British History: Royals, Rebels, and Romantics
A weekly podcast exploring British history, featuring famous and infamous characters, playwrights, peasants, castles, and cathedrals. New episodes every Wednesday. Listeners can submit questions about British history.
Episodes
Et Tu, Brute? What Choices Will You Make? (ep 259)
Part of the Royals, Rebels, and Romantics Leadership Series, this episode explores the ways leaders make choices. Carol Ann looks at how pressures of crisis and potential crisis can lead to choices that lead to more chaos instead of solutions. Brutus, Antony, and Caesar can teach leaders about stepping back to move forward.Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare@shakeuphist
Ann Foster and the Royal Rebel of the Regency (ep 258)
Caroline of Brunswick might be the most fascinating woman we never talk about! Her life was full of accusations of scandals, trials for adultery, accusations of illegitimate children--and she was barred from her own coronation. Author, historian, and podcaster Ann Foster brings us into the world of the Regency to explore the life of a powerful and overlooked woman, Caroline of Brunswick.Ann Foster
Sharon Bennett Connolly and the Lives of Early Medieval Princesses (ep 257)
Being a royal princess in early Medieval England was not just about the clothes and jewels. These young women were intelligent ambassadors for the kingdoms they came from and essential players in their new homes. Sharon Bennett Connolly takes us into the world of court politics and intrigue!Sharon Bennett Connollyhttps://historytheinterestingbits.com/ Princesses of the Early Middle AgesScotland’s
Heather Teysko: Creating a Tudor Community & Tudorcon (ep 256)
Welcome Heather Teysko, the woman who turned an interest and passion for the Tudors into a fabulous 3-day event: Tudorcon!Heather Teyskohttps://www.englandcast.com/contact/ https://tudorcon.englandcast.com/ https://tudorfair.com/ https://www.englandcast.com/courses/ Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare@shakeuphistoryhttps://carolannlloyd.com/https://patreon.com/carolannl
Tracy Borman and the Stories Inside the House of Boleyn (ep 255)
We think we know the story of Anne Boleyn and her family. But what went on behind closed doors? In her new novel, Tracy Borman explores the personal side of the Boleyns: their rivals, their supporters, and the years that changed England forever.Tracy Borman, OBEhttps://www.tracyborman.co.uk/ Details on 2026 Theatre Tour: http://tracybormanlive.co.uk/ https://x.com/TracyBorman https://www.instagra
Power Clings to the Crown; Leadership Means Letting it Go (ep 254)
Shakespeare's Richard II clung to his crown as if it could transform him. Henry V took off his royal robes to focus on his people. Shakespeare shows the difference between clinging to power and taking responsibility.Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare@shakeuphistoryhttps://carolannlloyd.com/https://patreon.com/carolannlloydhttps://bookshop.org/shop/carolannThe Tudo
Formidable Women in Medieval Europe with Susan Abernethy (ep 253)
The history of Medieval Europe is shaped by the women--wives, mothers, daughter, sisters who wielded power, made alliances, governed areas and nations. Susan Abernethy joins us to discuss the women who shaped the Medieval world.Susan AbernethyThe Freelance History Writer https://thefreelancehistorywriter.com/ Charles II’s Portuguese Queen: The Legacy of Catherine of BraganzaThe Formidable Women of
George vs George: The Georges and the American Revolution (ep 252)
This year, the US is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Despite his limited powers, George III is the focus of grievances the Americans expressed as they demanded independence. George Washington lead the Continental Army and then the nation. The story of two Georges is the story of America.Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare@shakeuphis
When Does a Lie Become a Weapon? Leadership and Othello (ep 251)
Shakespeare's plays Othello and Much Ado About Nothing start with the same storyline: someone tells a lie about a relationship that threatens an entire community. But when does the lie become a weapon? When someone chooses to believe it. True leaders must push back against lies, even when it's risky and unpopular.Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare@shakeuphist
The Little World: Tudor & Stuart England with Nandini Das (ep 250)
Tudor and Stuart England is sometimes considered "a scepter'd isle," as Shakespeare put it--proudly alone. But in fact, the history is much more complicated. Nandini Das explores how small and interconnected the world was in the 16th and 17th centuries, and how that contributed to the nature and character of England at the time.Nandini DasUniversity of Oxfordhttps://www.english.ox.a
Mary Tudor, Erasmus, and Tudor Continental Impact with Amy McElroy (ep 249)
