Best Anjou Podcasts (2024)

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Margaret of Anjou part 2 50:03

9d ago50:03

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Margaret of Anjou part 2: Power, Politics, and the Wars of the Roses. We are back to continue our journey to get to know Margaret of Anjou. In this episode of the Queens podcast, we delve into the tumultuous life of Maggie OA. We'll explore her role as the Queen of England through a chaotic period marked by the mental illness of her husband, Henry …

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Episode 250: Margaret of Anjou 29:09

20d ago29:09

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In this episode we'll talk about Margaret of Anjou - so much more than the She-Wolf of France! Let's dive into and talk about this remarkable woman's life. Tudorcon tickets at https://englandcast.com/tudorcononline Thank you, as ever, for your listenership! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 255: Privacy in Tudor England 23:28

1h ago23:28

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In this episode we connect chimneys, letters, and the Reformation to get... a new concept of privacy. Let's discuss! Thank you, as always, for your listenership, friends! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Supplemental: This Week in YouTube September 22 17:18

15m ago17:18

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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: How Juana of Castile's 1506 Shipwreck in England Changed European History, The Dynasty Portrait. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See ac…

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Episode 254: Marguerite of Navarre 25:27

44m ago25:27

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In this episode we take a look at Marguerite of Navarre, the sister to King Francis, and the Queen of Navarre. Not only was she an amazing author in her own right, but she also influenced Anne Boleyn, and countless other women. Tudorcon tickets are at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline - don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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Supplemental: This Week in Youtube September 15 17:12

2h ago17:12

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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: The Lives of Charles Brandon and Mary Tudor, Inside Queen Elizabeth I’s Court. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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Episode 253: Tudor places to visit in the US 23:52

1d ago23:52

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The fact that Tudorcon is coming up in just over a week has me thinking about all the places like Agecroft Hall that you can visit in the US - places that are related to Tudor or Medieval England, but don't require a passport for Americans to visit. From St Augustine to Drake's Bay, let's talk about places in America with a Tudor connection. Hosted…

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Supplemental: This Week in Youtube September 7 23:54

18d ago23:54

23:54

We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week:Katherine Grey, The Great Bible and Henry VIII, and What your favorite Tudor says about you. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c…

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Episode 252: The Spiritual Life of Katherine Parr 32:58

8d ago32:58

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Let's discuss Katherine Parr, and her spiritual influence. Tudorcon tickets: https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline Armour and Castings: https://tudor.armourandcastings.com Related episodes: Pilgrimage of Grace: https://www.englandcast.com/pilgrimage-of-grace/ Rebellions Part One: https://www.englandcast.com/2016/07/episode-051-rebellions-one/ …

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Margaret of Anjou part 1 1:11:41

23d ago1:11:41

1:11:41

It's a new season and Queens Podcast is back to spill the tea on Margaret of Anjou, sometimes known as the she-wolf of France. Margaret was a fierce queen consort of England as wife of Henry VI, but in this episode we're going to meet baby Margaret and discuss the journey that got her to She Wolf territory. If this is your first Wars of the Roses e…

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Wars of the Roses Week: Elizabeth of York (Part 1) 1:06:10

24d ago1:06:10

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Welcome back to Queens Podcast's Wars of the Roses week. Today we're spilling the (trauma) tea on Elizabeth of York. You may know her as the first Tudor Queen, but in this episode we're going over her life during the Wars of the Roses and her part to FINALLY END THE WAR! (tho not quite yet) Rife with political in-fighting, betrayal, murder, and lon…

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Wars of the Roses Week: Margaret Beaufort (part 2) 56:08

15d ago56:08

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Welcome back to Queens Podcast's Wars of the Roses week. Today we're we diving into the second part of Margaret Beaufort's story, a key figure in the Wars of the Roses and the mother of Henry VII. Today we're discussing Maggie's part in ending the civil war this week is named after, her unwavering love for her son and her new (self appointed) title…

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Wars of the Roses Week: Margaret Beaufort (part 1) 55:18

