Queens Podcast
Katy and Nathan pair cocktails with amazing women of history, sharing their stories and celebrating their achievements. Each episode highlights a different historical figure while mixing a themed drink. It's a fun and educational blend of history and mixology.
Episodes
Anne Bonny & Mary Read: Pirate Queens with Greg Jenner (You're Dead to Me)
We've got a VERY special guest aboard the Queens ship! Greg Jenner, historian, author, and host of the BBC's You're Dead to Me, joins Katy and Nathan to discuss two of the most infamous women of the Golden Age of Piracy: Anne Bonny and Mary Read.
Were Anne and Mary besties? Lovers? Just two women trying to make it in a very dangerous, very male-dominated world? The historical record is messy, the
Mary I of England Part 2
Mary Tudor has already lost her title, her mother, and any illusion that her father is going to come to his senses. And somehow… things are about to get even messier.
In Part 2, Anne Boleyn is out, Mary is bullied into submission, and she's finally welcomed back into Henry VIII’s good graces. We follow her through new stepmothers, the brutal execution of Margaret Pole, and an uneasy reconciliatio
Mary I of England (Part 1)
Before she became Mary I of England, the queen history remembers as “Bloody Mary,” Mary Tudor was Henry VIII’s beloved only daughter.
Born to Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon in 1516, Mary grew up ridiculously educated, wildly privileged, and fully expecting to become a queen.
Then came the King’s Great Matter.
As Henry fought to end his marriage to Catherine and marry Anne Boleyn, Mary’s wor
Eleanor of Aquitaine with Right Answers Mostly
Eleanor of Aquitaine was Queen of France, Queen of England, Duchess of Aquitaine, mother to Richard the Lionheart and King John, and one of the most powerful women of the Middle Ages.
While we get our Season 10 premiere ready, we’re sharing Katy’s visit to Right Answers Mostly, where she joined hosts Tess Bellomo and Claire Donald to tell the story of Eleanor’s marriages to Louis VII and Henry II
Ann Richards (Patreon rerun)
Before there was Dubya, there was Ann Richards the sharp-tongued, silver-haired Democrat who went from schoolteacher to Governor of Texas.
Ann Richards battled alcoholism, got sober, transformed the Texas Treasury, and became a national political star after her unforgettable speech at the 1988 Democratic National Convention. But first, she had to survive one of the wildest gubernatorial races in
Eleanor Cobham & Medieval Witchcraft
This week we're peeking behind the Patreon wall with one of my favorite Katy's Corner episodes!
When Eleanor Cobham, Duchess of Gloucester, was accused of witchcraft in 1441, was she actually casting spells... or simply too close to the English throne at the wrong moment?
We follow Eleanor's rise from noblewoman to one of the most powerful women in England, her romance with Humphrey, Duke of Glo
Maggie Dickson aka Half-Hanged Maggie
She was hanged. Declared dead. Buried... almost.
This week we're sharing one of our favorite stories from the Queens Podcast Patreon vault: the unbelievable tale of Margaret "Half-Hanged Maggie" Dickson, one of the most famous women in Scottish history.
Join us as we travel to Edinburgh's Grassmarket, explore the history behind public executions, body snatchers, and the city's infamous medical s
The Chevalier d'Éon with Historical Homos
This week we're joined by our friend Bash from Historical Homos to tell one of the most unbelievable stories we've ever covered.
Meet the Chevalier d'Éon: an 18th-century French noble who somehow managed to be a spy, soldier, diplomat, bestselling author, blackmailer of the King of France, celebrity fencer, and one of the earliest people in history to have their gender officially recognized by th
Dorothy Martin and the UFO Cult
This week, Katy and Nathan take a break from queens and head into the world of UFO cults.
In 1950s Chicago, housewife Dorothy Martin began receiving messages through automatic writing from beings she believed lived on the planet Clarion. With the help of a small group called the Seekers, she spread a startling prediction: a catastrophic flood would soon destroy Earth, and flying saucers would arr
Alexandra Feodorovna, Part 2 (2026)
In the Season 9 finale of Queens, we're back in Russia with Alexandra Feodorovna, the last Tsarina of the Russian Empire.
