Podcast appearances and mentions of Mary Boleyn

Mary Boleyn was Anne Boleyn's elder sister, and while she didn't lose her head, she still had a hell of a life. As the eldest daughter of a rising family in the Tudor court, she was expected to keep her head down, marry well and advance her family, but much like her sister, she took her own path in life, and it led to scandal. Hear her story on today's episode.This podcast is sponsored by Common Era Jewellery. Use code: AYDEN for 15% offBibliographyBevan, Richard. “Anne's Sister: 10 Facts About Mary Boleyn.” History Hit. Accessed February 20, 2025. https://www.historyhit.com/facts-about-mary-boleyn/.Claire. “The Anne Boleyn Files.” The Anne Boleyn Files, August 26, 2011. https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com/bios/tudor-characters-competition/mary-boleyn-by-karissa-baker/.Contributors to Wikimedia projects. “Elizabeth Boleyn, Countess of Wiltshire.” Wikipedia, February 19, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Boleyn,_Countess_of_Wiltshire.———. “Mary Boleyn.” Wikipedia, February 20, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Boleyn.———. “Thomas Boleyn, 1st Earl of Wiltshire.” Wikipedia, February 19, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Boleyn,_1st_Earl_of_Wiltshire.———. “William Carey (Courtier).” Wikipedia, February 4, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Carey_(courtier).———. “William Stafford (Courtier).” Wikipedia, January 13, 2025. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Stafford_(courtier).Dunn, Wendy J. “The Final Mystery of Mary Boleyn.” The Hist Fic Company (blog), March 10, 2023. https://www.thehistoricalfictioncompany.com/post/the-final-mystery-of-mary-boleyn?srsltid=AfmBOopLQlnDKiy4ZULxLDrs1x_1cy61k4KPalyHCEIk6oOmHW2EsN22.History... the interesting bits! “Mary Boleyn – History… the Interesting Bits!” Accessed February 20, 2025. https://historytheinterestingbits.com/tag/mary-boleyn/.ryangibson. “Mary Boleyn: Biography, Portrait, Facts & Information.” cldyson, January 31, 2015. https://englishhistory.net/tudor/citizens/mary-boleyn/.

We often associate Anne Boleyn with men: her husband, her father, her brother, and others. What about the women? Sophie Bacchus-Waterman discusses the women around Anne, including her mother.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenSophie Bacchus-Waterman@sophiebwatermanSpecial Collections, St John's College, OxfordElizabeth Boleyn: The Life of the Queen's Mother (coming 2025)History shows us what's possible.

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He was the grandson of Mary Boleyn, a trusted courtier of Elizabeth I, and a patron of Shakespeare's acting company—but history has largely overlooked George Carey, 2nd Baron Hunsdon.     Born into Boleyn blood, Carey rose through the ranks of Elizabethan society, earning knighthood, securing key military positions, and even becoming Lord Chamberlain, one of the most powerful roles at court. But one of his greatest legacies? His patronage of The Lord Chamberlain's Men—the very company that brought Shakespeare's plays to life!    From Hamlet to Much Ado About Nothing, Carey's influence helped shape the golden age of English theatre. But how did he rise to power? And why has his name faded into history?     Listen now to uncover the fascinating story of George Carey, the nobleman who helped bring Shakespeare's works to the world!   #OnThisDay #TudorHistory #Shakespeare #ElizabethanTheatre #BoleynBlood #GeorgeCarey #RoyalCourt #TheLordChamberlainsMen #HistoryLover

She was the wife of a Boleyn descendant, the patron of some of Elizabeth I's greatest minds, and a member of the powerful Spencer dynasty—the same family as Princess Diana. Yet history has largely forgotten Elizabeth Carey, Lady Hunsdon.   Born at Althorp, she was deeply connected to the Tudor court, married into the family of Mary Boleyn, and earned praise from some of the greatest poets, playwrights, and composers of the Elizabethan era.   But how did this remarkable woman fade into obscurity? And why was she a muse to some of the most influential figures of her time?   Discover the fascinating story of Lady Hunsdon, a patron of the arts who shaped Elizabethan culture but has been lost to history.   Listen now and uncover the life of this forgotten Tudor powerhouse!   #OnThisDay #TudorHistory #ElizabethCarey #WomenInHistory #SpencerFamily #PrincessDiana #EdmundSpenser #LiteraryHistory

Did you know that King Charles III is a descendant of Mary Boleyn, sister of Anne Boleyn? And that Prince William and Prince Harry have two Boleyn bloodlines?   But wait—how can that be when Elizabeth I, Anne Boleyn's only child, died childless? The Tudor and Boleyn bloodlines didn't end with her…   In this fascinating deep dive, I'll unravel the real royal connections between Mary Boleyn, Henry VIII, the Tudors, and the modern royal family. From the Queen Mother's link to Catherine Carey to Princess Diana's descent from Henry Carey, and even a controversial theory suggesting that Henry VIII may have had more royal descendants than we think… this is history you won't want to miss!   Want to see exactly how these royal bloodlines connect? Listen now to uncover the hidden ties between the Tudors, Boleyns, and today's British monarchy!   #MaryBoleyn #TudorBloodline #RoyalFamily #BoleynDescendants #HenryVIII #TudorHistory #BritishMonarchy #HistoryMysteries #PrinceWilliam #PrinceHarry

Philadelphia decides she must do what she must do and 'sally forth' when her castle is attacked by Mary I's men. Jessica and Gage try to convince Philadelphia that her grandmother, Mary Boleyn, had a tryst with Henry VIII.

This week I am talking to historian and author Wendy Dunn all about Catherine Carey, the daughter of Mary Boleyn. Wendy has written a full length biography of Catherine Carey, and believes firmly that she was not the daughter of Mary Boleyn's first husband William Stafford, but was, in fact, an illegitimate child of King Henry VIII's. Wendy and I discuss Catherine's upbringing, her role at the royal court, whether there is any truth in the legend that she accompanied her aunt Anne Boleyn to the scaffold and how she grew to be one of the most trusted and admired figures at the court of Queen Elizabeth I, who, following Catherine's death granted her a funeral so lavish that it may well prove the theory that Catherine was not Elizabeth's cousin, but may have been her half-sister instead.

