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A Brief History: Bess of Hardwick
This is one woman from Tudor history who deserves her story to be told. This episode is to give you a taste of the incomparable Bess of Hardwick. The…
2 years, 5 months ago
First Wife of Henry VIII: Katherine of Aragon
Katherine of Aragon, the first wife of King Henry VIII, left a profound and lasting legacy that goes far beyond her role as the mother of England's f…
2 years, 5 months ago
From English Princess to French Queen: The Departure of Mary Tudor
In this 5 Minute History Episode we look at the departure of Princess Mary Tudor (daughter of Henry VII) to France for her wedding to King Louis XII.…
2 years, 5 months ago
Tudor History: The Birth of Henry, Duke of Cornwall
On the 1st of January 1511, a son was born... As the first wife of Henry VIII, Katherine of Aragon was expected to give her husband a son and heir. O…
2 years, 5 months ago
Hans Holbein: Masterful Artistry Unveiled
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Kate Heard about the most prolific and exceptional artist at the court of Henry VIII...Hans Holbein.
Dr. Heard …
2 years, 5 months ago
5 Minute History: Understanding the New Year Celebrations
In our last interview with Dr. James Taffe we talked about Christmas with the Tudors, but we also briefly mentioned New Year's traditions. This episo…
2 years, 5 months ago
Poets at the Court of Henry VIII
This episode is not just about the poets at Tudor court—it's also packed with cool bits of Tudor history. We'll also discuss women poets like Madge S…
2 years, 5 months ago
Frost Fairs: A Distraction from the Winter Blues
It's that time of year when many of us are in the midst of the winter months...maybe it's cold where you live, or maybe you have a bunch of snow to d…
2 years, 6 months ago
Christmas with the Tudors!
In this episode, Rebecca engages in a delightful conversation with Dr. James Taffe, exploring the enchanting realm of Tudor Christmas. Uncover the fa…
2 years, 6 months ago
5 Minute History: Feast of Saint Nicholas and Krampus
Welcome back to another episode of 5 Minute History! Today we look at Saint Nicholas, and in particular the celebration of his life on the 6th of Dec…
2 years, 6 months ago