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Join Natalie Grueninger as she delves into the captivating life of James VI/I with historian Gareth Russell. Explore the intricate dynamics of the Stuart court, James's complex personal life, and his impactful reign over Scotland and England. Discover dramatic tales of love, power, and the political chessboard that shaped Britain's first king. This episode offers a glimpse into the vibrant and tumultuous world of 16th and 17th century royalty. Follow Gareth Russell on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/_garethrussell/?hl=en Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Join me for '365 Days with Katherine of Aragon'! https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2025/04/05/365-days-with-katherine-of-aragon-2/ Support Talking Tudors on Patreon
April 10, 1912. As the RMS Titanic pulls away from a crowded port on the south coast of England, it almost crashes. Just in time, it's able to turn off its engines and prevent a collision with a smaller ship. Four days later, though, a serious disaster will not be avoided, and the Titanic's first voyage will be her last. But during her brief life, the vessel is a microcosm of the Gilded world around her. How did this opulent luxury liner come to exist? And how did it foretell the dangers of wealth, technology, and arrogance that shaped the world around it, and the world we live in now? Special thanks to our guests, Susie Milar and Gareth Russell, author of The Ship of Dreams: The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era. **This episode originally aired April 4, 2022. To stay updated: historythisweekpodcast.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gareth Russell – Queen James: the life and love of Britain's first King, James Stuart...with TRE's Giles Brown
Iain Dale talks to historian Gareth Russell about the life of the two time Argentinian dictator, Juan Peron Buy a signed copy of the book THE DICTATORShttps://www.politicos.co.uk/products/the-dictators-a-warning-from-history-edited-by-iain-dale-signe-copy-coming-in-2024
There is a fascinating and intriguing exhibition on in 2025 at Chichester Cathedral. Reverend Vanessa Baron Cathedral Treasurer, who curated the exhibition, joined me today to talk about the human stories behind some of artefacts chosen for the exhibition. You can find out more about the exhibition and the Cathedral by visiting https://www.chichestercathedral.org.uk/ Thank you for watching this video, I hope you enjoyed it. There are many more here for you to browse through including over 40 fantastic historian interviews with people such as Tracy Borman OBE, Gareth Russell, Helen Carr and many more. Buy books from incredible historians, shipped worldwide from Blackwells - Click Here (This is an affiliate link. I get a commission on books sold via this link but they are at no extra cost to you). You can also join me every other Monday night for 'British History Live' on Youtube - the next show is on 31st March. Want more British History and more contact with me? Join me at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory to enjoy Historical Book Club, early access to content, exclusive blogs, discounts on British History Events and take part in Book Club! All for £5/month. You can also give me one off support by donating at www.buymeacoffee.com/Philippa You can always support me for free by subscribing, liking, commenting and sharing this Substack. Receive weekly history news from me by subscribing to me here. Visit https://www.BritishHistoryTours.com for full details of history tours and events.See you next time!Philippa This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe
In this episode: our panel reflects on King James I & VI of Scotland - his life and loves - on the 400th anniversary of his death.Featuring historian Gareth Russell, Anna Groundwater, Principal Curator, Renaissance and Early Modern History at National Museums Scotland; Clare Jackson, Honorary Professor of Early Modern History at the University of Cambridge, and historian Lucy Hughes-Hallett, author of 'The Scapegoat'.
In this episode we sit down to talk to author and historian Gareth Russell all about his brand new book 'Queen James: The Life and Loves of Britain's First King'. The two spoke about the early life of King James in Scotland, how much his wife knew about his love affairs, and the love letters between James and his lovers.Grab a copy of Queen James: The Life and Loves of Britain's First KingTo keep up to date with Gareth head to his instagramTo listen to his podcast Single Malt History with Gareth RussellIf you want to get in touch with History with Jackson email: jackson@historywithjackson.co.ukTo support History with Jackson to carry on creating content subscribe to History with Jackson+ on Apple Podcasts or support us on our Patreon!To catch up on everything to do with History with Jackson head to www.HistorywithJackson.co.ukFollow us on Facebook at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on Instagram at @HistorywithJacksonFollow us on X/Twitter at @HistorywJacksonFollow us on TikTok at @HistorywithJackson Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Understanding the love life of James VI & I can give us a better picture of the man himself in his entirety, and not simply through the lens of his kingship, or the politics of the late 16th and early 17th centuries. So in this episode, Chief Historian Tracy Borman is once again in the Great Hall at Hampton Court Palace, joined by Gareth Russell to discuss the subject of his latest book 'Queen James; the life and loves of Britain's first King'. To take part in our survey and be in for a chance to win a £100 voucher, visit: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/HRPPodcastSurvey/ Please be aware this episode contains themes of homophobia, grooming, and child abuse, that some listeners may find distressing.