Ever wondered if history got it wrong? In this episode of History Rage, host Paul Bavill dives into the treacherous waters of Tudor politics with the brilliant historian and author Lauren Mackay. Known for her works "Inside the Tudor Court" and "The Wolf Hall Companion," Lauren is here to clear the name of one of history's most misunderstood figures, Thomas Boleyn.Key Points:Meet Lauren Mackay:Lauren Mackay is a celebrated Tudor and early modern historian with three published books.Raging Against the Myths:Debunk the myth that Thomas Boleyn was a pimp who exploited his daughters for personal gain.Unravel the misconceptions about Thomas Boleyn's background and his rise in the Tudor court.Thomas Boleyn: The Man and His Family:Thomas Boleyn's noble lineage and influential connections.His genuine care for his children's wellbeing and interests, particularly Anne and Mary Boleyn.Diplomatic Brilliance:Explore Thomas Boleyn's diplomatic achievements and his reputation as a skilled ambassador.Understand his ability to navigate the complex power dynamics of the Tudor court.Misunderstood Motivations:Dispel the myth of Thomas Boleyn's involvement in the downfall of Anne and George Boleyn.Guest Information:Lauren Mackay's book recommendation: "Inside the Tudor Court."Follow Lauren on Twitter: @Regina_SabaYou can follow History Rage on Twitter @HistoryRage or Paul individually @PaulBavill and let us know what you wish people would just stop believing using the Hashtag #HistoryRage.You can join our 'Angry Mob' on Patreon as well. As a full £5 per month member you get access to the book preview livestream, 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/historyrageSEE THE RAGE LIVE at IWM Podcast LIVE on Saturday 19th October and IWM London. Tickets available hereFollow History Rage on Social MediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HistoryRageTwitter: https://twitter.com/HistoryRageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/historyrage/Stay Angry, Stay Informed - History Rage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Was Mary Boleyn really the "pretty" Boleyn sister? Did she have a long love affair with Henry VIII? In this video, we're diving into 11 major misconceptions about Mary Boleyn's life, from her rumoured relationships to the true nature of her family's ambitions. Get ready to uncover the real story behind the myths you've heard in books and movies. From mistaken identities to misunderstood motives, we'll set the record straight on one of the Tudor era's most mysterious figures. #MaryBoleyn #TudorHistory #Mythbusting #TheOtherBoleynGirl #BoleynSisters #HistoryUncovered #HenryVIII #AnneBoleyn

Could Henry VIII have fathered Mary Boleyn's children, Catherine and Henry Carey?

Today, I have some fascinating facts to share about the Boleyn family, a family close to my heart. These tidbits might surprise you and give you a deeper insight into their intriguing history.   Did you know that Anne Boleyn's father inherited a unique family heirloom? Or that her mother was praised by a famous poet? There are also some mysteries about Mary Boleyn's later years. Anne herself might have met a legendary figure during her time in France, and her brother George was celebrated for his talents. Jane Boleyn played a significant role in the lives of others, and Elizabeth I honoured her mother in some special ways.   If these facts have piqued your interest, I'm excited to announce an 8-day online event in November dedicated to the Boleyn family! I'll be diving into:   Thomas and Elizabeth Boleyn Anne Boleyn's rise and fall Mary Boleyn's legacy George Boleyn's life and work Jane Boleyn's controversial story Elizabeth I, the Boleyn Queen The enduring legacy of the Boleyns   There will be seven talks and eight Zoom Q&A sessions, offering plenty of opportunities to discuss Tudor history. If you register before 31st July, you can join us for $65, saving $15. Head to https://claireridgway.com/events/the-boleyns-a-family-of-two-queens/ for more details and to secure your spot.   I can't wait to share more about the Boleyns with you and hear your thoughts! See you there!   #BoleynFamily #TudorHistory #AnneBoleyn #MaryBoleyn #GeorgeBoleyn #ElizabethI #TudorFacts #HistoryLovers #OnlineEvent

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Zwei wunderschöne Schwestern versuchen im 16. Jahrhundert, ihren Platz in der Welt des europäischen Adels zu finden. Wer von beiden wird es schaffen, der eigenen Familie durch eine gute Hochzeit zu Ruhm und Rang zu verhelfen? Anne und Mary Boleyn reisen von Land zu Land und finden sich schließlich beide am englischen Königshof wieder. Und in den Armen eines der mächtigsten Männer dieser Zeit: Heinrich VIII. Beide werden die Geliebten des Königs. Doch nur eine wird letztendlich sein Herz gewinnen können. Und das hat Konsequenzen. Diese Woche erzählen wir euch die Geschichte einer Liebe, die ein ganzes Land gespalten hat und die am Ende vielen Menschen das Leben gekostet hat. ACHTUNG, ACHTUNG, [hier](https://www.deutscher-podcastpreis.de/podcasts/true-love/) könnt ihr für TRUE LOVE in der Kategorie "Newcomer" beim deutschen Podcastpreis abstimmen. Und auch direkt [hier](https://www.deutscher-podcastpreis.de/podcasts/mord-auf-ex-2/) für MORD AUF EX in der Kategorie "Spannung". Tausend Dank

Love Month continues with this dive into Royal Mistresses. From Bessie Blount's role in shaping Tudor succession to Mary Boleyn's discreet liaisons and the comparative power dynamics of Diane de Poitiers in France, uncover the stories of the women who operated from behind the throne, wielding soft power in a world dominated by kings.Thank you, as always, for your listenership and support!Tudorcon tickets at https://www.englandcast.com/TudorconJoin Patreon at patreon.com/englandcast for extra episodes and fun content! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philadelphia decides she must do what she must do and 'sally forth' when her castle is attacked by Mary I's men.  Jessica and Gage try to convince Philadelphia that her grandmother, Mary Boleyn, had a tryst with Henry VIII.