When we last left Alexandra, she had married Tsar Nicholas II and stepped into one of the most powerful—and unforgiving—courts in Europe. Now, the pressure to produce an heir, her son Alexei's devastating hemophilia diagnosis, and the arrival of Grigori Rasputin will change th
Alexandra Feodorovna, Part 1 (2026 Redo)
We’re back with a completely reworked and expanded 2026 version of one of our most requested redo episodes: Alexandra Feodorovna, the last empress of Russia.
Originally covered way back in 2018, we realized there was so much more to unpack about the woman who would become the tragic final tsarina of Imperial Russia. So this time, we’re slowing down, diving deeper, and fully embracing the gaudy, d
Caroline of Brunswick 2
We’re back for part 2 in our Caroline of Brunswick series—and the drama only escalates.
After her disastrous marriage to George IV, Caroline becomes Britain’s ultimate “people’s princess” while her husband doubles down on being the worst.
In this episode, we cover the birth of Princess Charlotte, George IV’s infamous will, and how Regency-era tabloids fueled Caroline’s rise in public support. F
Caroline of Brunswick part 1
In this episode of Queens Podcast, we dive into the chaotic early life of Caroline of Brunswick, the future Princess of Wales and one of the most controversial royal figures of the Regency era.
Raised in isolation in the Duchy of Brunswick, Caroline’s childhood was anything but typical—marked by family dysfunction, social restriction, and a deep craving for attention that would follow her into ad
The Fritzl Case: The Most Disturbing True Crime Story
Note: This episode was previously released in our Patreon vault and is now available on the main feed for the first time. TRIGGER WARNING: EVERYTHING.
If you thought you’d heard every shocking true crime story… you haven’t.
In 2008, a case out of Austria stunned the world: a woman held captive for 24 years in a hidden basement by her own father, Josef Fritzl.
In this episode, we break down the
Queen Nzinga
Queen Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba is one of the most formidable rulers in African history, and in this episode of Queens Podcast, Katy and Nathan dive into her extraordinary life.
In this episode, we explore Nzinga’s early life, her tense relationship with her brother, and the political chaos that followed his rule. We also get into her legendary 1622 meeting with the Portuguese governor, where
Isabella of Angoulême
Isabella of Angoulême: The Scandalous Queen of England Who Helped Spark a War
In this episode of Queens Podcast, Katy and Nathan unpack the chaotic life of Isabella of Angoulême, the controversial Queen of England and wife of King John.
Married at just twelve to the 33-year-old king, Isabella’s union helped ignite political turmoil between England and France, contributing to the loss of Normandy
George IV and the Rebel of the Regency (with Ann Foster)
This week’s episode is a crossover we’ve been manifesting forever: Katy welcomes Ann Foster of the Vulgar History podcast for a messy, delightful deep dive into the Regency era—and one of its biggest villains: George IV.
Ann brings the tea from her new book, Rebel of the Regency, as we unpack Regency vibes vs. reality, the absolute chaos of royal relationships, and why Caroline of Brunswick beca
Charlotte of Belgium, part 2
In Part Two of our series on Charlotte of Belgium (Empress Carlota of Mexico)… we wish we had better news.
When we last left our neglected princess, she and her husband, Archduke Maximilian of Austria, had been approached by Napoleon III and offered the crown of Mexico. Charlotte—starved for purpose and convinced this is her destiny—is all in. Max is less sure, but with the blessing of Pope Pius
Wuthering Heights, Part 1 (Katy Reads the Classics)
With a new Wuthering Heights movie on the way (directed by Emerald Fennell), I’m dropping Part One of my Patreon Katy Reads the Classics So You Don’t Have To series on the main feed.
This episode kicks off a six-part recap of Wuthering Heights.
