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Welcome to History, Books and Wine, where three author friends talk about books and fun historical tidbits all while raising a glass of vino! Hosted by bestselling authors: Eliza Knight, Lori Ann Bailey, and Madeline Martin. ​ Have a history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future s…

Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin

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    Christmas Tidings from Madeline Martin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2019 17:25


    Madeline Martin shares the history of Christmas, including cards, trees, presents and Santa! Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Portillo malbec What I read this week:Behind Closed Doors by B. A. Paris: https://amzn.to/2EC9En9 My book:How To Tempt A Duke: https://amzn.to/2Z7tBf4 Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows (all on torture)! January 2nd: Eliza Knight with the history of HogmanayJanuary 16th: Happy Hour discussing New Years traditions in history and around the world and GOALS! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/elizaknight)

    Lori Ann Bailey Shines Light on Hanukkah, the "Festival of Lights."

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2019 26:07


    Lori Ann Bailey Shares the History of Hanukkah, Chanukah, Hanuka. - Any way you spell it (and they're all right), it's still the miracle of lights. Find out the story behind this Jewish holiday, plus learn fun facts about how Hanukkah is celebrated. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Apothic Red single serve bottlesWhat I read this week:The Good Daughter by Karin Slaughter: https://amzn.to/2YjTpo4 My book:Lori Ann Bailey: Eight Kisses: https://amzn.to/2qqmx05For instructions on how to play dreidel go here: https://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/article_cdo/aid/597253/jewish/How-to-Play-Dreidel-Sevivon.htmOur Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows! December 19th: Madeline MartinJanuary 2nd: Eliza KnightJanuary 16th: Our next Happy Hour! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/elizaknight)

    The Hot Mess Episode of Death, Taxes, and Syphilis

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2019 76:38


    What happens when Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight, and Madeline Martin don't have time to prep for our podcast? You get the hot mess episode of what we're researching right now. Listen for fun facts about the following era's, Regency, Medieval, and the French Revolution. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Eliza: Lamarca ProseccoLori: Hob Nob - Wicked Red (exclusive from The Wicked Wine Run)Madeline: Payoff Pinot Noir What we read this week:Lori Ann Bailey: Before I Let You Go by Kelly Rimmer: https://amzn.to/2QrusouMadeline Martin: An Anonymous Girl by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen: https://amzn.to/2XrjctHEliza Knight: Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore: https://amzn.to/2OeITcY Our books:Lori Ann Bailey: Eight Kisses: https://amzn.to/2qqmx05Madeline Martin: The Earl of Oakhurst: https://amzn.to/2XpcFQfEliza Knight: Ribbons of Scarlet: https://amzn.to/2qaNyVtOur Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows (all on torture)! December 5th: Lori Ann BaileyDecember 19th: Madeline MartinJanuary 2nd: Eliza KnightJanuary 16th: Our next Happy Hour! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/elizaknight)

    A Wicked Storm and a Superstitious King Lead to a Brutal Witch Hunt

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2019 22:46


    Welcome to Episode 36! What did Shakespeare, a sieve, a tempest, seventy witches and King James VI of Scotland have in common? Dive into the brutal history of the North Berwick With Trials with Eliza Knight!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comThis episode was paired with:Meiomi Pinot NoirWe Eliza read this week:City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilberthttps://amzn.to/36ztgFqOur books:E. Knight: Ribbons of Scarlet - https://amzn.to/2Lnhp3h Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!Our Happy Hour is on Nov 21st where we will continue our discussion of witches! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/elizaknight)

    Madeline Martin and The Trier Witch Hunt

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2019 21:37


    Madeline Martin talks the witch trials in Germany that led to thousands of deaths in episode 35 of this episode of History, Books and Wine. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Ravage Dark Red Wine Blend What I read this week:Ribbons of Scarlet: https://amzn.to/33YwKze My book:Leila’s Legacy: https://amzn.to/362KT04 Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows (all on torture)! November 7th: Eliza Knight with the North Berwick Witch TrialsNovember 21st: Happy Hour discussing more witches! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwine Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/elizaknight)

    Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble - Lori Ann Bailey analyzes the Pendle Witch Trials.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 20:48


    Welcome to episode 34 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, as she kicks of our segment on witch trials. Lori dives into the dynamics of the religious and political causes contributing to the intolerance of those practicing "witchcraft" and then the odd confessions of women in 1612 in the Pendle Hill area of Lancashire.   Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with: Bonterra - Equinox RedA little extra about the Pendle Witch Trials:Documentary: The Pendle Witch Child: https://youtu.be/MATKIhrDZSc What I read this week:Mindset - The New Psychology of Sucess: https://amzn.to/2p4WECfMy book (available online where books are sold!):Eight Kisses: https://amzn.to/2M40vsg  Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!October 24th: Madeline Martin will wow us with tales from a witch trial of her choosing.November 7th: Eliza Knight will astound us with the details on the North Berwick Witch Trials.November 21st: Next Happy Hour where we will be diving into the Salem Witch TrialsSupport the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwine Support the show

    Tonight's Happy Hour Special is... TORTURE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2019 54:54