In this explosive episode of History Rage, Paul Bavill welcomes historian Gareth Russell, author of Queen James: The Life and Loves of Britain's First King, to unpack the truth behind James I's relationships and sexuality—beyond centuries of speculation.The Court of Intrigue
Hello and Welcome! I'm Philippa and it's great to see you here.I was honoured to be granted the first interview with Gareth Russell about his forthcoming book, a biography of James I of England/VI of Scotland, titled 'Queen James. The Life and Loves of Britain's First King' in the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, and 'The Six Loves of James I' in the USA and Canada. The release date for Gareth's book is 27th February in the UK , Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, and 2nd December in the USA and Canada. You can order/pre-order Gareth's book from Blackwells and get it shipped to wherever you are in the world. (This is an affiliate link. I get a commission on books sold via this link but they are at no extra cost to you). You can get the extended, ad-free edit of this interview at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory. Gareth's book will be featured in the British History Patreon Book Club as our first book of 2026 (to reflect the later release date in the USA and Canada).Paid Substack Subscribers enjoy early access to historian interviews and the ability to comment on this and all posts. Please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe
I had a great time chatting with Jonathan Healey about the 17th century. Rather than the political classes, which usually get the attention when talking about the upheavals of the 17th century, we talked about the what was happening to the people of England and in turn what influence they had on events. I would thoroughly recommend Jonathan's book 'The Blazing World. A New History of Revolutionary England' available from Blackwells.com and shipped worldwide and other good bookshops. Thank you for listening to this interview, I hope you enjoyed it. There are many more for you to browse, over 40 fantastic historian interviews with people such as Tracy Borman OBE, Gareth Russell, Helen Carr are available on the British History Youtube Channel and British History Podcast. Join live me every other Monday night for 'British History Live' on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@BritishHistoryBritish History is a reader-supported publication. To receive early access to interviews and exclusive monthly blogs please consider becoming a paid subscriber.Or if you want that plus even more, for only £1.50 more per month please consider joining my Patreon at www.Patreon.com/BritishHistory. You'll enjoy the opportunity to put your questions to historians I interview, get early access to content, exclusive blogs, behind the scenes content, discounts on British History Events and take part in Book Club! All for £5/month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe
In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Gareth Russell, the CEO of Jersey Road, a PR and communications agency based in the UK. Gareth shares his story of how he found hope in Christ in the aftermath of losing both of his parents within the span of six months. His story of grief is an encouraging reminder of the hope we have in Christ and of the influence of godly role models. As someone who works with churches and Christian organizations all over the world, Gareth also shares about his unique calling as well as some of the challenges and opportunities facing Christians and the media today. Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit. So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything. Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart. Listen in (00:00) - Finding Hope in Times of Grief (12:58) - Discovering Calling Through Life Changes (20:28) - Overcoming Identity Crisis in Christianity (30:36) - Shifting Perspectives in Modern Christianity (45:31) - Navigating Hope and Faith Challenges (52:50) - Empowering Hope Through Faith Podcast -------------- Helpful links and resources Learn more about Jersey Road: https://jerseyroad.agency/ Hear more from Gareth on the CommsCast with Jersey Road podcast: –On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/commscast-with-jersey-road/id1729206823 –On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HuofUZP8ztHi1JXklTHzv —---- Connect with us on social! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/ Learn more about Hope Talks and submit a question for Haley and Dustin: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/podcast Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night God's plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you/ Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/donation/givehope/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=notes&utm_campaign=hopetalks -------------- Bible verses mentioned in this episode Romans 8:26 – “Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” Hebrews 11:16 – “Instead, they were longing for a better country—a heavenly one. Therefore, God is not ashamed to be called their God, for he has prepared a city for them.” Hebrews 11:39, 40 – “These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised since God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect.”
When James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne as James I, he sparked the English witch hunts into a fire. They would become one of the largest miscarriages of justice against women in the 17th century, but what prompted them, and why did James become such a ruthless champion of this war on women? For this Halloween Episode, we join Joint Chief Curator Tracy Borman and historian Gareth Russell, as they explore the witch hunts under James I. Please be aware that this episode contains themes of sexual violence and torture that some listeners may find distressing.
**EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNING**Join us as we uncover the fascinating and complex life of Catherine Howard, the fifth wife of Henry VIII, who has often been unfairly defined by her relationshipswith men. Gareth Russell challenges the conventional narratives that paint Catherine as either a "rambunctious strumpet" or a perpetual victim, advocating for a better understanding of her life.Key Points:The Misunderstood Girl:Gareth Russell disputes the simplistic labels often attached to Catherine Howard, arguing for a more balanced view of her life and actions.He presents evidence against the notion that Catherine was merely a victim or a promiscuous figure, highlighting her individuality and circumstances.Theories and Misconceptions:Russell critiques the rapid acceptance of the theory that Catherine was a victim of childhood and adolescent sexual abuse, which he believes lacks substantial evidence.He discusses how this theory became entrenched, often overshadowing other aspects of Catherine's life.Catherine's Relationships:Highlights how Dereham's persistent and coercive behaviour post-relationship contributed to Catherine's downfall.Historical Context and Sexual Morality:Discusses the sexual morals of the Tudor period, including the concept of pre-contracts and the varying degrees of sexual permissiveness.The Howard Family:Clarifies that the Howard family, including the Duke of Norfolk, did not actively push Catherine forward as a queen candidate.Connect with Gareth Russell:Twitter: @garethrussell1Young, Damned and Fair: The Life and Tragedy of Catherine Howard [History Rage Bookshop]Support History Rage on Patreon:You can join our 'Angry Mob' on Patreon as well. £5 per month gets you episodes 3 months early, the invite to choose questions, entry into our prize draws and the coveted History Rage mug. Subscribe at www.patreon.com/historyrageFollow History Rage on Social Media· Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryRage· Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryRage· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyrage/Stay Angry, Stay Informed - History Rage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to Series 14 of History Rage! A massive thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey—your encouragement means the world. Here's a sneak peek at the fiery topics we'll be tackling over the next ten weeks. Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about history.Upcoming Rages:Debunking the myth that Thomas Boleyn was a pimp who exploited his daughters with Lauren Mackay.Re-examining the portrayal of Catherine Howard being defined solely by men with Gareth Russell.Challenging the misconception that medieval Europeans were backward and unclean with Jo Hedwig Teeuwisse.Revisiting the Napoleonic Wars beyond just the Peninsula and Waterloo with Rory Butcher.Questioning the simplistic good guy vs bad guy narrative of the United States in the Vietnam War with Robert Thompson.Dispelling the notion that Jane Seymour was the "boring queen" with Elizabeth NortonRaging against the idea that the Lancaster bomber single-handedly won the war with Jane Gulliford-Lowes.Confronting stereotypes about Southern Ireland's neutrality during WWII with Joseph Quinn .Revealing the truth about Mata Hari not being a spy, but Edith Cavell being one with Helen Fry.Correcting the misconception that D-Day sailors simply dropped off the army and went home with Nick Hewitt.The ragefires will burn again with general release on 7 October. See you then!Stay Connected:Follow us on Twitter: @HistoryRageJoin the conversation with Paul Bavill: @PaulBavillShare your thoughts using the hashtag #HistoryRageSupport History Rage on Patreon for early episode access, the chance to submit questions to guests, prize draws, and the exclusive History Rage mug at www.patreon.com/historyrage.To catch up on all the rage from bygone times, visit our website www.historyrage.comIf you want to get in touch with History Rage, email historyragepod@gmail.comStay Angry, Stay Informed - History Rage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today I am joined live by historian, author and presenter, Gareth Russell (from a cafe so apologies in advance for the poor sound quality in parts) ahead of The Rise of the Tudors Tour which we are hosting from 21st-27th September. Hear about where we are going and who is joining us along the way. Follow the tour on Instagram @british_history_tours.Book a tour at www.BritishHistoryTours.com. Get priority booking by becoming a member of my Patreon at Patreon.com/BritishHistory . Hear about tours as they are launched by signing up for free to this substack. Get full access to British History at philippab.substack.com/subscribe
Iain Dale speaks to historian & author Gareth Russell about the life of King James II who ruled from just 1685 until being deposed in the glorious revolution of 1688.