16d ago55:18

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Welcome back to another installation in our Wars of the Roses week. We are looking at the endlessly fascinating Margaret Beaufort. In later years, she may be viewed as a bit of a controversial figure, but today we're just looking at her early years. Maggie was not only influential on her own right, but also the mother of the Tudor Dynasty (maybe yo…

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Wars of the Roses Week: Jane Shore's Walk of Shame 38:19

22d ago38:19

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The Fascinating Life of Jane Shore: The Real Walk of Shame Wars of the Roses week continues! In this episode from the Patreon vault, we get a Katy's Corner episode that delves into the captivating story of Jane Shore, the famous mistress of King Edward IV of England. From her origins as Elizabeth Lambert, her tumultuous marriage, and her surprising…

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This Week in YouTube August 25: 23:54

19d ago23:54

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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Going Back to School like a Tudor, and the Musical and Poetic side of Henry VIII. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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Wars of the Roses Week: Elizabeth Woodville 1:11:57

24d ago1:11:57

1:11:57

Welcome back to another episode in our Wars of the Roses collection, leading up to season 8. Today we are continuing our conversation on the scandalous Woodville women with Elizabeth Woodville. This episode is from 2017 so LOL at our conversation on confinement (aka quarantine, amirite?) This episode deals with all the good historical stuff. We've …

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Episode 249: The Sack of Rome 20:16

21d ago20:16

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In May of 1527 Tudor England got word of a massive event in the Italian Wars - Rome, the Eternal City, was sacked. What happened, and how did it affect Tudor England? Let's discuss... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Wars of the Roses Week: Jacquetta of Luxembourg (2) 39:23

25d ago39:23

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Jaquetta of Luxembourg (part 2) : A Tale of Strength, Scandal, and Survival It's Wars of the Roses Week! Leading into our season 8 opener. Today we're continuing the story of the matriarch of the Woodville clan, Jacquetta of Luxembourg. The Queen mother who knew how to play the game! Enjoy Time stamps: 00:25 Meet Jaquetta of Luxembourg 00:58 Life i…

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Wars of the Roses Week: Jacquetta of Luxembourg (1) 50:21

25d ago50:21

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Queens Podcast: Jaquetta of Luxembourg and the Wars of the Roses - Part 1 It's Wars of the Roses Week! Leading into our season 8 opener. Any guesses? Well, today we are looking back to our first Wars of the Roses Queen, or duchess- Jacquetta of Luxembourg. The episode also touches on the intricacies of medieval English and French nobility, Jaquetta…

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History's Mysteries: Mary Queen of Scots Tarot reading 1:05:20

1M ago1:05:20

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History's Mysteries: Did Mary, Queen of Scots, Order Her Husband's Murder? Join the Queens as they delve into another intriguing episode of 'History's Mysteries' featuring resident psychic Tandy Gutierrez. This episode explores the tumultuous life of Mary, Queen of Scots, and seeks to uncover whether she was involved in the murder of her husband, L…

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This Week in YouTube August 18 16:59

26d ago16:59

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We're back with another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: William Cecil under Mary I, and Anne Before Henry. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 248: Normal Women in the Reformation 31:24

29d ago31:24

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So I've been reading Philippa Gregory's new book Normal Women, and decided to devote an entire episode to one section of her book: how normal women coped during the Reformation. Let's discuss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 247: Tudor and Elizabethan Exploration 28:46

1M ago28:46

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Let's talk about Tudor and Elizabethan exploration! From the nascent beginnings of exploration, even dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries, to the failed Roanoke colonies, let's dive into Tudor and Elizabethan explorers. Remember: Tudorcon Online tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline Check out Armour and Castings at https://tud…

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Louise of Savoy (Patreon rerun) 52:43

2M ago52:43

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The Political Brilliance of Louise of Savoy Join Katy & Nathan as they revisit an intriguing episode from the Patreon feed, diving deep into the life of Louise of Savoy. Louise was a total 16th-century boss in France, playing political chess while her son, King Francis I, was off being king. Today we're talking about her early life, her power move …

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Episode 246: Ladies in Waiting 20:40

2M ago20:40

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Let's talk about Ladies in Waiting, the women who worked with the Queen to get her ready, be her companions, and in the case of Elizabeth I, actually handle matters of state. Thank you for listening! Tudorcon Online tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline Armour and Castings: https://tudor.armourandcastings.com/ Hosted on Acast. See a…