    For the past three weeks we've been discussing the taboo topic of torture, and our theme comes to a close in this month's Happy Hour. Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight and Madeline Martin pry open the doors of dungeons, torture chambers and town squares to explore just how brutal humans could be to other humans in history. Open up a bottle, pour a glass, and join us for some squeamish tidbits and also some fun facts!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Eliza: Slo Down Wines -- Sexual ChocolateLori: Apothic InfernoMadeline: Crafters Union Daring & Elegant Red Blend What we read this week:Lori Ann Bailey: The Widows of Malibar Hill by Sujata Massey https://amzn.to/2LDI9OFMadeline Martin: The Wallflower Wager by Tessa Dare and read by Mary Jane Wells https://amzn.to/2Qeqnpv Eliza Knight: Finish by Jon Acuff https://amzn.to/2O3UflD Our books:Lori Ann Bailey: Highland Obligation https://amzn.to/3055Rw0Madeline Martin: How to Tempt a Duke https://amzn.to/2LzZkjR Eliza Knight: The Highlander's Surrender https://amzn.to/2O8tDQkOur Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows (all on torture)! October 10th: Lori Ann BaileyOctober 24th: Madeline MartinNovember 7th: Eliza KnightNovember 21st: Our next Happy Hour where we're chatting about epic witch trials! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Madeline Martin Brings on The Torture - Medieval Style!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2019 21:17


    Madeline brings on the torture in this segment on the brazen bull, keelhauling and the various, terrible ways one could be impaled.  Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Gnarly Head Double Black 1924 What I read this week:Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein:  https://amzn.to/2OfH8O6  My book:Earl of Benton: https://amzn.to/2M6GvnI  Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows (all on torture)!September 26th: Happy Hour on Torture with all 3 of us!October: Witches! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwinehttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:INF3-270_Anti-rumour_and_careless_talk_Keep_mum_-_she%27s_not_so_dumb.jpg Support the show

    Lori Ann Bailey gives the gruesome details on Chinese Water Torture, The Wheel, and Foot Binding.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2019 24:02


    Welcome to episode 31 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, as she explores torture for information, punishment, and beauty. Does Chinese water torture really work? Why can being on the wheel mean a swift death or one prolonged for days? What would posses a woman to break her own feet? Find the answers on this episode.  Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with: Hopes End - Australian 2017 Red BlendWhat I read this week:Rocky Mountain Cowboy Christmas: https://amzn.to/2NXsJpHMy book (available online where books are sold!):Highland Deception: http://amzn.to/2hTxjnG  Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!September 19th: Madeline Martin on torture.September 26th: Next Happy Hour - Continues our series on tortureSupport the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwine Support the show

    Medieval Torture was a Real Pain in the... with Eliza Knight

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2019 24:41


    Welcome to Episode 30! Take a deep breath and get ready to dig into this month's exciting topic--TORTURE! Eliza starts us off with three breathtakingly horrible torture devices--the Scold's Bridle, the Iron Maiden and Judas's Cradle. Pour a glass of wine and prepare to cringe!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comThis episode was paired with:Cycles Gladiator Pinot Noir -- in the can. Also available in a bottleWe Eliza read this week:What a Way to Go by Geoffrey Abbott - https://amzn.to/2NQ4DNyOur books:E. Knight: Ribbons of Scarlet - https://amzn.to/2Lnhp3h Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!Lori on Sept 12th -- TORTURE!Madeline on Sept. 19th -- TORTURE! Next Happy Hour is Sept 26th and we'll be discussing even more torturous things!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Why We Would Make Horrible Spies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2019 58:03


    This month's Happy Hour with Lori Ann Baily, Eliza Knight and Madeline Martin delves into the nitty gritty of spy work…and why we would be terrible spies. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Eliza: Babe Rose BubblesLori: Bota BoxMadeline: Target House Wine Rose What we read this week:Lori Ann Bailey: Then She Was Gone - by Lisa Jewell https://amzn.to/2KPhbTAMadeline Martin: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine - by Gail Honeyman https://amzn.to/2KYVvo9Eliza Knight: One Plus One - by Jojo Moyes https://amzn.to/31TJd6b Our books:Lori Ann Bailey: A Highlander for Hanukkah in the Eight Kisses Anthology https://amzn.to/327iNy3Madeline Martin: Catriona's Secret (Book 4 of the Borderland Ladies) https://amzn.to/340zrRyEliza Knight: The Highlander's Charmhttps://amzn.to/2HzqvJt Additional Information Discussed: Smithsonian Spy School Program: https://www.smithsonianchannel.com/shows/world-war-ii-spy-school/0/3416231Shoot Em Up with Clive Owens carrot killing scenes – all the youtube clips contained explicit language and graphic violence, so we'll leave you to your own devices on looking these up ;)  Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows (all on torture)! September 5th: Eliza KnightSeptember 12th: Lori Ann BaileySeptember 19th: Madeline MartinSeptember 26th: Our next Happy Hour where we're chatting about all things accessories like purses, pins and more! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Lori Ann Bailey explores the life of Casanova - lover, musician, scholar, con-artist, and SPY!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2019 30:13


    Welcome to episode 28 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, as she dives into the tumultuous life of Giacomo Casanova. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with: Bota Box – Cabernet Sauvignon What I read this week:The Alice Network: https://amzn.to/2Zk3TCDMy book (available online where books are sold!):Highland Obligation: https://amzn.to/31Vd1z9  Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!August 29th: Next Happy Hour - Spying tools of the trade...Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwine Support the show

