Podcast: Tudors Dynasty

Tudors Dynasty | Hands-On History: Performing Tudor Music

The music of the Tudors lends a hint into the personality and character of its composer. Henry VIII was known as quite the musician, and Anne Boleyn was said to have the voice of a siren. On this HoH, Heather chats with Jay Britton, founder of The Tudor Songbook – a classically trained soprano with…

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Tudors Dynasty | In Search of a Kingdom

Steph returns for Ask the Expert with guest Lauren Bergreen to discuss the topic of his new book, In Search of a Kingdom. This book is: an exploration narrative of Queen Elizabeth’s favorite pirate, Sir Francis Drake, whose mastery of the seas changed the course of history—as a pirate raiding Spanish galleons, as the first…

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Tudors Dynasty | Rumors and Gossip: The Princes in the Tower – Part One

Lacey Bonar Hull returns with a two-part episode on the princes in the Tower. For the first time on this show we have all three experts here to discuss and debate this hot topic. Dr Nicola Tallis, (Margaret Beaufort) Matthew Lewis (Richard III) and Nathen Amin (Henry VII) on history’s best whodunnit! — Credits: Hosted…

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Tudors Dynasty | Becoming Elizabeth – Episode Eight: I Want to be Queen

Christine Morgan joins us for her final installment on the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. This episode, the last in the series, takes a deep look at what we saw, what it meant, and what we can hope for in the future. Christine’s theater experience has given a perspective on the series you couldn’t find anywhere…

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Tudors Dynasty | Sister of a Queen, and Wife of a Tudor: Catherine Woodville

Elizabeth Woodville left her mark on history as queen consort of King Edward IV. Her sister Catherine, on the other hand, became a figure in the shadows. In this Ask the Expert, Steph chats with historian and author Susan Higginbotham, about a figure you may not know much about, but you should. Catherine Woodville. Sister…

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Tudors Dynasty | Becoming Elizabeth – Episode Seven: Her Duty As A Princess

After a week off from Becoming Elizabeth, we were all ready for Episode 7. Christine joins us again this week and gives us the ins and out of what we watched. Strap in for a wild ride through history! — Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on Tudors Dynasty! Shop Tudors Dynasty…

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Tudors Dynasty | The Sisters Boleyn: Mary and Anne

While it’s been some time since this episode first aired, the drama surrounding the Boleyn sisters has not changed. Take a listen to historian Christine Morgan and I revisit a chat about two women who have captivated our imaginations for centuries – The Sisters Boleyn. From the May 2019 archives. — Love the Tudors? Read…

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Tudors Dynasty | Hands-On History: Rosenbach Museum & Library

In this episode of HoH, Heather chats with Dr. Alexander Lawrence Ames. Dr. Ames is the Associate Curator at the Rosenbach Museum & Library in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Rosenbach creates programs and exhibitions inspired by a collection of nearly 400,000 rare books, manuscripts, and fine and decorative arts objects, including some of the best-known literary…

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Tudors Dynasty | Lady Jane Grey: Who Served the Nine Days Queen?

In this episode, a friend to the show Dr. James Taffe joins us to discuss one of the most intriguing women in Tudor history, Lady Jane Grey. Sit back and listen to his wonderful research on the woman who has captured our imaginations for centuries. Read Article Credits: Hosted by: Dr. James Taffee – Twitter…

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Tudors Dynasty | Becoming Elizabeth – Episode Six: The End of Thomas Seymour

The most wonderful Christine Morgan joins is back to give her brilliant insight into episode six of the Starz series, Becoming Elizabeth. Christine’s background in theater and on the stage gives her an eye for details you may not have noticed. As usual, Christine gives us amazing insight that you will not get anywhere else….

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