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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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In this episode, Jason tells us about his journey from his working-class background to becoming a celebrated Belfast historian, and surprising stories like the Belfast city cemetery's underground wall and Charlie Chaplin’s Belfast connection. We also... more

In this interview with renowned Tudor art and cultural historian Professor Elizabeth Goldring, we go beyond the famous portraits of Hans Holbein the Younger and into his fascinating life — exploring the man behind the masterpieces.

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As complex figures go, you can’t get much more complex than Sir Thomas More. Was he a Saint? Was he a Sinner? Was he simply a man of his time?

Dr Joanne Paul seeks to answer these questions in her book ‘Thomas More. A Life and Death in Tudor Englan... more

Rogues, scallywags, fraudsters and criminals have all trodden the corridors of the UK Houses of Parliament. In this conversation with Philippa Lacey, Debbie Kilroy discusses the themes of her new book ‘Members Behaving Badly.’

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Jason Burke
Belfast-born historian, tour guide, and writer
Independent historian / Historical Belfast podcast
Episode: Unlocking Belfast's Hidden Stories
Elizabeth Goldring
Historian, author, authority on Tudor art and culture
University of Warwick; author of Holbein and related works
Episode: Holbein and the Tudor Court
Joanne Paul
Historian and author of a balanced, rigorous portrait of Thomas More
Author (Thomas More biography)
Episode: Thomas More was a complex man in complicated times
Debbie Kilroy
Writer and historian, associate fellow of the Royal Historical Society, founder of Get History platform.
Get History
Episode: MPs have been behaving badly for over 400 years!
Dr. Lauren Johnson
Historian, writer and heritage interpreter focused on the 15th and 16th century, particularly women's history.
Episode: Margaret Beaufort - challenging the narrative!
Dr. Chris Laoutaris
Associate Professor at the Shakespeare Institute
University of Birmingham
Episode: THIS is why we know about Shakespeare!
Amy Jeffs
Somerset-based author and artist specializing in Medieval Art and Culture, with a PhD from Corpus Christi College, Cambridge.
Episode: What Forgotten Ballads Reveal About Britain's Past
Tracy Borman OBE
Chief Historian at Historic Royal Palaces and author of The Stolen Crown
Historic Royal Palaces
Episode: The Tudor Succession: A 400 year old lie!
Breeze Barrington
Cultural historian specializing in women's history and creative arts of the 17th century, author of 'The Graces'
Episode: Maria of Modena: Scandal, Faith, and Legacy

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Philippa Lacey
Host of the British History Podcast

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4.0 out of 5 stars from 50 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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    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.

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    sjeq
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Holbein and the Tudor Court
Q: How does Holbein change our understanding of Tudor England and its court?
Holbein provides the visual vocabulary for the Tudor court, showing how portraiture, textiles, and courtly display helped project power, status, and the king's image abroad, while also revealing the personal and political networks that sustained or challenged the royal image.
Holbein and the Tudor Court
Q: Why did you decide to write this biography of Holbein now?
The project emerged from recognizing gaps in modern biographies and from discovering new material in diverse archives, which allowed a reevaluation of Holbein's life and the realization that his English years catalyzed a broader culture of portraiture, collecting, and connoisseurship.
Thomas More was a complex man in complicated times
Q: What are the different ways people encounter him in history and culture?
People may know him as a courtier and Lord Chancellor, a writer of Utopia, a saint, or a persecutor of Protestants; the biography aims to place these facets in a continuous life rather than a one-dimensional portrayal.
Thomas More was a complex man in complicated times
Q: Is he as complex in life as his legacy makes him appear to be?
Yes, he embodies a blend of martyr-like sainthood, harsh enforcement of belief, and scholarly achievement, with each aspect appearing in different sources and contexts. The interview emphasizes that viewing him through a single lens misses the broader picture of a man navigating religious upheaval.
MPs have been behaving badly for over 400 years!
Q: What first sparked the idea for you to tell this story of political misbehaviour through history rather than maybe writing a more conventional history of Parliament or government?
Debbie Kilroy initially looked at the backgrounds of members of Parliament, but while researching, she came across numerous stories of misbehavior that intrigued her and inspired her to expand her study to include four centuries of political history.

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What is British History Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A history-focused interview series that dives into British past with expert guests, covering topics from Tudor politics and monarchies to cultural history and literary milestones. Episodes spotlight nuanced portraits of key figures (often women in power or underrecognized contributors like codebreakers and ballad tradition) and explore how myth, politics, and social change shape historical narratives. Listeners can expect rigorous context from historians and authors, lively debates about interpretation, and insights into primary sources, with a preference for connections between long-ago events and their lasting cultural impact. A notable strength is its ability to illuminate overlooked corners of British history, from the Restoration court... more

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1. Jason Burke
2. Elizabeth Goldring
3. Joanne Paul
4. Debbie Kilroy
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