    Madeline Martin Spying on Spies with Mata Hari

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2019 21:23


    Madeline Martin delves into Mata Hari's life - from potential kindergarten teacher to exotic dancer to spy!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Madeline Martin: Gnarly head 1924 Double Black We I read this week:Find Her by Lisa Gardner: https://amzn.to/2KAlRwD My book:The Highlander's Challenge: https://amzn.to/2yXTLobSign up for my newsletter to get it for FREE: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/ff96yjtq8c Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows! August 2nd: Lori Ann Bailey will be chatting about spiesAugust 29th: Our next Happy Hour where we're chatting about all things spies and freaking out about the fact that it's almost September. Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Eliza Presents Grace Elliott "Daly the Tall" -- A Courtesan With a Talent for Spying

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2019 19:21


    Welcome to Episode 26! Are you ready to get your spy on? On today's show, Eliza Knight  dives into the mysterious history of the lovely Scotswoman, Grace Elliott aka Daly the Tall, born Grissel Dalrymple. An epic beauty whose height was noted at being 6 feet took society by storm, until a dalliance left her reputation in tatters. With her only recourse to become a courtesan, she leaps in with gusto becoming the lover of princes and other nobles. But more exciting than her talents with men were her talents in spying. Explore the woman who braved revolutionaries in France during the Reign of Terror, and lived to talk about it.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:West + Wilder Sparkling White Wine Want to read Grace's journal? https://archive.org/details/cu31924024298972/page/n8We Eliza read this week:An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena: https://amzn.to/2KpzBdz Our books:Eliza Knight: The Highlander's Quest: https://amzn.to/2GY7IqS Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!Madeline Martin: August 15th talking about Mata HariLori Ann Bailey: August 22nd will discuss Casanova—who knew he was a spy?Our next Happy Hour is August 29th and we'll be dishing on all things spy related!  Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Historical Happy Hour with Madeline, Eliza, and Lori on Handbags, Wigs, and Belts, Oh My...

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019 55:32


    Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight, and Madeline Martin share everything the fashionable medieval person needed to accessorize, protect their head, and carry their valuables.  Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Eliza Knight: Josh RoseLori Ann Bailey: Curious Beasts Blood Red Wine Madeline Martin: Apothic DarkWe we read this week:Madeline Martin: Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks - https://amzn.to/334KtosEliza Knight: Meet Me in Monaco by Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb - https://amzn.to/2Yzj2UjLori Ann Bailey: The Couple Next Door - Shari Lapena - https://amzn.to/31bbGE9 Our books:Lori Ann Bailey: Highland Salvation, Highland Pride Book Four - https://amzn.to/2LUezFOMadeline Martin: Ella's Desire - https://amzn.to/2Ov9WUMEliza Knight: Savage of the Sea - https://amzn.to/2LOW8SROur Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!August 8th: Eliza Knight on Spies...August 15th: Madeline Martin on Spies...August 22nd: Lori Ann Bailey on Spies....August 29th: Our next Happy Hour where we're chatting about more Spies!!! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Stepping into the Shoes of History with Eliza Knight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019 23:13


    Welcome to Episode 24! On today's show, Eliza Knight walks us through the shoes of history from the paleolithic era to the 19th century! Find out how she was tripped by a Roman soldier, who invented sneakers, and what types of shoes early man wore.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Chateau Francs-Bories Saint-Emilion We Eliza read this week:Wench by Dolen Perkin-Valdez: https://amzn.to/2YdgYRz Our books:Eliza Knight: The Highlander's Enchantment https://amzn.to/2WUnjMZ Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!August 1st: Our next Happy Hour where we're chatting about all things accessories like purses, pins and more! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Lori Ann Bailey guides us through man/womankind's love of personal adornments - JEWELRY.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2019 33:22


    Welcome to episode 23 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, who takes us on a tour of the history of personal adornments, wedding rings, and mourning jewelry. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with: Bota Box – Cabernet Sauvignon Fun things I talked about:The Art of Mourning: https://artofmourning.com/?doing_wp_cron=1563201276.0793230533599853515625What I read this week:Sidney Sheldon's Tides of Memory by Tilly Bagshawe: https://amzn.to/2XOFIjYMy book (available online where books are sold!):Highland Redemption: https://amzn.to/2LRPniD  Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows! July 25th: Eliza Knight on Shoes Through HistoryAugust 1st: Next Happy Hour - All About Historical AccessoriesSupport the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwine Support the show

    Madeline Martin Doffs Her Cap to The History of Hats

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2019 30:55


    Madeline Martin goes mad on hats for you! Learn what syphilis has to do with hats, what kind of a statement the first top hat made and just how tall those hennins really got.  Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Madeline Martin: Art of the Cooper Cabernet Sauvignon We I read this week:Madeline Martin: The Great Courses: The Medieval World by Dorsey Armstrong: https://amzn.to/2Lfhmce  My book:Deception of a Highlander: https://amzn.to/2LOPURZ Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!July 18th: Lori Ann Bailey will be sparkling with historical jewelryJuly 25th: Eliza Knight with a shore up on shoesAugust 1st: Our next Happy Hour where we're chatting about all things accessories like purses, pins and more! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    A Celebratory Happy Hour Recognizing Amazing Women in American History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2019 46:47


    Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight and Madeline Martin kick off this 4thof July with talking about incredible women in our American history! Listen to find out about the incredible feats of Harriet Tubman, Hellen Keller and Clara Barton.  Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Madeline Martin: Freakshow Cabernet SauvignonEliza Knight: Barefoot Pinot GrigioLori Ann Bailey: Joseph Carr, Family Reserve We we read this week:Madeline Martin: World War Z by Max Brooks (do the audio version – it's so good!) https://amzn.to/2xw4PseEliza Knight: The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict https://amzn.to/2KpZknhLori Ann Bailey: The Kitchen House by Katleen Grissom https://amzn.to/31HIVQm Our books:Madeline Martin: Highland Passions Box Set https://amzn.to/2XqS24CEliza Knight: The Highlander's Enchantment https://amzn.to/2WUnjMZLori Ann Bailey: Highland Redemption https://amzn.to/2RozIYx Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!July 11th: Madeline Martin talking the history of hatsJuly 18th: Lori Ann Bailey will be sparkling with historical jewelryJuly 25th: Eliza Knight with a shore up on shoesAugust 1st: Our next Happy Hour where we're chatting about all things accessories like purses, pins and more! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Lori Ann Bailey Shares Her Knowledge of "The Maid of Orleans" - Joan of Arc

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2019 26:07


    Welcome to episode 20 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, who will be sharing the history of Joan of Arc and how she became a saint. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with: Josh Operation Gratitude Lodi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon What I read this week:Ribbons of Scarlet by Kate Quinn, Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie, E. Knight, Heather Webb, and Sophie Perinot: https://amzn.to/2X5Zkj7My book(available online where books are sold!):Highland Deception: https://amzn.to/2YKegQ9 Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!July 4th: Next Happy Hour - All About Inspiring Women in American History!July 11th: Madeline Martin on Hats Through HistoryJuly 18th: Lori Ann Bailey with Jewelry Through HistoryJuly 25th: Eliza Knight on Shoes Through History Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Madeline Martin Walks the Wild Side with Grace O'Malley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2019 25:42


    Madeline Martin is introducing you to the famed pirate, Grace O'Malley, whose story is filled with rebellion, betrayal…and a tidbit about a lace hanky.  Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Apothic CrushCheck out their awesome website: https://www.apothic.com We I read this week:Breath From The Sea by Eliza Knight https://amzn.to/2XoQvjB  My book(available online where books are sold!):Anice's Bargain: https://amzn.to/2Xmhs7t Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows! June 27th: Lori Ann BaileyJuly 4th: Next Happy Hour! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Eliza Knight Shares the Struggle of the Queen of All Warrior Queens -- Boudica

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2019 23:21


    Welcome to Episode 18 with your host, Eliza Knight who leaps back into ancient Britain, bringing to life Queen Boudica, a woman who is still to this day celebrated as a national heroine and a symbol of the struggle for justice and independence. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comEliza paired this episode with:Murphy Goode Pinot NoirEliza read this week:Bird Box by Josh Malerman: https://amzn.to/2IB0uceCheck out Eliza's book A Year of Ravens, which features Boudica and her daughters (available online where books are sold!): https://amzn.to/2Kfoi8HOur Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!June 20th: Madeline Martin chats about Grace O'MalleyJune 27th: Lori Ann Bailey explores Joan of ArcJuly 4th: Next Happy Hour! All three of us pay homage to some of our favorite American female role models!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    It's Wine O'Clock! Eliza, Lori & Madeline share historical tidbits & fun facts about wine!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2019 80:45


    Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. Are you ready to learn all about the history of wine, and the varieties available? Want to know how old the oldest bottle is? How about the most expensive? How fast does a champagne cork travel? Ready, set, cheers!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comWe paired episode seventeen with these wines:Madeline: Bota Box, Nighthawk BlackLori: Beringer Bros. Bourbon Barrel Aged Chardonnay Eliza: Dibon Cava Brut RoseWe we read this week:Madeline: In the After by Demitira Lunetta: https://amzn.to/2XpVcXp Lori: The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker https://amzn.to/2WLUzdoEliza: Anice's Bargain by Madeline Martin https://amzn.to/2WbZ1OoCheck out our books (available online where books are sold!):Lori's: Highland Temptation https://amzn.to/2Jqt1DHEliza's: The Highlander's Enchantment: https://amzn.to/2XrXUeJMadeline's: A Ghostly Tale of Forbidden Love: https://amzn.to/2WlA9bUHere's a pic of the oldest wine bottle! https://www.thevintagenews.com/2018/07/20/bottle-of-wine/ Learn more about what we chatted about:Follow us at #HistRomRun to see our progress as we train for the Disney Princess Half Marathon.Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!June 13th: Eliza Knight shares the history of BoudicaJune 20th: Madeline Martin chats about Grace O'MalleyJune 27th: Lori Ann Bailey explores Joan of ArcJuly 4th: Next Happy Hour! All three of us pay homage to some of our favorite American female role models!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Lori Ann Bailey Wets Your Whistle With Everything You Need To Know About Whisky