Who's that girl? It's Anne! Anne Boleyn is one of the most infamous figures in British history. Her short life is often defined by her marriage to King Henry VIII, her role in the English Reformation, and ultimately, her execution. However, in this episode (part of our Tudor Week celebration), we are taking it back to where it all began. At some place in some year. Yeah, record-keeping wasn't the best in the 16th century. Anne cut her teeth for politics and royal courts at one of the most prestigious courts belonging to Margaret of Austria (who you can learn more about in our two-part series from earlier this year). This gave her a special advantage and taught her how to conduct herself in a way that would eventually win her many, many admirers. Dukes, Earls, poets.... even kings would find her captivating! Anne's early life was marked by ambition and determination. She refused to become the king's mistress, insisting that she would only marry him if he could obtain an annulment from Catherine another very fierce lady, Catherine of Aragon. This set in motion a chain of events that would ultimately lead to the English Reformation and Anne's eventual downfall. But let's not get A HEAD of ourselves (sorry). Enjoy this episode about Anne's rise to infamy and do not Google what happens next. In this episode we chat: When was Anne born and why didn't anyone write it down? Family dynamics and her often being confused with her sister, Mary Boleyn, before surpassing her in court intrigue. Did Henry VIII love bomb her and pressure Anne into a relationship? The other men that loved Anne Boleyn ---------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.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

Claire looks at a pair of portraits of sisters Anne and Mary Boleyn from Hever Castle's collection.

We are back this week to discuss Mary Boleyn.Find us on social media, @tudortalktime on all platforms, and let us know what you would like to hear about!Lara, Phoebe and KatieSources used:Bevan, R. Anne's Sister: 10 Facts about Mary Boleyn. HistoryHit, 19.01.2023 (Accessed: 27.04.2023)Gairdner, J. Mary and Anne Boleyn. The English Historical Review, 1893. 8(29), pp. 53-60. (Accessed: 29.04.2023)Norton, E. The Boleyn Women: the Tudor Femme Fatals who changed English History. Amberley Publishing, 2013Plowden, A. The Other Boleyn Girl. BBC History, 17.02.2011 (Accessed: 27.04.2023)Ridgeway, Claire, Mary Boleyn, The Tudor Society, 2018, Available at: https://www.tudorsociety.com/mary-boleyn/, (Accessed: 27/4/23) Solly, Meilan, The Rise and Fall of Tudor England's Scandalous Boleyn Family, 19th August 2021, Available at: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/rise-and-fall-tudor-englands-scandalous-boleyn-family-180978480/, (Accessed:27/4/23)Weir, A. Mary Boleyn: The Great and Infamous Whore. Random House, 2011Wilkinson, J. Mary Boleyn: The True Story of Henry VIII's Favourite Mistress. Amberley Publishing, 2009

The role of Queen Consort is complicated, and it takes a special kind of woman to leave her mark. Historian and author Leanda de Lisle joins us to discuss two women who changed history: Anne Boleyn and Henrietta Maria.Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydLeanda de Lisleleandadelisle.com@leandadelisleBooks:Henrietta Maria: Conspirator, Warrior, Phoenix QueenThe White King: The Tragedy of Charles ITudor: The Family StoryThe Sisters Who Would be QueenAfter ElizabethCreative Director: Lindsey LindstromMusic: History by Andy_Grey via Audio Jungle, Music Broadcast License

500 years ago, Anne Boleyn joined the Tudor court, and she was fascinated us ever since. Join me as I visit Hever Castle and Hampton Court Palace to walk where Anne walked.Show Notes: Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistorypatreon.com/carolannlloydHelpful websites:www.hevercastle.co.uk Historic Royal Palaces (Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, and so much more!) hrp.org.ukCreative Director: Lindsey LindstromMusic: History by Andy_Grey via Audio Jungle, Music Broadcast License

It's July 1539 and the lives of three women are about to converge in England. Mary Boleyn of Norfolk House is to return to court, Ann, Duchess of Cleves is having her portrait painted in anticipation of being chosen by Henry the VIII as his next queen and fourteen year old Katherine of Norfolk House, a vain and silly girl is adding up her possessions.

In this special mini-series, Lacey Bonar Hull chats with Dr. Kirstin Bundesen about the rumors and gossip surrounding the sister of Anne Boleyn - Mary. This episode is also available on video via Spotify or YouTube. -- Credits: Hosted by: Lacey Bonar Hull - Twitter Guest: Dr. Kristin Bundesen - Twitter Editing: Troy Larson Voice Over: David Black Music by: Ketsa, Alexander Nakarada, and Winnie the Moog via FilmMusic.io, used by EXTENDED license. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rebecca-larson/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rebecca-larson/support

Christine Morgan shares the real story of Mary Boleyn, a savvy and strong woman who survived her family's downfall in Henry VIII's England.Show Notes:Carol Ann Lloydwww.carolannlloyd.com@shakeuphistoryChristine Morgan@mschristinemoHistorian and Presenter at Tudors Dynasty Podcast Creative Director: Lindsey LindstromMusic: Inspiring Dramatic Pack by Smart Sounds via Audio Jungle; Music Broadcast License

Historian Claire Ridgway is doing a masterclass on Mary Boleyn on 12th February and would like your help in preparing it. Please leave a comment answering the following questions (as many as you want): 1. What you think of Mary Boleyn? Who is your Mary Boleyn? 2. What interests you about Mary? 3. What myths do you think surround Mary? 4. And, finally, what questions do you have about Mary that you want answered? Thank you for your help. The masterclass is a bonus for ticketholders of "Anne Boleyn, the Woman who Changed England" and you can sign up at https://claireridgway.com/events/anne-boleyn-the-woman-who-changed-england/ 

On this day in Tudor history, 19th July 1543, in the reign of King Henry VIII, Mary Boleyn died.   Mary Boleyn is known for being Henry VIII's mistress at one point, and you can find out a bit more about her in this edition of #TudorHistoryShorts from historian Claire Ridgway.   Mary Boleyn playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKSxTbgPHf6SjqFnqv_-pQ-

