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Anne Boleyn
The Stuarts
Elizabeth I
The Hanoverians
Henry VIII
Catherine Howard
Prince William, Duke Of Gloucester
World War II
Edward Jenner
Tudor Dynasty
William Shakespeare
HMS Gloucester
Smallpox
Daylight Saving Time
Peasant's Revolt
Arthur Tudor
Rowden Abbey
Tudor England
Fountains Abbey
Richard I

Join your host, Philippa Lacey, for historian interviews and deep dives into stories, events and people in British History.

You can find Philippa writing about history and travelling historical locations at philippab.substack.com

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It's been long revealed that women worked at Bletchley Park, the top-secret codebreaking British intelligence service Head Quarters during World War II, but up until now it was thought that they were in menial administration roles, or tea makers! Der... more

Dr. Elizabeth Norton joined me to discuss female monarchs throughout history, exploring the challenges they faced, their roles in governance, and the cultural attitudes towards women in power. We talked about the complexities of female rule, the uniq... more

I was joined by Dr Richard Blakemore, Associate Professor of History at the University of Reading and author of 'Enemies of All: The Rise and Fall of the Pirates' at Warwick Words History Festival to talk Pirates!!

I began by asking what actually is... more

Helen Carr, author of 'Sceptred Isle. A new history of the 14th century' | Interview with Philippa

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I'd really appreciate your help in making this show the best... more

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Dr. Elizabeth Norton
Historian specializing in Queens of England and female monarchy
Episode: Women Who Ruled
James Clark
Professor of History at the University of Exeter and author focused on religious and cultural life from the Middle Ages to the Tudor Reformation
University of Exeter
Episode: The Hidden History of Henry VIII's England: Unveiling the Secrets
Nathan Amin
Historian and author
Episode: Richard III had killed her son, of course Elizabeth Woodville had something to fear from him!
Dr. Laura Mackay
Historian and author, contributed to several history documentaries
Academy Travel, Sydney, Australia
Episode: Thomas Boleyn - Villain or Victim?
Gareth Russell
Historian and author of 'Queen James'
Episode: The Witch Hunts of King James: From Skeptic to Believer
Niall Devitt
A researcher and writer specializing in the history of transport.
Episode: Tales from the London Underground
Max Adams
Historian and author of 'The Mercian Chronicles'
Episode: Anglo Saxon Society
Rebecca Phillips
Cathedral Archivist at Gloucester Cathedral
Gloucester Cathedral
Episode: Tudor and Anglo Saxon Treasures at Gloucester Cathedral Archives
Andrea Zuvich
Independent 17th century historian and anthropologist specializing in the house of Stuart.
Episode: The Infamous Mistress of Charles II | Barbara Villiers

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Philippa Lacey Brewell
Host of the series focusing on British history, engaging with historians and themes that illuminate the past.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Princes in the Tower episode Nov. 2023

    Philippa seems very knowledgeable but does needs to convince the listener she knows her subject by not saying ‘umm’ quite so much. Also Coldridge is Devon not Somerset - I have been there, so her information is not always 100% correct. Otherwise a decent agreement against Philippa Langley’s evidence.

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    Historybuff Devon
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Interesting snippets with a lot of white noise

    Philippa is lovely and brings some true history gems to her listeners. But there’s also A LOT of chit chat and digressing, and sometimes it takes aaaaaaages to get to a point. This is simply not meant to be audio only. You’ll get more out of it if you watch the YouTube or instagram version of this. It’s like having a relaxed chat with a giddy friend ☺️

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    3
    Boudicca Iceni
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • First episode

    Be aware, despite the first episode being rated ‘clean’, there are an awful lot of expletives. Recording quality was not great so difficult to make out at some points.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sjeq
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Concerns have been raised about the accuracy of some historical details, calling for more rigorous fact-checking.
There's a sentiment that the podcast can feel very casual, resembling a chat amongst friends rather than a structured historical narrative.
Listeners appreciate the knowledge shared by the host but sometimes find the pacing slow due to extensive digressions.

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Helen Carr on the 14th Century
Q: What do you hope people take from your book?
Carr hopes readers reflect with empathy on the lives of people in the past, understanding their experiences beyond myths and anecdotes.
The Witch Hunts of King James: From Skeptic to Believer
Q: Why did King James have a change of attitude towards witchcraft?
James was initially skeptical but became convinced after interactions with suspects during witch trials, particularly influenced by societal pressures and his own experiences.
Oldest pub? Secret passageways? Spiral staircases oriented for sword fighting? SPOILER, they're not!
Q: What do you think myths and law tell us about ordinary people's lives?
The folklore is important and can reveal something about the communities that tell these stories, reflecting national and local pride.
Tales from the London Underground
Q: How did the Underground serve during the World Wars?
Niall explains how the Underground was used as a shelter during the bombings in both World Wars.
Tales from the London Underground
Q: What were some of the challenges the Underground faced in its initial years?
Niall addresses the difficulties in creating the Underground due to various geopolitical and technological factors.

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2. James Clark
3. Nathan Amin
4. Dr. Laura Mackay
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