutte.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, the fascinating and provocative life of Lady Margaret Douglas is discussed by Deborah Roil and Melita Thomas, the powerhouses behind Tudor Times. A niece to Henry VIII, the grandmother of James I & VI, she lead a calculated life of intrigue, mystery and adventure.

If you want to know more about Mary Queen of Scots and her liaison with Lord Darnley, this episode is for you!

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Produced by Rokkwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams. Music developed by Rockwood. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter.

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In the inaugural episode of All Things Tudor, Deb chats with historian, podcaster and legend Dan Snow about his love of history, knowledge of the Tudor era, and more...including his Antarctica expedition. You’ll want to give this a listen!

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Written by Deb Hunter and Dan Snow. Produced by Ben Williams, Rokkwood Studios, UK. 

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After years of conflict under Plantagenet rule, England finally began a peaceful reign under Henry VII. Or did it? Best selling author Nathen Amin explores the first Tudor king and his ancestors, the Beauforts, in this lively conversation about how the Tudors rose to power under the Tudors . 

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In this very special edition of All Things Tudor, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb joins Deb to discuss the importance of the month of January in the lives of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, as well as the many milestone dates in the Tudor dynasty. 

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Written by Deb Hunter and Professor Suzannah Lipscomb. Produced by Ben Williams of Rokkwood Studios, UK. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter. This episode previously launched on January 4, 2022.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Deb chats with Matt Lewis about the chess game of power from the Plantagenets to the Tudors. Matt takes us on a journey weaving in King Richard III, the Princes in the Tower, the Wars of the Roses, Shakespeare and Elizabeth I - providing insight into historical events that shaped the emergence of the Tudors.

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History Hit, Gone Medieval: https://play.acast.com/s/gone-medieval

Twitter: @MattLewisAuthor

Written by Deb Hunter and Matthew Lewis. Produced by Rokkwood Studios, UK. This episode was produced by Ben Williams. Music by Rokkwodd. Cover design by The Happy Colour Studio, UK. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter. 

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‘We must not let in daylight upon magic’ In this very Special Edition of All Things Tudor, Tracy Borman speaks with Deb about the history of the British monarchy and the impact of the Tudor dynasty. (She also brings new insight into the newly discovered Anne Boleyn falcon.) Tracy is a best selling Tudor author, historian and broadcaster. She is joint Chief Curator at Historic Royal Palaces. Her latest book, Crown & Sceptre: A New History of the British Monarchy is now available. 

Connect with Tracy: Twitter: @TracyBorman

Website: http://www.tracyborman.co.uk/

Written by Tracy Borman and Deb Hunter. Produced by Ben Williams, Rokkwood Studios, UK. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, author, historian and Hampton Court Palace expert Siobhan Clarke examines how Elizabeth I wielded power with a sublimely crafted image. The 'Cult of Gloriana' was a movement in which authors, musicians, and artists - among them Shakespeare and Spenser - helped exalt the queen to the status of a virgin goddess. 

Her image was widely owned and distributed, thanks to the expansion of printing. The English excelled in miniature painting which allowed courtiers to carry a likeness of their sovereign.

Ms Clarke's book, Gloriana: Elizabeth I and the Art of Queenship written with Linda Collins, tells the story of Elizabethan art as a powerful device for royal magnificence and propaganda.

***This episode is sponsored by the Tennessee Performing Arts Center***

Produced by Rokkwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams. Music developed by Rokkwood. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K.  Written by Deb Hunter and Siobhan Clarke.

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In this show, author and historian Gemma Hollman joins Deb in a lively discussion regarding Philipa of Hainault and Alice Perrers - the Queen and the mistress of King Edward III, in a time long before the Tudors.

The stories of the women are so diametrically opposed yet they shared many common traits and interests. Their stories bring to light many of the powerful women and the struggles faced by females; royals and commoners alike.

Gemma Hollman is the author of The Queen and the Mistress (Nov 2022) and Royal Witches. She is a medievalist and women's history enthusiast. Runs runs the Just History Posts blog and is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society.

Twitter: @GemmaHAuthor

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Produced by Rokkwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams, Rokkwood Audio, U.K. Music developed by Rokkwod. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. 