According to royal commentator Gareth Russell, Meghan is reportedly planning a "tactical rethink" following the end of her and Prince Harry's Spotify deal, which has been described as a source of embarrassment for the couple. Their multimillion-dollar agreement with Spotify was reportedly terminated last year due to the Sussexes' failure to meet productivity benchmarks. After the Spotify setback, Meghan announced a new partnership with Lemonada Media in February. However, this new project has been postponed until at least 2025 as Meghan shifts her focus to launching her ldog biiscuits and jam brand, American Riviera Orchard.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show! We now have Merch! FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there's free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com
Welcome to another captivating episode of "Talking Tudors" with your host Natalie Grueninger. In this episode, Natalie is joined by historian and broadcaster Gareth Russell to delve into the complex life of Catherine Howard, the fifth wife of Henry VIII. Gareth, an expert in Tudor history and author of the biography 'Young and Damned and Fair', shares his insights on Catherine's early life and her controversial relationships with Henry Mannox, Francis Dereham and Thomas Culpepper. From her upbringing in the household of the Dowager Duchess of Norfolk to her tumultuous time at court, this episode sheds light on the lesser-known aspects of Catherine's life, including the myths surrounding her family's ambitions and the intricacies of her romantic entanglements. Tune in to explore the human side of this often misunderstood queen and discover how her personality, decisions, and the actions of those around her led to her tragic downfall. Follow Gareth Russell on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_garethrussell Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Support Talking Tudors on Patreon
I actually have two special places for you today! Hever Castle Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn has always been a special place to visit, not least because you are moving around the space that she and her family once lived. With a new permanent exhibition at the Castle it is now easy to feel like you have travelled back in time and to the house of Thomas and Elizabeth Boleyn and their children Mary, Anne and George. I went to visit the castle recently and am very grateful to Assistant Curator Kate McCaffrey for showing me around the new rooms and giving me a fascinating insight into the research that went into the exhibition and also what the curatorial team's research has revealed about how the rooms were used and what happened here during Anne's time. You can hear mine and Kate's chat, as we walk around the rooms, on this channel, it will be released in August. Watch this episode on YoutubeBONUS - West Horsley Place. I also visited West Horsley Place, in Surrey, this week. Unsure of what I was to find, I didn't initially include it in the title and thumbnail for this episode but WOW that a fascinating and historically significant place it turned out to be! Owned twice by Henry VIII, who made alterations and additions to the property showing that he must have used it with some frequency, but also the venue for a dinner for him when his cousin, Henry Courtney, lived there - a dinner for which the menu survives!! That is just the beginning, join me as I reveal to you some of the history which I myself have only just learned this week, thank to the generous staff at West Horsley Place with a special mention to Clare Clinton. To donate to the conservation of West Horsley Place please go to: https://www.westhorsleyplace.org/donate/donate/5/credit-card . Visit Hever Castle on The Anne Boleyn Tour, May 2025Come with myself and historian Gareth Russell and stay at Hever Castle in May 2025 on 'The Anne Boleyn Tour'. You will stay at the castle for 4-nights, enjoy expert guided visits to Hampton Court Palace and the Tower of London as well as an after-hours tour of Hever castle and dinner in its Great Hall! Also along the way you will meet Dr Tracy Borman OBE and Kate McCaffrey! To Book, go to www.britishhistorytours.com for full details and to download a booking form. Get full access to British History at philippab.substack.com/subscribe
Six wives - six lives that we think we know everything about. But beyond their mostly doomed marriages to Henry VIII and, in most cases, tragic ends, here were six women who shaped history in their own unique ways.In a special six part series, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb brings together the most illuminating interviews about the six wives from the Not Just the Tudors archive. She also explores some of the latest research and speaks to Dr. Charlotte Bolland - curator of the National Portrait Gallery's current exhibition Six Lives: The Stories of Henry VIII's Queens - to paint an even fuller portrait of each of the six wives. In this fifth episode, Suzannah is joined by Gareth Russell, Dr. Nicola Clark and Dr. Charlotte Bolland to recount the life of Katherine Howard, whom Henry VIII married in July 1540 and who died with her head on the block less than two years later. Of all of Henry's queens, Katherine Howard has been the one most subject to the judgements of posterity. But those judgements have been strangely dichotomous - was she victim or vixen?Not Just The Tudors is presented by Professor Suzannah Lipscomb. It was edited by Ella Blaxill and produced by Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.Not Just the Tudors is a History Hit podcastThe National Portrait Gallery in London is hosting an exhibition titled Six Lives: The Stories of Henry VIII's Queens until 8 September 2024, displaying the images that have shaped our perception of the six wives. Find out more, here.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for £1 per month for 3 months with code TUDORS - sign up here.You can take part in our listener survey here.
In this episode of The Resilience Rundown, host Thomas Bryant is joined by Commvault experts Gareth Russell and Paul Lancaster to explore the essentials of disaster and cyber recovery. Gareth discusses the importance of a proactive backup strategy and the nuances between cyber and traditional disaster recovery. Paul emphasizes the critical aspects of recovery processes, including the importance of immutable backups and robust recovery plans. Tune in to gain valuable insights on enhancing your organization's resilience against data threats. Subscribe and join the conversation on disaster and cyber recovery solutions.
Iain Dale talks to historian Gareth Russell about the important reign of Edward the Elder.
