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Not Just the Tudors

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Henry VIII
Renaissance
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Elizabeth I
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English Civil War
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Shakespeare
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Charles I
Parliament
Thomas More

Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks about everything from the Aztecs to witches, Velázquez to Shakespeare, Mughal India to the Mayflower. Not, in other words, just the Tudors, but most definitely also the Tudors.

Each episode Suzannah is joined by historians and experts to reveal incredible stories about one of the most fascinating periods in history, new releases every Wednesday and Sunday.

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How did a teenage rebel become Scotland’s king, and rule a realm riven by feuds and shifting loyalties? James IV balanced chivalry, diplomacy, and danger, yet led his country to catastrophe.

Professor Suzannah Lipscomb and Prof. Michael Brown explor... more

**Warning: Contains graphic description of the mutilation of corpses**

In April 1617, Concino Concini, Marshal of France, was shot dead as he entered the Louvre. But his murder was only the beginning of a terrifying chain of events.

How did the ass... more

What did it mean to be English when merchants, sailors, captives, diplomats, and migrants were constantly crossing borders?

Pirates, a Kentish man becoming a Samurai and a king on the warpath; Professor Suzannah Lipscomb and Professor Nandini Das tr... more

How did Sir Christopher Hatton became one of Elizabeth I’s favourites?  How true were the rumours that they were lovers?

After catching the Queen's eye in 1561, Hatton was quickly promoted to the Privy Council, making a significant impact on Elizabe... more

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Nandini Das
Professor
Episode: The Tudors Abroad
Neil Younger
Senior Lecturer in Early Modern History, Open University
Open University
Episode: Royal Favourites: Hatton, Elizabeth I's Favourite
Ophelia Field
Historian, author of The Favorite, Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough
University of Buckingham
Episode: Royal Favourites: Queen Anne & Sarah, Duchess of Marlborough
Abby Zanger
Academic and author of Scenes from the Marriage of Louis XIV, Nuctural Fictions and the Making of Absolutist Power
Harvard and Yale (former appointments)
Episode: Louis XIV: Sun King and Propagandist
Lucy Hughes-Hallett
Writer and historian discussing The Scapegoat, The Brilliant Brief Life of the Duke of Buckingham
Author/historian
Episode: Royal Favourites: James I and George Villiers
Maddie Pelling
Author of Hoax, Truth and Lies in the Age of Enlightenment; co-host of After Dark
History Hit / Author
Episode: Hoaxes and Lies in the Enlightenment
Dr Owen Emmerson
Assistant Curator at Hever Castle, historical consultant
Hever Castle
Episode: Anne Boleyn at Hever Castle
Barbara Stollberg-Rilinger
Professor of Early Modern History, University of Münster; author of Maria Theresa, the Habsburg Empress in Her Time
University of Münster
Episode: Maria Theresa, Habsburg Empress
Lubaaba Al-Azami
Lecturer in English at Queen Mary University of London; author of Travelers in the Golden Realm
Queen Mary University of London
Episode: Elizabethans in India

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Suzannah Lipscomb
Host of Not Just the Tudors

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 8.1k ratings
  • Layered listen, brilliant

    Thank you for such an engaging and informative discussion on such a variety of subjects. Enjoy being introduced to so many subjects and people

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @samypaden
    United States20 days ago
  • Early Modern Military Revolution

    Please do a mini series on the European military revolution during the early modern period. Looking at the Battles of Pavia, Nieuwpoort and breitenfeld.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aerskine23
    Canada21 days ago
  • Good podcast.

    Mostly a great podcast. Immense range and scope. Sometimes the Wokery and the re-framing of everything this biaised lens can be most irritating though.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jethdamoo
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Pinch Me, I must Be Dreaming

    Dr. Susannah AND Dr. Maddy together in the same episode!? I was having a bad day until now. Two fabulous historians talking about a most intriguing subject. I’m so pleased Dr Maddy is here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Minni Apple
    Canadaa month ago
  • Favourite

    I could listen to Suzanna all day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    printedvintage
    Canada2 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for its engaging interviews and high production quality.
Some listeners note occasional perceived bias or accent preferences in guests.
Many want shorter runs or mini-series on specific topics like military history.

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Apple Podcasts
#34
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Spotify
#19
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#207
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#14
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#28
Canada/History
Spotify
#34
Australia/History

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The Tudors Abroad
Q: Can you tell me about Rodrigo Lopes and what his downfall tells us about belonging and acceptance in Elizabethan England?
Lopes is presented as the 'good immigrant' whose fluency, usefulness, and multilingualism momentarily secure his standing, but political crisis leads to his accusation of treason, illustrating how acceptance is conditional and identity can be weaponized during times of threat.
The Tudors Abroad
Q: Talk me through this, how does this contradiction work and how does this history create ideas of Englishness and later Britishness?
Das explains that Englishness emerges from a tension between isolation and entanglement; as England encounters others, it redefines what it means to belong, with language, trade, and law all playing roles in shaping a more inclusive yet contested national identity.
Royal Favourites: Hatton, Elizabeth I's Favourite
Q: What was Hatton's stance on religion and how did it affect policy at the time?
He likely leaned Catholic-sympathetic but pursued a pragmatic policy that supported a Protestant regime, balancing church conformity with protections for Catholics where possible, and using that stance to align conservative ministers with the Queen's broader strategy.
Royal Favourites: Hatton, Elizabeth I's Favourite
Q: How did Hatton come to be one of Elizabeth I's favourites and how did that translate into political influence?
Hatton's ascent was driven by his personal rapport with Elizabeth, his early courtly skills, and his ability to manage tasks that connected governance with the Queen's preferences, allowing him to act as a trusted intermediary between the Queen and other ministers.
Louis XIV: Sun King and Propagandist
Q: How did the wedding to Maria Theresa influence the monarchy's propaganda and illusions of dynastic legitimacy?
The marriage merged two houses, was celebrated through abundant pamphlets, image manipulation, and staged ceremonies, and underscored the ways in which appearance and ritual could legitimize political aims and broaden royal reach.

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The show centers on deep-dive conversations with historians and subject-matter experts about a broad swath of early modern and world history, ranging from Tudor England to empires, exploration, science, and culture. Episodes frequently explore how power, gender, propaganda, and religion shaped historical narratives, using archival evidence, literary sources, and vivid storytelling to illuminate lesser-known angles on well-trodden periods. A standout aspect is the rigorous scholarly approach combined with accessible storytelling, often featuring guest scholars who specialize in niche topics and offer fresh perspectives on familiar events. The format tends to combine biographical, political, and cultural threads to reveal how history continue... more

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