Written by Deb Hunter and Gemma Hollman.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Tudor musician and historian Tamsin Lewis discusses how the Tudors used music during the Christmas Holidays and beyond. You’ll recognize Tamsin for her work with Lucy Worsley on ‘12 Days of Tudor Christmas’, TudorFest 2021 and more. 

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, two queens from SIX Gerianne Perez (Catherine of Aragon) and Zan Berube (Anne Boleyn) join Deb to let us know what history looks like under the limelight. If you love the musical SIX, this podcast is for you. 

GERIANNE PÉREZ (Catherine Of Aragon)

Gerianne is thrilled to be inaugurated into the SIX Queendom! Favorite credits: In Transit (Broadway), Waitress (Tour/Broadway), Vocalosity (Tour). Television: “Law and Order.” Proud graduate of NYU. Unending thanks to BRS/Gage, the SIX team, and my family, without whom this would not be possible. And for my fellow Queens out there: please remember to be unapologetically you. Everyone else is taken. ¡Sigue! @gerianne.perez

ZAN BERUBE (Anne Boleyn)

Zan is thrilled to be making “herstory” in her North American Tour debut! BFA University of Michigan. A huge thank you to Alex and everyone at KMR, Tara Rubin Casting, and the entire SIX team. Endless love and gratitude to my family, friends, AD & UK and my incredible Mom and Dad for their never-ending support. www.zanberube.com 

SHOW INFO. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix 500 years of historical heartbreak into a euphoric celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! 

The hit musical SIX by Tony Award®-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss will make its Nashville premiere at Tennessee Performing Arts Center’s Jackson Hall Feb. 21-26, 2023. Tickets: www.TPAC.org

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Dr Emma Cahill Marron joins Deb in an intriguing discussion of Catherine of Aragon as you've never imagined her. Catherine, born to be a queen, was also a patron of the arts and culture. Dr Cahill brings Catherine of Aragon alive in the discussion. Dr Cahill Marron is an art and cultural historian. Over the last decade, she has published extensively about the cultural and artistic relations between the Tudor dynasty and the Spanish Monarch. Her study showed that as Queen of England, she was a patron of the arts that played a pivotal role in the introduction of Renaissance and Humanism into the court she presided over.  Dr Cahill Marron is currently developing research linking female patrons and women artists in Tudor England that aims to show the continuity in this practice between Queen Catherine and her daughter Queen Mary I. 

Twitter: @EmmaLCahill

Production by Rokkwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams. Music developed by Rokkwood Audio. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. 

Written by Deb Hunter and Dr Cahill Marron.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor and the ongoing discussion of Tudors history, Alicia Mintz-superstar podcaster of Trashy Divorces-joins Deb for a sparkly discussion of the six wives of Henry VIII. They were all such unique personalities, and they are still relevant as witnessed by the breakout success of SIX, the Musical. Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Jane Seymour, Anne of Cleves, Katherine Howard and Catherine Parr have become part of our collective consciousness, each of the women have their own distinctive voice and they are not only history, they are now part of pop culture.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Dr Steven Reid and Anne Dulau join Deb as they discuss the charismatic Mary, Queen of Scots. Why has she captivated us, what was her role in the history of Scotland and England, and how was she entwined with Tudor history? 

Why is Mary such a figure of endless debate and fascination, and what does that say about Scotland's ever-evolving relationship with the 'daughter of debate'?  Mary Queen of Scots was an active ruler of Scotland for just six years (1561-1567) yet her reign has attracted more attention and debate than that of any other monarch in Scottish History. Catch The Hunterian exhibit that explores the life and afterlife of Mary, and take the free Future Learn course.

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This course will provide an overview of Mary's life, reign and legacy. It begins with an overview of renaissance and reformation Scotland, and its relationships with Catholic Europe and its closest neighbour England. It then looks in depth at Mary's life - her time in France as the French Queen, her Scottish reign, and her period of imprisonment and execution in England. Finally, it will look at Mary's cultural afterlife and memorialization.  

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Production by Rokkwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams. Music developed by Rokkwood. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter. Written by Deb Hunter, Dr Steven Reid and Anne Dulau.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Lacy Baugher Miles, entertainment editor of Paste Magazine returns to the show to examine the latest twists and turns, plots and schemes of Catherine de Medici and the French Court following the horrendous jousting accident of King Henri II. 