If you’ve always meant to read Wuthering Heights but don’t have time before the movie comes out, I’ve got you. Normally this full six-part series is avai
Charlotte of Belgium part 1
This week, we’re kicking off a two-part series on Charlotte of Belgium (sometimes known as Carlota of Mexico) while sipping on a Ranch Water. In Part One, we meet Charlotte as a beloved child turned purpose-driven young woman, then follow her whirlwind courtship with Archduke Maximilian of Austria and her arrival at the rigid Habsburg court.
If that court sounds familiar, it’s because we’ve been
Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz
Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz was a 17th-century Mexican nun, poet, playwright, composer, and all-around intellectual menace to the patriarchy.
In this episode of Queens Podcast, we trace Sor Juana’s rise from hacienda library goblin to celebrated court intellectual and how she used wit, logic, and theology to argue that women deserved education because women are people. Radical stuff.
Paired with a
Mary Shelley
Today we’re diving into the wildly dramatic life of Mary Shelley, the mother of science fiction and the ultimate OG Goth Girl. From radical feminist and revolutionary parents, to graveyard hookups, to the stormy summer that gave us Frankenstein, Mary’s life was just as haunting as her work.
In this episode, we unpack how Mary Shelley’s grief, genius, and chaotic social circle shaped one of the mo
History's Mysteries: St. Bartholomew's Day massacre
In this episode of History’s Mysteries, we’re diving into one of the bloodiest and most debated events in early modern Europe: the St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre.
Thousands of French Protestants were brutally murdered in August 1572, after what was supposed to be a royal wedding that symbolized peace. Historians have argued for centuries about who was responsible — and today, we’re asking the big
Queens Kiki December 20
Welcome back to another Queens Kiki for December 20, 2025.
This week we’re talking tragic losses, Vanity Fair doing what it does best, horror films finally getting their flowers at the Golden Globes, and the pop culture chaos keeping us afloat.
We break down Rob Reiner’s legacy, dissect the now-infamous Vanity Fair Trump cabinet photo spread, argue (passionately) about whether Michael B. Jordan
Helena Blavatsky part 2
We’re back with Part 2 of our deep dive into Helena Blavatsky—the controversial, chaotic, and endlessly woo woo founder of modern occultism. In this episode, we follow Madame Blavatsky’s journey to America, where she teams up with Henry Steele Olcott and steps fully into her era as a spiritualism celebrity.
From the founding of Theosophy to her many scandals, disputed “miracles,” and the wild amo
Queens Kiki December 5, 2025
Surprise, y'all! It's a kiki on the main feed! Katy and Nathan are stuck at home for the holidays, so obviously we’re talking shit into microphones.
In this series you can expect tarot pulls, feminist history side quests, pop culture rants, internet drama (looking at you, rage bait), and whatever else is living rent-free in our brains this week. Grab a drink, grab your headphones, and come kiki w
Helena Blavatsky part 1
In this episode, we dive into the chaotic, controversial, and extremely entertaining life of Helena Blavatsky — the 19th-century mystic, world traveler, occult celebrity, and eventual co-founder of the Theosophical Society.
But before she became the founder (grifter?) of a major spiritual movement, she was just a kooky little girl born into the Russian aristocracy with a flair for folklore, drama
Zuzu Angel
Welcome back, Queens. Today, we're heading to Brazil to get into the life of the iconic fashion designer turned political activist, Zuzu Angel. In the middle of Brazil’s 1960s–70s military dictatorship, Zuzu turned her runway into a rebellion. Her bright, tropical designs celebrated the culture her government was trying to silence, and when her son was “disappeared” for opposing the regime, she us
Margaret Pole part 3
Here it is, the finale to the wild life of Margaret Pole, Countess of Salisbury and last great Plantagenet. What a rollercoaster it's been. We jump back into Henry VIII’s chaos: Catherine of Aragon cast aside, Anne Boleyn crowned (and gone), Thomas Cromwell on the rise, and our fiercely Catholic Margaret trying to keep her head
We follow Reginald Pole’s “turbo treason” across Europe and watch as
The Ghosts of Warwick Castle
Spooky season is upon us witches and in this Patreon fave we are taking y'all to one of England's oldest (and most haunted?) castles: Warwick Castle. There we'll meet some of their most famous ghosts, talk Victorian era seances and maybe even meet a shapeshifter or two.