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Duchess Marie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin 47:32

2M ago47:32

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Marie of Mecklenburg: The Bold Grand Duchess Who Defied and Thrived Today we are telling the tale of a grand duchess with an attitude Marie of Mecklenburg! She's the only Romanoff who managed to give the Bolshevik Revolution the slip with all her bling intact. We'll chat about her early days, her match with Vladimir Alexandrovich, and the glitz, go…

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Episode 245: Mary and Elizabeth 26:20

2M ago26:20

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Two sisters who were born in enmity, and yet they developed a deep bond - but would that bond last? Let's discuss the relationship between Mary Tudor and Princess Elizabeth. Get your Tudorcon Online tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline Check out Armour and Castings at https://tudor.armourandcastings.com/ And thank you! Hosted on Ac…

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Matilda of Scotland (Patreon episode) 46:47

3M ago46:47

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Join us on this Patreon exclusive episode from 2022 episode that went hand in hand with our 3-part Empress Matilda series. In this episode we're discussing Empress Matilda's mom, Matilda of Scotland. We talk about her saintly pedigree, her bumpy journey to becoming queen of England and all she did in her life to make her one of the most popular que…

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Episode 244: Maria de Salinas 23:58

3M ago23:58

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Let's take a look at Katherine of Aragon's loyal friend, Maria de Salinas, who came over from Spain with her, and was with her for her entire life, having to brave the wrath of Henry VIII in order to support her friend. Check out our sponsor, Armor and Castings, for beautiful historical accessories: https://tudor.armourandcastings.com/ Tudorcon tic…

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Supplemental: Adrienne Dillard 46:53

3M ago46:53

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Hey friend! Here's our monthly Author Chat for patrons with Adrienne Dillard, author of Cor Rotto, and other historical novels that tell the stories of women who often don't get their stories fully told. We chat about the Salem Witch Trials, the Titanic, and whether it makes sense to call Anne Boleyn a feminist. Check her out at: https://adrienne-d…

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Supplemental: This week in YouTube June 30 30:22

3M ago30:22

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It's another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Midsummer in Tudor England, and Katherine Willoughby. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Pride Month: Christina of Sweden part 2 1:04:26

3M ago1:04:26

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Brace yourselves for this juicy episode of Queen's Podcast where Nathan and Katy spill the tea on the heck of a ride that was Christina of Sweden's life - part two! This queen's life was no snoozefest - think lavish parties with wine flowing from fountains, a theater for the ladies in Rome, and a whole lot of rule-breaking. So buckle up, queens, as…

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Episode 243: The Wyatt Family (continued) 19:47

3M ago19:47

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Thanks to our sponsor, Armour and Castings - check out their gorgeous accessories at https://tudor.armourandcastings.com/ Tudorcon streaming tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline - used code EARLYBIRD to save $10 Let's continue our discussion about the Wyatt Family with a look at Thomas Wyatt the Younger, and Sir Henry Lee Hosted on…

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Pride Month: Christina of Sweden part 1 50:26

3M ago50:26

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Welcome back, beautiful queens! It's time to celebrate Pride Month with the wild tales of Christina of Sweden, a real royal rebel. We're talking birthrights, family drama, and a little bit of rule-breaking in this first of two episodes. Christina became Queen of Sweden at a very young age after the popular rule of her father, Gustav. But as she nav…

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Pride Month: Freddie Mercury 1:12:31

3M ago1:12:31

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The Legend of Freddie Mercury: Queens Podcast Chronicles Welcome back to the next episode of our June Pride Month party. Today, we're taking you back to 2018, when we discussed the one and only Freddie Mercury, darling. This episode's all about Freddie's start in the world, his school days, and that little band you may have heard of, Queen. We chat…

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Episode 242: Lady Katherine Gordon 24:11

3M ago24:11

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She was married to Perkin Warbeck, but that's only part of her story. Let's discuss Lady Katherine Gordon, a noblewoman from Scotland who got caught up in the drama of the Pretender. Tudorcon tickets are at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline - hope to see you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Supplemental: This Week in YouTube June 16 21:21