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2019 31:35


    Welcome to episode 16 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, who will be sharing the history of whisky along with some fun facts and examples of how everyone from kings to farmers love the malted libation. Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Glenlivet Scotch and Jim Beam Bourbon Additional Research on Whisky: http://mentalfloss.com/article/30278/what%E2%80%99s-difference-between-scotch-whiskey-and-bourbon & https://www.whisky.com/information/knowledge/production/overview/types-of-whiskies.htmlLink to Whiskey Glasses by Morgan Wallen: https://youtu.be/FjBp30kjzTcCarol's Recipe for Whiskey Crab Soup: Ingredients Red Sauce: 1 cup olive oil 6 cups shredded carrots 3 cups chopped red onion 2 Tbsp dried basil 1/4 cup chopped garlic 1 #10 can diced tomatoes Soup Base: 3 cups flour 1 lb butter 1/4 cup chicken base 1/4 cup fish base 1 1/2 gallons of water Soup Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups Red Sauce 2 Tbsp Old Bay seasoning 1 Tbsp white pepper 1 cup lemon juice 2 Tbsp Worcestershire 2 Tbsp Tabasco 1/2 gallon heavy cream 1/2 cup Sherry 2 oz Jack Daniels 3 cups Dungeness crab meat  Directions Red Sauce: 1. Combine following ingredients in a large stock pot: olive oil, carrots, onions, basil and garlic. 2. Cook over high heat, stirring regularly, until carrots are tender, then add tomatoes. 3. Return to a boil, then remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes to cool. Puree mixture in blender until smooth. Soup Base: 1. Bring water to a boil in a large stock pot, and add fish and chicken base. 2. Return to a boil then reduce heat. 3. Melt butter for Roux in a sauce pan over high heat. 4. Add flour slowly to boiling butter. 5. Remove from heat and stir until smooth. 6. Add Roux to stock, mix well, cover and let cook over low heat 5 minutes. Soup: 1. Add all but last 4 ingredients to soup base and mix well. 2. Add cream, sherry, whisky and crab meat, stirring gently but well. 3. Slowly heat to serve to prevent from scorching. What I read this week:The Earl of Benton by Madeline Martin: https://amzn.to/2WjfLr9My book(available online where books are sold!):Highland Deception: https://amzn.to/2YKegQ9 Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows!June 6th: Next Happy Hour - All About Wine!June 13th: Eliza Knight on BoudiccaJune 20th: Madeline Martin on Grace O'MalleyJune 27th: Lori Ann Bailey on Joan of Arc Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Brewing Up Some Beer History with Madeline Martin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2019 29:25


    Welcome to episode 15 with your host this week, Madeline Martin who will be sharing the history of beer and ale (and what the difference between those two is) as well as a little bit of German.   Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Yuengling Lager – YUM!  We I read this week:Say Yes to the Marquess by Tessa Dare https://amzn.to/2QdVvl2 My book(available online where books are sold!):Marin's Promise, Book 1 of the Borderland Ladies series https://amzn.to/2VUbzP4Read the first chapter here:http://www.madelinemartin.com/2019/05/first-chapter-preview-of-marins-promise/Read the character stories for free here (including Nan's): http://www.madelinemartin.com/borderland-ladies/ Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows! May 30th: Lori Ann BaileyJune 6th: Next Happy Hour! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Get Your Liquor Knowledge on With Eliza!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2019 25:55


    Welcome to episode 14 with your host Eliza Knight who is talking about all things liquor--and may just get you saying "time for a trip to the spirit store!"Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comEliza paired this episode with an Amaretto sour!Eliza read this week:The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Warehttps://amzn.to/2JPvdolEliza's Book (available online where books are sold!):Eliza's Guarded by the Warrior: https://amzn.to/2Q9LpSjOur Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!May 23rd: Beer w/Madeline MartinMay 30th: Whiskey w/Lori Ann Bailey June 6th: Next Wine Happy Hour!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight, and Madeline Martin Share Their Knowledge of Historical Hygiene From Their Annual Retreat On Cape Fear River

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2019 72:18


    Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. Go on a behind the scenes tour of our annual writing retreat while we share fun facts about historical hygiene, our retreat, and one of our favorite wines.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comWe paired episode thirteen with these wines:Undivided, Pinot Noir: This is a fruit forward Pinot Noir that retains a complex palate. Elegant notes of small red fruit combine with hints of spice and smooth vanilla.Canvas, Cabernet Sauvignon: Our Canvas California Cabernet Sauvignon offers aromas of cedar and tobacco that complement the lush textures and rich dark fruit flavors found on the palate. Subtle hints of oak and spice, married with lively tannins.We we read this week:Before She Knew Him by Peter Swanson: https://amzn.to/2VXyZ5aOur books (available online where books are sold!):Lori's new release -- Highland Salvation: https://amzn.to/2Ula385 Eliza's The Highlander's Secret Vow: https://amzn.to/2PSbZPRMadeline's A Warrior's Heart: https://amzn.to/2WOXlLg Learn more about what we chatted about:Follow us at #HistRomRun to see our progress as we train for the Disney Princess Half Marathon.Great body products and custom gifts - Handmade by TnT: https://www.handmadebytnt.com Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!May 16th: Eliza Knight shares the history of various alcoholic spirits.May 23rd: Madeline Martin chats about the evolution of beer.May 30th: Lori Ann Bailey explores the origins of whiskey.May 9th: Next Happy Hour! All three of us dive into our favorite libation... WINE.Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Lori Ann Bailey Takes Us On A Tour Of A Medieval Kitchen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2019 27:00


