
Renaissance England was a bustling and exciting place...new religion! break with rome! wars with Scotland! And France! And Spain! The birth of the modern world! In this weekly podcast I'll explore one aspect of life in 16th century England that will give you a deeper understanding of this most exciting time.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 636 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

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A skilled craftsman in early Tudor London earned sixpence for a day's work. I've been staring at t... more
I just watched Nolan's Odyssey and went down a rabbit hole: did the Tudors even know this story? Turns out, not the way you'd think.
For most of the dynasty, England's version of the Trojan War came from a completely different, largely invented medi... more
I got on a Zoom call with two Blue Badge guides from Context Travel, and by the end of it I had a list of about a dozen places in London I've never been and now desperately need to see.
Sean spent almost 30 years in financial services before decidin... more
So I recently went to England to sleep in historic places. This is the first episode of a mini series I'm calling Heather Stays in Olde Inns, because England is full of medieval places to stay, and I wanted to stay in them. First stop: The Mermaid I... more
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I love this podcast I’m obsessed with the tudors have been since school (which was 45 years ago lol) so I love anything Tudor related - what I love most about this podcast is the research: particularly into the people who worked behind the scenes ; my favourite ones are the “What if” episodes I find them fascinating and lastly I love how Heather pulls everything together on podcast and she’s so easy to listen too!
I stumbled across this podcast a couple of years ago. I am still addicted.
Fantastic, informative show!
I am a direct descendant of the Vaux family through my maternal family. Catherine Parr also comes up via our Ancestry forum.
So exciting!
I adore history… Also it was great to see a Pannezzone
from Piedmont being there, as centuries later, my own mother married a man from Lombardy…my papa!
Richard Topcliffe
I’ve listened to podcasts since they first came out. Anytime there is more than 1 speaker (eg a show host & a show guest) it’s always risky due to banter & interpersonal dynamics. Heather is the main speaker with an occasional guest. Always Heather is on topic & always the history is presented in a context that is relatable. I ordered the 2026 planner & can’t wait to see it. Her level of professionalism exceeds other podcasts & I for one greatly appreciate Heather staying on topic & presenting s... more
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A history-focused show exploring Tudor England through well-researched storytelling, expert interviews, and narrative what-ifs. Episodes mix deep dives on monarchs, institutions, art, and social policy with accessible context and occasional cross-promotions for related events. Noteworthy is the host's strong storytelling approach, a preference for primary-source framing, and a steady stream of guest historians and researchers that deepen the period's nuance. Potential listeners include history buffs who enjoy detailed context, Tudor-era enthusiasts, and those curious about how politics, culture, and daily life intersect in 16th-century England.
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