Renaissance English History Podcast: A Show About the Tudors

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Episode 214: The Untold Story of Elizabeth Stafford Nov 14, 2023

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Let's talk about the captivating life of Elizabeth Stafford, a formidable figure in Tudor history. The Duchess of Norfolk lived a life marked by passion, defiance, and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. As we unravel her story, from her early years intertwined with the Tudor court's intrigues to her tumultuous marriage with Thomas Howard, Duke of Norfolk, we explore the complexities of her character and the era she lived in.

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Episode 212: Thomas Audley Oct 19, 2023

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In this episode we'll talk about Thomas Audley, one of the few men who had real power around Henry VIII, and managed to survive!

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Episode 207: Empson and Dudley Aug 30, 2023

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It's really nice when you have people who will do your dirty work and implement the policies you come up with that are super unpopular, so they get the blame and you're free. Right? Isn't that a cool deal to have? Only problem is when you're those guys doing the work, and your protector dies, and the next guy comes in and wants to show how he'll change everything... oops.

Let's talk about Henry VII's implementation team: Empson and Dudley.

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Episode 206: Edward VI Aug 23, 2023

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In this episode we dive into the reign of Edward VI, which is often overlooked, sandwiched as it was between that of his father, and his sister, unkindly remembered as Bloody Mary. But it was still really important! Massive religious changes! Poor laws! Whitewashing all the medieval history out of churches! Rebellions! Let's dig in...

The book I talked about with Kett's Rebellion is Tombland by CJ Samson.

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Episode 205: Alice Spencer Aug 16, 2023

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Uncover the life and influence of Alice Spencer, Countess of Derby. Far from being just a name in historical records, Alice played a significant role in the cultural and social life of her time. From her lineage to her patronage of the arts, discover the untold story of this remarkable Tudor woman. Dive deep into the intrigues, alliances, and passions that shaped her world and understand why Alice Spencer deserves her place in the annals of Tudor history.

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Book recommendation: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-Influence-Spectacular-Spencer-England-ebook/dp/B0B3Y948PF/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1692210070&sr=8-1

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Episode 203: Micheline White on Katherine Parr and Henry's Doodles Aug 13, 2023

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In this episode, we chat with Micheline White, who has been in the news recently for some "doodles" she discovered of Henry VIII in a prayer book Katherine Parr had given him. Thanks to Micheline for being on the show, and sharing her research!

Micheline White is an Associate Professor in the College of the Humanities and the Department of English. She began teaching at Carleton as an Assistant Professor in 1998. She completed a B.A. (honours) in English Literature at the University of Toronto in 1989 and then moved to Aomori, Japan, where she taught English at a Japanese High-school for a year. She received an M.A. in English Literature from the University of Ottawa in 1992 and a Ph.D. in English Literature from Loyola University Chicago in May 1998. Her main field of study is English Renaissance literature, and she is particularly interested in women’s writing and Reformation history. She has published several recent articles on Katherine Parr.

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Episode 204: Arbella Stuart Aug 09, 2023

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Let's dive into the captivating story of Arbella Stuart, the Tudor-era royal often overlooked by history. Born into a lineage of power and ambition, Arbella's life was marked by political intrigue, imprisonments, and a daring escape.

📘 Recommended Reading:

Arbella: England's Lost Queen by Sarah Gristwood

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Episode 202: The Great Northern Progress Jul 27, 2023

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In this episode, Henry goes on vacation! It's summertime - time to get out of London, and see the sights in the countryside. Take your bride on a lovely honeymoon through the Midlands to Yorkshire. Honestly, there's no more beautiful place in the world in summer than Yorkshire. Maybe make it a bit of a working holiday, and arrange a diplomatic meeting with your nephew. Remind the rebels from a few years ago who's in charge...

Henry left London in the summer of 1541 with high spirits and big plans! Let's take a look at his great Northern Progress in this episode.

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Margaret Douglas: The Tudor Matriarch and Her Unyielding Will Jul 12, 2023

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Let's discuss the life and legacy of Margaret Douglas, the influential Tudor figure who maneuvered through a tumultuous era with steadfast determination. This episode explores her complex relationships with Queen Elizabeth and Mary, Queen of Scots, her persistent pursuit of her family's rights, and her unparalleled resilience in the face of repeated adversities.

Transcript at https://www.englandcast.com/2024/11/episode-200-margaret-douglas-and-her-uniyelding-will/

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Henry Courtenay and the Exeter Conspiracy Jul 05, 2023

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Things at court in the late 1530's were murky and filled with politics. There was potential war with France and Spain. Rebellion was brewing, both at home and abroad. And into this mess entered Henry Courtenay, a cousin to the King. Let's discuss.

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