An Independent History Podcast, in which we discuss historical events, persons, books and why history is relevant today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tudornotes Podcast is a collection of interviews with and about people who chose alternative ways of learning and those who reshape the education system. Tudor Tarlev, the show host, is an entrepreneur on a mission to serve 1.7 billion people.
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When British radio listeners voted William Shakespeare their "British Person of the Millennium," the honor was entirely understandable. Shakespeare and his works are woven throughout not only English-speaking culture, but global culture. As you'll hear in this series of podcasts, Shakespeare turns up in the most interesting places--not just literature and the stage, but science and social history as well. Join us for this "no limits" podcast tour of the fascinating and varied connections bet ...
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! It is our great pleasure to announce our next guest, the legendary Dan Jones. We’re going to talk about his new book - Henry V and the life and times of this great warrior king. How did Henry survive being struck with an arrow in his face, when most would perish from such a wound? What lessons of ki…
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Eating with the Tudors with Brigitte Webster
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today our guest is Brigitte Webster, and she’s going to tell us all about her book, published with Pen & Sword. She will tell us about the Tudors’ relationship with their food: what they ate, what they drank, and how it is different from our attitude towards food today. Brigitte lives in a 16th cent…
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1666: Plague, War and Hellfire with Rebecca Rideal
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! I am delighted to introduce today’s guest, Rebecca Rideal and we’re going to talk about her book '1666: Plague, War and Hellfire', which is particularly relevant due to the recent anniversary of the Great Fire of London. Let's dive into the history of the mid-1660's and see not only why The Plague, …
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The Battle of Bannockburn: The Legacy with Callum Watson
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This is the final in our trilogy of episodes regarding the great battle of Bannockburn, which happened in June 1314, when the might of England could not defeat the Scottish army. This is one of the most famous battles in Scottish history. In our previous episodes we spoke of the leaders of the opposing armies, as well as of the battle itself, in al…
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Today is our 1 year anniversary, we published our very first episode exactly a year ago! Also, this is our 70th episode! Another milestone. It is our absolute honour to introduce today’s guest, Dr Elizabeth Norton. She is a renowned historian, she has published many books on the Tudors, and recently she was the historical consultant for the new fil…
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today I am delighted to present to you our interview with Anne Sebba, the author of That Woman: Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor - the first biography of the infamous duchess that was written by ...a woman. Wallis Simpson was the American divorcée for whom Edward VIII had abdicated his throne …
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today we have a historian and podcaster Jackson van Uden of the 'History with Jackson' fame as our guest. We’ll be talking all things Bosworth. Find Jackson here: https://historywithjackson.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/historywithjackson/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxXh8pNeS7gdE377kgrNOIw …
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Elizabeth I's Historical Hinge with Carol Ann Lloyd
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! The historian Carol Ann Lloyd is back on the podcast to talk about her new book ‘Courting the Virgin Queen: Elizabeth I and Her Suitors’. We examine Elizabeth’s Historical Hinge choices, and see why she swiped left…on almost all of them. The new book is released by Pen & Sword Publishing. Find Carol…
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to If It Ain't Baroque... your independent history podcast. As a special treat, today we have an episode about a new musical called ‘Wallis’, currently performing to high acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It tells us a story of a famous royal pair - Wallis Simpson and the soon-to-be-…
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Champion of English Freedom with Robin Eagles
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Today we present to you our interview with Robin Eagles, who has recently written a book for Amberley Publishing, titled "Champion of English Freedom: The Life of John Wilkes, M.P. and Lord Mayor of London". John Wilkes was a very important figure in 18th century politics, and within the same lifetime he managed to be a Member of the British Parlia…
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We're absolutely delighted to have a chat with historian Dr Joanne Paul. She has written one of the best history books of the last few years - called House of Dudley, which tells us the story of this family and their connection to the crown in the 16th century. Dr Joanne Paul was also the historical advisor on the new Amazon Prime show My Lady Jane…
