What was queer life like during the Tudor Era? We're joined by Dr. Kit Heyam to discuss Henry VIII's Buggery Act (boo!), queer poet Richard Barnfield (yay!), and what Shakespeare and Marlowe were really up to (ooh!).
Learn more about Kit and his work at kitheyam.com
And listen to Kit, and other wonderful guests, on the new podcast Time Travelling Queers
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Aug 26
Witch Hunts in Tudor Era Scotland (ft. Witches of Scotland)
Witch hunts were at a fever pitch in Scotland in the 16th and 17th centuries. Who was hunted, how were they investigated, and how many were executed? Zoe Venditozzi and Claire Mitchell, KC, from Witches of Scotland are here to explain why we are not the daughters of the witches t ... Show More
1h 11m
Apr 2024
Queen of Bohemia: Elizabeth Stuart
<p>Today we revisit the time I was joined by Prof. Dr. Nadine Akkerman, literary historian, author and educator. </p>
<p>Nadine’s access to Elizabeth Stuart’s original letters makes her the foremost authority on Elizabeth Stuart, and the perfect guest for to day’s show.</p>
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38m 2s
Oct 2025
The Scandalous Royal Mistress Who Ruled France
Is this strangest threesome in royal history?!We're endlessly fascinated with the lives of royal mistresses, and this has to be one of the most notorious.It takes place in 16th century France between Henry II, his wife Catherine de Medici and his much older mistress, Diane de Poi ... Show More
37m 45s
Sep 2025
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
<p>Today we talk about Anne Boleyn, and Henry VIII's descent into being a tyrant. Don't lose your head!</p><p>We also discuss evil condos and Carley getting cancelled on letterboxd.</p><p>It's a lot of info so strap in girls!!!!!</p><br><p>Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early epi ... Show More