    Welcome to episode 12 with your host Lori Ann Bailey, who is exploring the medieval kitchen, cooking and what people ate in the middle ages versus what we eat now!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comLori paired episode one with these wines:Adega Vila Real 2013 Douro Doc from PortugalLinks to a list of when foods were first mentioned in several countries: http://medievalcookery.com/foodlist.html Medieval recipes and other resources: http://www.castlesandmanorhouses.com/life_04_food.htm & https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medieval_cuisineLori read this week:Rules for a Rogue, by Christy Carlyle https://amzn.to/2LhqdeqLori's Book (available online where books are sold!):Highland Redemption, Book Two in the Highland Pride Series: http://amzn.to/2jZCsz4Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!April 25th: Madeline MartinMay 2nd: Lori Ann BaileyMay 9th: Next Happy Hour!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Madeline Martin goes medieval on medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019 30:51


    Welcome to episode 11 with your host this week, Madeline Martin who is discussing health in the medieval period, including staggering life expectancy stats and some pretty bizarre cures they used back then. It will make you appreciate the 21stcentury for sure! Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.com This episode was paired with:Roscato Dark AND Roscato Smooth (because they were buy 2, get $5 off at Target – Whee!) We I read this week:My Lady Viiper by E. Knighthttps://amzn.to/2Posu5U My book(available online where books are sold!):The Madam's Highlander -https://amzn.to/2VfS42b Read the fun and interesting History Undressed post(s) on herbal medicine through history (link to part 1 of 4):https://www.historyundressed.com/2017/10/part-one-history-of-medicinal-herbs.htmlRead how they did surgery on kidney stones (if you dare): https://www.quora.com/How-did-people-deal-with-kidney-stones-in-the-past-prior-to-1900-CE Our Websites-- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline Martin Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWine Stay tuned for our next shows! May 2nd: Lori Ann BaileyMay 9th: Next Happy Hour! Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Digging into Dirt with Eliza -- AKA How to Clean a Medieval Castle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 18:02


    Welcome to episode 10 with your host Eliza Knight who is digging into the medieval dirt--literally--this week with how to clean your medieval castle. Surprise, some things are still pretty similar to today!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comEliza paired episode one with these wines:Sledgehammer, Cabernet Sauvignon Eliza read this week:All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr https://amzn.to/2XmpUAgEliza's Book (available online where books are sold!):Eliza's The Highlander's Stolen Bride: https://amzn.to/2UI0MXvOur Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!April 25th: Madeline MartinMay 2nd: Lori Ann BaileyMay 9th: Next Happy Hour!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Happy Hour with Historical Figures and a Historical Fact True False Drinking Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2019 63:03


    Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. Learn a little more about some famous figures in history and enjoy our history true/false drinking game (we sure did!)Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comWe paired episode one with these wines:Lori - Kenwood Vineyards 2015 Merlot Eliza - Bogle, Old Vine ZinfandelMadeline - Cooper's Hawk Cabernet Sauvignon (in a monster sized bottle)We we read this week:Lori read Into the Fire, a Night Prince Novel by Jeanienne Frost: https://amzn.to/2FSchkS Eliza read Silent in the Grave (A Lady Julia Grey mystery) by Deanna Raybournhttps://amzn.to/2Vo3DBsMadeline read The Ragged Edge of Night by Olivia Hawker: https://amzn.to/2IndvHM Our books (available online where books are sold!):Lori's upcoming release -- Highland Salvation: https://amzn.to/2Ula385 Eliza's The Highlander's Secret Vow: https://amzn.to/2U06aRFMadeline's upcoming romance - Dukes by the Dozen:  https://amzn.to/2UPsTmZ Learn more about what we chatted about:Folklore on the Bloody Mary Game Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!April 18th: Eliza Knight April 25th: Madeline MartinMay 2nd: Lori Ann BaileyMay 9th: Next Happy Hour!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Lori Ann Bailey Gets Serious About Mary, Queen of Scots, and Robert the Bruce - Scottish Royalty and Scandals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2019 28:43


    In this episode Lori Ann Bailey discusses two of the most fascinating and controversial people in Scottish history: Mary, Queen of Scots and Robert the Bruce. Find more on Mary, Queen of Scots, here:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary,_Queen_of_ScotsFind more on Robert the Bruce, here:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_the_BruceLori paired this episode with a 2016 Bordeaux, Mouton Cadet, Baron Phillipe De Rothschild: https://www.bpdr.com/en/branded-wines/bordeaux-2 What Lori read this week: The First Wife by Erica Spindler: https://amzn.to/2Vg7yjDLori's book discussed from this episode: The Highland Guard and His Lady: https://amzn.to/2UtZi2eWhere to find info on the show mentioned in this pod cast: Outlaw King (Netflix) - https://www.netflix.com/title/80190859 Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!April 11th: Next Happy Hour, where we'll be discussing controversial women who all had a role in the life of King Henry VIII! And we'll be quizzing each other about our subjects. April 18th: Eliza Knight will teach us about medieval cleaning. April 25th: Madeline Martin will give us the scoop on medieval health.May 2nd: Lori Ann Bailey will be experimenting with medieval cooking.Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Madeline Martin Goes History Happy on Henry VIII and Catherine the Great

