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Tudors Dynasty

RedTop Media / Rebecca Larson

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Love the Tudor dynasty, or royal history in general? We interview your favorite historians and authors as well as tell you the stories of the era and beyond. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/support
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Conversations on art, faith, life and of course coffee with people you want to know. These conversations are all about providing encouragement, wisdom and inspiration from people you may otherwise never meet. They might be your next door neighbor, an artist around the corner, or possibly someone you already know but would like to know better. Join us each week as we discuss these ideas and more during Coffee Time Conversations.
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Media Confidential

Prospect Magazine

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Alan Rusbridger and Lionel Barber—two of the world’s greatest editors—dive into the hugely important world of media. What—and who—drives it? What do they get right... And what do they get wrong? Lionel, former editor of the Financial Times, and Alan, editor of Prospect and former editor of the Guardian, will bring you revealing, high profile interviews and in-depth discussion. Media Confidential is a Fresh Air production for Prospect Magazine. Enjoy one-month's free trial to Prospect's digit ...
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Retro Tea Break

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Bite sized Tech Tales told by the people who shaped the industry. Video game designers, artists, musicians and more. Grab a cuppa and enjoy a moment of living tech history. Hosted by Neil from the popular YouTube channel RMC.
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Soulmates & Smut

Soulmates & Smut

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The world of romance movies and books is marketed predominantly to women, and yet is often seen as less than ‘real’ art. Loz is the apprentice, she has avoided romance entertainment most of her life. Em is the master, she’s a life-long lover of the genre. Together they are on a journey to discover, celebrate, (and often disagree!) about the movies and books of this complex, spicy, misunderstood, and yet deeply satisfying genre. Insta: @soulmatesandsmut Email: soulmatesandsmut@gmail.com Music ...
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S3:E21 - Rebecca & Emma The No Need for Prince Charming podcast is proudly brought to you by City Fertility and Solo Mum Society. Meet Rebecca and her gorgeous daughter Emma. After focusing on her career, travelling and enjoying life, Rebecca realised something was missing. After being inspired by Fifi Box’s story she decided she could become a mum…
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History has a way of repeating itself. In this episode, I'm joined by Matthew Lewis to explore just that. While the Peasants' Revolt of 1381 may seem like a distant event, its echoes resonate with issues we face today. We'll also draw fascinating parallels to the Tudor era, particularly the Pilgrimage of Grace, and uncover the recurring patterns in…
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The No Need for Prince Charming podcast is proudly brought to you by City Fertility and Solo Mum Society. Kimberley never doubted that she would be a mum one day - she was the one at family BBQs playing with the babies rather than the other children her age. She was living in London, and after much reflection, she ended her civil union and decided …
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In this episode we uncover the untold stories of two powerful yet often overlooked women. Discover the tragedy and resilience of Eleanor de Bohun, Duchess of Gloucester, whose life was torn apart by political intrigue, and meet Blanche of Navarre, Queen of France, who found herself at the center of a royal succession crisis. Tune in to hear how the…
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In this episode of Media Confidential Q&A, Alan Rusbridger and Lionel Barber dig into the mailbox to tackle listeners' questions about the media industry. The topics on the table this week: what led to the downfall of the London Evening Standard? Will newspapers be able to afford their foreign correspondents in future? Are traditional journalistic …
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Alan and Lionel are joined by Yale history professor and leading scholar of Soviet Russia, Tim Snyder. Snyder’s new book, On Freedom, explores the risks to shared freedom in a ‘post-truth’ world. He argues that a rise of disinformation and fake news—coupled with the weakening of reliable media sources and local news—has undermined established truth…
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In this episode, I'm joined by special guest Sharon Bennett Connolly to delve into the fascinating story of Perkin Warbeck, the infamous pretender to the English throne. We'll explore Warbeck's rebellion, his audacious attempt to claim Exeter, and the compelling role his wife, Lady Katherine Gordon, played in his quest for legitimacy. Sharon's webs…