We speak to the historian Gareth Russell about his book The Palace, which covers the history of Hampton Court Palace, from the Tudors to the Windsors. It's a fascinating book (and podcast!) covering lots of fascinating characters - from Henry VIII and George III to chocolatiers and the Romanovs. For more on Gareth, you can find him on Twitter (https://x.com/garethrussell1) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/_garethrussell) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
There are many myths and legends about the so-called Peasant's Revolt of 1381. In this week's livestream I introduce you to the main elements of this uprising. What was it really about, who was involved and, what were the repercussions? Also this week, I announced a brand new tour for 2025! The Catherine Howard Tour is a 8 night/9 day tour with Catherine's biographer, award winning historian Gareth Russell! If you love to travel history and the idea of doing so with eminent historians whilst staying in beautiful hotels, being taken everywhere in a luxury coach and not having to worry about any arrangements at all check out www.britishhistorytours.com on 5th June. Priority booking is open already to members of my Patreon, go to Patreon.com/BritishHistory. Further Reading and Listening on the Peasant's Revolt The Rest is History Podcast, which you will be able to find by searching Spotify. My interview with Helen Carr -'1381: The Year of the Peasants' Revolt' by Juliet Barker, published by Harvard University Press Get full access to British History at philippab.substack.com/subscribe
First published in 1980, Between Dog and Wolf by Sasha Sokolov is one of the most acclaimed Russian novels of the twentieth century. But the book, with its dazzling wordplay, shifting-sand narration, and other literary pyrotechnics, has been tough for English-speaking audiences to appreciate. In this episode, Jacke talks to Jose Vergara about his new project, The Encyclopedia of the Dog, an online bilingual digital version of Sokolov's novel, which seeks to make a literary masterwork accessible to new audiences. Then Jacke talks to Gareth Russell (The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of British History at Hampton Court) about his choice for the last book he will ever read. Find Encyclopedia of the Dog at https://encyclopediaofthedog.com/. Help support the show at patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. The History of Literature Podcast is a member of Lit Hub Radio and the Podglomerate Network. Learn more at www.thepodglomerate.com/historyofliterature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 6th marked one year since King Charles III's coronation, and the royal family has retained the world's attention ever since. In honor of this milestone, Martha is revisiting her conversation with historian and author Gareth Russell as he discusses his new book, The Palace: From The Tudors To The Windsors, 500 Years Of History At Hampton Court, and details the royal families that occupied the palace since its inception in the 1500s. Later, Gareth talks about the events that have taken place at the Palace, the fascination surrounding the Royal Family, and what could be coming up in their future. Follow Martha on Twitter: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We humans imprint ourselves on our surroundings - and they, in turn, have the power to affect us. In this episode, Jacke talks to Gareth Russell (The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of History at Hampton Court) about the building that Thomas Hardy famously called a "Spellbound Palace" in one of his finest poems. We'll hear about the building's history and why it holds a special place in literary history, including the planning of the King James Bible and as a site for early Shakespeare performances. PLUS Jess Cotton (John Ashbery: A Critical Life) selects her choice for the last book she will ever read. Help support the show at patreon.com/literature or historyofliterature.com/donate. The History of Literature Podcast is a member of Lit Hub Radio and the Podglomerate Network. Learn more at www.thepodglomerate.com/historyofliterature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On April 15, 1912, the RMS Titanic—a British ocean liner operated by the White Star Line—sank in the North Atlantic Ocean after striking an iceberg during her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City. The loss of life was devastating—of the 2,224 passengers and crew aboard, about 1,500 died, making the Titanic the deadliest sinking of a single ship up to that time, 112 years ago. Titanic had aboard her some of the wealthiest people in the world, as well as hundreds of immigrants seeking a new life in the United States and Canada. The Titanic was deemed “unsinkable,” which perhaps accounted for its disturbing lack of lifeboats. The ship was capable of having 48 lifeboats aboard; it only had 20 in actuality. Of those 20 lifeboats, 1,178 lives could have been saved in them, roughly half of the number of passengers on board. When the Titanic sank, the lifeboats lowered were only filled up to an average of 60 percent, which has always troubled me. She set off on her maiden voyage on Wednesday, April 10, 1912, and was due to arrive at New York Pier 59 one week later, on April 17. As played out in the blockbuster 1997 film Titanic directed by James Cameron and starring Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio, you can see that the ship was the lap of luxury. At 11:40 p.m. on April 14, lookout Frederick Fleet spotted an iceberg immediately ahead, and alerted the bridge. First Officer William Murdoch ordered the Titanic to steer around the iceberg and the engines to be reversed, but it was too late. The starboard side of the ship struck the iceberg, creating a series of holes below the waterline, allowing water to rush in. It soon became clear that the ship was doomed. Between 2:10 and 2:15 a.m., a little over two-and-a-half hours after the Titanic struck the iceberg, her rate of sinking increased suddenly as the boat deck went underwater; as her stern rose out of the water, exposing the propellers, the ship broke into two. The bow was now underwater and the stern remained afloat and buoyant for a few minutes longer, rising to a nearly, and