The Serpent Queen is a drama television series based on the history of the life of Catherine de' Medici, the 16th century Queen of France and mother-in-law of Mary Queen of Scots - hence its involvement with Tudor history. Catherine is portrayedd by actress Samantha Morton. 

The series was created by Justin Haythe and is based on the book Catherine de Medici: Renaissance Queen of France by Leonie Frieda. 

Twitter: @LacyMB

Production by Rokkwood Audio. This episode was produced by Ben Williams. Music developed by Rokkwood Audio. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter. Written by Deb Hunter.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Dr Nicola Tallis enthralls us with her vast knowledge of one of the most controversial figures in Tudor history - Margaret Beaufort, the mother of Henry VII. As the mother of the first Tudor king, she set standards of moarchy still observed today and more. 

Twitter: @NicolaTallis

Produced by Rokkwood Audio, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams, Rokkwood Audio, U.K. Music developed by Rokkwood. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter. Written by Deb Hunter and Nicola Tallis.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Dr Joanne Paul joins Deb to discuss the Dudleys, and her new book, The House of Dudley.

They were never far from the epicenter of power in Tudor England. From Henry VII and Edmund Dudley, Dr Joanne Paul traces the roller coaster ride of this charismatic family throughout the Tudor dynasty. Each generation found a way to stay relevant at the Tudor Court and use a cat like finesse to always land on their feet, often at the cost of losing their heads. The ever mysterious relationship of Elizabeth I and the Earl of Leicester is a prime example of how they played with power. 

Twitter: @Joanne_Paul_ 

Produced by Rokkwood Studios, U.K. This episode was produced by Ben Williams, Rokkwood Audio. Music developed by Rokkwood. Cover art by The Happy Colour Studio, U.K. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter. Written by Deb Hunter and Dr Joanne Paul.

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, the curators of The Met Museum, discuss the exhibit The Tudors: Art and Majesty in Renaissance England. Exhibition co-curator Elizabeth Cleland and co-curator Adam Eaker join Deb to review this experience.

On view at The Met from October 10, 2022, to January 8, 2023, The Tudors: Art and Majesty in Renaissance England will trace the transformation of the arts under the Tudor dynastic rule through more than 100 objects—including iconic portraits, spectacular tapestries, manuscripts, sculpture, and armor—from both the Museum collection and international lenders. 

Special thanks to Jennifer Isakowitz.

Twitter: @metmuseum

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Professsor Susan Doran discusses what shaped the destiny of Eliizabeth I and, against all odds, the queen became one of the greatest monarchs in English history. The determination she portrayed could possibly be her greatest inheritance from her mother and her Boleyn family.

This concludes the series of podcasts with the historians featured in The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family.

Twitter: @SueDora26898513

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In this educational episode of All Things Tudor, Dr Elizabeth Norton joins Deb to discuss the historical ceremonial events of Septemebr 8-19. The world has watched the protocol surrounding Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and the accession of King Charles III. Dr Norton helps us better understand the British system of commerations. 

Twitter: @ENortonHistory

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In this special episode of All Things Tudor, Lacey Baugher Milas - Editor for Paste Magazine - recaps the first episode of The Serpent Queen, the Starz drama which relays the story of the life of Catherine de Medici. 

Twitter: @lacyMB

In this episode of All Things Tudor, Dr Elizabeth Norton-featured in The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family, discusses the misunderstood and tragic life of George Boleyn, brother of Anne Boleyn.

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For mature audiences only.  In this episode of All Things Tudor, NYT best selling author Leanda de Lisle strips bare the myths and legends of the Tudors, the Boleyns, and gives a peek into the minutiae of the big or small details regarding Henry VIIIs choice of sword for the execution of Queen Anne Boleyn.  

Twitter: @LeandadeLisle

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In this very special episode of All Things Tudor, historical expert Dr Linda Porter reveals ten things about the Boleyn family, both the real family and the PBS TV series. 

Twitter: DrLindaPorter1

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, historical experts Matt Lewis and Nathen Amin join Deb to debate the events and strategies of the Battle of Bosworth. Richard III and Henry Tudor clashed in the fight for the English throne with the Plantagenet Dynasty giving way to the Tudor/Lancastrian claim. This is a must listen podcast! 