Amy McElroySubstack: The Tudor Notebook with Rebecca Batleyhttps://amymcelroy.substack.com/p/welcome@amymcelroy on Substack@amymcelroy_author on InstagramBooks: Desiderius Erasmus (2026), Mary Tudor Queen of France (2025)And many more!Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare@shakeuphistoryhttps://carolannlloyd.com/https://patreon.com/carolannlloydhttps://bookshop.org/shop/ca
Power, Praise, and Pressure: How King Lear Gets it Wrong (ep 248)
In this episode of the Royals, Rebels, and Romantics Leadership Series, Carol Ann examines Shakespeare's King Lear as a cautionary tale. Instead of behaving as a leader, Lear behaves as a bully, grasping for power and control. He treats leadership as a transaction, attempting to exchange power for praise. Not surprisingly, everything falls apart.Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets
The Story of Anne Boleyn's Hands with Helene Harrison (ep 247)
From the time she burst onto the stage of the royal court in 1522, people have been debating what Anne Boleyn looked like. Recent discoveries about portraits created in the reign of her daughter shed some light on the political importance of Anne's hands. Historian Helene Harrison joins us to share her insight and early identification of the way politics and portraiture come together in the a
The Judicial Murder of Anne Boleyn with Heather Darsie (ep 246)
Anne Boleyn changed the history of England, but her impact was felt far beyond her native country. Author and historian Heather Darsie brings a Continental perspective to Anne's life, and her death.Show Notes:Heather DarsieHeather holds degrees in law and German, which gives her special insight into the Continental perspective on the factors leading to the death of Anne Boleyn. https://maiden
Hamnet Times Four: Experiencing the Book, Movie, Play, and Audio Book (ep 245)
Maggie O'Farrell's Hamnet has captured the attention of the world, focusing on Shakespeare's family. The importance of Agnes (Anne) Hathaway Shakespeare and the death of son Hamnet changed the family. Carol Ann looks at how four adaptations give us new understanding of the family and the works of Shakespeare.Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell affiliate link: Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk:
Double, Double, Toil, and Trouble: Scottish Witches with Mary Craig (244)
Macbeth begins ominously: "Enter three witches." What did Scottish people believe about witches? Historian and author Mary Craig joins Royals, Rebels, and Romantics to explain.Show Notes:Mary Craighttps://marywcraig.com/ Mary and Doug's podcast: https://bordersbletherings.uk/#podcast Twitter: https://x.com/11mwc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marywcraig Instagram: https://www.in
Leadership Lessons from History and Shakespeare: Henry V and the Power of Listening (ep 243)
A new series on Royals, Rebels, and Romantics!Leadership Lessons from History and Shakespeare.This week we take a deep dive into Shakespeare's Henry V and why listening is a leader's superpower.Carol Ann LloydTEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVWJml2otH0 @shakeuphistoryhttps://carolannlloyd.com/ https://patreon.com/carolannlloydhttps://bookshop.org/shop/carolannThe Tudors by Num
Scandals Surrounding the Seymour Women with Rebecca Batley (242)
Jane Seymour was not the only famous Seymour woman of the sixteenth century. Rebecca Batley explores the lives of Edward Seymour's two wives, Catherine Filliol and Anne Stanhope. Show Notes:Rebecca Batleyhttps://substack.com/@rebecca192630 https://amymcelroy.substack.com/?utm_campaign=profile_chips @damagedbybooks @rebecca192644 https://bsky.app/profile/bec1926.bait.socialAnne Walker: The Lif
Elizabeth Goff and the Bloody, Brilliant Tudors (ep 241)
Elizabeth Goff, aka The Historical Gal, brings the Tudors to life, with 100 tales of gowns, gossip, and gory ends!Show NotesElizabeth Goff @TheHistoryGal @thehistoricalgal@the_historical_gal on InstagramBloody, Brilliant TudorsCarol Ann Lloyd@shakeuphistoryhttps://carolannlloyd.com/ https://patreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenHistory reveals what's possible
Michael Livingston & The Bloody Crowns: The Two Hundred Years War (ep 240)
It was a conflict that raged on for years, shifting alliances, remaking warfare, and changing the political and economic landscape of Europe forever. Michael Livingston deep into the history of what we call "The Hundred Years War," revealing conflicts and battles that raged for two centuries that laid the foundation of the modern world.https://www.michaellivingston.com/ Show Notes:Michae
Catherine de Medici & Bess of Hardwick: Wives & Mothers of Power (ep 239)
Throughout history, women have used their own ways to establish credibility and exercise influence. In the sixteenth century, two women took this to high art: Catherine de Medici and Bess of Hardwick. In different countries and using different techniques, these two women demonstrate how the public performance of marriage and motherhood could change history.Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shak
Heart of a Lioness with Catherine Hanley (ep 238)