Tune into this one for: Wars of the Roses ghosts, Aleister Crowley séances, the ghost of Sir Fulke Greville, gray ladies, rea
Katy's Corner: Perkin Warbeck's Wife Catherine Gordon
Lady Catherine Gordon: Wife of Perkin Warbeck| Tudor & Wars of the Roses History
In this special rerun from Katy’s Corner (originally released to Patreon in 2022), Katy dives into the fascinating, often overlooked life of Lady Katherine Gordon, wife of the infamous pretender Perkin Warbeck — aka the guy who pretended to be Richard Duke of York (of the Princes in the Tower fame).
This episode is
Margaret Pole part 2
Margaret Pole Part II: Countess of Salisbury, Catherine of Aragon’s Bestie & Mary Tudor’s Mentor
In this episode, we track Margaret from a broke widow and Catherine of Aragon’s confidante to a savvy court operator who’s made a Countess in her own right.
But, this is the Tudor era so something wild is always lurking right around the corner. We're talking messy divorce scandals, treasonous dukes
Margaret Pole part 1
Margaret Pole, Pt. 1: The Last Plantagenet Standing
Birthright, backstabbing, barrels of wine, missing princes, and a marriage meant to keep her head attached. All in the early life of Margaret Pole. Join us as we meet a woman who survived the Wars of the Roses only to be thrust into the Tudor Court. You can expect A LOT of drama and omg just so many Edwards.
This episode only brings Maggie int
Janis Joplin
We kick off a brand-new season of Queens Podcast with the one and only Janis Joplin—Port Arthur’s wild child who became a 1960s rock legend. From awkward high-school years in segregated Texas to discovering the blues, to fronting Big Brother & the Holding Company, bringing down the house at Monterey Pop, and flying into Woodstock by helicopter, Katy and Nathan trace the meteoric rise—and heartbrea
Martha Stewart with Right Answers Mostly
Martha Stewart: The Domestic Goddess Who Went to Prison! Martha Stewart isn’t just the queen of centerpieces and perfectly folded napkins — she’s a woman whose life has spanned modeling contracts, Wall Street, billion-dollar empires, federal indictments, and yes… prison at “Camp Cupcake.”
This week, we’re joined by our friends Tess & Claire from Right Answers Mostly to dig into Martha’s remarkab
The White Ship Disaster (patreon re-run)
In 2023, we did a 3-part series on Empress Matilda (icon) and the Anarchy that was her fight for the English throne. But how did England (and Normandy...) end up in this predicament in the first place?
Ladies and gentlemen, we're discussing The White Ship Disaster. You can find more episodes like this on our Patreon and you can listen to our Empress Matilda series at this link.
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Jiutian Xuannü (For the Love of Histor)
Today we have a really cool episode our friend TK from The Love of History let us borrow about a bad ass mythical goddess, Jiutian Xuannü .
Check out for the Love of History here and follower her on Instagram!
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00:00 Introduction and Special Episode Announcement00:43 Welcome to For the Love of History00:54 Valentine's Day and Housekeeping01:39 History BFF Travel Meetup02:42 You
Olga Alexandrovna part 2
In 2023 we covered Dagmar of Denmark aka Maria Feodorovna and after that we went onto our Patreon to discuss her daughter, Olga. Earlier this week we ran an episode covering the first part of her life, and here we are now covering the second half.
Rabbit holes the size of Russia in this one. We're talking Russian Revolution, Rasputin, and so much more.