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This is the second in our trilogy of episodes regarding the great battle of Bannockburn, which happened in June 1314, when the might of England could not defeat the Scottish rebels. This is one of the most famous battles in Scottish history. In our previous episode we spoke of the leaders of the opposing armies - Robert the Bruce and Edward II. You…
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We have a great guest with us today, author Jessica Cox, who has written a book called Confinement, which tells us about all the difficulties faced by pregnant women back in Victorian times. Would your child come out of the navel? What were the mortality rates? Was there any child support in Britain at the time? And how did the most important woman…
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The historian Chris Riley, is back on the podcast, to talk about his favourite historical person, and that is of course, Eleanor of Aquitaine. Now, She’s famous for being a badass queen of England in the 12th century, and being the mother of both Richard the Lionheart, as well as King John. She’s also known for her court of love and chivalry. She h…
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Anna and the House of Cleves with Heather R Darsie
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Today we talk to historian Heather R Darsie about Anna von der Mark; or as she’s usually called - Anne of Cleves, Henry VIII’s fourth wife, the one who was dumped because she was so unattractive. Well, forget everything you thought you knew about her. You’re about to go on a crash course on everything to do with Anna of Cleves. Fasten your proverbi…
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The Tudors by Numbers: SIX, Forty-Two and 007 with Carol Ann Lloyd
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The historian Carol Ann Lloyd is back on the podcast to talk about her book ‘Tudors by Numbers: The Stories and Statistics Behind England's Most Infamous Royal Dynasty’, released by Pen & Sword Publishing. Yes, we all know the SIX wives... But do we know the total number of Tudor monarchs? Why does that vary? How many components did it take to make…
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Today we celebrate the recent anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn, which happened on the 23d-24th of June 1314, when the might of England's army could not crush the Scottish rebels. Thus Scotland won, under the command of Robert the Bruce, and Edward II of England suffered a major defeat. This is one of the most famous battles in Scottish hist…
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Today we are delighted to chat to the author Annie Garthwaite about her new historical fiction novel ‘The King’s Mother’, which has been published by Penguin. Of course, her debut novel 'Cecily' also makes an appearance. This book features four royal women, all of whom were mothers to the future kings: Marguerite of Anjou, Cecily Neville, Elizabeth…
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Today‘s guest is historian Jonathan North, who’s talking to us today about his book, published by Amberley, called Napoleon's Invasion of Egypt: An Eyewitness History. What do you do when you're a soldier under Napoleon Bonaparte (but before he was THAT Napoleon Bonaparte) and you follow him to North Africa, into a very alien terrain ...for an 18th…
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Being a Tudor Shero with Sharon Bennett Connolly
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This time we talk to the historian Sharon Bennett Connolly, who's back on the podcast to talk about her new book Heroines of the Tudor World, released by Amberley Publishing. What was a woman's lot in the 16th century? We all know the Six Wives narrative, but who were the women heroes, or SHEROES surrounding these royal ladies? What are their stori…
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Today‘s guest is historian John Oliphant, who’s talking to us today about his book, recently published by Amberley, called First British Empire. We’ll dive into the history of empires, why they seem to work, why they don’t. Not least of all, of course the British empire. Tune in and join the co-hosts Gemma and Natalie. Please find this book here: h…
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Today ‘s guest is our dear friend, the historian Chris Riley, who’s back on the podcast, to talk about his favourite historical person (or may we say his favourite person, period...), and that is of course, Eleanor of Aquitaine. #herstory Now, She’s famous for being a badass queen of England in the 12th century, and being the mother of both Richard…
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Anthony Woodville with Danielle Burton
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Today we are delighted to chat to the author Danielle Burton about her book ‘Anthony Woodville: Sophisticate or Schemer?’ Anthony was the brother of England’s Queen Elizabeth Woodville, who famously married Edward IV and was mother to the Princes in the Tower, the eldest of which - Edward Prince of Wales was Anthony’s ward for many years. Tune in a…
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Dear gentle listener, today we shall be discussing the oft-admired show by the name of 'Bridgerton' (2020 -). Do be warned, as spoilers will occur. Our Favourite Bridgerton-verse books: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Real-Bridgerton-Hardback/p/23199/aid/1238 https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Real-Queen-Charlotte-Inside-the-Real-Bridgerton-Co…