Joanna Plantagenet, daughter of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henry II, was a princess and a pioneer. Author and historian Catherine Hanley takes us through her exciting life and shares insights from her book, Lioness Heart.Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Catherine Hanley@catherinehanley_authorLionessheart: The L
Kicking Off 2026 with Carol Ann (ep 237)
Happy 2026! I believe studying history is more important now than ever! Join me for a discussion about the power of history, one of my favorite historical moments (1399), and how history is showing us what's possible.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Book mentioned in podcast: The Eagle and the
Tudor England Through Women's Stories with Rosemary Griggs (ep 236)
Rosemary Griggs is an author, researcher, and presenter who shares the often unknown stories of Tudor women.Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Rosemary Griggsrosemarygriggs.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/ladykatherinesfarthingalehttps://www.instagram.com/griggs6176/https://bsky.app/profile/ragriggsau
Celebrating Women & Their Voices with Sarah Gristwood (ep 235)
In what can be considered a companion piece to her wonderful Secret Voices: A Year of Women's Diaries, Sarah Gristwood's Celebrating Women is a joyful exploration of firsts, feasts, friends, family, and more!Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Sarah Gristwoodwww.sarahgristwood.comsarahgristwood.substac
How Do We "See" William Shakespeare (ep 234)
We can see Shakespeare's plays on stage, but can we "see" Shakespeare? A new uncovered portrait dating from the late sixteenth century might give us a way way to see Shakespeare? Steve Wadlow, the owner of the portrait, and filmmaker Madoc Roberts join us to share the journey of discovery as we try to picture Shakespeare.Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com
Medieval Queens of Scots with Sharon Bennett Connolly (ep 233)
Scotland's Medieval Queens were at the heart of power struggles, threatened with murder and imprisonment, and at the center of the royal family. Sharon Bennett Connolly helps us appreciate their important contributions to history.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Sharon Bennett Connollyhistoryt
The Truth Behind the Stolen Crown with Tracy Borman (ep 232)
The death of Elizabeth I marked the end of the Tudor dynasty. But how did James VI of Scotland become the next English monarch? Historian Tracy Borman shares the hidden story.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Tracy Borman, OBEtracyborman.co.ukTwitter: @tracybormanInsta: @tracy.bormanFB: @TracyBorman
The Women Who Wrote the Renaissance with Ramie Targoff (ep 231)
While navigating the expectations of women's work in the sixteenth century, some women created works that have lasted hundreds of years. Ramie Targoff shares how women's words help us understand the Renaissance.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Ramie Targofframietargoff.comShakespeare&apos
Crown Divided: Richard II and Henry IV with Helen Castor (ep 230)
Two cousins, both descended from Edward III. Both would become King of England. Helen Castor explores the epic battle between Richard II and Henry IV--the causes and the implications.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Helen Castorhelencastor.substack.com@hrcastorThe Eagle and the Hart: The Tragedy of
Mary of Modena and The Graces with Breeze Barrington (ep 229)
Taken from the letters of Mary of Modena, this is the story of the Queen Consort and the women in her court who reshaped the culture and conventions of her time.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Breeze Barringtonwww.breezebarrington.comhttps://allthingsseventeenthcentury.substack.com/@breeze_barring
Making Space for More Stories in History with Carol Ann (ep 228)
My motto is "History shows us what's possible." But what does that mean? I turn to the terrific book What is History Now?, edited by Helen Carr and Suzannah Lipscomb to explore what history can be when open our minds and make room for more.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen What is His
Murder Mystery in Elizabethan England, Times Two (ep 227)
For our final Royals, Rebels, and Romantics Summer Special, I'm sharing a couple of fun reads: Elizabethan murder mysteries! Set in the times of two Elizabeths--Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Suzanne Wolfe, Elizabethan Spy Mysteries serieshttps://suzannemwolfe.co
Radical Jane: A New Look at Austen's Novels with Helena Kelly (ep 226)
As we celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday, her novels are more beloved than ever. But do we see them as she intended? Dr Helena Kelly joins us to discuss the radical nature of Austen and her novels.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Dr Helena Kelly@msashtondennisJane Austen, The Secret Radica
Cecily and Other Royal Mothers with Annie Garthwaite (ep 225)
