Anne Boleyn has been painted by history as a woman-hating vixen who weaseled her way into being Queen number two. But the real story is way more complicated. Anne started out as a pious lady-in-waiting who garnered the King’s attention. When Henry’s interest grows into a full-blown obsession, Anne decides she wants to be more than just another mistress. But ... Show More
Nov 10
New Season: ‘Tis The Grinch Holiday Podcast
<p>Grinch is back and jollier than NEVER! Whoville’s sassiest late-night talk show host returns for season 3 with more sharp-tongued monologues about everything nipping at his nose this holiday season, his signature brand of merry mischief, and a fete of festive banter, determine ... Show More
6m 20s
Aug 25
Table Manners and Tudor Scandals | 94
<p>Just like us, royals are not immune to cringe-worthy moments. Caroline of Brunswick nearly flashed the crowd at her own wedding — while her groom got plastered across the church. Classy! To avoid pulling a royal faux pas, Brooke and Aricia are joined by Bonnie Tsai, founder of ... Show More
39m 8s
Jul 2024
Even the Royals: The Six Wives of Henry VIII | Catherine of Aragon Part I | 235
<p>We mostly remember Henry VIII’s six wives because of their fate at the hands of history’s most notorious ex. But there’s so much more to them than divorce, death and beheadings. </p><p><br></p><p>Henry’s first wife, Catherine of Aragon, was a Spanish princess who grew up ... Show More
45m 27s
Dec 2024
Anne of Cleves | Secret Lives of the Six Wives
<p>Anne of Cleves gets a pretty raw deal in the history books.</p><br><p>She's often accused of being ugly, after Henry VIII claimed the painting he had made of her was overly flattering.</p><br><p>While their marriage was short-lived, is it time we give Anne of Cleves, who haile ... Show More
39m 38s
Sep 18
Anne Boleyn: Myths vs Reality
The life of Anne Boleyn has intrigued audiences for centuries. Everyone knows something about her time as Queen of England, and of course, her betrayal and execution. But her formative years in France remain a bit of a mystery.Joining us today is Estelle Paranque, an Associate Pr ... Show More
1h 1m
May 2024
La triste vie de la véritable reine Charlotte
Connaîtriez-vous la reine Charlotte sans La Chronique des Bridgerton ? Mais c’est du divertissement, pas de l’histoire ! La série donne à voir une version romancée du personnage, très éloignée de la réalité. Dans ce récit inédit, Virginie Girod vous présente la véritable histoire ... Show More
14m 27s
Nov 2023
The Tabloid Sacrifices of the Spare, Princess Margaret
<p>Princess Margaret, Queen Elizabeth II's younger sister, was one of the most famous and glamorous women of the 20th century. But her life was lived in view of, and in response to, the tabloid scandals that threatened to undo her.</p> <p><strong>Support Noble Blood:</strong></p> ... Show More
37m 29s