Historian Claire Ridgway, who has written several books on the Boleyns, is often asked about Mary Boleyn's links to the present royal family, so she thought she'd explain more about it. Queen Elizabeth II descends from Mary Boleyn, and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, descend from her in two different ways. Find out more from Claire. You can see this podcast as a video at the following link: https://youtu.be/9mhFC26n_5A Claire is the founder of the Tudor Society, an online membership site for those who love Tudor history. There, you can learn from Claire and many other expert historians and authors, enjoy Tudor-focused magazines and live Q&A sessions with experts, and have access to all kinds of talks, articles, quizzes, virtual tours and more. Try it with a 14-day free trial - https://www.tudorsociety.com/signup/   Claire has written some bestselling Tudor history books:   On This Day in Tudor History - https://amzn.to/3oceahH The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown - https://amzn.to/3m8KaSi George Boleyn: Tudor Poet, Courtier and Diplomat - https://amzn.to/2TdwyZr The Anne Boleyn Collection - https://amzn.to/3kiQc1T The Anne Boleyn Collection II - https://amzn.to/3o9LUwi The Anne Boleyn Collection III - https://amzn.to/3kiQc1T The Life of Anne Boleyn Colouring Books - https://amzn.to/3jkJ5Vz   Claire has also done an online history course, The Life of Anne Boleyn, for MedievalCourses.com - https://medievalcourses.com/overview/life-anne-boleyn-mc06/   You can find Claire at: https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com  https://www.tudorsociety.com https://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles/ https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/ https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles  https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety  https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/  https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/

Today is the anniversary of Mary Boleyn's daughter's marriage in 1540.    Mary's daughter was Catherine Carey and you can find out about her in this #TudorHistoryShorts video from historian Claire Ridgway.    Claire's longer video on Catherine and her husband, Sir Francis Knollys, can be viewed at https://youtu.be/c_rcS3AX7nk   Other Tudor events for 26th April: April 26 - Shakespeare and the plague - https://youtu.be/fbY5itlDUeY April 26 - Anne Boleyn and Matthew Parker's Meeting - https://youtu.be/2pgryv6sz3g

I'm joined by Dr. Lauren Mackay to talk about her biography of Thomas Boleyn (is his reputation as a moral monster deserved?) and we also chat about the enigmatic ambassador Eustace Chapuys, plots, scheming, jousting, lying, unearthing long-lost portraits, Mary Boleyn's difficult relationship with her father, and some surprising chats from the cast of the hit show THE TUDORS.

In the first part of her “This week in Tudor history” for the week beginning 1st March, historian Claire Ridgway is going to be introducing you to Thomas Tresham, grand prior of the Order of St John of Jersualem, and Anne of Denmark, James I’s queen consort, as well as talking about another unhappy marriage for Margaret Tudor, and the birth of Mary Boleyn’s son.   You can see this podcast as a video at the following link: https://youtu.be/1d3E0LZgREE   1st March 1559 - Death of Thomas Tresham, landowner, Catholic politician and Grand Prior of the Order of St John of Jerusalem in England.   2nd March 1619 - Death of Anne of Denmark, queen consort of King James VI of Scotland/King James I of England. She died of dropsy and consumption at Hampton Court Palace aged 44.   3rd March 1528 - Margaret Tudor, widow of King James IV of Scotland and sister of King Henry VIII, married for a third time. She married Henry Stuart, Lord Methven. It was not a happy marriage.   4th March 1526 - Birth of courtier and administrator, Henry Carey, 1st Baron Hunsdon, son of Mary Boleyn and her first husband, William Carey.   Teasel's Tudor Trivia video on St David's Day can be found at https://youtu.be/xGPFqRCnBxY Other videos on Margaret Tudor: August 6 - – Margaret Tudor’s Secret Marriage - https://youtu.be/CEE88HDbM4M   October 18 - Margaret Tudor, Queen of Scotland - https://youtu.be/4MyX4SfN5IE  Find out more about Henry Carey in this video - https://youtu.be/gcYG4d-6QeU   Videos about other Tudor events for these dates: March 1 - George Wishart, a man with close friends and bitter enemies - https://youtu.be/EQhEftMQuCc  March 1 - Thomas Campion died and was laid to rest - https://youtu.be/PEzda2lwj9Y March 2 - Henry VIII and his motto "She has wounded my heart" - https://youtu.be/PEK-M0CLInA  March 2 - Sir Thomas Bodley and the Bodleian Library - https://youtu.be/cDR9V-OH7s0 March 3 - A secret marriage for Mary Tudor and Charles Brandon? - https://youtu.be/yPlUHeSNi40 March 3 - Edward IV's son dies of a heart attack in the Tower of London - https://youtu.be/vcXWPbCLJ9w March 4 - Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and Mary Boleyn star in the spectacular Chateau Vert Pageant - https://youtu.be/ChANxD0evtM March 4 - William Bullokar and his 40-letter alphabet - https://youtu.be/n_GKQMR2myA    -- Claire Ridgway Historian and author, founder of the Anne Boleyn Files and Tudor Society www.theanneboleynfiles.com www.tudorsociety.com https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles http://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/ https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/ https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/

In this second part of This week on Tudor history for the week beginning 22nd February, historian and author Claire Ridgway introduces a literary patron and her husband, a clergyman who ended up dying on a voyage far from home and being buried at sea, and a famous reformer whose peacemaking and pragmatic approach failed to heal rifts and please people. Oh and he ended up being dug up and posthumously tried for heresy, and burnt!   You can see this podcast as a video at the following link: https://youtu.be/ED-IG_znvZs   24th or 25th February 1618 - Death of Elizabeth Carey (née Spencer), Lady Hunsdon. Elizabeth was a renowned literary patron and was one of the Spencers of Althorp.   26th February 1548 - Birth of Elizabeth Carey's husband, Sir George Carey, 2nd Baron Hunsdon, son of Henry Carey, 1st Baron Hunsdon, and grandson of Mary Boleyn.   27th February 1583 - Death of clergyman and diarist Richard Madox at sea, near Espirito Santo harbour, near Vitória, Brazil. Madox was on a trading voyage at the time and kept a diary which is a wonderful source of the lead-up to the voyage and tthe voyage itself.   28th February/1st March 1551 - Death of Martin Bucer, the famous theologian and Protestant reformer at Cambridge. As well as his reform and works, Bucer was known for his peacemaking and pragmatic approach. He had good intentions, wanting to avoid schism, but he ended up not pleasing anyone.   Claire's video on the burning of the remains of Bucer and Fagius can be viewed at  https://youtu.be/lwVXkWK3q-k More "On this day" events for 25-28 February: February 25 - The execution of Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex - https://youtu.be/lQ0nFNgD74s February 25 - Elizabeth I is excommunicated - https://youtu.be/sS__T7HLURM February 26 – Christopher Marlowe – a rather colourful character! - https://youtu.be/QnT2Qp7RuXc February 26 - The sad ends of loyal men - https://youtu.be/tSH2feVoYHQ February 27 - The Battle of Ancrum Moor and a legendary stone - https://youtu.be/LMEowRAmMns February 27 - The ends of three Catholics at Tyburn - https://youtu.be/zsUSrhyWnwA February 28 - Thomas Forret, a chief heretic and teacher of heresy - https://youtu.be/f3_SnmqCcmk February 28 and 29 - The fugitive wizard earl and an awful burning - https://youtu.be/UBeu4Gz9CNM   -- Claire Ridgway Historian and author, founder of the Anne Boleyn Files and Tudor Society www.theanneboleynfiles.com www.tudorsociety.com https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles http://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/ https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/ https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/