At the heart of the Hundred Years War to the Wars of the Roses, women worked behind the scenes. As men struggle for power, women work to protect their families. What will and won't they do to promote the cause of the people they love?Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Annie Garthwaitehttps://www
How We See Anne Boleyn: Image and Perception with Helene Harrison ( ep 224)
Who was Anne Boleyn? Helene Harrison reviews documents, images, letters, biographies, and more to consider the various ways Anne Boleyn's image has been created.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Helene Harrisontudorblogger.com@tudorbloggerThe Many Faces of Anne Boleyn: Interpreting Image and Pe
Sceptered Isle: The Story of the Fourteenth Century with Dr Helen Carr (ep 223)
Fourteenth century England was a time of upheaval, extended war, political turmoil, and overall chaos. Dr Helen Carr joins us to talk about her new book that covers the life of the famous and lesser-known people of a time that changed power structures and the monarchy forever.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Vi
Anne Boleyn: Days of Glory and Betrayal with Estelle Paranque (ep 222)
For hundreds of years, the stories of Anne Boleyn have fascinated us. Her stunning rise to the role of Queen of England, the birth of the future Elizabeth I, and the catastrophic fall from favor that led to a swordsman from Calais is a story we can't stop telling. But where did it all begin? Estelle Paranque traces Anne's story to its origin in the glamorous kingdom of France.Show Notes:
Anne Boleyn & Women Around Her with Sophie Bacchus-Waterman (ep 221)
We often associate Anne Boleyn with men: her husband, her father, her brother, and others. What about the women? Sophie Bacchus-Waterman discusses the women around Anne, including her mother.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenSophie Bacchus-Waterman@sophiebwatermanSpecial Collections, St John's C
Happy Hurly-Burly Birthday, Shakespeare! (ep 220)
April is the month we celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday, commemorate Shakespeare’s death day, and debate whether they both really happened on April 23rd. Maybe, maybe not. But we're celebrating anyway--the fun and funnies about Shakespeare! Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenSupport the showHistory reveals w
Leadership and Friendship, Shakespeare Style! (ep 219)
Time for another special episode about life lessons from Shakespeare and History. This month it's Hermia and Helena from Midsummer Night's Dream. Move over, Puck, these women are leading the way!Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenThis week: Midsummer Night's DreamSupport the showHistory reveals wh
So Many Secrets: The Life of Emily Anderson with Jackie Uí Chionna (ep 218)
Her life was hidden in secret corners and unknown spaces, and yet she also lived in public. One of the premier code breakers of the 20th century hid in plan sight and remained hidden until social historian Jackie Uí Chionna uncovered her story and broke the code to the real Emily Anderson.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCo
Decrypting the Queen: Jade Scott and Mary, Queen of Scots (ep 217)
Mary, Queen of Scots is one of the most fascinating women in history. Imprisoned for years, she fought back in part through communicating in a series of coded letters. Historian Dr Jade Scott takes us into the mysteries of the enigmatic Scottish queen.Dr Jade Scott@huntingrebelsThe Captive Queen: The Decrypted Life of Mary, Queen of ScotsCarol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.c
The World of Women in the Middle Ages with Gemma Hollman (ep 216)
Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenGemma Hollmanjusthistoryposts.com@justhistorypost@gemmahauthorWomen in the Middle Ages: Illuminating the Worlds of Peasants, Nuns, and QueensThe Queen and the Mistress: The Women of Edward IIIRoyal Witches: From Joan of Navarre to Elizabeth WoodvilleSupport the show
Women's Leadership, Shakespeare Style! (ep 215)
We might not think Shakespeare's a great choice for finding women in leadership. But when we consider more carefully, we find many women leading where they are. Let's consider a couple: Juliet and Beatrice.During Women's History month, we celebrate all the ways women lead!Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCour
Black Tudors Whose Stories Shaped British History (ep 214)
Our final podcast of Black History month will focus on Black Tudors, with some context from the years before and after the Tudor period and a sense of what is happening around the world. This is an area of Tudor history I do not know enough about, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to dig into the scholarship of so many wonderful historians to learn more. For history to show us what's possi
Black History Month: Black Women in British History (ep 213)
As it's Black History Month in the US, I thought I would share some of my favorite Black women in British history that I think we all need to learn more about.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenSupport the showHistory reveals what's possible.