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Today, I’m thrilled to welcome back Dr. Emma for another deep dive into one of our favorite subjects—Katherine of Aragon! As always, our conversation branches into so many fascinating Tudor topics that it’s hard to list them all. But this episode is fittingly titled Katherine of Aragon: The Queen of Queens, because the more we discuss her, the more…
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The No Need for Prince Charming podcast is proudly brought to you by Solo Mum Society In this episode, I chat all things menopause and perimenopause with the fabulous Sofia da Silva, a medical intuitive and spiritual coach. As women, we will all go through this at some point, so Sofia shares some great insights on what’s involved and how we can pre…
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Rather than our usual This Week in Royal History segment, I’ve decided to spotlight two remarkable women from this week in history. I hope you enjoy diving into the fascinating lives of these extraordinary queens: Maria Amalia of Saxony and Elizabeth of Bohemia. -- Looking for a commercial-free experience? Please consider becoming a patron on Patre…
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In this episode of Media Confidential Q&A, Alan and Lionel return with the answers to all your burning questions and shed some light on the inner workings of the media industry. This week: why is the BBC is constantly chasing gen Z audiences, even though young people consume media in other ways? And when does the non-mainstream media become so big …
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One of my favorite places in the whole world is the medieval ponds at Cadhay House in Devon. The owner, Rupert Thistlethwayte sat down with me for a chat about the history of this picturesque Tudor estate, and give some hints at conspiracy in Devon. Rupert even dubbed me his US Ambassador to Cadhay! Devon held many notable families of the time like…
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Alan Rusbridger and Lionel Barber talk to NYT tech journalists Kate Conger and Ryan Mac about their new book Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter. The editors also explore the tumult at the Jewish Chronicle, a newspaper now plagued with allegations of fake news and a decline in journalistic standards. With four of its top columnists res…
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You may recognize the name Susanna Horenbout, but how much do you really know about her story? Today, I'm excited to have Dr. Emma, our resident art historian, with us to dive into the fascinating life of this remarkable artist and explore her connections to the Tudor court and beyond! -- Looking for a commercial-free experience? How about early ac…
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S3:E23 - Kathryn and James - Part 2 The No Need for Prince Charming podcast is proudly brought to you by City Fertility and Solo Mum Society. Kathryn is back! In this episode we catch up with Kathryn five months after she had her gorgeous son James and after they have just returned from Europe. We chat about how she is finding early solo motherhood…
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Alan and Lionel return with their weekly Media Confidential: Questions and Answers show to tackle your burning questions and shed some light on the inner workings of the media industry. This week the two former newspaper editors discuss why Prince Harry continues to be targeted by the print media in the UK, what the return on inverstment is for a d…
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I'm thrilled to welcome the incredible Dr. Emma Cahill Marron back to the podcast! This time, we're diving into the life of Katherine of Aragon and exploring how her influence helped shape the Tudor court. We even had a fascinating revelation: Katherine and other formidable women of her era were true pioneers of marketing!-- Looking for a commercia…
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According to the writer, historian and activist Rebecca Solnit, US media are failing to cover Donald Trump properly. “His incapacity to be coherent is pretty much hidden from the public, unless they’re listening directly or reading alternative media,” she says. Solnit, whose essay Men Explain Things To Me inspired the word “mansplaining”, says she’…
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In this episode, I am joined by the amazingly talented actress, Aurora Dawon-Hunte to discuss Elizabeth Seymour. Aurora played Elizabeth Seymour alongside Ben Miles in the stage adaptation of The Mirror and the Light. Aurora Dawson-Hunte (she doesn't have a professional social media account) -- Credits: Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Aurora Dawson-Hun…
