A Power-hungry Schemer

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Join us for an engaging episode of The Innovators and Investors Podcast, hosted by Kristian Marquez, where we explore the vibrant intersection of technology, investment, and entrepreneurship. This week, Kristian welcomes two dynamic guests: Kevin Weber, Managing Director at Amex Ventures, and Ayal Karmi, Co-founder and CEO of Nakuda. In this episode, Kevin shares his fascinating career journey, including his transition from corporate finance and M&A to venture capital at Amex Ventures, where he focuses on early-stage investments in sectors like fintech, AI, and cybersecurity. As Kevin describes his investment thesis, he emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships and the alignment of their investments with American Express’s core business objectives. Our conversation then shifts to Ayal Karmi, who delves into the innovative solutions Nakuda is bringing to the market. As the company pioneers a system for AI agents to make seamless payments online, Ayal discusses the challenges and opportunities in automating the checkout process and enhancing transaction authenticity. Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights into the investment landscape, the evolving field of AI agents, and best practices for founders seeking to navigate the venture capital space. Furthermore, Kevin and Ayal offer advice on how to approach corporate venture capital, the significance of understanding investor expectations, and the future of agentic payments. Don’t miss this enlightening discussion that highlights the transformative power of technology and the shared mission of fostering innovation in today’s rapidly evolving market. Subscribe now to stay updated on the latest insights and trends in the world of innovation and finance! For more details, visit our website and read Ayal’s insightful blogs on Substack, https://substack.com/@nekuda? about autonomous payments to stay informed about the latest in AI technologies. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about Kevin's work https://www.americanexpress.com/us/business/american-express-ventures/ Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-weber-b77b8028/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply https://finstratmgmt.com/innovators-investors-podcast/ Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com/…

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Anne Stanhope, Duchess of Somerset—ambitious, powerful, and controversial. History remembers her as arrogant and ruthless, but was she truly a villain, or simply a strong woman in a world that feared female power? As the wife of Edward Seymour, Lord Protector of England, Anne was the highest-ranking woman in the country after the queen. She influenced religious reform, controlled vast lands, and had a reputation for defending her status fiercely—even clashing with Katherine Parr, Henry VIII’s widow. But when her husband was overthrown and executed, Anne lost everything. Yet, she never gave up. Was she a power-hungry schemer or a woman unfairly vilified by history? Watch to find out! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more Tudor history deep dives! #TudorHistory #AnneStanhope #PowerfulWomen #TudorNobility #HiddenHistories #EdwardVI #KatherineParr #HistoryMakers #TudorScandals #RuthlessWomen #TudorCourt

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A Power-hungry Schemer

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway

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Maria de Salinas - The Loyal Friend Who Defied a King 5:34

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On this day in Tudor history, 5th June 1516, Maria de Salinas married Lord Willoughby of Eresby. But this Spanish noblewoman would be remembered not for her marriage, but for her fierce loyalty to Queen Catherine of Aragon. Maria’s story is one of deep friendship, political influence, and unwavering devotion. She followed Catherine from Spain to England, stood by her through triumph and tragedy, and, in the end, defied royal orders to be with her dying friend. In 1536, when Catherine was banished and gravely ill at Kimbolton Castle, Maria risked everything. She rode through a bitter winter storm, suffered a riding accident, and still pushed on—claiming to have lost her permission papers, just to reach Catherine’s side. She arrived just in time. The queen died the next day. Join me as I explore the extraordinary life and character of Maria de Salinas—friend, mother, fighter, and one of the most loyal women in Tudor history. #MariaDeSalinas #CatherineOfAragon #TudorHistory #OnThisDay #WomenInHistory #TudorCourt #TudorQueens #RealFriendship #TudorEngland #SpanishNoblewoman #KimboltonCastle #LoyaltyAndLove #HistoricalWomen #TudorDrama #AnneBoleynFiles…

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Anne Boleyn Crowned Queen - A Day of Splendour and Symbolism 4:20

7 days ago4:20

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On this day in history, Anne Boleyn reached the pinnacle of her triumph. After six years of struggle, scandal, and seismic political and religious change, Anne Boleyn was crowned Queen of England in a glittering ceremony at Westminster Abbey. Dressed in purple velvet, barefoot and crowned with the Crown of St Edward—a crown usually reserved for monarchs—Anne processed through a sea of blue cloth, surrounded by nobles, clergy, and the hopes of a dynasty. This wasn’t just a coronation. It was a carefully orchestrated show of legitimacy, power, and divine approval. Join me as I take you through every detail of this extraordinary day—from the riverside arrivals and the grand abbey ceremony to the 80-dish banquet and Anne’s moment of glory beneath a cloth of estate… all while the king watched from the shadows. This was Anne Boleyn at her height. Her triumph. Her crowning moment. Listen now to relive the grandeur of 1st June 1533. #AnneBoleyn #TudorHistory #OnThisDay #AnneBoleynCoronation #HenryVIII #TudorDynasty #WestminsterAbbey #CrownOfStEdward #HistoryLovers #BritishMonarchy #HistoricalReenactment #WomenInHistory #RoyalCoronation…