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00:00 Introduction and Rec
Olga Alexandrovna part 1
In 2023 we covered Dagmar of Denmark aka Maria Feodorovna and after that we went onto our Patreon to discuss her daughter, Olga. Olga's life was fascinating and sad and in this Patreon vault episode, we get into the early years of it.
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And if you haven't listened to our Dagmar of Denmark series, find all three episodes here: https://queenshistorypodcast.com/maria-feodorovna-of-ru
Frederick the Great
Back in 2024, we dug deep into the life of Maria Theresa and during that time we kept finding one guy who she was at odds with every step of the way. Frederick the Great.
We expected him to be a horrible guy when we started this Patreon 2023 episode. But instead we found a really nuanced, gay, dog loving guy...who also totally loved war. We hope you enjoy this patreon vault episode!
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Katy's Corner: Hercules Mulligan & Cato
Do you know the story of these two revolutionary spies? Well, you should! Hercules Mulligan & Cato saved George Washington (maybe you've heard of him) not once, but twice. And it took balls, y'all.
Here are some sources if you'd like to read more
https://www.irishcentral.com/roots/history/hercules-mulligan-irish-spy-washington
https://allthingsliberty.com/2021/06/the-incredible-story-o
The Goiânia Accident: Nathan and Katy on The Alarmist
Not all that shimmers is gold. Sometimes it's radioactive waste and it could kill like a lot of people. Have you ever heard of the Goiania Accident of 1987?
It was an absolute disaster that our friends over on The Almarist told us all about in December 2024. Join Katy and Nathan as we sit down with Rebecca Delgado Smith and the rest of the Alarmist crew to learn more and decide who's to blame.
Ghosts of Hampton Court Palace
Welcome to the Queens summer break! In this spooky Patreon episode of Queens Podcast, Nathan and Katy delve into the ghostly encounters at Hampton Court Palace.
From the tragic tale of Katherine Howard's haunting presence to Jane Seymour's spectral appearances, they explore the rich, eerie history of these Tudor queens.
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00:00 Welcome to the Queen's Summer Break
01:04 Getting
Catherine Parr, part 3
Catherine Parr has survived Henry VIII... but now what? That is not where her story ends. In this last episode of season 8, we wrap up our Catherine Parr series with a dive into her life as Dowager Queen.
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00:00 Introduction and Explicit Content Warning
00:34 Season Eight Finale Kickoff
01:33 Patreon Shoutouts and Summer Break Plans
03:36 Catherine Parr's Life After Henry VIII
Royal Yearbook with Even the Royals
Today, we are bringing you a chat with our friends from Even the Royals.
We’re throwing it back to high school and dishing out some superlatives — with a royal twist of course. Who’s the most rebellious royal? Which couple gets the sweetest love story? And who will be crowned our most devious schemer? We are joined by Brooke and Aricia (if you haven't checked out their show, it's a must!) - with
Catherine Parr, part 2
We are back to continue the story of the last wife of Henry VIII, Catherine Parr.
Some sources:
Elizabeth Norton's book
https://www.englandcast.com/2024/11/the-weddings-of-henry-viii/
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Lilith (Katy's Corner)
Hey! Easter is upon us which got me thinking of ancient lore, which brought me to the story of Lilith! This is an episode from our Patreon from 2023, but is still super interesting now!
Basically, Lilith is often just remembered as Adam's first wife (of power couple Adam and Eve), but her story is so much more and probably so much OLDER than that of Adam's. Hope you enjoy!
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00:00
Catherine Parr, part 1
Can you believe we've finally made it to the final wife of Henry VIII? It's finally time for Catherine Parr's story! In this episode, we get to know Catherine and learn about her upbringing and her role model mother, Maude. Fun fact: Catherine Parr was named after Catherine of Aragon. So Henry VIII's last wife is named after his first wife. Neat-o.
Also in this episode, we learn about Catherine'
The Women of Charles VII (Patreon Bonus)
The Influential Women Behind Charles VII: Yolanda of Aragon, Joan of Arc, and Beyond
In this Patreon episode from 2021, we are discussing the impactful women that did so much for king Charles VII of France. He really was just kind of a "meh" king, but he had some amazing women in his life. Namely Yolande of Aragon, Joan of Arc and of course Agnes Sorel to name a few.
