Tudors Dynasty & Beyond

• Parallel Lives: Henry VIII and Francis I

  In this episode of Parallel Lives, Dr. Emma and Rebecca dive into the fascinating connections between two Renaissance powerhouses—Henry VIII of England and Francis I of France. Both men were rivals and occasional allies, driven by ambition, prestige, and the desire to leave their mark on history. We’ll explore their uneasy friendship, their hunger for glory in war and peace, and the ways their larger-than-life personalities shaped the politics and culture of 16th-century Europe.Join our 6-week online course (September 17th): Forging a Queen (Katherine of Aragon before she became Queen)--Join our Special Event on September 27th when Matthew Lewis joins us to talk about Empress Matilda and why she could not win the crown.--Credits:Hosts: Rebecca Larson & Dr. Emma

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• Women Who Ruled the World

  In today’s Historian Chat, I’m talking about Elizabeth Norton’s book The Women Who Ruled the World. Norton takes us across centuries to highlight queens and empresses who rose above expectation and left their mark on history. From ancient rulers to Tudor monarchs, this book is a fascinating look at leadership, power, and the women who wielded it.The Women Who Ruled the World on Amazon UK, Barnes & Noble--Join our 6-week online course (September 17th): Forging a Queen (Katherine of Aragon before she became Queen)--Join our Special Event on September 27th when Matthew Lewis joins us to talk about Empress Matilda and why she could not win the crown.--Credits:Host: Rebecca LarsonGuest: Dr. Elizabeth Norton

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• Parallel Lives: Mary Rose Tudor and Isabel Junior

  Welcome back to another episode of Dr. Emma & Me!! Today's episode we look at sisters of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon. As always, we also talk about accents, Henry Cavill, and so much more!--Join our 6-week online course (September 17th): Forging a Queen (Katherine of Aragon before she became Queen)--Join our Special Event on September 27th when Matthew Lewis joins us to talk about Empress Matilda and why she could not win the crown.--Credits:Hosts: Rebecca Larson & Dr Emma Cahill Marron

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• Lower than the Angels: A History of Sex and Christianity

  Today I have the honor of welcoming the brilliant Diarmaid MacCulloch back. to the show! We’re diving into his fascinating new book, Lower than the Angels. It’s a bold and thought-provoking subject—one that might stir a little controversy—so buckle up and join us for a conversation that will challenge, surprise, and inspire.Pickup a copy of Lower than the Angels wherever you get books! Amazon--Check out details of the upcoming Wolf Hall Weekend in June 2026.--Join our 6-week online course (September 17th): Forging a Queen (Katherine of Aragon before she became Queen)--Join our Special Event on September 27th when Matthew Lewis joins us to talk about Empress Matilda and why she could not win the crown.--Credits:Host: Rebecca LarsonGuest: Reverend Professor Diarmaid MacCulloch

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• The Eleanors: From Aquitaine to Castile

  *This episode is available in video format on #Spotify and #Youtube✨ In today’s Parallel Lives episode, Dr. Emma and I dive into the lives of two extraordinary women—Eleanor of Aquitaine and her daughter, Eleanor of Castile. A powerful mother-daughter duo whose stories shaped medieval Europe!⏳ Don’t forget—time is running out to join Forging a Queen, my 6-week online course on Katherine of Aragon’s remarkable life before she became England’s queen. We begin September 17th!🎤 Looking for something shorter? The brilliant Matt Lewis will be joining us LIVE on September 27th for a 90-minute talk on why Empress Matilda couldn’t win the crown. Early Bird tickets are on sale now—grab yours while they last!--Would you prefer commercial-free episodes? Head over Patreon!! Hosts: Rebecca Larson & Dr. Emma

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