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Tudor Timekeeping: Bells, Clocks, and a Bit of Bling 5:21

12 days ago5:21

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Ever wondered how people in the Tudor period told the time—long before smartphones or wristwatches? In this video, I explore the fascinating ways our medieval and Tudor ancestors kept track of their day. From monastery bells marking the canonical hours to the rise of mechanical town clocks in the 14th century, Tudor timekeeping was far more advanced than you might expect. We’ll look at sundials, water clocks, astrolabes, and even the incredible astronomical clock at Hampton Court Palace. And yes—there were watches in Tudor England! Anne Boleyn owned one, and Elizabeth I had several, including a gift from Robert Dudley. Plus, I’ll share why you sometimes hear the chimes of my village clock tower in the background of my videos—and how that links us back to the soundscape of the past. Step back in time with me to discover how the Tudors measured their hours—and why timekeeping was as much about bells, beauty, and status as practicality. #TudorHistory #AnneBoleyn #ElizabethI #TudorTechnology #Timekeeping #MedievalHistory #TudorLife #OnThisDay #TudorEngland #HamptonCourt #HistoricalClocks #HistoryNerd Links: Henry VIII portrait - https://www.npg.org.uk/collections/search/portrait/mw03080/King-Henry-VIII-King-Henry-VII Anne Boleyn clock - https://www.rct.uk/collection/30018/anne-boleyn-clock and https://strawberryhillhouseblog.wordpress.com/2018/09/10/362/ Hampton Court - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Court_astronomical_clock Early Mechanical Clocks - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clock#Early_mechanical_clocks -- Claire Ridgway Best-selling author, historian, speaker, YouTuber and founder of the Anne Boleyn Files and Tudor Society websites. https://linktr.ee/claireridgway claireridgway.com www.tudorsociety.com www.theanneboleynfiles.com…

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The Pygmy and Beagle: Robert Cecil, the Power behind Two Thrones 4:46

15 days ago4:46

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On 24th May 1612, one of the most powerful men of the Elizabethan and early Stuart courts—Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury—died on his way home from taking the waters at Bath. He was just 48, but his political career was nothing short of extraordinary. The son of William Cecil, Lord Burghley, Robert Cecil overcame physical disability, courtly mockery, and fierce political rivalries to become Secretary of State, Lord High Treasurer, and a trusted advisor to both Elizabeth I and James I. From helping bring down the Earl of Essex to secretly securing James VI’s smooth succession, Cecil shaped the very future of the English monarchy. In this podcast, we explore his remarkable life, his rise to power, his role in uncovering the Gunpowder Plot, and his legacy—one that helped bridge the Tudor and Stuart dynasties. Listen now to discover the story of the man who proved brains could beat brawn at the heart of royal power. #RobertCecil #TudorHistory #StuartHistory #ElizabethanEra #JamesI #GunpowderPlot #TudorToStuart #OnThisDay #BritishHistory #HatfieldHouse #CecilFamily #SecretaryOfState #TudorPolitics…

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19 May 1536: The Execution of Anne Boleyn - A Queen's Last Moments 7:22

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In the early hours of 19th May 1536, Archbishop Thomas Cranmer was woken with chilling news—his friend Alexander Alesius had dreamt of Anne Boleyn’s severed neck. He had no idea that Anne was due to be executed that very morning… In this moving video, we trace Anne Boleyn’s final hours: from her quiet early morning Mass and her careful choice of crimson and ermine attire, to her composed speech on the scaffold and the swift stroke of the Calais executioner's sword. We explore eyewitness accounts, the reactions of those present, and the shocking speed with which Henry VIII moved on—issuing a marriage dispensation for Jane Seymour on the very day Anne was buried. Anne Boleyn’s fall was fast and brutal, yet her legacy lived on in her daughter, Elizabeth I—England’s Gloriana. Watch now to witness the last moments of one of history’s most compelling queens. #AnneBoleyn #TudorHistory #OnThisDay #HenryVIII #ElizabethI #TudorQueens #AnneBoleynExecution #TudorDynasty #BritishHistory #RoyalHistory…

