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Wars of the Roses Week: Jacquetta of Luxembourg (2) Aug 23, 2024

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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 in the Castle

02:24 The War of the Roses Begins

04:49 The Battle of Sandwich

06:10 Captured and Released

11:39 Margaret's Vengeful Campaign

14:05 Switching Allegiances

18:20 Elizabeth's Secret Royal Marriage

19:28 The Rise of the Woodvilles

22:45 Warwick's Vendetta Against the Woodvilles

26:14 The Downfall and Arrest for Witchcraft

34:18 Jaquetta's Legacy and Final Years

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Wars of the Roses Week: Jacquetta of Luxembourg (1) Aug 23, 2024

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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's significant wealth, and the eventual shift in power dynamics that led to the Wars of the Roses. We'll elaborate on her prolific motherhood, her close relationship with Queen Margaret of Anjou, and the political turmoil involving King Henry VI. The episode combines historical facts with light-hearted commentary, setting the stage for the continued exploration of Jaquetta's fascinating life.

00:00 Introduction to Queens Podcast: Wars of the Roses Week

00:42 Revisiting Jaquetta of Luxembourg

01:54 Jaquetta's Early Life and Family Background

04:55 The Mythical Ancestry of Jaquetta's Family

06:58 The Hundred Years' War Context

11:35 Jaquetta's First Marriage to John, Duke of Bedford

20:34 Challenges in France and John's Death

23:37 A Forbidden Love Blossoms

28:06 Rise in Royal Favor

28:58 Endless Babies and War Duties

35:13 Henry VI's Mental Collapse

36:50 The Yorks vs. The Lancasters

46:09 A New Castle and Conclusion

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History's Mysteries: Mary Queen of Scots Tarot reading Aug 21, 2024

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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, Lord Darnley. With tarot readings and historical insights, Tandy guides the conversation into the complexities of Mary's relationships and the dramatic events that marked her reign. Don't miss this fascinating blend of history and spirituality!

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Louise of Savoy (Patreon rerun) Aug 07, 2024

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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 marriage, and how she bossed up as a widow. She and Margaret of Austria were like the dynamic duo of diplomacy, hammering out the Treaty of Cambrai. So, grab your wine and let's get into this queen's story of resilience, star-gazing, and serious influence on French history!

01:45 Louise's Early Life and Family Background

03:10 Political Marriages and Early Challenges

14:51 Life with Charles and His Mistresses

20:48 Widowhood and Political Maneuvering

25:27 Royal Births and Gender Politics

26:39 King Louis XII's Death and Louise's Journal

29:23 Louise's Regency and Diplomatic Maneuvers

33:49 The Peace Train and Treaty Negotiations

37:51 The Ladies of Peace and Final Treaty

45:44 Legacy and Final Years

A couple of useful sources:

https://www.monstrousregimentofwomen.com/2015/09/louise-of-savoy-kings-mother-and-regent.html

https://thefreelancehistorywriter.com/2022/06/10/the-remarkable-journal-of-louise-de-savoie-a-guest-post-by-keira-morgan/

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Duchess Marie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin Jul 24, 2024

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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, gossip, and power moves of their ritzy life. This one is a patreon rerun after the Mathilde Kschessinska episode we did in 2022.

Enjoy!

Time stamps:

00:39 Marie Mecklenburg: The Only Romanoff to Escape with Her Jewels

01:26 Early Life and Family Tragedies

05:58 Marie's Marriage and Defiance

15:46 Revolts and Assassination Attempts

18:21 Power Struggles and Family Drama

22:10 Rasputin and Hemophilia: A Royal Dilemma

24:43 Rumors of a Coup and Rasputin's Influence

26:13 The Russian Revolution: Time to Flee

32:26 Smuggling Jewels: A Clever Escape

40:22 Final Days and Legacy

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Matilda of Scotland (Patreon episode) Jul 10, 2024

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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 queens of her time. Enjoy, y'alll!

Time stamps:

01:32 Introducing Matilda of Scotland

02:21 Matilda's Early Life and Family

11:41 Education at the Abbey

17:53 Rumors and Return to Scotland

23:09 The War That Changed Everything

27:13 Escape to England

30:49 Henry's Quest for a Queen

36:50 The Nun Controversy

39:11 A Popular Queen

44:56 Legacy of Edith Matilda

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Pride Month: Christina of Sweden part 2 Jun 27, 2024

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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 we dive into her reign, her dramatic exit from royalty, her Roman escapades, and her legacy as the original hipster queen who loved stirring the pot. Let's get into it!

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Pride Month and Christina of Sweden

02:41 The Lavish Coronation Ceremony

05:34 Christina's Vision for Sweden

10:01 Christina's Relationship with Rene Descartes

25:24 The Dramatic Abdication Ceremony

29:14 Life After Abdication

32:48 Conversion to Catholicism

33:17 Invitation from the Pope

36:18 Christina's Relationship with Cardinal Azzolino

40:04 Conflict with the French

43:39 The Execution of Monadeschi

48:08 Return to Sweden

51:11 Final Years in Rome

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Pride Month: Christina of Sweden part 1 Jun 26, 2024

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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 navigates the world during her regency she has to figure out who she can trust and learns that she likes breaking a rule or two.

Timestamps:

00:47 Meet Christina of Sweden

01:07 The Swedish 60 Cocktail Recipe

02:26 Christina's Early Life and Family Background

04:03 Gustav's War Efforts and Maria Eleonora's Struggles

10:27 Christina's Birth and Early Challenges

19:58 Christina's Education and Upbringing

25:24 Christina's Unconventional Regency

26:26 A Mother's Grief and a Daughter's Isolation

34:40 Christina's Tomboy Rebellion

37:28 Ending the 30 Years War

43:43 A Controversial Relationship

47:18 Christina's Coronation and Future

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https://headstuff.org/culture/history/queen-christina-of-sweden-lesbian-troublemaker/

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Pride Month: Freddie Mercury Jun 20, 2024

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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 about his larger-than-life persona on stage, the people he loved, his journey with his identity and his fight against AIDS. We'll take you on Queen's trip to stardom, performances that shook the globe like Live Aid, and how they changed pop culture forever. We end with a shout-out to Freddie's never-ending echo in the music universe.

Timestamps:

00:32 Freddie Mercury: Early Life and Background

03:40 Freddie's Musical Beginnings

10:29 Formation of Queen

26:22 Rise to Fame: Bohemian Rhapsody and Beyond

35:50 Freddie Mercury's Party Persona

36:20 Queen's Musical Journey: 1975-1978

40:26 Freddie's Transformation in the 80s

42:47 Queen's Struggles and Freddie's Party Life

52:45 Live Aid: The Comeback of Queen

57:00 Freddie's Final Years and Legacy

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Pride Month: Ludwig II of Bavaria Jun 12, 2024

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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 - his obsession with Wagner's operas, that engagement that didn't quite make it, and all the political drama. Plus, we're tackling the controversial mystery of his way-too-early goodbye. So, grab your crowns and join us as we celebrate the legacy of this fascinating king.

00:00 Introduction to Pride Month and Ludwig of Bavaria

01:33 Early Life of Ludwig: A Royal Childhood

03:01 Ludwig's Eccentric Personality and Interests

13:45 Ludwig's Relationship with Prince Paul

18:50 Ludwig's Obsession with Richard Wagner

26:58 Failed Engagement

29:59 Ludwig's Extravagant Castles

37:25 The Conspiracy to Depose Ludwig

43:01 Mysterious Death of Ludwig II

53:28 Ludwig's Legacy

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