In this latest edition of Questions about Anne Boleyn, Claire Ridgway, author of several books on the Boleyns, considers the question she's often asked "Were Anne and Mary Boleyn close?" What do we know about the Boleyn sisters' relationship? Was it close? What do we know about it? Do the historical sources give us any insight into it? Find out more about Anne and Mary Boleyn in this talk. You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/TnemIlRRdUU See the videos in the Mary Boleyn playlist for more about her - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKSxTbgPHf6SjqFnqv_-pQ-

This second part of this week's "This week in Tudor History" covers events that took place in the Tudor period on 14th, 15th, 16th and 17th January. Find out all about these Tudor events from Claire Ridgway, author of "On This Day in Tudor History" and several other Tudor history books. 14th January 1515 - On this day in the reign of King Henry VIII, following the death of King Louis XII of France, King Henry VIII sent his best friend, Charles, Duke of Suffolk, to fetch Louis' widow and bring her back to England. The widow was, of course, Henry VIII's younger and favourite sister, Mary Tudor. This mission ended up in a secret marriage though! See https://youtu.be/yPlUHeSNi40 for more on Suffolk and Mary's secret marriage. 15th January 1555 - On this day in the reign of Queen Mary I, Jane Dudley, Duchess of Northumberland, died at Chelsea. Jane was the widow of John Dudley, Duke of Northumberland, mother-in-law of Lady jane Grey pr Queen Jane, and mother of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. 16th January 1501 - On this day in the reign of King Henry VII, courtier Sir Anthony Denny was born at Cheshunt. Denny became a close confidant of King Henry VIII, serving him as groom of the stool and being chosen as the one to tell the king he was dying in 1547, and he also helped Catherine Parr in 1548 when she needed help to protect her marriage and the reputation of her stepdaughter, Princess Elizabeth. 17th January 1587 - On this day in the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, clockmaker Bartholomew Newsam (Newsum, Newsham) died. This famous craftsman also made sundials and scientific instruments, and appears to have been employed by Elizabeth I. Here are links to see some examples of his craftsmanship:https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/H_1888-1201-126https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/H_1912-0208-1https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search#!?q=Bartholomew%20Newsam&perPage=20&sortBy=Relevance&offset=0&pageSize=0 Links to previous years' videos:January 14 - Francis Kett leaps and dances in the fire - https://youtu.be/hgwEQnfpkxs January 14 - Elizabeth I's coronation procession - https://youtu.be/qltgENLUJLkJanuary 15 - The death of Catherine Carey (Knollys), daughter of Mary Boleyn - https://youtu.be/LPq30SRVnesJanuary 15 - Elizabeth I's coronation - https://youtu.be/oejNK0u49qUJanuary 16 - Thomas Howard breaks his promise about Mary, Queen of Scots - https://youtu.be/lGi8S6H3SVsJanuary 16 - Thomas Seymour, a kidnap attempt and the king's dog - https://youtu.be/EPxknjmtU8QJanuary 17 - Poet Thomas Wyatt is arrested - https://youtu.be/dlEQrkr8CDgJanuary 17 - Leicestershire woman gives birth to a cat! - https://youtu.be/AVOtEP_alvc

Our couple this week is a historical couple or should I say historical couple plus one. He ruled England For 36 years in the 16th Century. She was a queen of England for 3 years…and her sister was a lady in the Queen of France’s court and a lady appointed to the court of Catherine of Aragon in England. If you Listened to our podcast last week then you already know our story this week is about King Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, & Mary Boleyn.

On this day in Tudor history, 23rd July 1543, or 24th according to some sources, Marie de Guise and her baby daughter, Mary, Queen of Scots, escaped from Linlithgow Palace, helped by Cardinal David Beaton, and taken to Stirling Castle.  Why? What was going on in Scotland at this time? Find out all about Mary's early months as Queen of Scots, and why Beaton helped her and her mother to move to Stirling, in today's talk from Claire Ridgway, author of "On This Day in Tudor History". You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/occfUzBMZu8 Also on this day in Tudor history, 23rd July 1596, Henry Carey, 1st Baron Hunsdon, Privy Councillor and Lord Chamberlain, died at Somerset House in London. Hunsdon was the son of Mary Boleyn, nephew of the late Queen Anne Boleyn, and cousin and favourite of Queen Elizabeth I. Find out more about him in last year’s video - https://youtu.be/gcYG4d-6QeU 

On this day in Tudor history, the night of 22nd June 1509, King Henry VIII rewarded twenty-six men for their loyal service to the crown by making them Knights of the Bath as part of the celebrations for his coronation. One of the men honoured for his service to the crown was Thomas Boleyn, father of the future queen, Anne Boleyn. But what had he done to deserve this honour? Find out more about Thomas Boleyn's rise at the court of Henry VII, and how he was a royal favourite long before his daughters became involved with the king, in today's talk from Claire Ridgway, author of several books on the Boleyns.You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/cvvA0ol8kl8Also on this day in Tudor history, 22nd June 1528, Mary Boleyn, sister of Anne Boleyn, was widowed when her first husband, William Carey, died during the Sweating Sickness epidemic of 1528. His death had a major impact on Mary's situation and you can find out more in last year’s video - https://youtu.be/qRxuklwjazY You can find Claire at:https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com https://www.tudorsociety.comhttps://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles/https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/ https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/