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2019 32:30


    In this episode Madeline Martin goes full-on history nerd, talking about two of the most fascinating people in history (to her): Henry VIII (with info on ALL the wives) and Catherine the Great, filled with enough drama and scandal to get you through to the next episode. Madeline paired this episode with Truth and Valor Zinfandel: http://www.truthandvalorwinery.com What Madeline listened to this week: Outlaw King by Julie Johnstone: https://amzn.to/2HJKtmsMadeline's new release she discussed from this episode: Her Highland Destiny: https://amzn.to/2HPs5Zt Madeline's website to read more about her upcoming Borderland Ladies series: http://www.madelinemartin.com Where to find info on shows mentioned in this pod cast: The Tudors (Showtime) - https://www.sho.com/the-tudors Reign (Netflix) - https://www.netflix.com/title/70283260 Who Was? Show (Netflix) - https://www.netflix.com/title/80184379 Our Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!April 4th: Lori Ann BaileyApril 11th: Next Happy Hour!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Step Back in Time with Eliza to chat about Elizabeth I of England and Legendary Scottish Warrior William Wallace

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2019 24:40


    In this episode Eliza Knight talks about two amazing historical figures: Elizabeth I of England and William Wallace of Scotland, including fun facts, historical anecdotes and fascinating info that will help you win trivia games! (*winning not guaranteed! lol)Eliza paired this episode with a Dibon Cava Brut RoseWhat Eliza read this week: The Huntress by Kate QuinnWhat books did Eliza share this week:Prisoner of the Queen -- https://amzn.to/2TBIgzuThe Highlander's Reward -- https://amzn.to/2TXSGZQThe Highlander's Gift (on sale for $0.99 from 3/19/19 - 3/26/19) - https://amzn.to/2Fgjk6NOur Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinFollow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!We will be posting pictures all week from the places we're talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!March 28th: Madeline MartinApril 4th: Lori Ann BaileyApril 11th: Next Happy Hour!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Happy Hour -- Our Top 5 (x3!) Favorite Places and Fun Memories from Scotland

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2019 96:47


    Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. The ladies share their top five favorite places/things/memories about Scotland, sharing adventures, and funny anecdotes, what wine they are drinking and what they are reading this week.We paired episode one with these wines:Lori --Started with, Clos du Bois, Pinot GrigioEliza -- Gabbiano, Dark Knight, ToscanoMadeline -- Chateau Smith - a 2016 Cabernet sauvignon We we read this week:Lori read a contemporary romance-- A Princess Theory by Alyssa Cole: https://amzn.to/2T4FuO6 Eliza read a French Revolution,Young Adult novel--Enchantée by Gita Trelease: https://amzn.to/2F5fzRsMadeline read a historical non-fiction --Time Travelers Guide to Medieval England by Ian Mortimer: https://amzn.to/2IO6oKu Our books (available online where books are sold!):Lori's award winning book, a Scottish historical romance -- Highland Deception: https://amzn.to/2VYQSNlEliza's newest book, a Tudor historical fiction -- Prisoner of the Queen: https://amzn.to/2TBIgzuMadeline's newest book, a Regency romance -- Earl of Benton: https://amzn.to/2Vxn9ee Learn more about the places mentioned:The Sabhal on Skye - Old barn made into an amazing B&B: https://www.bedandbreakfast.eu/bed-and-breakfast/skeabost/the-sabhal/2044574/Coinachan Guest House: http://www.coinachan.com/main.htmArmadale Castle: https://www.armadalecastle.com/Balvenie Castle: https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/balvenie-castle/Fa'Side Castle: https://www.faside-estate.com Rogie Falls: https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/lochness/Rogiefalls.shtmlFalls of Foyers: https://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/lochness/Fallsoffoyers.shtmlEilean Donan Castle: https://www.eileandonancastle.com/Dornoch Castle Hotel: https://www.dornochcastlehotel.com/Castle Stalker: https://www.castlestalker.com/wp/ Edinburgh Castle: https://www.edinburghcastle.scot/visitElephant House Cafe: http://www.elephanthouse.biz/Writer's Museum: https://www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/writers-museumWhighams Wine Cellars: https://whighams.com/Help for Motion Sickness: Wrist Bands: Support the show

    Lori Ann Bailey Chats About Her Favorite Places in Scotland

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 26:23


    Today's host is Lori Ann Bailey. She talks about four amazing places in Scotland, their history and a few fun facts: Eilean Donan Castle, Achnacarry Castle and the surrounding Cameron lands, Cawdor Castle and the ruins of Holyrood AbbeyHave history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comLori paired episode four with this wine:Josh, Cabernet Sauvignon, North Coast Reserve  Learn more about the places Lori Mentioned:Eilean Donan Castle: https://www.eileandonancastle.com/Achnacarry Castle: https://www.achnacarry.com/historyCawdor Castle: https://www.cawdorcastle.com/Holyrood Abbey Ruins: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holyrood_AbbeyLori mentioned her book and read a passage from, Highland Temptation:Highland Temptation, Highland Pride Series, Book Threehttp://loriannbailey.com/books/highlander-series/highland-temptation/ This week Lori Read:Again the Magic, by Lisa Kleypashttps://amzn.to/2XGZl9Y Lori's Website -- find links to social media on her website and sign up for her newsletter!http://loriannbailey.com/ Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Lori will be posting pictures all week from the places she's talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!March 14th: Happy Hour with Lori, Eliza, and Madeline!March 21st: Eliza Knight https://eknightauthor.com/books/March 28th: Madeline Martin http://www.madelinemartin.com/  Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Madeline Martin Talks Scottish Castles