Twitter:  @MattLewisAuthor @NathenAmin

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Revealed in this special episode of All Things Tudor, historians Drs Lauren MacKay, Estelle Parnaque & Gareth Russell join Deb to talk about the series The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family which premieres on PBS in the US on August 28th. 

Listen now for insight into one of history's most intriguing & ambitious families, and the historian's own part in shaping the show.

Twitter: Dr Lauren MacKay @Regina_Saba Dr Estelle Paranque @DrEstellePrnq Gareth Russell @garethrussell1

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, historian Vanessa Braganza joins Deb to discuss the recently discovered ciphers of Catherine of Aragon that were designed by Hans Holbien.

Twitter: @VanessaBraganza Website: https://vmbraganza.wixsite.com/home2 Instagram: @therarebookdetective

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, the fascinating life, marriages, wealth and influence of Bess of Hardwick-the original girl power, is discussed by Deborah Roil and Melita Thomas, the powerhouses behind Tudor Times.

Twitter: @TheTudorTimes

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, author Tony Riches disccuses the legend vs the reality of Tudor adventurer, courtier, explorer and poet, Sir Walter Raleigh. Tony's latest novel, Raleigh – Tudor Adventurer, journeys into the story of the man known as the last true Elizabethan.

Twitter: @tonyriches

You'll want to catch this episode of All Things Tudor as award winning historian and author Jessie Childs discusses key points in her career - writing about people of the Tudor era, and how it's now taken her into what happened after the Tudors. 

Twitter: @childs_jessie

Written by Jessie Childs & Deb Hunter

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The Tyranny of Henry VIII with Jackson van Uden

In this episode of All Things Tudor, historian-educator-podcaster Jackson van Uden discusses the reign of Henry VIII and the king's tyranical nature. Take a deep dive into the many dates that mark Henry's despotic actions during his reign.

Twitter: @historywjackson

In this episode of All Things Tudor, Dr Estelle Paranque explores the complex relationship and eerie similarities between two of the most powerful women of the time - Elizabeth I and Catherine de Medici. Her book, 'Blood, Fire and Gold: The story of Elizabeth I and Catherine de Medici' investigates these two women, their legendary lives and the era in which they yielded immense power in the world.  

Twitter: @DrEstellePrnq

In this episode of All Things Tudor, Deb chats with author Jan-Marie Knights about her book The Tudor Socialite. Jan-Marie explains the Tudor Monarchs and their lifestyle choices along with how it would be for a wealthy courtier to spend a day at the Tudor court. This is a must listen for anyone who loves court gossip!

In this episode of All Things Tudor, Helen Carr joins Deb Hunter to discuss the life of John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster, an English royal prince, military leader, and statesman. He was the son of King Edward III of England, and the father of King Henry IV. His royal origin, advantageous marriages, and land ownership made him one of the richest and most influential men of his era. 

As founder of the royal House of Lancaster his best-known descendants are the Tudors. Find out more about the life of this fascinating man and the book written by Helen, the best-selling The Red Prince: John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster, listed in the U.K.'s Times and Sunday Times best books of 2021. 

Twitter: @HelenhCarr

In this episode of All Things Tudor award winning author and historian Sarah Gristwood reveals the way courtly love made and marred the Tudor dynasty. From Henry VIII declaring himself as the ‘loyal and most assured servant’ of Anne Boleyn to the poems lavished on Elizabeth I by her suitors, along with the secrets of Elizabeth and Dudley, Sarah and Deb discuss the many ways courtly love shaped this iconic dynasty. 

Written by Sarah Gristwood and Deb Hunter

Twitter: @sarahgristwood

All Things Tudor welcomes Anya Reiss, the Executive Producer of Becoming Elizabeth - now on STARZ!  The show is the fascinating, untold story of the early life of England’s iconic Queen Elizabeth I. The queen you know-the girl you don't.  Ms Reiss is one of the U.K.'s most brilliant writers. She bumps up the excitement of the long awaited show of a young Elizabeth I by answering questions about all things Becoming Elizabeth. 