And then we end the episode
Agnes Sorel
Agnes Sorel: The First Royal Mistress and Her Scandalous Legacy.
Today on Queens podcast, we revisit a cursed episode from 2021. We are having another look at the controversial life of Agnes Sorel, the official mistress of King Charles VII of France.
We'll get into the scandal of her life along with a conspiracy theory or two. This is also a great time to revisit our episodes on Isabeau of Bav
Spirits: The Egyptian Head Queen in Charge!
Hey, y'all! Today we want to introduce you to our friends at Spirits. Spirits is a boozy podcast about mythology, legends, and folklore and we think you'll LOVE them like we do. In this episode, they tell us all about the Egyptian Head B in Charge, the goddess Isis. In this episode Isis does magi, brings people back from the dead, controls scorpions and MORE.
Want more Spirits? Check them out at
Livia Drusilla part 3
In this episode of Queens Podcast, we are finishing up the life and times of Livia Drusilla, first (unofficial) empress of Rome. In this episodes we're going from around 17 BC to the end of her long life in 29 AD.
We see Livia's reputation go from pretty good to horrible. So, y'all let us know what you think. Was she a cold blooded killer, innocent bystander or somewhere in between?
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Livia Drusilla part 2
Welcome back to our continued story about the first empress of the Roman Empire, Livia Drusilla. In our last episode, we told you about a scared young woman on the run. But now, Livia is back in Rome and pulling the strings in an increasingly complicated political system.
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00:00 Introduction and Disclaimer
01:02 Recap of Livia Drusilla's Scandalous Marriage
02:02 Livia's Public Imag
Livia Drusilla part 1
In this episode, we are getting to know Livia Drusilla, one of Rome’s most powerful and influential women. Livia’s life began with a solid Roman foundation, but little did anyone know that she was destined to become a woman whose name would echo through history.
In this episodes, we'll go from her birth right up to her scandalous second marriage.
We'll also re-visit some old Roman besties, Julius
History's Mysteries: Catherine of Aragon + Arthur Tudor
According to Catherine of Aragon, her and her first husband Arthur never umm... went all the way. But so many have questioned her on that. So, we decided to settle it once and for all. Ask the cards!
Join us and our resident psychic Tandy for our fourth installment of History's Mysteries! This episode is really insightful and we think y'all will love it!
Also, if y'all want to join Tandy's Magi
Olympe de Gouges
In this episode, we delve into the life and legacy of Olympe de Gouges, an often forgotten, yet really remarkable, player in the French Revolution.
Olympe was a playwright, activist, advocate and so much more. She's most famous for her
Declaration of the Rights of Woman and of the Female Citizen and her tragic end, but her story is so much more. We hope you love her as much as we do!
Timestam
Betty White: Christmas Rerun
In this rerun from 2022, we are talking about the life and times of America's Sweetheart, Betty White!
Betty's legacy is huge. Today we're going to discuss her remarkable career, from her early days to becoming a beloved TV icon through shows like The Golden Girls. We chat about her achievements, advocacy, and personal life, including her marriage to Allen Ludden. We'll also discuss her lifelong l
Elizabeth Taylor part 3
Elizabeth Taylor: Diamonds, Drama, and Dedication
In this episode of Queen's Podcast, we conclude our three-part series on Elizabeth Taylor, highlighting her extravagant lifestyle, tumultuous relationships, and significant contributions to AIDS research. The discussion spans her illustrious film career, iconic jewelry collection, passionate marriages (especially with Richard Burton), and later lif
Elizabeth Taylor part 2
The Tumultuous Life of Elizabeth Taylor: Love, Loss, and Scandal
In this episode of Queens Podcast, we are jumping back into the life of Elizabeth Taylor. In this episode, Elizabeth is more grown up and ready to take on more grown up roles in her career and her personal life. We're gonna breeze by husband number 2, discuss grief and loss with husband number 3... and mistakes with husband number 4.