terrifyingly, vertical angle with hundreds of people still clinging to it, before foundering at 2:20 a.m. All of the remaining passengers and crew were flung into water at a temperature of 28 degrees Fahrenheit, or -2 degrees Celsius. Only five thrown into the frigid waters were helped into the lifeboats, though the lifeboats had room for almost 500 more souls. Women and children survived the disaster at rates of about 75 percent and 50 percent, respectively; because of the “women and children first” policy, only 20 percent of the men aboard made it out alive. Today on the show I have one of my favorite interview subjects ever: Gareth Russell, the author of 2019's The Ship of Dreams: The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era. As you'll hear, he is an expert on the Titanic, and there's no one better to honor those lives lost and to remember her than him; to me, anyway, this is the absolute definitive book on the Titanic—no questions asked. The Ship of Dreams: The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era by Gareth Russell
**EXPLICIT LANGUAGE WARNNIG**In this fiery installment of History Rage, we plunge into the icy waters of truth surrounding the Titanic disaster. Our esteemed guest, historian and author Gareth Russell, returns to dismantle the enduring myth that third-class passengers were locked below decks as the ship sank. With his book "Ship of Dreams" as a backdrop, Gareth passionately argues that mundane decisions and everyday complacency, rather than malicious intent, contributed to the tragedy's disproportionate impact on those in third class.Key Points Discussed:- The myth of third-class passengers being locked below and its origins.- Architectural design and immigration laws affecting third-class passenger mobility.- The role of language barriers and lack of urgency from the crew during evacuation.- The tragic fate of the Titanic's stokers and their overlooked contribution.- Gareth's critique of the portrayal of third-class passengers and workers in popular media.- A call to recognize the ordinary as a potential catalyst for extraordinary consequences.For a deeper dive into the Titanic's history, Gareth Russell's "Ship of Dreams" is available in the History Rage Bookshop. Follow Gareth on Twitter for his insights into Tudor history and upcoming works on James I. Join the conversation using the hashtag #HistoryRage and become part of our 'Angry Mob' on Patreon for exclusive early access to episodes, participation in Q&As, prize draws, and the coveted History Rage mug. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Megyn Kelly begins the show discussing President Joe Biden's disgraceful State of the Union address, his lies and dishonesty, the moment he mispronounced Laken Riley's name and made the situation about himself, and more. Then Sara Gonzales, host of "Sara Gonzales Unfiltered,” and Josh Hammer, host of "America on Trial with Josh Hammer,” join to discuss the corporate media spinning Biden's divisive speech as a major victory, Joe Scarborough's over-the-top reaction and love for those in power, the low bar for Biden to simply survive, his tendency to yell all the time, Senator Katie Britt's cringe GOP response, the overly emotional and theatrical delivery, another missed opportunity by the GOP, Letitia James getting heckled at FDNY ceremony, the Fani Willis judge getting a primary challenger, a viral clip of a young Donald Trump, and more. Then Gareth Russell, author of "The Palace," joins to discuss what really happened with Princess Kate Middleton and her "abdominal surgery," the public statements about her health and various conspiracy theories, the health issues within the Royal family right now, Middleton's wacky uncle now on England's Celebrity Big Brother, what Charles C.W. Cooke was like in college, and more. Gonzales- https://www.youtube.com/@SaraGonzalesUnfilteredHammer- https://www.thefirsttv.com/americaontrial/Russell- https://www.instagram.com/_garethrussellFollow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at: https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow
In this special episode, I speak with author Gareth Russell. His new book, The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of British History at Hampton Court, gives us a look at the storied history of what is called the most beautiful palace in England. But, behind the walls of Hampton Court, true tales of intrigue, sex scandals, assassination plots, and murder played out among the royals and court members. Links: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Gareth-Russell/500660891 https://www.amazon.com/Palace-Windsors-British-History-Hampton/dp/1797169165 https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-palace-mr-gareth-russell/1143030248
Charles invites Gareth Russell to tell him all about his latest book, The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of British History at Hampton Court. Among the topics they discuss are the wives of Henry VIII, the use of séances to get one's own way, the first performances of Macbeth and Hamlet, the writing of the King James Bible, snobbery within eighteenth century chocolate production, whether Mary I was as bad as her reputation suggests, and why George III moved the monarchy to Buckingham Palace.The dial-up tone in the introduction was recorded by lintphishx and is used under a CC 3.0 License.
Gareth Russell is a historian and broadcaster, educated at Oxford University and Queen's University, Belfast. He is the author of nine books. He is host of the podcast Single Malt History with Gareth Russell. Russell divides his time between London and Belfast, Northern Ireland. In THE PALACE, Russell presents 500 years of the British monarchy, from King Henry VIII to Queen Elizabeth II, through a unique lens--their connections to specific rooms at Hampton Court Palace. Architecturally breathtaking and rich in splendid art and décor, Hampton Court Palace has been the stage of some of the most important events in British history, such as the commissioning of King James's translation of the Bible, the staging of many of Shakespeare's plays, and Queen Elizabeth II's coronation ball.Learn more at: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Gareth-Russell/500660891Follow Gareth at Instagram: @_garethrussell; Twitter: @garethrussell1.
