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Mongolian Empire
French Revolution
Marco Polo
Kublai Khan
Genghis Khan
Isabelle Of Angoulême
Napoleon Bonaparte
Josephine Bonaparte
Rashid Al-Din
France
John Dee
Persia
Kazakhstan
China
Charlotte Corday
King John
King Louis IX
Angoulême
Venice

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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In 2000, weeks before the Academy Awards ceremony, 55 Oscars vanished during shipment to Los Angeles. The disappearance triggered a frantic search. Then, in a twist worthy of a movie plot, a man digging through a grocery store dumpster stumbled on do... more

When Heinrich VI, King of Germany, called a gathering of noblemen to deal with a property dispute, he couldn't have predicted how tragic—and disgusting—the meeting would turn out to be.

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Veronica Buckley, author of the new book SEVEN SISTERS, joins us to discuss the daughters of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria, who remade Europe with their marriages.

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Though Queen Elizabeth II's daughter, Princess Anne, competed in the Olympics, the first princess to do so beat her to it by more than a thousand years.

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Recent Guests

Veronica Buckley
Author of Seven Sisters, Captives and Rebels in Revolutionary Europe's First Family
Author, Seven Sisters
Episode: Daughters of the Empress (with Veronica Buckley)
Elizabeth Swaney
An Olympic athlete who competed in freestyle skiing and has a unique journey to the Winter Games.
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Brendan Newby
A friend and fellow athlete in freestyle skiing who competed in two Winter Olympics representing Ireland.
Episode: Very Special Episodes: How to Make the Olympics (Without Supernatural Athletic Ability)
Matt Kaplan
Science correspondent at The Economist, author of I Told You So
The Economist
Episode: Maria Theresa's Medical Legacy (with Matt Kaplan)
Carla Kaplan
Historian, writer, and professor
Episode: The Mitford Communist (With Carla Kaplan)
Dr. Bonnie Dunbar
Aerospace engineering professor and former NASA astronaut
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Jeff Jarvis
Rookie columnist at the San Francisco Examiner
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Dana Schwartz
American journalist, screenwriter, and author of five books, including the Gothic romance novel Immortality, a love story.
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Grew up in Belarus, part of the last generation who could remember life in the USSR before its collapse.
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Host

Dana Schwartz
Author and host, known for exploring the intricacies of royal histories and blending storytelling with rigorous research.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20.6k ratings
  • Interesting

    I’ve really enjoyed the show. It seems like a lot of research has been done & the hosts voice is unique. However, the people’s princess episode wasn’t exactly accurate as Diana was a Spencer- a definite Royal. That’s why she lived with her father during any parental separation. And recall, divorce in that time still was quite not the “norm”. Exactly why the princess herself had a horrible life in the end. So where I feel a lot of research has been done, that one show gives you the impression tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KeepOnRock
    United States22 days ago
  • Makes my day!

    I can’t believe I just heard of this podcast- what a wonderful treat to listen to. Well written, interesting, and with a fantastic host. More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fireskirt
    United States23 days ago
  • No more very special episodes

    Great podcast, very informative and easy to listen to. Would love it if they stopped uploading very special episodes though. If I wanted to subscribe to that show, I would have

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Pancakes675
    United States24 days ago
  • Host’s voice is intolerable

    I gave this a try but honestly found the host’s voice to be so grating I just could not get through more than a few minutes. Like nails on a chalkboard. The relentless self-promotion was also a major turn-off. Will not be adding this to my history podcast rotation.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nerdyhistorygal
    United Statesa month ago
  • I love this podcast. I think Dana does an excellent job speaking, and she has a very listenable voice. Some of the episodes are about topics and people I know a lot about, and those are well-researched and substantiated, so I think they probably all are.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Litlover
    2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the thorough research and the engaging storytelling style.
Some feedback notes a discomfort with the host's voice or the perceived self-promotion.
Overall, the podcast is considered a top choice for history enthusiasts, particularly regarding royal themes.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#29
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Apple Podcasts
#31
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#46
Canada/History
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#103
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#57
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#204
Philippines/Top Podcasts

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Daughters of the Empress (with Veronica Buckley)
Q: How did you choose how to refer to these women given they all share Maria at the beginning of their names?
Buckley explains they used the German forms and sometimes Michelly avoided repeating Maria to prevent confusion, instead using nicknames or the distinct parts of their names to distinguish each sister in documents and letters.
Maria Theresa's Medical Legacy (with Matt Kaplan)
Q: Where can the good people find you if they want to follow you?
They can find me on the Macmillan page of St. Martin's Press.
Maria Theresa's Medical Legacy (with Matt Kaplan)
Q: What was in the antiseptic hand wash that Semmelweis came up with?
Semmelweis used a mild chlorine solution to eliminate odor and bacteria that lead to infections after childbirth.
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.

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The content focuses on the intriguing lives of historical figures, primarily royals, delving into their personal stories, political maneuvers, and the consequences of their actions. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, such as the lives of influential monarchs, the dynamics of power during turbulent historical periods, and the intersection of personal ambition with societal expectations. Unique narratives surrounding lesser-known royals, alongside well-documented legends, contribute to a rich tapestry of history where the stakes often involve life or death. The storytelling style merges dramatic visuals with in-depth research, making it an engaging listen for those interested in both history and human behavior.

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