Elizabeth Taylor part 1
Elizabeth Taylor: From Child Star to Independent Woman - The Early Years
Join Queens Podcast as we explore the early life and career of Elizabeth Taylor. Yes, you may know her as an icon, but do you know how she got there?
Today we're bringing baby Elizabeth from London to Hollywood and all the drama in between. Cheers!
00:00 Introduction and Content Warning by That Wasn't In My Textbook
02:13 Int
Yaa Asantewaa
Yaa Asantewaa: The Brave Queen Mother Who Led a Rebellion
The episode dives into the remarkable life of Yaa Asantewaa, the Queen Mother of the Asante people of modern-day Ghana. Yaa Asantewaa is known for her leadership during the War of the Golden Stool, where she led a resistance against British colonization in the early 1900s. The episode explores the historical context of the Asante Empire, th
Frida Kahlo with Right Answers Mostly
Welcome back to Queens Podcast. Today Katy and Nathan are joined by our friends from Right Answers Mostly who are going to tell us about the extraordinary life of artist, Frida Kahlo. We're discussing her tumultuous journey through physical and emotional pain, her bold and unapologetic art, and her impactful (and toxic) relationships. From surviving polio and a traumatic bus accident to making gro
Margaret of Anjou part 3
Queen She-wolf: The saga of Margaret of Anjou comes to an end.
Welcome back to the third installment in our Margaret of Anjou series. Today we're discussing Margaret's dramatic journey as Queen of England during the War of the Roses, her struggle against mental illness, her relentless fight for her family's throne, and her eventual tragic downfall. The episode features a mix of history, humor, and
Margaret of Anjou part 2
Margaret of Anjou part 2: Power, Politics, and the Wars of the Roses.
We are back to continue our journey to get to know Margaret of Anjou. In this episode of the Queens podcast, we delve into the tumultuous life of Maggie OA. We'll explore her role as the Queen of England through a chaotic period marked by the mental illness of her husband, Henry VI, and the political strife of the Wars of the Ro
Margaret of Anjou part 1
It's a new season and Queens Podcast is back to spill the tea on Margaret of Anjou, sometimes known as the she-wolf of France. Margaret was a fierce queen consort of England as wife of Henry VI, but in this episode we're going to meet baby Margaret and discuss the journey that got her to She Wolf territory.
If this is your first Wars of the Roses episode, you might also enjoy any of these episodes
Wars of the Roses Week: Elizabeth of York (Part 1)
Welcome back to Queens Podcast's Wars of the Roses week. Today we're spilling the (trauma) tea on Elizabeth of York. You may know her as the first Tudor Queen, but in this episode we're going over her life during the Wars of the Roses and her part to FINALLY END THE WAR! (tho not quite yet)
Rife with political in-fighting, betrayal, murder, and long periods of refuge in ‘sanctuary.’ This George R.
Wars of the Roses Week: Margaret Beaufort (part 2)
Welcome back to Queens Podcast's Wars of the Roses week. Today we're we diving into the second part of Margaret Beaufort's story, a key figure in the Wars of the Roses and the mother of Henry VII. Today we're discussing Maggie's part in ending the civil war this week is named after, her unwavering love for her son and her new (self appointed) title as Lady The Kings Mother.
If you like this episod
Wars of the Roses Week: Margaret Beaufort (part 1)
Welcome back to another installation in our Wars of the Roses week. We are looking at the endlessly fascinating Margaret Beaufort. In later years, she may be viewed as a bit of a controversial figure, but today we're just looking at her early years. Maggie was not only influential on her own right, but also the mother of the Tudor Dynasty (maybe you've heard of them)
If you like this episode, you
Wars of the Roses Week: Jane Shore's Walk of Shame
The Fascinating Life of Jane Shore: The Real Walk of Shame
Wars of the Roses week continues! In this episode from the Patreon vault, we get a Katy's Corner episode that delves into the captivating story of Jane Shore, the famous mistress of King Edward IV of England. From her origins as Elizabeth Lambert, her tumultuous marriage, and her surprising relationship with Edward IV, to her impactful rol
Wars of the Roses Week: Elizabeth Woodville
Welcome back to another episode in our Wars of the Roses collection, leading up to season 8. Today we are continuing our conversation on the scandalous Woodville women with Elizabeth Woodville.