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What Really Made a Tudor Marriage? 5:00

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Did you need a priest to be married in Tudor England? A church? Witnesses? The truth might surprise you. In the 16th century, a simple exchange of vows—followed by consummation—could be enough to make a marriage fully legal. In this video, we explore the fascinating (and often confusing) rules around marriage in Tudor times. From secret unions to royal annulments, handfasting to public ceremonies, find out how couples—rich and poor—sealed their unions, and how these customs led to scandal, bigamy, and disputed inheritances. Discover what counted, what didn’t, and how Henry VIII used these rules to his advantage. #TudorMarriage #TudorHistory #AnneBoleyn #HenryVIII #AnneOfCleves #CatherineHoward #LadyKatherineGrey #16thCentury #HistoryYouTube #MarriageCustoms #Handfasting #TudorScandals #ClaireRidgway #HistoricalMarriage #MedievalMarriage #RoyalHistory #WomenInHistory…

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Anne of Denmark: The Forgotten Queen? 7:29

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On this day in history, 13th May 1619, Westminster Abbey hosted a grand and costly funeral for a queen consort who is often overshadowed in British royal history. But who was Anne of Denmark? What role did she really play at the courts of Scotland and England—and why did her relationship with King James sour so drastically in her final years? In this podcast, I explore the intriguing life, cultural impact, and overlooked legacy of Anne of Denmark, wife of King James I of England (James VI of Scotland). From dramatic court disputes and artistic patronage to her mysterious estrangement from the king, Anne’s story is full of surprises. Could she be one of the most underrated queen consorts in British history? Listen now to uncover the truth behind this fascinating royal figure. #AnneOfDenmark #TudorHistory #StuartHistory #ForgottenQueens #WomenInHistory #RoyalHistory #OnThisDay #JamesI #WestminsterAbbey #HistoricalMysteries #BritishMonarchy #HistoryYouTube #ClaireRidgway #QueenConsort #EarlyModernHistory…

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Why Did Tudor Execution Victims Praise the Monarch? | Tudor Execution Speeches Explained 6:40

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Why did people like Anne Boleyn, George Boleyn, and Lady Jane Grey use their final words to praise the monarch who condemned them to die? Were they afraid? Following orders? Or was there something deeper at work? In this podvast, I explore the rituals, beliefs, and expectations behind execution speeches in the Tudor period. From religious symbolism to social pressure and political theatre, the scaffold was more than a place of death—it was a stage for legacy, loyalty, and salvation. Discover the hidden structure behind these chilling final words—and what they reveal about Tudor society. #AnneBoleyn #LadyJaneGrey #TudorHistory #ExecutionSpeeches #TudorExecutions #Tudors #GeorgeBoleyn #CatherineHoward #TudorMonarchy #HistoricalMysteries #OnThisDay #HistoryYouTube #ClaireRidgway #GoodDeath #MedievalHistory #RoyalExecution #SixWivesOfHenryVIII…

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The Mystery of Sir James Tyrell & The Princes in the Tower 4:24

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On this day in Tudor history, 6th May 1502, Sir James Tyrell met his end on Tower Hill—remembered not just as a royal servant, but as the man accused of murdering the Princes in the Tower. But did he really confess to killing Edward V and his brother? Or was his name dragged into a Tudor-era cover-up? In this podcast, we unravel the life, rise, and sudden fall of Sir James Tyrell—and examine the evidence (or lack of it) behind his alleged role in one of history’s most chilling unsolved mysteries. Plus, we explore a recent theory involving a gold chain and a will from 1516… Could it link Tyrell to the lost princes? Or is it just another red herring? Watch now to uncover what we do know—and decide for yourself whether Tyrell was a murderer, or just another convenient scapegoat. Read more here: https://medievalmatt.substack.com/p/a-damning-discovery What’s your verdict? Drop your thoughts in the comments! #PrincesInTheTower #JamesTyrell #TudorHistory #UnsolvedMysteries #TowerOfLondon #EdwardV #RichardIII #Yorkist #TudorCrime #HistoryMystery #TudorConspiracies #BritishHistory #OnThisDay #HistoricalWhodunnit…

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Witchcraft, Storms, and a Marriage 3:16