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Welcome to our FIFTIETH episode! Tune in to find out all about the singing or rather, sealing of the Magna Carta in 1215. Why does this document matter? Our guest Chris Riley - of The Historians Magazine - chats to us today. You can find Chris on @chrisrileyhistory on IG and linktr.ee/pastandpresentmedia If you would like to become a member of The …
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Today we are delighted to chat to the author Clemmie Bennett about her newly re-launched novel The Apple and The Tree, which features time-travel, where a character falls through time from the lockdown England in 2020 - all the way to the court of a very young Henry VIII. What would you say to this young and handsome King? What would he say to you?…
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Edward I versus France with David Pilling
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On this episode we talk to historian David Pilling about his latest book on Edward I's long-forgotten conflict with France. Popular history usually focusses on his wars with Scotland and Wales, and the Anglo-French war goes mostly unnoticed. No more. Tune in to get more details. David's Books: https://www.amberley-books.com/edward-longshanks-forgot…
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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today we are talking to author, playwright and screenwriter Catherine Butterfield about her new novel The Serpent and the Rose: Marguerite de Valois and Catherine de Medici: A Mother-Daughter Battle for the Ages. One of the most infamous mothers in history - Catherine de Medici did not have an easy …
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Today we are talking to historian Thomas Lockley about his new book ‘A Gentleman from Japan: The Untold Story of an Incredible Journey from Asia to Queen Elizabeth’s Court’. What was seafaring like in the 16th century? What were the relations like between England and Japan at the court of Queen Elizabeth? Tune in and join the co-hosts Gemma and Nat…
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Today we have a short bonus episode for you: it’s an excerpt from our chat with author Catherine Curzon about Netflix’ series Queen Charlotte: a Bridgerton Story. Please enjoy! Catherine's Georgian Episodes with us: Sweet Georgian Carolines The Real Bridgerton Catherine's Bridgerton-verse books: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Real-Bridgerton-H…
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The King's Wife: a New Musical
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Today we are delighted to chat to the creators of a new musical, called The King’s Wife. These creators are Jamie Floyd, who wrote the music & lyrics and Mêlisa Anis who wrote the book. The musical takes place in Tudor England, between the battle of Flodden in 1513 and the death of Anne Boleyn in 1536. The musical looks at the women of the court of…
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Today we talk to author Catherine Curzon about Netflix’ series Bridgerton, particularly how to survive a marriage mart in the time of Regency when the show takes place. Dear gentle listener, please be warned, subject of domestic violence will be mentioned briefly. Catherine's Bridgerton-verse books: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-Real-Bridgert…
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There's Something About Mary II with Heather R Darsie
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Please join us on another episode of the #StuartSpring movement. Together let's bring spotlight onto this oft-forgotten dynasty, The Stuarts, who ruled Britain in the 17th century, after ruling Scotland for the previous three. Please welcome Heather R. Darsie, the author of the upcoming book Stuart Spouses: A Compendium of Consorts from James I of …
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Tune into our chat with Don Hollway, the author of the book that's coming out in paperback this week At the Gates of Rome: The Battle for a Dying Empire, published by Osprey. Are there similarities between Modern West and the Roman Empire? How did you get Roman Citizenship and what was it like to be a Roman Citizen? How did one man sack the eternal…
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James VI & I in 1603 with Ben Norman
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Please join us with the #StuartSpring movement. Together let's bring spotlight onto this oft-forgotten dynasty, The Stuarts, who ruled Britain in the 17th century, after ruling Scotland for the previous three. Please welcome Ben Norman, the author of several books on the 17th century, published with both Pen & Sword and Amberley Publishing Houses. …
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Please enjoy our interview with Rosamund Gravelle, the author of the new play, opening at Barons Court Theatre this week - Three Queens. Mary I, Elizabeth I (as Princess) and the soon-to-be-beheaded Lady Jane Grey all meeting up. What would they say to each other? Who would know about it? And how would it change history? Let's dive into this oft-fo…
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Today’s episode features an interview with the author Andrew Wilson, who has written a book ‘Shadow of Titanic: The Extraordinary Stories of Those Who Survived’, published by Simon & Schuster. It’s a very special book that explores the lives of so-called survivors - those who lived to tell the tale. It’s phenomenal how many people did not have the …
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Titanic: The Unfathomable with W. B. Bartlett