In another Tudor Travel Show: Extra, Sarah catches up with Justin Davies of the Jordeans Van Dyck Panel Painting Project (JVDPPP) to talk about an exciting and recent discovery in the Tudor world: the reattribution of a painting from being that of an ‘of an unknown woman’ to being that of Mary Boleyn. It’s a wonderful story of an adventure in time…tune in to hear all about it!   If you wish to view a picture of this portrait and the one of Lady Herbert (mentioned in the podcast) follow this link to 'The Tudor Travel Guide' blog.   If you want to keep up to date with all the Tudor Travel Guide's adventures, as well as top tips for planning your own Tudor road trip, don't forget to subscribe to the blog via www.thetudortravelguide.com.   This podcast now has an accompanying closed Facebook group, dedicated to discussing the places and artefacts discussed in each episode. it is also a place to ask your fellow Tudor time travellers questions about visiting Tudor locations or planning your Tudor-themed vacation or sharing your top tips to help others get the most out of their Tudor adventures on the road. Go to The Tudor Travel Show: Hitting the Road to join the community.   You can also find The Tudor Travel Guide on YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest.   Credits: Presenter: Sarah Morris

On this day in Tudor history, 26th April 1564, the Bard, William Shakespeare, was baptised at Holy Trinity Church, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire. This was just three months before the plague hit the town, wiping out a fifth of its population. Fortunately for him, and us, Shakespeare didn't catch it - phew! Find out more about the plague and its outbreak in Stratford-upon-Avon in today's talk from Claire Ridgway, author of "On This Day in Tudor History". Also on this day in Tudor history, 26th April 1540, Catherine Carey, daughter of Mary Boleyn and niece of the late Queen Anne Boleyn, married Francis Knollys.It is not known whether the marriage was a love match, but it appears to have been a very happy and successful marriage, and resulted in 14 children. You can find out more about them in last year’s video - https://youtu.be/c_rcS3AX7nk  You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/fbY5itlDUeY And on this day in 1536, in the lead up to Anne Boleyn's fall, Queen Anne Boleyn met with her chaplain, Matthew Parker. The words that she spoke to him that day had such an impact on him that they stayed with him for the rest of his life. Find out more about this in my video on 26th April 1536 - https://youtu.be/2pgryv6sz3g 

 On this day in history, 4th March 1609, Tudor spelling reformer and grammarian William Bullokar died at Chichester in West Sussex.  William Bullokar is known for writing the first grammar book of English, the "Pamphlet for Grammar", and for his work reforming the alphabet to improve literacy. Find out more about him and what he did in today's talk from Claire Ridgway, author of "On This Day in Tudor History". Link to read “Bullokar’s booke at large, for the amendment of orthographie for English speech” - https://archive.org/details/bullokarsbookeat00bull/page/n6/mode/2up  You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/n_GKQMR2myA Also on this day in Tudor history, 4th March 1522, at the court of Henry VIII, the Chateau Vert pageant took place. Anne Boleyn and Mary Boleyn were two of the participants in this lavish pageant, and you can find out all about it in last year’s video - https://youtu.be/ChANxD0evtM You can find Claire at:https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com https://www.tudorsociety.comhttps://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles/https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/ https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/

 On this day in Tudor history, 2nd March 1545, scholar, diplomat and founder of the Bodleian Library, Sir Thomas Bodley, was born in Exeter.  Sir Thomas Bodley served as a diplomat in the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, but he is most known for his re-founding of Oxford University Library and the Bodleian Library, and all the work he did on it. Find out all about him and his library in today's talk from Claire Ridgway, founder of the Tudor Society. The Bodleian Library is world famous and you can have a virtual tour of this Oxford landmark in this video - https://youtu.be/TRscTmxMkfs Also on this day in Tudor history, 2nd March 1522, there was a Shrovetide joust with the theme of unrequited love at the court of Henry VIII. You can find out more about this joust, and whether it had anything to do with Mary Boleyn, in last year’s video - https://youtu.be/PEK-M0CLInA  You can find Claire at:https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com https://www.tudorsociety.comhttps://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles/https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/ https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/ 

 On this day in Tudor history, Saturday 4th February 1520, Mary Boleyn, sister of Anne Boleyn, got married to William Carey in the Chapel Royal at Greenwich Palace, in a service attended by King Henry VIII. Find out more about Mary Boleyn and William Carey in today's talk from Claire Ridgway, author of several books on the Boleyn family. Here is a link to Claire's Mary Boleyn Playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKSxTbgPHf6SjqFnqv_-pQ- You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/d4C2oGQNfCs Also on this day in Tudor history, the first English Protestant martyr was burned in the reign of Queen Mary I. His name was John Rogers. Find out more in last year's video - https://youtu.be/5FMzvIhxasM  You can find Claire at:https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com https://www.tudorsociety.comhttps://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles/https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/ https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/

On this day in Tudor history, 15th January 1569, in the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, Catherine Knollys (née Carey), wife of Sir Francis Knollys, daughter of Mary Boleyn, and cousin of the queen, died at Hampton Court Palace. She was about 45 years old. Sadly, Queen Elizabeth I had kept Catherine and her beloved husband, Sir Francis Knollys, apart during Catherine's final day. Find out more about Catherine's final days, the queen's cruelty, Francis's frustration, and Catherine's lavish burial, which was paid for by the queen, in today's talk from Claire Ridgway, author of "On This Day in Tudor History". You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/LPq30SRVnes Also on this day in Tudor history, 15th January 1559, Elizabeth I, daughter of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, was crowned queen at Westminster Abbey. Here is the link to my talk on the coronation - https://youtu.be/oejNK0u49qU You can find Claire at:https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com https://www.tudorsociety.comhttps://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles/https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/ https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/

Natalie Grueninger speaks with historian Christine Morgan about Mary Boleyn and the Melusine myth. Follow Christine on Twitter. The Untitled History Project with Christine Morgan. Find out more about your host at On the Tudor Trail.  Join our Talking Tudors Podcast Facebook group for all the behind-the-scenes news and updates. I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all my wonderful patrons! If you love Talking Tudors and would like to show your appreciation, and support the work I do, I invite you to become a part of the Talking Tudors family and become my patron! Music break courtesy of guitarist Jon Sayles.