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S3:E22 - Kathryn - Part 1 The No Need for Prince Charming podcast is proudly brought to you by Solo Mum Society. Meet Kathryn In this episode we meet Kathryn who will be meeting her baby in approximately three weeks time. This is a fantastic episode to learn about the emotional and mental journey Kathryn went through to decide to become a solo mum …
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Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we delve into the captivating stories of royals from around the world and across the centuries. This week we cover the following people: Thomas of Woodstock, Duke of Gloucester Elizabeth Stuart James IV of Scotland Charles II of Orleans Empress Matilda Henrietta Maria of France, Queen of England Eleanor …
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Alan and Lionel introduce a brand new, weekly bonus episode of Media Confidential. Every Sunday they answer listeners’ questions about how the media really works. In the first show they contemplate the rise of the Mail Online, assess the role played by the right-wing media in this summer’s riots, and much, much more. Plus, the big question: who was…
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Sudeley Castle, the final home of Kateryn Parr and Thomas Seymour, carries a deep connection to their story. Granted to Thomas when he was created Baron Seymour of Sudeley by his nephew, Edward VI, in 1547, the castle became a place of both joy and sorrow. It was here that Parr passed away on September 5, 1548, shortly after giving birth to their d…
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X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has become the champion of free speech—but at what cost? During a summer of unrest in the UK, a hornet’s nest of hatred was stirred up on X. Elon Musk himself gave the nest a good kicking when he provocatively claimed that the UK was heading to civil war. And when Alan responded with a column …
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One of the absolute highlights of my trip to England was spending time with Ben and George Miles. They were such a blast that I just had to sit down with them for a chat. You might know Ben Miles from The Crown or Napoleon, but he’s also renowned for his portrayal of Thomas Cromwell in Hilary Mantel's stage adaptation of her trilogy. George, an inc…
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Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we delve into the captivating stories of royals from around the world and across the centuries. This week we cover the following people: Anne Boleyn Anna Sophie of Denmark King Richard I Eleanor of Portugal Joan of England Alexander III of Scotland Louis VIII of France Isabel Neville John I, Duke of Clev…
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In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome the wonderful Dr. Emma Cahill Marron back to the show, this time as our host! Emma will be joined by Alejandro Vergara-Sharp, a fellow American and Senior Curator of Flemish and Northern European Paintings at the Prado Museum. Together, they’ll delve into the concept of quality in art, inspired by Alejandr…
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**Best viewed as video! Available on YouTube and Spotify. I had the privilege of visiting the ruins of Berry Pomeroy Castle in England, a site with a fascinating history that piqued my interest, particularly because it was originally purchased by Edward Seymour, the 1st Duke of Somerset and Lord Protector. During my visit, I was fortunate to receiv…
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Bonus Episode 17 - Interview with Kiara Schuh, author of "Chosen Family" and donor conceived daughter of an SMBC The No Need for Prince Charming podcast is proudly brought to you by Solo Mum Society. Meet Kiara, the author of the fabulous book "Chosen Family", which details her search to connect with her donor siblings. In this fabulous episode, Ki…
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Welcome to This Week in Royal History, where we delve into the captivating stories of royals from around the world and across the centuries. This week we cover: Margaret of Anjou Lady Catherine Grey Anne d'Orleans Arthur III, Duke of Brittany Anna of Brandenburg Eleanor of England Louis XI of France ⁠Looking for a commercial-free experience?⁠ Want …
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Today I am joined by the amazingly wonderful Dr. James Taffe to discuss what it meant to serve the Tudors. This is such a broad subject and his research is quite amazing that I cannot wait to share with this interview - you just never know what I am going to ask, right!? Serving the Tudors Courting Scandal Christmas with the Tudors -- Credits: Host…
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The dissolution of the monasteries profoundly reshaped England and enriched Henry VIII's treasury. Today, I explore Torre Abbey, which the king closed in 1539, and visit the Spanish Barn on its grounds, where remarkable stories from Elizabeth I's reign come to life. https://www.torre-abbey.org.uk/ -- Interested in joining me on a tour of England in…
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