Talking Tudors

Feb 08 2025 100 ep. 45 mins 1.1k
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A podcast for lovers of Tudor history.

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Episode 280 - Portrayals & Popular Perceptions of Mary, Queen of Scots with Leigh Wakefield

Feb 08 2025 44 mins  
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, co

Episode 279 - The Princes in the Tower with Philippa Langley

Feb 02 2025 53 mins  
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 lo

Episode 278 - Women Writers of Medieval Times with Dr Hetta Howes

Jan 25 2025 42 mins  
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 societ

Episode 277 - The Life and Works of Christine de Pizan with Dr Charlotte Cooper-Davis

Jan 18 2025 38 mins  
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 wi

Episode 276 - The Rise and Fall of the Pole Family with Adam Pennington

Jan 11 2025 62 mins  
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 Margar

Episode 275 - Feminism's Influence on Portrayals of Catherine Howard with Leigh Wakefield

Dec 31 2024 51 mins  
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 Ho

Episode 274 - The Final Resting Place of Katherine Parr with Charlotte McCrory

Dec 16 2024 37 mins  
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 fascinati

Episode 273 - The Katherine of Aragon Festival with Jackson van Uden

Dec 08 2024 28 mins  
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

Episode 272 - The Life and Letters of Margaret Paston with Professor Diane Watt

Dec 03 2024 40 mins  
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 Pas

Episode 271 - Mary, Queen of Scots: A Captivating Journey Through Her Letters with Dr Jade Scott

Nov 27 2024 62 mins  
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