Catherine Howard has been judged by generations as promiscuous, a silly girl, a victim. But of course, there is more to her story than these assumptions allow for. In the fifth episode of our Six Tudor Queens series, Tracy Borman is joined by historian and author Gareth Russell, to bring Catherine to life. They paint a picture of a vivacious young woman whose life deserves to be revealed without the layers that centuries have placed upon her. See inside the Haunted Gallery with this virtual tour of Henry VIII's Tudor Palace: https://artsandculture.google.com/story/oAVRshA9gG0J9w This six-part series aims to do The Six Tudor Queens justice by stripping away unhelpful narratives and myths, to better understand them as women in their own time. To read about Catherine Howard go to: www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-court-palace/history-and-stories/catherine-howard/
Gareth Russell: gin & Dubonnet (1 ounce gin, 2 ounces Dubinet, lemon wheel, topped with one over-sized ice cube)Gareth discusses the questionable claims in Omid Scobie's work regarding Harry, Meghan and the Royal Family, discusses a defense of the existence of the monarchy as posed by C.S. Lewis and others, reveals aspects of the monumental research effort involved in writing his phenomenal book covering 500 years of history at Hampton Court that is full of captivating anecdotes, shares several insider stories that illuminate the charm and wit of the former Queen Mother, and shares his opinion of the least and most pleasant ways to be executed.
Love to read about secret passageways, lustful intrigue, and ruthless power? This week's “Leaders and Legends” podcast has all this and more. Brilliant historian and author Gareth Russell returns to the podcast to discuss his latest book “The Palace” and it's simply amazing how much history one can learn from incomparable building—if only the walls could talk. Sponsors • Veteran Strategies• NFP - A leading insurance broker and consultant• Garmong Construction• Crowne Plaza Downtown Indianapolis Historic Union StationAbout Veteran Strategies‘Leaders and Legends' is brought to you by Veteran Strategies—your local veteran business enterprise specializing in media relations, crisis communications, public outreach, and digital photography. Learn more at www.veteranstrategies.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Martha is joined by historian and author Gareth Russell as he discusses his new book, The Palace: From The Tudors To The Windsors, 500 Years Of History At Hampton Court, and details the royal families that occupied the palace since its inception in the 1500s. Later, Gareth talks about the events that have taken place at the Palace, the fascination surrounding the Royal Family, and what could be coming up in their future. Follow Martha on Twitter: @MarthaMacCallum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
From the Tudors to the Windsors - intrigue, scandals, and power took center stage within the halls of the magnificent and breathtaking Hampton Court Palace. This week author Gareth Russell takes us through 500 years of history in the palace that was home to such significant events as the commissioning of King James's version of the Bible, the staging of many of Shakespeare's plays, and Queen Elizabeth II's coronation ball. We explore the riveting ups and downs of royal happenings, the exciting victories, the personal tragedies and the historical significance.
Gareth Russell's latest book charts the 500-year history of Hampton Court Palace near London, best known for its place in the high melodrama of Henry VIII and his wives. Yet as Gareth reveals to Miranda and Paul, the part of the book he most enjoyed writing was not Tudor turmoil, but the extraordinary role Hampton Court played in 17th-century political, religious and cultural life. Music to the ears of our presenters, who are determined to draw this crucial period out of the historical shadows. Over the Stuart century, as Gareth tells us, Hampton Court was by turns renovated, neglected, mothballed and saved from sale. It hosted religious scholars and royal mistresses. Within its walls, Shakespeare performed his plays and a prisoner king plotted his escape. And perhaps surprisingly, the leader who showed the most affection for Hampton Court was not a royal, but Oliver Cromwell. Gareth Russell's 'The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of Royal History at Hampton Court' is published by William Collins. '1666 and All That' is presented by Miranda Malins and Paul Lay. The producer is Hugh Costello. Original music by George Taylor. The episode is mixed by Sam Gunn.
For centuries, Hampton Court has been a stage for monarchy, revolution, religious fundamentalism, sexual scandals, and military coups. In his new book The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of History at Hampton Court, Gareth Russell moves through the rooms and the decades, each time focusing on a different person who called Hampton Court their home.In this episode of Not Just the Tudors, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks to Gareth to find out more about the many sovereigns and servants that lived and worked in Hampton Court and the personal tragedy and political importance of this extraordinary place.This episode was produced by Rob Weinberg.Discover the past with exclusive history documentaries and ad-free podcasts presented by world-renowned historians from History Hit. Watch them on your smart TV or on the go with your mobile device. Get 50% off your first 3 months with code TUDORS sign up now for your 14-day free trial >You can take part in our listener survey here >You can take part in our listener survey here >
Dame Penelope Wilton is beloved by millions for her role as Isobel Crawley in "Downton Abbey". Now, she is playing a very different kind of matriarch - Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother - opposite Luke Evans in the new West End play, "Backstairs Billy." Ahead of opening night, Penelope stops by Single Malt History to talk about her latest role with Queen Mother biographer, and Single Malt host, Gareth Russell.