Life Lessons: Making Decision Based on Values and Thomas More (ep 212)
When faced with important decisions, what makes us say "yes" or "no"? Are our responses based on circumstance, fear of the person making the request, or our values? This week we take a look at Macbeth, Hamlet, and Thomas More to think about our values and how we use them.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers
Behind the Scenes of Great Houses with Adrian Tinniswood (ep 211)
Imagine stepping into an opulent life in the golden age of Britain, where old money met new and elite lives played out in the great homes across the country. With acres of land and a collision of architectural styles, the rural palaces of Victorian and Edwardian England were the stages on which aristocracy performed. Adrian Tinniswood joins Royals, Rebels, and Romantics to discuss his new book The
Elizabethan Religion and Treason with Jessie Childs (ep 210)
Elizabethan England was a place of terror for English Catholics, who hid their faith and friends and feared for their lives. Jessie Childs shares the real story of Catholics in the reign of Elizabeth.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistoryshakeuphistory.bsky.socialpatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenJessie Childsjessiechilds.co.ukTwitter: @
Life Lessons: "This Above All" Katherine of Aragon and Mary I (ep 209)
In Hamlet, Polonius says, "This above all, to thine own self be true." Shakespeare realized that knowledge of values and authenticity can create great leaders. Katherine of Aragon and Mary I put this into practice.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenSupport the showHistory reveals what's
Classic Episode: Dr Owen Emmerson and Christmas at Hever Castle (ep 208)
Celebrate Christmas with the Tudors at Hever Castle with this classic episode featuring historian Dr Owen Emmerson.Show NotesCarol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenDr Owen Emmersonwww.drowenemmerson.comThe Tudor Trio@drowenemmerson@thetudortrioHolbein's Hidden GemCatherine and AnneBecoming AnneThe Boleyns of He
Celebrate the Night Before Tudor Christmas with Laura and Kathryn! (ep 207)
Twas the night before...Tudor Christmas! Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn are preparing for the holiday, and you can join them. Author Laura Loney and illustrator Kathryn Holeman join us to discuss recreating the classic tale, Tudor style!Show notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenLaura Loneywww.lauraloneyLauraLone
Life Lessons from the Tudors: Christmas Fun! (ep 206)
In Tudor times, the weeks before Christmas were about working and fasting. But once Christmas day came, the partying began! For 12 days, everyone from farmers and laborers to royals leaned into feasts, gifts, and parties. We can learn something from the Tudors about how to celebrate.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting
Women Who Shaped Tudor England with Sharon Bennett Connolly (ep 205)
In many ways, Tudor England was created by women: mothers and wives, warriors and peacemakers, religious and rebels. These women are brought to life by Sharon Bennett Connolly, who joins us to share their stories.Carol Ann Lloydcarolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistory on Twitter, Instagram@carolannlloydshakeuphistory on Facebook@carolannlloydshakeuphistory on YouTube@shakeuphistory.bsky.social patreon.com
Renaissance Queens: Passion and Power with Leah Redmond Chang (ep 204)
Throughout history, the relationship between gender and power has been fraught with challenge. Author Leah Redmond Chang explores the potent relationship by focusing on three pivotal queens: Catherine de Medici, Elisabeth of Valois, and Mary Queen of Scots. Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydcarolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenLeah Redmond