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The Marriage of James VI and Anne of Denmark A royal wedding… a stormy sea… and a witch hunt that would echo through history. When Anne of Denmark tried to sail to Scotland to join her new husband, King James VI, disaster struck. Fierce storms battered her fleet, whispers of witchcraft spread like wildfire, and before long, women were being accused, tortured, and executed. Was it just bad weather? Or was something more sinister at play? In this podcast, we explore the strange and stormy beginnings of James and Anne’s marriage, the Copenhagen Witch Trials, and how this fateful voyage may have sparked one of the most notorious witch-hunting obsessions in royal history. Join me as we untangle the myths, the accusations, and the real history behind it all. Let me know your thoughts in the comments—were the storms just a twist of fate, or did they set the stage for a darker chapter in James VI’s reign? #Witchcraft #TudorHistory #JamesVI #AnneOfDenmark #WitchTrials #NorthBerwickWitchTrials #ScottishHistory #HistoricalMysteries #Daemonologie #EarlyModernHistory #HistoryYouTube #OnThisDay #WitchHunt…

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The Brutality Beyond Hanging, Drawing & Quartering 4:58

6 weeks ago4:58

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Think hanging, drawing and quartering was as bad as it got? Think again. In this chilling follow-up, we dive into some of the lesser-known but equally gruesome methods of execution used during the Tudor period. From boiling people alive to crushing them slowly under immense weight, the Tudors certainly knew how to make a statement. Join me as I explore these brutal punishments and the stories behind them. Some were designed to instil fear, others to send a clear political or religious message—but all are harrowing reminders of a darker side to Tudor justice. Which of these punishments do you find the most disturbing? Share your thoughts in the comments! #TudorHistory #TudorExecutions #AnneBoleynFiles #DarkHistory #HistoryUncovered #GruesomeHistory #MedievalPunishments #TudorCrimeAndPunishment #HistoryYouDidntKnow #ExecutionMethods…

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The Full Traitor’s Death – Hanging, Drawing & Quartering 3:50

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The Tudors were infamous for their brutal punishments, but none were more terrifying than the full traitor’s death—hanging, drawing, and quartering. Reserved for those guilty of high treason, this gruesome execution was designed not just to punish but to serve as a chilling warning to all. But what did it actually involve? Step by horrifying step, I’ll take you through the brutal process—from being dragged through the streets to the unimaginable suffering of disembowelment, and finally, the gruesome fate of the traitor’s body. This is not for the faint-hearted! - Who suffered this terrifying fate? - Why was it carried out in such a public spectacle? - And what made this punishment so feared in the Tudor era? Stay tuned until the end—because this is just the beginning. In Part 2, I’ll be covering other brutal execution methods, including beheading, boiling alive, and pressing to death. If you found this podcast fascinating, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more gripping Tudor history! #TudorHistory #HangingDrawingQuartering #BrutalExecutions #DarkHistory #Tudors #HistoryLovers #MedievalPunishments #GruesomeHistory #Treason #AnneBoleynFiles…

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Burnt for His Beliefs 2:57

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The Execution of George van Parris under Edward VI The reign of Edward VI is often seen as a time of Protestant reform, but it was also a period of religious persecution. On 24th or 25th April 1551, George van Parris was burned at the stake—not for being Catholic, but for holding radical Protestant beliefs. A Flemish surgeon living in London, van Parris was condemned for Arianism, the belief that Jesus was created by God rather than being divine. His case was debated by some of the most powerful reformers of the time, including Archbishop Cranmer and Bishop Ridley. Even King Edward VI recorded his execution in his journal. His story is one of forgotten Tudor executions, showing that even in a Protestant England, straying too far from accepted doctrine could cost you your life. Was this execution justified, or a step too far? Let me know your thoughts in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more Tudor history deep dives! #TudorHistory #EdwardVI #ReligiousPersecution #GeorgeVanParris #Heretic #TudorExecutions #Cranmer #Ridley #TudorEngland #History…

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Tudor Wicked Women: Villains or Victims? 6:10

7 weeks ago6:10

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Tudor history is full of ‘wicked women’—but were they truly wicked, or simply women who refused to conform? From Anne Boleyn, accused of adultery and treason, to Catherine Howard, condemned for her past, and Lettice Knollys, who dared to marry Robert Dudley, history has painted many Tudor women as villains. But was their greatest crime simply being outspoken, ambitious, or politically savvy in a world that feared powerful women? Join me as I uncover the truth behind these so-called wicked women of the Tudor era. Were they villains—or victims of a world that refused to tolerate female power? Let me know what you think in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more Tudor history deep dives! #TudorHistory #WickedWomen #AnneBoleyn #CatherineHoward #LetticeKnollys #MaryQueenOfScots #HiddenHistories #TudorScandals #WomenInHistory #TudorQueens #TudorEngland…

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A Power-hungry Schemer 5:12

8 weeks ago5:12