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Today’s episode features an interview with the author W. B. Bartlett, who has written three whole books on the topic of RMS Titanic, the causes of her sinking and the immediate aftermath. Tune into our conversation which explores the reasons for the disaster, how it could have been avoided, as well as several profiles on passengers and crew. Please…
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Today’s episode features an interview with the author Clifford Ismay, whose book ‘Understanding J. Bruce Ismay’ tells us the story of man who is usually presented as a villain of the Titanic Story, but as we’ll see, this is far from the truth. Please find Cliff's book here: https://thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/understanding-j-bruce-ismay/ Plea…
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In this episode Gemma and Natalie talk to Cody Hartman, the director of the new film Unsinkable: Titanic Untold (2024). Please find more information on the film here: https://www.unsinkablethemovie.com/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7137074/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_q_insinkable See tickets here: https://www.unsinkablethemovie.com/tickets Please …
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Today’s episode features an interview with the author Simon Medhurst, whose book ‘Titanic: Day by Day’ is presented as a calendar and chronicles the birthdays and the deathdays of those aboard the famous ship, as well as a plethora of Titanic facts and survivor quotes. Simon is also the great-grandson of Robert Hichens, the ship’s quartermaster, wh…
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In this episode Gemma and Natalie fan-girl about the Academy Award winning 1997 film 'Titanic'. Please see some of our favourite books on the topic: https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Titanic-Day-by-Day-366-days-with-the-Titanic-Hardback/p/21148/aid/1238 https://thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/understanding-j-bruce-ismay/ https://www.simonandschuste…
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The Queen and the Mistress with Gemma Hollman
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Gemma Hollman will tell us about Edward III and Philippa of Hainault, the oft-forgotten couple. Please find Gemma's book on Edward III and Philippa (as well as Edward's later mistress) here: https://www.thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/the-queen-and-the-mistress/9780750993692/ If you would like to join Natalie on one of her walking tours in London…
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Tune in to find out all about the Battle of Towton of 1461. Why does this battle matter? Our guest Chris Riley - of The Historians Magazine - chats to us today. You can find Chris on @chrisrileyhistory on IG and linktr.ee/pastandpresentmedia If you would like to become a member of The Historians Magazine, please see https://thehistoriansmagazine.co…
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The Tudors and Georgians have dominated the popular imagination for long enough. No more! Please join the #StuartSpring movement in helping us to bring spotlight onto this oft-forgotten dynasty, The Stuarts, who ruled Britain in the 17th century, after ruling Scotland for the previous three. This time Natalie and Gemma discuss the two new Stuart dr…
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One of the most tragic stories of any Queen - Juana of Castile was locked away for most of her life. Please enjoy our interview with Amy Clare Tasker and Tom James McGrath, the creators behind a new musical that tells the story of Juana (Joanna) I of Castile, a.k.a. Juana la Loca. For context - she is the elder sister of Catherine of Aragon, Henry …
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The Tudors and Georgians have dominated the popular imagination for long enough. No more! Please join the #StuartSpring movement in helping us to bring spotlight onto this oft-forgotten dynasty, The Stuarts, who ruled Britain in the 17th century, after ruling Scotland for the previous three. Please welcome Andrea Zuvich, a keeper of #KeepItStuart h…
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From Tudors to Beauforts: Henry VII, the Son of Prophesy with Nathen Amin
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Happy St. David's Day! As our guest today, we have Nathen Amin, and we quiz him on everything to do with Henry VII, starting with his origin story: part Tudor, part Beaufort, part Valois, this famous son of Wales has a fascinating story. Please find Nathen's books here: https://www.amberley-books.com/author-community-main-page/a/nathen-amin.html Fo…
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We hope you have enjoyed the month of L-O-V-E: our chats to various historians and our contemplating all the ways that Royals can come together, be it through arranged marriage, secret engagements or chance meetings. We Found Love Right Where We Are On this, the last episode of our Valentines series, we’re focussing on the theme of Arranged Marriag…
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Join us this month and explore the love stories of the past. This February we're sharing our chats to various historians and covering all the ways that Royals can come together, be it through arranged marriage, secret engagements or chance meetings. Strange Bedfellows.. On this episode of our Valentines Series, we’re looking at couples, where the c…
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