In this latest instalment of her "Questions about Anne Boleyn" series, Claire Ridgway, author of "The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown", looks at Philippa Gregory's best-selling novel, "The Other Boleyn Girl", which was also turned into a movie and adapted for television. "The Other Boleyn Girl" has brought Anne Boleyn and Mary Boleyn's stories to life for many people, and provoked an interest in Tudor history, but it has also caused a bit of confusion with some readers not knowing which bits of the story are accurate and which are fictional. In this talk, Claire tries to clear up the confusion by pointing out some of the main inaccuracies in the novel and film. Here are links to further videos on these topics:Did Anne Boleyn miscarry a deformed foetus? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNb473eMt8U&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=4&t=0sMary Boleyn Facts: Who was Mary Boleyn? (Mary Boleyn 1) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kg-1h6ttoJQ&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=5&t=0sMary Boleyn: Mistress of two kings? (Mary Boleyn 2) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6ChItwXANw&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=7&t=0sJane Boleyn - Did she help bring down Anne Boleyn? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aL2QqvKNTLA&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=9&t=0sDid Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn have an unnatural relationship? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGbZGI-Fr08&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=10&t=0sWas Anne Boleyn a homewrecker?- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzOpsoNKygw&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=13Was Anne Boleyn charged with witchcraft? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYiSQpDrSZ4&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=14Did Anne Boleyn have much of a relationship with Elizabeth I? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgo7oyJVsH8&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=17&t=0sDid Anne Boleyn steal Henry Carey from Mary Boleyn? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDtOHZxRN4w&list=PLepqWJ7TpkrKpzoJ8DPHBLgzGr0Gg2IcU&index=24&t=0s

In Philippa Gregory's historical novel "The Other Boleyn Girl", Anne Boleyn adopts Mary Boleyn's son, Henry Carey, without Mary's permission; she steals him. But is this storyline true? Did Anne Boleyn really steal Henry Carey after his father's death?In this latest instalment of her "Questions about Anne Boleyn" series, Claire Ridgway, author of "The Fall of Anne Boleyn: A Countdown" explores what really happened to Henry Carey after William Carey died of sweating sickness.You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/cDtOHZxRN4wYou can find Claire at:https://www.theanneboleynfiles.comhttps://www.tudorsociety.comhttps://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles/https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFileshttps://twitter.com/thetudorsocietyhttps://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/

On this day in Tudor history, 23rd July 1596, Henry Carey, 1st Baron Hunsdon, Privy Councillor and Lord Chamberlain, died at Somerset House in London. Hunsdon was, of course, the son of Mary Boleyn, nephew of the late Queen Anne Boleyn, and cousin and favourite of Queen Elizabeth I. In today's talk, Claire Ridgway, founder of the Tudor Society, gives details of Hunsdon's background and his rise to prominence at Elizabeth I's court, as well as details on his burial and tomb. You can find a photo of his tomb at www.westminster-abbey.org/our-history/people/henry-carey  You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:https://youtu.be/gcYG4d-6QeU You can find Claire at:https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com https://www.tudorsociety.comhttps://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles/https://www.facebook.com/tudorsociety/https://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFiles https://twitter.com/thetudorsociety https://www.instagram.com/tudor.society/ https://www.instagram.com/anneboleynfiles/

In this episode we chat about Mary Boleyn with Christine Morgan at the 2019 Tudor Summit.Join in the discussion on the app here: https://flickchat.page.link/C6dWeXUhx4UBWTv5U See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

These days, there are many different ways to be a historian outside of academia. In this episode, Danièle speaks with Christine Morgan, creator of Untitled History Project, about her latest work on the famous fairy Mélusine, Mary Boleyn, and making it as a historian off the tenure track.

2008's The Other Boleyn Girl gives us a peek into what it could've been like roaming the English court during King Henry VIII's reign. But how much of what we saw of the relationship between King Henry VIII, Anne and her sister Mary Boleyn was true? That's what we'll find out as we compare history with The Other Boleyn Girl. Learn more about the true story and more at https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com/92-the-other-boleyn-girl/ This episode was a special request from official BOATS Producer Heidi.

