On the Tudor Trail

All Things Sixteenth-Century Women

Over the next two months I’ll be exploring the lives of sixteenth-century women through a series of podcast episodes and video lectures. The first podcast episode has already been published! The wonderful Kate McCaffrey and I chatted about some of the outdated and problematic narratives and portrayals that surround the Tudor queens. Listen here: https://talkingtudors.podbean.com Sandra Vasoli kicked off the video lecture series with an excellent presentation entitled ‘Vittoria … [Read More...]

Episode 168 – Rival Queens: An Outdated Narrative

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Kate McCaffrey about some of the outdated and problematic narratives and portrayals that circulate today about the Tudor queens. Visit Kate McCaffrey's official website. Find out more about your host at Natalie Grueninger's official website. Join 365 Days with Anne Boleyn! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2022/02/13/365-days-with-anne-boleyn-an-intimate-journey-of-discovery Buy Talking Tudors merchandise … [Read More...]

Who Was Anne Joscelyn? In search of Anne Boleyn’s forgotten lady-in-waiting

A Guest Post by Sylvia Barbara Soberton In my recent book Ladies-in-Waiting: Women Who Served Anne Boleyn, I explore the roles of women in Queen Anne’s household. When Anne Joscelyn’s name first popped up in the 1532 New Year’s Gift list, I began a frantic search for this woman in primary sources. Who was she? Why hadn’t I heard about her before in connection with Anne Boleyn’s household? What kind of relationship did she share with the Queen? Anne Joscelyn first drew my attention as … [Read More...]

Our Enduring Fascination with the Tudors

On 16 July Talking Tudors turns 4! To mark the occasion, I invited a number of historians to share their thoughts on why the public is insatiable when it comes to the Tudors. Why do they still captivate the imagination of millions of people worldwide? You'll find a number of responses on my YouTube channel and contributions by Dr Wendy J. Dunn, Dr Estelle Paranque, Dr Linda Porter, Michael I. Ohajuru and Jack Beesley below. Here's to the next four years of Talking Tudors! Why … [Read More...]

Episode 165 – Devil-Land: England Under Siege with Clare Jackson

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Clare Jackson about her latest book, 'Devil Land'. Visit Clare's official website. Find out more about your host at Natalie Grueninger's website. Join 365 Days with Anne Boleyn! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2022/02/13/365-days-with-anne-boleyn-an-intimate-journey-of-discovery Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Join our Talking Tudors Podcast Facebook group for all the … [Read More...]

Pre-Order The Final Year of Anne Boleyn!

I have some very exciting news! I'm so excited to finally be able to share with you the cover for my new book, The Final Year of Anne Boleyn. This book took me almost three years to write, but it’s the culmination of 13 years of research and study. I would be honoured if you’d consider pre-ordering a copy. Pre-publication sales are incredibly important to authors, which is why this would mean so much to me. The Final Year of Anne Boleyn will be published by Pen & Sword Books in … [Read More...]

Episode 164 – The House of Dudley with Dr Joanne Paul

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Joanne Paul about the Dudley family. Follow Dr Paul on Twitter. Join 365 Days with Anne Boleyn! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2022/02/13/365-days-with-anne-boleyn-an-intimate-journey-of-discovery Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Join our Talking Tudors Podcast Facebook group for all the behind-the-scenes news and updates. Support Talking Tudors on Patreon! Musical break courtesy of … [Read More...]

Episode 163 – The Goldhanger Dog with Wanda Whiteley

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Wanda Whiteley about her debut novel, The Goldhanger Dog. Visit Wanda's official website. Join 365 Days with Anne Boleyn! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2022/02/13/365-days-with-anne-boleyn-an-intimate-journey-of-discovery Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Join our Talking Tudors Podcast Facebook group for all the behind-the-scenes news and updates. Support Talkiing Tudors on … [Read More...]

Episode 162 – Elizabeth I & Catherine de Medici with Dr Estelle Paranque

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Estelle Paranque about her new book, 'Blood, Fire and Gold', a joint biography of Elizabeth I and Catherine de Medici. Visit Dr Paranque's official website. Join 365 Days with Anne Boleyn! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2022/02/13/365-days-with-anne-boleyn-an-intimate-journey-of-discovery Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Join our Talking Tudors Podcast Facebook group for all the … [Read More...]

Episode 161 – Reproduction & the Female Body with Julia Martins

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Julia Martins about reproduction and the female body. Visit Julia Martins' website. Join 365 Days with Anne Boleyn! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2022/02/13/365-days-with-anne-boleyn-an-intimate-journey-of-discovery Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Join our Talking Tudors Podcast Facebook group for all the behind-the-scenes news and updates. I'd like to take this opportunity to thank … [Read More...]

Episode 159 – The Typical Tudor with Dr Jane Malcolm-Davies & Ninya Mikhaila

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Ninya Mikhaila and Dr Jane Malcolm-Davies about their new book, The Typical Tudor - an introduction to the range of garments worn by ordinary mean and women in the sixteenth century. Visit The Tudor Tailor's official website. Find out more about your host at On the Tudor Trail. Join 365 Days with Anne Boleyn! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2022/02/13/365-days-with-anne-boleyn-an-intimate-journey-of-discovery Buy Talking Tudors … [Read More...]

Episode 158 – The Margins of Late Medieval London with Dr Charlotte Berry

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Charlotte Berry about late medieval and Tudor London. Follow Dr Berry on Twitter. Join 365 Days with Anne Boleyn! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2022/02/13/365-days-with-anne-boleyn-an-intimate-journey-of-discovery Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Join our Talking Tudors Podcast Facebook group for all the behind-the-scenes news and updates. I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all … [Read More...]