Life Lessons from the Tudors: Mary I Right Now (ep 203)
We all face situations where things don't turn out the way we expected, where our long-term plan has to be shelved for a moment, and where we need to change direction quickly. Mary I is a great example of how to succeed with a Right Now Plan.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenSupport the showHist
Tudor Executions: Don't Lose Your Head! With Helene Harrison (ep 202)
It wasn't easy living at the Tudor court. The closer you were to power, the closer you were to disaster! Historian and author Helene Harrison takes us through the perilous journey many made from glory to gory. Just in time for Hallowe'en, it's Tudor Executions: From Nobility to the Block.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudor
Anne Nevill, Queen of Roses, with Rebecca Batley (ep 201)
In all the battles of the Wars of the Roses, with the focus on kings and warriors, we often lose sight of the women. Positioned to be queen first of Team Lancaster and eventually of Team York, Anne Neville is the focus of a new book by Rebecca Batley.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenRebecca Batleyth
Life Lessons from the Tudors: Margaret Beaufort (ep 200)
The Tudors are one of the most famous dynasties in royal history. We can't stop talking about them. It's easy to forget how unlikely the dynasty was. Without the extraordinary ability of Margaret Beaufort to make connections with both sides of the Wars of the Roses, we probably never would have had a Tudor dynasty!Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannllo
Minefield of Malapropisms (ep 199)
In "The Glass Onion," Benoit Blanc discovers Miles Bron's deception by realizing his conversation is "A minefield of malapropisms." From Shakespeare to Sheridan to today, malapropisms are humorous and revealing. Show NotesCarol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenRichard Sheridan, The Rival (Mr
Shakespeare's Borrowed Feathers with Darren Freebury-Jones (ep 198)
We see Shakespeare’s influence all over, from the popularity of his plays for hundreds of years to adaptations like West Side Story, The Lion King, and more. We’re less likely to see is others’ influence on him. That’s the topic of Shakespeare’s Borrowed Feathers by Darren Freebury-Jones.Show NotesCarol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCour
Meeting 1000 Tudor People with Melita Thomas (ep 197)
The Tudors are one of the most famous dynasties in history. But what about all the people around those well-known kings and queens? Melita Thomas takes us into the lives of 1000 Tudors who had front seats to fascinating times.Show notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenMelita Thomaswww.melitathomas.com1000 Tud
Murder, Mystery, and Jane Austen with Carol Ann and Lindsey (ep 196)
From Death Comes to Pemberley, the idea of Jane Austen meets Agatha Christie has proven irresistible! On this episode of Royals, Rebels, and Romantics, we look at the adaptations of Austen's novels that have plunged some of our favorite characters into a world of crime.Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenLin
Behind the Scenes at the Library with Carol Ann and Lindsey (ep 195)
Writing about history means research. Carol Ann shares some of her favorite places to research and some of her fun finds. Show NotesCarol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersLindsey Lindstrom Lindsey Lindstrom DesignLindseyLindstromDsgn (Etsy)Support the showHistory reveals what's possible.
The Welsh Man Who Created the Tudors with Nathen Amin (ep 194)
After years of battles over the crown, an unlikely contender emerged. Coming from a family that managed to thrive among political chaos, Henry Tudor tapped into mythology and legend to take the throne and establish a dynasty that would change the world.Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordNathen Aminnathenamin.
