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Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.

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On her deathbed, the unmarried "Virgin Queen" Elizabeth I declared that her successor would be King James VI of Scotland. Or at least, that's the story that we've been told. In her new book THE STOLEN CROWN, historian Tracy Borman, Chief Curator of H... more

In the 1960s, there were 36,000 Americans living in the Canal Zone. They had Friday night high school football games, sock hops, and Hollywood movies at the local theater. It looked like a mid-century American town had been dropped into the Panamania... more

Æthelflæd's father was Alfred the Great, King of the Anglo-Saxons, and he married her to the leader of Mercia to seal an alliance. But Æthelflæd's husband would become sickly, and she would become a formidable leader in her own right.

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Why does William the Conqueror get all of the credit when Æthelstan was king of a united England in 927? David Woodman (Professor of History at Cambridge University) joins us to talk about his new book The First King of England.

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Recent Guests

Marissa Lasso
Panamanian historian
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Wendy Tribaldos
Panamanian historian and writer
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Jim Jenkins
Former Balboa High student and participant in the protest
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Joe Bremer
President of the Balboa High School class of 1964
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Rimsky Sucre
Student at Instituto Nacional during the protests
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David Woodman
Professor of History at Cambridge University
Cambridge University
Episode: Æthelstan and a United England (with David Woodman)
Nick Kroll
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Bob Mills
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Peter Weller
Incredible actor, director, historian, and writer
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Host

Dana Schwartz
Host of notable podcasts, with a focus on royalty and historical narratives that emphasize intriguing and lesser-known figures. Known for her engaging storytelling style and strong research background.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20.5k ratings
  • I would love it more with an Ad free option!

    I love this podcast but for the love of a chocolate chip cookie would you PLEASE proved a paid ad-free option???!!! I give up listening for months at a time due to obnoxious ads. :(

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Everybody69420
    Canada6 days ago
  • AI narration?

    This pod mystifies me. Dana Schwartz is a real person with impressive writing credentials and the scripts are good, but the diction in the narration is bizarrely robotic. After awhile I find it unlistenable. There are lots of good voice actors out there, please hire one! Plus the title is….anachronistic. Noble blood? That’s not what made history worth studying. No thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Old and Irrelevant
    Canada8 days ago
  • All caught up

    Look Dana, I discovered this podcast about 4mts ago. I’m all caught up, I’m not good at waiting around.

    You have a solid thing going here, love listening to your take on history. Wish I had discovered it BEFORE my European trip!

    Great knowledge… do your ears a favour l, listen up!❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reginafalingi
    Australia14 days ago
  • Love it!

    I love this podcast and listen to it on long drives. I recommend it to everyone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sandra.joy
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great listening at work and on car rides!

    I think it’s odd when people say this show is unnecessarily political, as if it isn’t literally about governmental figures. Kings and queens wrote laws and started wars, people!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bonnibell Bee
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of research and storytelling prowess, finding the narratives both engaging and educational.
Many listeners express a desire for more episodes focusing on women in history or other unique stories not commonly covered.
Some have criticized pronunciation errors and delivery but emphasize the importance of the content over these issues.
The podcast is celebrated for providing insights into lesser-known historical figures, diversifying the usual royal narratives.

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

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#30
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#21
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Apple Podcasts
#48
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#86
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#53
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#181
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Æthelstan and a United England (with David Woodman)
Q: Do we know if Æthelstan was able to conquer territory diplomatically, or do we assume it was more through military force?
It's likely a mix of both negotiation and military might that allowed Æthelstan to succeed in uniting the kingdoms.
Æthelstan and a United England (with David Woodman)
Q: Why do you think Æthelstan isn't really in the public consciousness very much?
He had poor PR at his court compared to Alfred the Great who had a contemporary biographer. Æthelstan's achievements remained largely unchronicled.
Renaissance Man (with Peter Weller)
Q: Why is that the clear succession after Frederick II ends up in such a turmoil?
His heirs lacked the unique diplomatic talents and education that Frederick II had, leading to a disorganized succession.
Renaissance Man (with Peter Weller)
Q: How would you define Frederick II's legacy, looking at all of those sources and sort of weighing it all together?
Frederick II's legacy is defined by his unique approach to diplomacy and humanism, despite the brutality of his time.
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Q: What was so fascinating for me is that any act of creation, any book you write or film you make, it is such a deeply personal act.
Creating under duress is a strange and foreign concept for most artists.

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The episodes primarily explore the intricate lives of historical royals and significant figures, intertwining tales of power, tragedy, and intrigue. They examine a diverse range of subjects, from notorious royal scandals to lesser-known yet impactful individuals like Margaret Cavendish, offering listeners a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding authority and consequence throughout history. With captivating narratives that often challenge societal norms and recognition, the content uniquely emphasizes historical narratives through a critical lens focused on gender dynamics, societal perceptions, and human frailties.

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