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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast

Historic Royal Palaces
Henry VIII
Anne Boleyn
Hampton Court Palace
Historic Royal Palaces
Christmas
Tudor Queens
Elizabeth I
Jane Seymour
Father Christmas
Royal Palaces
Hampton Court
Katherine Parr
Gardening
Catherine Of Aragon
Thomas Cromwell
Catherine Howard
Mince Pies
Christmas Tradition
Six Tudor Queens
Tudor Court

Historic Royal Palaces are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. This fortnightly podcast brings you the history and stories of those palaces. You'll hear from our experts and the people who bring our palaces to life, as we create space to explore how history moves us, telling stories about the monarchs you know, and uncovering the lives and histo... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes189Founded10 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Hampton Court is a palace of two halves and countless stories. But which side is best? The Tudor half displays all the court intrigue of the dynasty it's named for, and yet the Baroque side is no less dramatic, holding the stories of the Restoration,... more

Mary of Modena and Mary II are two Queens whose lives have been lost in the story of the 'Glorious Revolution'. Yet they were fundamental to the machinations of the turbulent late 1600s, where heightened religious tension made for dangerous politics ... more

Margaret Beaufort was a leading figure in the tumultuous Wars of the Roses and would go on to become the matriarch of the Tudor Dynasty.

Mother to Henry VII and a key player in bringing the Tudors to the throne, was Margaret a manipulative schemer... more

On the 1st of Janurary, 1604, Hampton Court Palace hosted a performance by William Shakespeare's acting troupe, The King's Men. They were booked to perform for the new King of England, James VI of Scotland, and one of the plays that they chose was 'A... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Joanna Laynesmith
Medieval historian with expertise in queenship and noble women in medieval Britain.
Episode: Margaret Beaufort – Matriarch of the Tudors
Lauren Johnson
Historian, writer, and heritage interpreter.
Author of 'Margaret Beaufort: Survivor, Rebel, Kingmaker.'
Episode: Margaret Beaufort – Matriarch of the Tudors
Dr. Will Tosh
Director of Education at Shakespeare's Globe and author of 'Straight Acting: The Many Queer Lives of William Shakespeare'
Shakespeare's Globe
Episode: William Shakespeare - Playwright to The King
Sarah Gristwood
Historian, author, broadcaster, and biographer of Arbella Stuart
Episode: Arbella Stuart - Elizabeth I's Forgotten Heir
Dr. Alex Hildred
Head of Research and Curator of Ordnance and Human Remains at the Mary Rose Museum
Mary Rose Museum
Episode: Henry VIII's Warship – The Mary Rose
Zack Pinsent
Bespoke period tailor with a strong social media presence
Pinsent Tailoring
Episode: Dress Codes of Historic Court Fashion
Ellis Huddart
PhD researcher focusing on British Royal Yachts
Historic Royal Palaces
Episode: New Research with Lucy Worsley - Floating Palaces: Royal Yachts
Gabby Fields
PhD student studying Queen Victoria's reading habits
Historic Royal Palaces
Episode: New Research with Lucy Worsley - Queen Victoria's Library
Dr. Holly Marsden
Researcher with a focus on Queen Mary II and her reign
Historic Royal Palaces
Episode: New Research with Lucy Worsley – The Multiple Identities of Mary II

Host

Tracy Borman
Chief Historian, appears across episodes as host and content driver; frequently presents series and engages with expert guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Royal Palaces

    Love this fascinating information!! Thank you. Great podcast. Wish I knew about it before I went to London!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bethanne4
    United States2 months ago
  • love it

    i’ve never listened to a podcast that gives you such a good sense of place. i love that there’s the little sounds of people walking through the castle - the steps, the opening of a door, the flipping of a book. the guests are great and the host(s) do/does a good job. overall a new favorite history podcast of mine. particularly fond of the six tudor queens series.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    val the llama
    United States3 months ago
  • Future Episodes

    Loved the series on the stolen crown and especially Arabella Stuart. Love hearing about the less talked about players in the Tudor-Stuart reigns. Would love to learn more about Eleanor Clifford and her daughter Margaret.

    Another idea could be the heirs overlooked that brought George I to the throne. Who were some of the Catholics in line besides James II son that were pushed aside for a non-English born Protestant ruler?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    So Cal Historian
    United States4 months ago
  • Well researched and really interesting shows

    Incredible podcast. I have loved learning from the academics on the show and it has brought the history alive. I have loved the series on The Wars of the Roses! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Threegreenpeas
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • The most recent example was in February

    Tyiooooo this one got my

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sufishuhu
    Switzerlanda year ago

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There is strong interest in lesser-known figures and moments in royal history, as well as improvements like more descriptive details of historic spaces.
Audience enjoys the variety of topics—from Wars of the Roses to Elizabethan succession and architectural stories.
Many reviews highlight the host's engaging delivery and the depth of scholarship without feeling dry.
The show is praised for its credible experts and well-researched episodes that bring royal history to life.
Listeners appreciate the sense of place created by on-site sounds and the vivid, accessible storytelling.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#197
United States/History
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#62
United Kingdom/History
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#166
Canada/History
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#51
Italy/History
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#107
Australia/History
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#69
Singapore/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What Did the Tudors Eat for Christmas?
Q: What are some of the common foods served during the Christmas period?
Common foods included various roasted meats, game birds for the wealthy, and salted meats that were prepared in advance for the festive season.
What Did the Tudors Eat for Christmas?
Q: Can you give an overview of what this time of year looked like at court in the Royal Household?
Christmas at court was marked by religious observance, charity, festive decorations, and extravagant feasting, similar to modern-day celebrations but deeply rooted in faith.
LGBTQ+ History – Queer Possibilities at Our Palaces
Q: How can these histories relate to us today?
The way we think about gender and sexuality now is not the way we've always thought about them, meaning it doesn't need to always be the way we think about them.
LGBTQ+ History – Queer Possibilities at Our Palaces
Q: Holly, for our listeners who may be less familiar with the term queer history, can you just explain to us what it means and why it's an important area of history to examine?
Queer has been reclaimed by LGBTQIA plus people to acknowledge a wide range of identities and practices that could be in flux or undefined, relating to sex, sexuality and gender.
Henry VIII's Warship – The Mary Rose
Q: What exactly did the Mary Rose mean to Henry? We call it his favorite warship. And I understand he attempted to retrieve it?
Alex discusses the attempts to raise the Mary Rose and the significance of its recovery efforts after its sinking.

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A history-focused series that brings palace histories to life through expert interviews, on-site storytelling, and deep dives into royal narratives. Episodes commonly explore monarchies, court life, architectural secrets, and archaeological finds, often tying larger political or cultural shifts to individual lives—from Tudor intrigues to the Glorious Revolution and beyond. Listeners can expect richly detailed context, archival insights, and lively discussions that connect grand historical events with everyday life in historic spaces. The show frequently features curators, historians, and researchers who accompany audiences through places like Hampton Court and the Tower of London, offering fresh angles on familiar figures and lesser-known e... more

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1. Talking Tudors
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3. The Tudor Chest Podcast
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1. Dr. Joanna Laynesmith
2. Lauren Johnson
3. Dr. Will Tosh
4. Sarah Gristwood
5. Dr. Alex Hildred
6. Zack Pinsent
7. Ellis Huddart
8. Gabby Fields

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