Twitter: @anya_reiss @BecomingStarz

In this episode of All Things Tudor, the legendary writer Alison Weir discusses her latest novel: Elizabeth of York The Last White Rose. She brings to light the relationship between Elizabeth and her uncle, Richard III and their purposed marriage plans, as well as the Princes in the Tower - the brothers of Elizabeth of York. 

You can catch Alison Weir in person at the Chalke Valley History Festival in June 2022.

Episode written by Alison Weir and Deb Hunter

Twitter: @AlisonWeirBooks

In this episode of All Things Tudor, we investigate the drama behind the sibling rivalry of the Tudors with Dr Linda Porter. Dr Porter brings new insight into this rarely discussed topic. 

Twitter: DrLindaPorter1

On the anniversary of Anne Boleyn's death, All Things Tudor chats with professional opera singer Jay Britton - The Tudor Songbook. Step back in time experience history through the ears of the Tudors. Jay specializes in historical performances in full Tudor costumes and combines her passion for history with her musical training to bring Tudor and Elizbethan music to life. 

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, the early life of Anne Boleyn and her time at Hever Castle are discussed with Alison Palmer, Head Curator of Hever Castle and Kate McCaffrey, Assistant Historian. This show is for you if you enjoy the life of the enigmatic Anne Boleyn. 

Twitter: @HeverCastle @KateMcCaffrey

Author Franny Moyle reveals ten things from the life and times of painter Hans Holbein and his work with the Tudors that will intrigue us.

Connect with Franny: Twitter: @FrannyMoyle

In this episode of All Things Tudor, Samantha Rees - the owner of Tudor Royalty Experience & Tudor Queens Wardrobe shares secrets of Tudor clothing and costumes, and even how to be a Tudor Royal for a day, or two!

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Author Franny Moyle discusses her book, The King's Painter: The Life and Times of Hans Holbein, and why the life and times of the Tudors are so vividly presented to us via his art.

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Meilan Solly, History editor at the Smithsonian Magazine gives us the Tudor Ten: 10 Things That Will Surprise Us About Mary Queen of Scots. 

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In this episode of All things Tudor, Dr James Wright of Triskele Heritage talks us through the ritual marks, symbols and superstitions of the Tudors. He explains the homes they were used in, why they were used and the cultural anxiety that fueled these mysterious markings. 

Twitter: @jpwarchaeology

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Deb chat with Dr Norman Jones, Professor of History, emeritus - Tudor History and Theology, and Terence Hawkins, the founder of the prestigious Yale Writer's Conference. They discuss the launch of the new All Things Tudor Magazine - a journal/magazine for those who love all things Tudor history, literature and historical fiction. You will want to be in the know on this one!

Find Terence at: @yalewriters www.Terence-hawkins.com

Norm can be found at most, if not all, of the prestigious Tudor academic sites!

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In this All Things Tudor episode, Meilan Solly discusses the many marriages, loves and possible dalliances of Mary Queen Of Scots. Meilan Solly is the Smithsonian Magazine Associate Editor of History and shares her keen insight into this tragic queen and her unfortunate love life.  Connect with Meilan: Website: meilansolly.com Twitter: @meilansolly

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Alison Palmer, the Head Curator of Hever Castle, chats about the new Anne Boleyn exhibit called Becoming Anne: Connections, Culture, Court.

Join in as we learn more about England's most enigmatic Queen.  

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In this episode of All Things Tudor, Gemma Hollman, author of Royal Witches discusses Elizabeth Woodville - The White Queen - and mother of Elizabeth of York, the Queen of Henry VII. She engagingly discusses the rumors of witchcraft that surround Elizabeth Woodville and her mother, Jacquetta, Countess Rivers.

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On today's All Things Tudor episode, Deb is joined by the charismatic historian Dan Jones. He is the New York Times bestselling author of The Templars, The Plantagenets, The Wars of the Roses and now Powers and Thrones. They discuss dysfunctional historic families - such as the Plantagenets and Tudors, his newest books, as well as Dan's Friday afternoon Facebook chats - among other things.You'll definitely enjoy this one! 

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Written by Deb Hunter and Dan Jones. Produced by Ben Williams, Rokkwood Studios, UK. Voiceovers by Paul Hunter.

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