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Talking Tudors Presents ‘All Things Tudor Queens and Consorts’

I do hope you're all healthy and safe. I'm very excited to share with you the details of a very special event that's taking place online over the next two months. It's called 'All Things Tudor Queens & Consorts'. As the name suggests, it will be an exploration of queenship and a deep dive into the lives of the Tudor queens and consorts. Over July and August, I'll be hosting weekly discussions on my podcast, Talking Tudors, with a number of leading experts and Tudor historians. The … [Read More...]

Episode 115 – Historical Costuming with Angela Mombers

Natalie Grueninger speaks to Angela Mombers from 'Walking Through History' about historical costuming. Visit Walking Through History. 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 my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite you to become a part of the Talking Tudors family and become my … [Read More...]

Episode 114 – The Life of Thomas Howard, 2nd Duke of Norfolk, with Dr Kirsten Claiden-Yardley

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Kirsten Claiden-Yardley about the life of Thomas Howard, 2nd Duke of Norfolk. Visit Dr Claiden-Yardley's official website. 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 my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite you to become a part of the Talking Tudors … [Read More...]

John Crophill – The Travelling Physician

I’m delighted to be taking part in the virtual tour for Toni Mount's latest book, How to Survive in Medieval England. To mark its recent publication, Toni has written a fascinating guest article about the work of medieval physicians. Over to you, Toni! My new book, How to Survive in Medieval England, published by Pen & Sword, is a guide to travelling in history: what to expect, how to dress, how to stay safe and what to look for on the menu. If you were able to go back in time … [Read More...]

Paston Vs Brandon by Sarah Bryson

I'm delighted to be taking part in the virtual tour for Sarah Bryson's latest book, The Brandon Men: In the Shadow of Kings. To mark its recent publication, Sarah has written a fascinating guest article about the rivalry between the Paston and Brandon families. Paston vs Brandon The Paston family are one of the most well-known families of the 15th century thanks to the wealth of letters they wrote. It is through these letters that historians have been able to learn a great deal … [Read More...]

Episode 113 – The Life of Nicholas Hilliard (Part 2) with Dr Elizabeth Goldring

Dr Elizabeth Goldring returns to Talking Tudors for part 2 of her conversation with Natalie Grueninger about Nicholas Hilliard. Visit Dr Goldring's official website. 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 my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite you to become a part of the Talking … [Read More...]

Episode 112 – The Search for Shakespeare’s Library with Stuart Kells

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Stuart Kells about the search for Shakespeare's library. Follow Stuart on Twitter. Visit Stuart Kells' official website. 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 my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite you to become a part of the Talking … [Read More...]

Episode 111 – Anne Boleyn’s Books of Hours with Kate McCaffrey

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Kate McCaffrey about the exciting discoveries she made while studying Anne Boleyn's books of hours at Hever Castle. Visit Kate's blog: https://kateemccaffrey.wordpress.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 my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite … [Read More...]

Talking Tudors Listener Spotlight

Please introduce yourself and tell us a little about your background. I was born and raised in Ohio and currently live in New York. I’ve just completed my Ph.D. in English, with a focus on 19th c. British and American literature. My dissertation brings together literature and psychology as I examine characters from 19th c. fiction that have dual selves. Outside of my research, I have a wide range of interests, from outer space and astronomy, to movies and TV, to genealogy, to (of course) … [Read More...]

Episode 110 – The Story of the Death of Anne Boleyn with Professor JoAnn DellaNeva

Natalie Grueninger speaks to Professor JoAnn DellaNeva about Lancelot de Carle's French poem about the death of Anne Boleyn. Find out more about Professor DellaNeva. 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 my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite you to become a part of the Talking … [Read More...]

Episode 109 – Tudor Gems & Jewellery with Justin K. Prim

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Justin K. Prim about Tudor gems & jewellery. Find out more about Justin's work at the following websites: www.justinkprim.com  www.facetinghistory.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 my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite you to … [Read More...]

Episode 108 – The Early Life of Nicholas Hilliard with Dr Elizabeth Goldring

Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Elizabeth Goldring about the early life of Nicholas Hilliard. Visit Dr Goldring's official website.  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 my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite you to become a part of the Talking Tudors family … [Read More...]