This episode is from 2017 so LOL at our conversation on confinement (aka quarantine, amirite?) This episode deals with all the good historical stuff. We've got a civil war, family drama, the princes in the
Wars of the Roses Week: Jacquetta of Luxembourg (2)
Jaquetta of Luxembourg (part 2) : A Tale of Strength, Scandal, and Survival
It's Wars of the Roses Week! Leading into our season 8 opener. Today we're continuing the story of the matriarch of the Woodville clan, Jacquetta of Luxembourg. The Queen mother who knew how to play the game! Enjoy
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00:25 Meet Jaquetta of Luxembourg
00:58 Life in the Castle
02:24 The War of the Roses Begins
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Wars of the Roses Week: Jacquetta of Luxembourg (1)
Queens Podcast: Jaquetta of Luxembourg and the Wars of the Roses - Part 1
It's Wars of the Roses Week! Leading into our season 8 opener. Any guesses? Well, today we are looking back to our first Wars of the Roses Queen, or duchess- Jacquetta of Luxembourg.
The episode also touches on the intricacies of medieval English and French nobility, Jaquetta's significant wealth, and the eventual shift in p
History's Mysteries: Mary Queen of Scots Tarot reading
History's Mysteries: Did Mary, Queen of Scots, Order Her Husband's Murder?
Join the Queens as they delve into another intriguing episode of 'History's Mysteries' featuring resident psychic Tandy Gutierrez. This episode explores the tumultuous life of Mary, Queen of Scots, and seeks to uncover whether she was involved in the murder of her husband, Lord Darnley. With tarot readings and historical in
Louise of Savoy (Patreon rerun)
The Political Brilliance of Louise of Savoy
Join Katy & Nathan as they revisit an intriguing episode from the Patreon feed, diving deep into the life of Louise of Savoy.
Louise was a total 16th-century boss in France, playing political chess while her son, King Francis I, was off being king. Today we're talking about her early life, her power move marriage, and how she bossed up as a widow. She an
Duchess Marie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin
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Matilda of Scotland (Patreon episode)
Join us on this Patreon exclusive episode from 2022 episode that went hand in hand with our 3-part Empress Matilda series.
In this episode we're discussing Empress Matilda's mom, Matilda of Scotland. We talk about her saintly pedigree, her bumpy journey to becoming queen of England and all she did in her life to make her one of the most popular queens of her time. Enjoy, y'alll!
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Welcome back, beautiful queens! It's time to celebrate Pride Month with the wild tales of Christina of Sweden, a real royal rebel. We're talking birthrights, family drama, and a little bit of rule-breaking in this first of two episodes.
Christina became Queen of Sweden at a very young age after the popular rule of her father, Gustav. But as she navigates the world during her regency she has to fig
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The Legend of Freddie Mercury: Queens Podcast Chronicles
Welcome back to the next episode of our June Pride Month party. Today, we're taking you back to 2018, when we discussed the one and only Freddie Mercury, darling.
This episode's all about Freddie's start in the world, his school days, and that little band you may have heard of, Queen. We chat about his larger-than-life persona on stage, the
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The Eccentric Life and Mysterious Death of Ludwig II of Bavaria
Katy and Nathan are back with a Pride Month special, and it's all about Ludwig II of Bavaria - the 'Swan King'. This dude was all about the arts, built some seriously extra castles, and had a personal life that was... complicated (to say the least). We're diving deep into his life - his obsession with Wagner's operas, that engagement