3M ago21:21

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It's another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Lucas de Heere, and The Artistic Legacy of Tudor Women. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 241: The Wyatt Family 26:34

3M ago26:34

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A patriarch who was saved by a cat while in prison, maybe in the Tower of London, but probably not? Two children who survived to adulthood, one of whom was involved with Anne Boleyn. Let's discuss: The Wyatts. Tudorcon online tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more …

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Pride Month: Ludwig II of Bavaria 57:15

4M ago57:15

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The Eccentric Life and Mysterious Death of Ludwig II of Bavaria Katy and Nathan are back with a Pride Month special, and it's all about Ludwig II of Bavaria - the 'Swan King'. This dude was all about the arts, built some seriously extra castles, and had a personal life that was... complicated (to say the least). We're diving deep into his life - hi…

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Supplemental: This Week in YouTube June 9 18:19

3M ago18:19

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It's another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Henry VIII's Religious Beliefs - Was he ever a Protestant? And did Anne Boleyn Really Have Six Fingers? Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.…

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Episode 240: The Decline of Serfdom in Medieval and Tudor England 24:18

4M ago24:18

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Did you know that serfdom was still a "thing" even into Tudor England, and it was Elizabeth I who finally ended it all? Let's discuss, in this episode on the decline of serfdom in medieval and Tudor England. Tudorcon online tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconOnline And this is the book recommendation: https://boydellandbrewer.com/978178…

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Pride Month: Hortense Mancini 1:08:06

4M ago1:08:06

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Are y'all ready for an adventure? This episode of the Queen's Podcast is about to take you on a wild ride through the life of Hortense Mancini—an absolute 17th-century icon if there ever was one whose life story could rival any soap opera. From her early days in Rome to her nightmare of a marriageHortense's life was anything but boring. From Parisi…

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Supplemental: This Week in Youtube June 2 15:13

4M ago15:13

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It's another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: The Evil May Day Riots of 1517, Anne Boleyn & Thomas Wolsey. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 239: William Cecil 24:36

4M ago24:36

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Let's have a brief overview of William Cecil, Elizabeth's chief advisor, and one of the most energetic and efficient people in history. Tudorcon tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/tudorcononline Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Evita: Eva Perón part 2 1:14:24

4M ago1:14:24

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Evita Perón: The Legacy and Legends of Argentina's Controversial First Lady Welcome everyone to the season 7 finale. Today we're wrapping up the fascinating life and legacy of Eva Perón, the one and only Evita. Join us as we chat about her politically wild life, her passion for social reforms, and yes, her controversial ties to fascism. We'll also …

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Supplemental: This Week in YouTube May 26 19:29

4M ago19:29

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It's another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: The Forbidden Love of Anne Vavasour and Sir Henry Lee, Eclipses in the Medieval Sky.. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…

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Episode 238: Anne and Cromwell 22:13

4M ago22:13

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How did the relationship between Anne Boleyn and Thomas Cromwell go so sour? They were once allies, and then he became the mastermind of her downfall and execution. Let's dig into their relationship and see exactly where it started to go so tragic. Check out englandcast.com/tudorcononline to have a Taste of Tudorcon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…

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Supplemental Thomas Lockley on Christopher and his journey from Japan to England 34:45

4M ago34:45

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This is an unedited recording of a conversation I had with the wonderful Thomas Lockley, about his new book, A Gentleman From Japan, which tells the story of Christopher, a Japanese sailor who wound up at Elizabeth's court. His journey, and the contributions he made to England, are a fascinating story, and if you want to learn more, check out his b…

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Supplemental: This Week in YouTube May 19 17:02

4M ago17:02

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It's another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Family Feuds in Tudor England, Jane Seymour and the Pilgrimage of Grace, Henry Howard. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…

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Episode 237: Anne in the Tower 27:13

4M ago27:13

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In this episode we discuss Anne's early days in the Tower. Much of this comes thanks to Alison Weir's book The Lady in the Tower: get it on Amazon here to really dig deep. Check out this YouTube video I did last year on Anne's trial: https://youtu.be/VyBoydDp54g Thank you, as ever, for your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…

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