Tudors Dynasty

Hosted ByRebecca Larson

This podcast is for the serious (or not so serious) Tudor fanatic.

Hi! I am Rebecca Larson, a mom, wife, professional genealogist, and armchair historian.

My passion for the Tudor dynasty began during the research of my own family history. While working on my maternal grandmother’s side of the family I had traced them back to Margaret Tudor, sister to Henry Vlll and queen consort of Scotland. How exciting – related to the Tudors! — Unfortunately, no. I wish I could say I’m related to the Tudors…but I’m not. I had missed an error is one of the branches of my tree which led me away from the Tudor line. That is what started my interest in learning more about the Tudors, all things Tudors and monarchs in general.


All Episodes

Tudors Dynasty | A Brief History: Henry VII

This episode provides a brief overview of the life of the first Tudor monarch, Henry VII. It delves into his origins, explores his marriage alliance, examines his offspring, and...

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Tudors Dynasty | Secret Weapon of Katherine of Aragon: Parrots!

Today I am joined by art historians Mell Taylor and Dr. Emma Cahill Marron to explore the earliest appearance of the portrayal of parrots in medieval and early modern...

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Tudors Dynasty | 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...

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Tudors Dynasty | 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 first queen...

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Tudors Dynasty | 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. —...

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