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Talking Tudors

Natalie Grueninger
Tudor Dynasty
Anne Boleyn
Elizabeth I
Tudor Court
Henry VIII
Holbein
The Salter
Tudor England
Marguerite De Navarre
Catherine Parr
Catherine Carey
Wars Of the Roses
Robert Dudley
French Evangelical Literature
Thomas More
Royal Collection
George Boleyn
Reformation
Bethan Watts
Daily Life

Established in 2018, Talking Tudors is one of the longest-running and most popular independent interview podcasts about the Tudor era. It boasts an international listenership and has been downloaded in excess of 4 million times. In each episode, creator and host Natalie Grueninger speaks with esteemed historians and other experts about a wide range of subjects associated with Tudor England. Listen... more

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Host Natalie Grueninger interviews Dr James Freeman about the Curious Cures exhibition at Cambridge University Library, exploring medieval and early Tudor medical manuscripts, household remedies and charms, and how knowledge moved from ancient texts ... more

Host Natalie Grueninger welcomes Ellie Webster to Talking Tudors to explore the life of Mary Shelton: her noble family ties, role at Anne Boleyn’s court, and a brief affair with Henry VIII. The episode focuses on Shelton’s poems and annotations in th... more

Host Natalie Grueninger welcomes historian Dr Elizabeth Norton to discuss her new book, 'Women Who Ruled the World', a global history of reigning queens and female heads of state across 5,000 years.

The episode explains the difference between queens... more

Join Natalie Grueninger and Professor Tracy Borman as they explore the dramatic final days of Elizabeth I, the discovery that William Camden’s account was altered to favour James I, and the many rival claimants who might have inherited the Tudor crow... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. James Freeman
Medieval Manuscripts Specialist at Cambridge University Library
Cambridge University Library
Episode: Episode 315 - Curious Cures: Medicine in the Medieval World with Dr James Freeman
Ellie Webster
A 20-year-old student studying history at Durham University and author on Tudor history
Durham University
Episode: Episode 314 - Mistress, Manuscript, & Scandal: The Life of Mary Shelton
Elizabeth Norton
London-based historian specializing in the Queens of England and the Tudor period.
Episode: Episode 313 - Reigning Queens with Dr Elizabeth Norton
Professor Tracy Borman
Historian and author, Chief Historian at Historic Royal Palaces, and Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust.
Historic Royal Palaces
Episode: Episode 312 - The Stolen Crown & Death of the Tudor Dynasty with Professor Tracy Borman
Roberto Prieto-Labrador
Senior historic buildings consultant and architectural historian specializing in the domestic architecture of early modern England
Episode: Episode 311 - The Homes of the Middling Sort with Roberto Prieto-Labrador
Kate McCaffrey
Castle Historian and Assistant Curator at Hever Castle, PhD researcher
Hever Castle
Episode: Episode 310 - William Carey: Unveiling a Rare Tudor Portrait with Kate McCaffrey
Helene Harrison
Historian and author
Pen and Sword
Episode: Episode 309 - Anne Boleyn Through the Centuries with Helene Harrison
Georgie Anderson
PhD researcher at the Center for Medieval and Early Modern Studies at the University of Kent.
University of Kent
Episode: Episode 308 - Rethinking Race in Medieval Europe with Georgie Anderson
Rebecca Batley
Historian and archaeologist with a focus on women's history
Episode: Episode 307 - Edward Seymour and his Wives with Rebecca Batley

Host

Natalie Grueninger
Host of the podcast, known for engaging interviews with historians and experts, showcasing a passion for Tudor history.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • TudorFan

    Love this! Where else can one get all the Henry XIII gossip, palace intrigue and information that is amazingly still relevant today?! Natalie brings together a wealth of knowledge, interesting guests and always, enthusiasm. Anne Boleyn would listen if she could!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nancy Tudor
    United Statesa month ago
  • FANTASTIC PODCAST

    Thank you for perhaps the most engaging, insightful, interesting, intelligent and fascinating history podcast ever. The host is brilliant !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LONG HAUL INVESTOR
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Love the podcast! Always informative and Natalie makes history enjoyable and accessible. Highly recommended ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CazDaly
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Totally Excellent

    Totally excellent Presenter and guests. All knowing their subject so well and full of enthusiasm. Each episode is so interesting and so enjoyable. I think this is one of the best Podcasts available.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liljas
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Deeply offended

    I love history and am always looking to add tidbits to my knowledge . What I never expected was that your channel would disrespect my country’s leader by comparing him to Henry VIII. True, she never mentioned names but she spoke of the courage of Cromwell to call people out yet she hid behind her vaguely worded accusations and she either underestimates her audience or she is deeply disrespectful . She could have left her worthless opinions to herself and stuck with history. She has no idea wha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Artcheologist
    United States3 months ago

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The show is noted for its engaging discussions that make history accessible and relevant.
There are mixed feelings regarding political commentary within historical contexts, with some praising insightful connections and others feeling discomfort over specific comparisons.
Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge and enthusiasm of the host and guests.
Overall, reviews highlight a welcoming atmosphere that fosters a love for Tudor history.

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#143
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#79
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 314 - Mistress, Manuscript, & Scandal: The Life of Mary Shelton
Q: How would you like Mary Shelton to be remembered today?
Ellie describes her as a trailblazer and socially aware figure, crucial for preserving Tudor women's stories.
Episode 314 - Mistress, Manuscript, & Scandal: The Life of Mary Shelton
Q: What sparked your interest in Mary Shelton?
Ellie explains her fascination with the Devonshire Manuscript and its intimate details about women's lives during the Tudor period.
Episode 313 - Reigning Queens with Dr Elizabeth Norton
Q: Why do you think Elizabeth I was so successful?
Her success stemmed from not having any male relatives that could pose a threat and her ability to embed herself as an exceptional monarch in a patriarchal society.
Episode 308 - Rethinking Race in Medieval Europe with Georgie Anderson
Q: What are some of the biggest misconceptions you've encountered regarding race in the Medieval period?
Many people assume that race solely relates to skin color, while it encompasses various factors including religion and social status.
Episode 308 - Rethinking Race in Medieval Europe with Georgie Anderson
Q: How does this race approach in some of these chivalric texts challenge our modern conceptions?
It challenges the notion that the Medieval Ages were racially homogenous and reveals that characters of color existed and played significant roles in the literature.

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Focusing on the Tudor era, this podcast offers in-depth discussions with seasoned historians and other experts, covering a diverse range of topics associated with Tudor England. Each episode features unique insights into notable figures, events, and cultural aspects of the period, often highlighting lesser-known narratives alongside well-trodden stories. A particularly appealing aspect of this show is its commitment to exploring social themes, including women's roles in the Tudor period, the evolution of historical perceptions, and current reinterpretations of historical figures in media. The conversational style of the host encourages engaging interactions, making the history both accessible and educational for its audience.

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Recent guests on Talking Tudors include:

1. Dr. James Freeman
2. Ellie Webster
3. Elizabeth Norton
4. Professor Tracy Borman
5. Roberto Prieto-Labrador
6. Kate McCaffrey
7. Helene Harrison
8. Georgie Anderson

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