Join me for a heavy but crucial part of the Titanic story as we explore the lives of Isidor and Ida Straus, mythological in the Titanic lore for their love and their sacrifice for each other in the sinking. They're so much more than this image frozen in stone, though, figuratively and literally. I am torn in my thoughts of Isidor, as his role in the Confederacy in his youth makes this a thorny tale to say the very least. This episode has darkness but also light.A special thank you to Gareth Russell, as his book Ship of Dreams provided so many incredible insights. Also please look to Stephen Biel's book Down with the Old Canoe for more on the cultural impact of the way we mythologize passengers. I mention the Cove podcast. Find it here, and look for our collab next week: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cove-podcast-carganilla-online-variety-entertainment/id1692045198 Support the showSupport Unsinkable on Patreon for as little as $1/month: https://www.patreon.com/unsinkablepodOr buy me a coffee!: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/labeadlesBuy Unsinkable shirts here!: https://www.bonfire.com/unsinkable-the-first-t-shirt/Support the pod via my Bookshop Storefront: https://bookshop.org/shop/unsinkablepodFind me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unsinkablepod/Website: https://www.unsinkablepod.com
We are back for our third and final installment of the Katherine Howard saga. A woman (girl?) who was queen of England for a very short time. In this episode, Katherine and Henry VIII take the Tudor court on a road trip! For the first time ever, Katherine gets to see parts of England she'd never seen before. This trip was after the ill-fated Pilgrimage of Grace, an uprising that went very poorly for a lot of people. So, this royal progress North was a big deal for Katherine and the rest of England. But while on their road trip, did Katherine start a romance with a man who wasn't her husband? Interested in more? Check out our Tudor Queens Spotify Playlist. Some sources for this story: Gareth Russell's Young & Damned & Fair: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CO34HVS/ref=kinw_myk_ro_title https://www.thetimelinegeek.com/kathryn-howard-c1521-1542/ https://tudorhistory.org/wives/ Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Divorced, beheaded, died. Divorced... ¯_(ツ)_/¯ Don't Google it! We are back to get further into the Life of Katherine Howard, the scandelous fifth wife of Henry VIII, king of England. When we last left Katherine she had just moved to court to become a lady in waiting to the new Tudor queen, Anne of Cleves. But when the king realized he wasn't into his new queen, his eyes turned to Katherine. Who was like maybe 17 or 18. He was 50. It's gross. Before long, Katherine is the new queen and everything is going really, really well for her. Interested in more? Check out our Tudor Queens Spotify Playlist. Some sources for this story: Gareth Russell's Young & Damned & Fair: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CO34HVS/ref=kinw_myk_ro_title https://www.thetimelinegeek.com/kathryn-howard-c1521-1542/ https://tudorhistory.org/wives/ ------------------------------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Natalie Grueninger speaks with Gareth Russell about his new book, 'The Palace: From the Tudors to the Windsors, 500 Years of History at Hampton Court.' Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Support Talking Tudors on Patreon Join 365 Days with the Tudor Queens!
On episode 32—released on the 32nd of the month—Charles talks to Gareth Russell, who wrote a book about the Titanic (Ship of Dreams: The Sinking of the Titanic and the End of the Edwardian Era) and who, a couple of years ago, was invited to take a trip on the Titan submersible that sank this week. Among the topics Charles and Gareth discuss are why the Titanic continues to command such interest, whose fault its sinking was, when the conspiracy theories started, and if its ethical to go down to what is, in effect, a mass grave.The dial-up tone in the introduction was recorded by lintphishx and is used under a CC 3.0 License.
In 1534, what drove the best-dressed man in Ireland to parade through the streets of Dublin and denounce Henry VIII? This episode of Single Malt History with Gareth Russell covers the remarkable actions of 'Silken Thomas' Fitzgerald, an earl suspected of witchcraft, a countess who nursed her husband in prison, and how Tudor Ireland reveals what Anne Boleyn and Thomas Cromwell thought of one another long before the dramatic events of her downfall.
Natalie Grueninger speaks with Gareth Russell about the women of the Butler family, relatives of Queen Anne Boleyn. Follow Gareth Russell on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/_garethrussell Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Support Talking Tudors on Patreon! Musical break courtesy of Jon Sayles.
Catherine Howard was Queen Consort - and fifth wife - to Henry VIII for just 16 months before he had her executed for treason for committing adultery. Since Victorian times, historians have labelled her as lewd and promiscuous, but there was an altogether more complex young woman behind the rumours.In this edition of Not Just the Tudors, first released in July 2021, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks to Gareth Russell, author of Young and Damned and Fair, a riveting account of Catherine's tragic marriage to an unstable King, and the tragedy of her life in a dangerous hothouse where the odds were stacked against her. This episode was edited and produced by Rob Weinberg.For more Not Just The Tudors content, subscribe to our Tudor Tuesday newsletter here.If you'd like to learn even more, we have hundreds of history documentaries, ad free podcasts and audiobooks at History Hit - subscribe today! To download, go to Android or Apple store. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.