Emilia Bassano loves many things: music, poetry, Latin, herbs. Born to a family of Italian musicians living in sixteenth-century London, Emilia benefits from early fostering in the household of a countess, where she acquires a love of books along with a top-flight education. A terrible assault leaves Emilia convinced she can never marry, and she becomes the mistress of a much older nobleman—Lord Hunsdon, the son of Mary Boleyn and King Henry VIII. Lord Hunsdon offers security, comfort, love, and protection from being dubbed a “masterless maid,” an illegal status in Elizabethan England. Emilia repays him with affection and respect, but it is when she meets the poet and playwright William Shakespeare that she discovers her passion: not only for the poet but for poetry itself. In Dark Lady: A Novel of Emilia Bassano Lanyer (She Writes Press, 2017), Charlene Ball builds on the true story of a remarkable woman, one of Europe’s early feminists as well as the possible model for the “Dark Lady” of Shakespeare’s sonnets—reimagining and enhancing Emilia’s biography with her own copious knowledge of the period and the literature. The result is a fascinating glimpse of a world that at times appears reassuringly past and at others all too jarringly present. C. P. Lesley is the author of seven novels, including Legends of the Five Directions (The Golden Lynx, The Winged Horse, The Swan Princess, and–forthcoming in December 2017–The Vermilion Bird), a historical fiction series set in 1530s Russia, during the childhood of Ivan the Terrible. Find out more about her at http://www.cplesley.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emilia Bassano loves many things: music, poetry, Latin, herbs. Born to a family of Italian musicians living in sixteenth-century London, Emilia benefits from early fostering in the household of a countess, where she acquires a love of books along with a top-flight education. A terrible assault leaves Emilia convinced she can never marry, and she becomes the mistress of a much older nobleman—Lord Hunsdon, the son of Mary Boleyn and King Henry VIII. Lord Hunsdon offers security, comfort, love, and protection from being dubbed a “masterless maid,” an illegal status in Elizabethan England. Emilia repays him with affection and respect, but it is when she meets the poet and playwright William Shakespeare that she discovers her passion: not only for the poet but for poetry itself. In Dark Lady: A Novel of Emilia Bassano Lanyer (She Writes Press, 2017), Charlene Ball builds on the true story of a remarkable woman, one of Europe’s early feminists as well as the possible model for the “Dark Lady” of Shakespeare’s sonnets—reimagining and enhancing Emilia’s biography with her own copious knowledge of the period and the literature. The result is a fascinating glimpse of a world that at times appears reassuringly past and at others all too jarringly present. C. P. Lesley is the author of seven novels, including Legends of the Five Directions (The Golden Lynx, The Winged Horse, The Swan Princess, and–forthcoming in December 2017–The Vermilion Bird), a historical fiction series set in 1530s Russia, during the childhood of Ivan the Terrible. Find out more about her at http://www.cplesley.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emilia Bassano loves many things: music, poetry, Latin, herbs. Born to a family of Italian musicians living in sixteenth-century London, Emilia benefits from early fostering in the household of a countess, where she acquires a love of books along with a top-flight education. A terrible assault leaves Emilia convinced she can never marry, and she becomes the mistress of a much older nobleman—Lord Hunsdon, the son of Mary Boleyn and King Henry VIII. Lord Hunsdon offers security, comfort, love, and protection from being dubbed a “masterless maid,” an illegal status in Elizabethan England. Emilia repays him with affection and respect, but it is when she meets the poet and playwright William Shakespeare that she discovers her passion: not only for the poet but for poetry itself. In Dark Lady: A Novel of Emilia Bassano Lanyer (She Writes Press, 2017), Charlene Ball builds on the true story of a remarkable woman, one of Europe’s early feminists as well as the possible model for the “Dark Lady” of Shakespeare’s sonnets—reimagining and enhancing Emilia’s biography with her own copious knowledge of the period and the literature. The result is a fascinating glimpse of a world that at times appears reassuringly past and at others all too jarringly present. C. P. Lesley is the author of seven novels, including Legends of the Five Directions (The Golden Lynx, The Winged Horse, The Swan Princess, and–forthcoming in December 2017–The Vermilion Bird), a historical fiction series set in 1530s Russia, during the childhood of Ivan the Terrible. Find out more about her at http://www.cplesley.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we talk about the martyrdom of Thomas More, and why Mary Boleyn really shouldn't have married without permission. If you like this show, please leave us a rating on iTunes. It really makes a difference in helping more people find out about the show! Learn more about us at WatchingTheTudors.com or Englandcast.com which is my other podcast - the Renaissance English History Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It is in the reign of Henry VIII that we first hear of the 'masque' - entertainment that drew from Mummers, Mystery plays, and 'disguisings'. We talk about Anne and Mary Boleyn's education - and Shakespeare and the word 'bump' See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There are numerous famous stories depicting sibling rivalry. The Biblical story of Cain and Abel, Ann and Mary Boleyn who fought over King Henry 8ths affections and of course the most famous Hollywood rivalry, Joan fontaine and Olivia de Havilland, with Joan famously saying, “She will be jealous if she dies before me”. And that, Joan did.   It has been said that competition for a parent’s affection is steeped in competition for resources.Behaviourists have found that we share strong links between animals when it comes to sibling rivalry. This is evident in the animal kingdom, where the strongest sibling is known to kill their weaker brother or sister to gain resources such as food.    The fallout from a broken sibling relationship can be devastating, and awkward. When ties break, the animosity hangs in the air, each too proud to admit the other was wrong. Or maybe, the relationship is best left severed. I know because it happened to me. In any family, if you begin to scratch the surface, before too long you might unveil some sort of sibling rivalry between your own family members who haven’t spoken to each other in decades. And it is usually over something petty. And sometimes, not. Could it be that the only thing we have in common is DNA? Or perhaps we should listen to the famous proverb, you can choose your friends but you can’t choose your family.   Featuring guest host, Amanda Miha. Memoria is written and produced by Nat V.  The short story, "And the Winner is..." is written, edited and performed by Nat V. Illustrations by Peta Manning Support the show.

In this show Jonathan and I discuss some of the history behind the events in the second episode. We see Henry toying with making peace with France (Never!), having a dalliance with Mary Boleyn, and the first head of the series is chopped off. Good times were had by all. To learn more about us, go to http://www.watchingthetudors.com. If you like the show, please rate it in iTunes. It's the number one thing you can do to help a show succeed. Thanks! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Dr. Carlos as he discusses who really shakespeares work. Amelia Bassano was born in 1569 into a family of Venetian Jews who were court musicians to Queen Elizabeth I. At about the age of thirteen, she became mistress to the fifty-six-year-old Lord Hunsdon, Henry VIII's reputed son by Mary Boleyn. As Lord Chamberlain, Hunsdon was in charge of the English theater and would become the patron of the company that performed the Shakespearean plays. Amelia lived with him for a decade, during which time she also had an affair with the playwright Christopher Marlowe. When she became pregnant, Amelia was exiled from court and next surfaces as the mysterious 'dark lady' in Shakespeare's sonnets. At the age of forty-two, she became the first woman to publish a book of original poetry, employing linguistic features resembling the later Shakespearean plays. Amelia died in poverty in 1645. Drawing upon a wealth of documentary evidence, this controversial and provocative book unites Tudor history, feminism, and Shakespeare scholarship to demonstrate that Amelia Bassano was in all the right places and had all the right knowledge, skills, and contacts to have produced the Shakespearean canon.John Hudson is a Shakespeare director. He received a First from the University of Exeter and a graduate degree with merit in Shakespeare and Theatre from the Shakespeare Institute at the University of Birmingham. He teaches advanced and experimental Shakespeare to actors at H. B. Studios, and directs one of the world's most innovative Shakespeare companies, the Dark Lady Players, in New York City.

Ah, the great clash of history versus historical fiction! A best-selling book that toys liberally with the facts of Henry VIII and the two Boleyn sisters gets blown up on the big screen. Is it even more historically inaccurate than the novel? Does it matter? You may be surprised at what we think...