The Making of Shakespeare's Book with Dr Chris Laoutaris (ep 193)
Without the First Folio, about half of Shakespeare's plays would probably be lost to us. Dr. Chris Laoutaris takes us through the creation of the First Folio, the book that preserved Shakespeare for all time.Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordCourting the Virgin Queen, coming from Pen and SwordDr Chris L
"Real" History? Or History via Hollywood? With M J Trow (ep 192)
Many of us first encountered moments from history at the movies or on television. But how much history do we see on the screen? M J Trow joins us to discuss his book, Hollywood vs History: How the Past is filmed.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordCourting the Virgin Queen, coming from Pen and Swor
Meeting Kateryn Parr with Laura Adkins (ep 191)
She's much more than the wife who "survived." Historian and author Laura Adkins takes us into the life of Kateryn Parr and shares the full background of this extraordinary woman, wife, stepmother, and queen.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordCourting the Virgin Queen, coming from Pen
How Anne Boleyn Started My Obsession with the Tudors (ep 190)
What were the greatest dangers in Tudor England? Bears escaping from the Bear Garden? A runaway cart? Poison? Or running afoul of the king? In this guide book to time travel, historian and author tells us how to keep our wits & our head in Tudor England.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordCourti
Surviving the Tudors! With Toni Mount (ep 189)
What were the greatest dangers in Tudor England? Bears escaping from the Bear Garden? A runaway cart? Poison? Or running afoul of the king? In this guide book to time travel, historian and author tells us how to keep our wits and our head in Tudor England!Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordCourting
The Education of Margaret More Roper with Aimee Fleming (ep 188)
Thomas More's daughter Margaret tends to be in many of the rooms or on the sidelines when great things were happening in the court of Henry VIII. Aimee Fleming brings her into the center of the action, revealing her level of learning and how much impact she had on our understanding of the history of the Tudor court.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/caro
Playing and Winning the Waiting Game with Nicola Clark (ep 187)
No one was closer to the Tudors Queens than their ladies-in-waiting. From helping them get ready for the day to sleeping in their rooms at night, these women had a front row seat to what happened at court. Nicola Clark takes us into their world.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordCourting the Virgin
Creating the Tudors with Sean Cunningham (ep 186)
When thinking of the Tudors, we often jump to the exploits of Henry VIII. But two essential Tudor men preceded the big guy: his father and his brother. Dr. Sean Cunningham of the National Archives UK shares his interest and experience with these often often looked Tudor figures.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published b
Young Elizabeth: Becoming a Queen with Nicola Tallis (ep 185)
Before she was Gloriana, celebrating her victory over the Spanish Armada; before she was the Virgin Queen, revered in England and across Europe; before she was the longest reigning Tudor monarch, she was just young Elizabeth. Dr Nicola Tallis shares the journey of the young princess and how her early trials and turmoil prepared her to take the throne as the final, and some say greatest, Tudor.Show
Women of the Anarchy with Sharon Bennett Connolly (ep 184)
During the period of history known as the Anarchy, two women named Matilda stood in opposition: Empress Matilda and Queen Matilda (wife of Stephan of Blois). Sharon Bennett Connolly tells their stories.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordSharon Bennett Connollyhistorytheinterestingbits.comTwitter: @
Hearing the Secret Voices, with Sarah Gristwood (ep 183)
Sarah Gristwood offers us a captivating collection of extracts from women’s diaries, looking back over 400 years to listen to women’s experience with love and family and work and leisure has changed down the years. And how it hasn’t.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordSarah Gristwoodsarahgristwood.
Dress for Success, Tudor Style! With Judith Arnopp (ep 182)
For the Tudors, image was everything! The monarchs used their clothing and jewels to project an image of magnificence, which reinforced their place on the throne. Judith Arnopp tells us how.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordJudith Arnoppjuditharnopp.comHow to Dress Like a TudorMany other books, in
Anthony Woodville's Rise and Fall with Danielle Burton (ep 181)
Anthony Woodville, Earl Rivers: brother of Elizabeth Woodville, brother-in-law of King Edward IV, uncle of King Edward V. When Edward IV died, Anthony was tasked with bringing the new King to England for his coronation. The trip didn't go as planned.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and SwordDanielle
Eating Through the Tudor Year with Brigitte Webster (ep 180)
Eating with the Tudors is more than a guide to Tudor eating, it is a description of the changing world of monarchs and their people in the sixteenth century. Tudor food expert Brigitte Webster joins us to share her extraordinary research about how Tudors ate and lived.Show notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by Numbers, published by Pen and