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2019 30:34


    Today's host is Madeline Martin, discussing her travels in Scotland with castle history and how many times she's fallen or almost fallen at castle sites. Her discussed castles include: Knock Castle, Edzell Castle, Castle of Park and Findlater Castle.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comMadeline paired episode three with this wine:Kings of Prohibition -- Cabernet-Shiraz Red Blend Learn more about the castles Madeline mentioned:Knock Castle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knock_Castle_(Isle_of_Skye) Edzell Castle: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edzell_Castle Castle of Park: http://www.castleofpark.co.uk Findlater Castle: https://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/sandend/findlatercastle/index.html Madeline mentioned this book regarding Findlater Castle:Historical Romance - Deep Into Darkness by Kathryn le Vequehttps://amzn.to/2T7SRlC Madeline read this week:Thriller - Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughterhttps://amzn.to/2VtMjuy Madeline's new release (available online where books are sold!):Highland Passions, Volume 1https://amzn.to/2XuDqlX Madeline's Website -- find links to social media on her websites and sign up for her newsletter!http://www.madelinemartin.com Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Madeline will be posting pictures all week from the places she's talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!March 7th: Lori Ann Bailey www.loriannbailey.comMarch 14th: Happy Hour with Eliza, Madeline and Lori!March 21st: Eliza Knight https://eknightauthor.com/books/ Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Eliza Dishes on Scottish Castles and a Haunted Underground

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2019 31:42


    Today's host is Eliza Knight, talking about four amazing places in Scotland, their history and a few fun facts: Dunrobin Castle, Dunnottar Castle, Culloden Battlefield and Mary King's Close!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comEliza paired episode two with this wine:Carnivore -- Cabernet Sauvignon Want to visit the places Eliza talked about? Check out these links!Dunrobin Castle: http://www.dunrobincastle.co.uk/Dunnottar Castle: https://www.dunnottarcastle.co.ukCulloden Battlefield: https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/cullodenMary King's Close: https://www.realmarykingsclose.com/Poem Read:The Skye Boat Song by Sir Harold BoultonEliza read this week:Historical Romance - Wild Wicked Scot by Julia Londonhttps://amzn.to/2TYL9a2Historical Memoir - In My Hands by Irene Gut Opdyke w/ Jennifer Armstrong https://amzn.to/2IoFfh4Eliza's featured book this week (available online where books are sold!):The Highlander's Conquesthttps://eknightauthor.com/the-highlanders-conquest/Eliza's Website -- find links to social media on her websites and sign up for her newsletter!https://www.elizaknight.comwww.historyundressed.com Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Eliza will be posting pictures all week from the places she's talking about in the podcast!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineTwitter: @HistoryBksWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineStay tuned for our next shows!Feb 28th: Madeline Martin www.madelinemartin.comMarch 7: Lori Ann Bailey www.loriannbailey.comMarch 14th: Happy Hour with Eliza, Madeline and Lori!Support the show!https://www.patreon.com/historybooksandwineSupport the show

    Happy Hour -- History of Valentine's Day

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 7, 2019 67:54


    Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. The three authors talk about the history behind Valentine's Day -- which goes back to Roman times -- wine, books, writing, pets, audiobooks, health, gift ideas and so much more!Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show? Email us! historybooksandwine@gmail.comWe paired episode one with these wines:Lori -- Apothic CrushEliza -- Cantina ZacagniniMadeline -- Black Box, MalbecWe we read this week:Lori read a Regency romance -- Six Degrees of Scandal by Caroline LindenEliza read a Regency romance -- Someone to Love by Mary BaloghMadeline read a historical fiction -- Medieval Woman, Life in the Middle Ages by Ann BaerOur book releases (available online where books are sold!):Lori's newest book, a Scottish historical romance -- The Highland Guard and His LadyEliza's newest book, a Scottish medieval romance -- The Highlander's HellionMadeline's newest book, a Regency romance -- Mesmerizing the MarquisOur Websites -- find our links to social media on our websites and sign up for our newsletters!Lori Ann BaileyEliza KnightMadeline MartinCheck our websites and social media links for #TheListLassies our holiday gift idea lists from some of our favorite things!Poems/Valentine Readings:Chaucer's Parlement of FoulesDuke of Orlean's Valentine CardShakespeare's Hamlet, Act IV Scene 5Elizabeth Barrett Browning's How do I Love Thee? (Sonnet 43)Facebook Reader/Writer Health Group: Write Strong, Read Strong, Live StrongThanks for listening! If you love this show and want more of it, you can help us by offering a small donation. Every little bit helps. Support the show!Support the show

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