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Queens, Kings, and Dastardly Things

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The Crown
Princess Diana
Royal Family
Kate Middleton
Princess Margaret
Prince Charles
Queen Elizabeth II
William
VE Day
St Andrews University
The Ritz
Prince Harry
Queen's Diamond Jubilee
London 2012 Olympics
Tony Blair
Dodi Fayed
Prince Philip
Prince William
Carol Middleton
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Queens, Kings, and Dastardly Things looks at the Royal Family - the secrets, the palace intrigues, and the Crown's bloodiest moments. Hosted by Royal Historians Robert Hardman and Professor Kate Williams, this series mixes factual storytelling with debate - and a splash of fun ... like its parlour game to discover the most monstrous royal of all time!

Coming up in its new season: How the Royal Fa... more

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Royals in taxis, Groucho Marx glasses on ski slopes, and a Soviet mole hiding in the Queen’s drawing room — this episode has it all. Listen Now.

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From the Tudors to King Charles III, the royals have always been close to spies. Listen to find out!

Today’s monarchs get discreet MI5 briefings — but back in Elizabeth I’s day, her spymaster Francis Walsingham was inventing the modern secret servic... more

“Off with his head!” may be the most famous royal sentence ever passed — but what happens before the axe falls? Can kings and queens actually be locked up like the rest of us? Listen to find out!

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Trump’s coming to town — welcome to the towers of Windsor Castle. Hope you like ghosts!

Royal biographer Robert Hardman and Prof. Kate Williams whisk us through the protocols of a state visit, Windsor-style: Air Force One → helicopter → the quadrang... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Kate Lister
Writer, journalist, and historian who hosts Betwixt the Sheets
Betwixt the Sheets
Episode: The Sex Life of Queen Victoria
Sam McAlister
Worked on Newsnight, booked Prince Andrew for the interview, and wrote the book that Scoop was based on
Episode: 23: Scoop with Sam McAlister
Gary Goldsmith
Uncle of the Princess of Wales and brother of Carole Middleton
Episode: 9: Hope Street
Rebecca English
The Daily Mail's peerless royal editor
The Daily Mail
Episode: 7: Alma Mater
Petronella Wyatt
Author and journalist, known for her insights into royal affairs
Episode: 3: Dis-Moi Oui
Richard Kay
Royal Correspondent with extensive experience and knowledge of royal stories.
Daily Mail
Episode: 2: Two Photographs

Hosts

Robert Hardman
Royal Biographer and Daily Mail columnist with extensive knowledge on the British Royal Family and its history.
Professor Kate Williams
Eminent royal historian and professor, known for her expertise in royal history and her engaging storytelling style.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 568 ratings
  • Amazing 🤩

    This is such an amazing podcast it is really informative but not boring so it is the perfect mix 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Serenateapot
    United Kingdom16 days ago
  • Please stop talking OVER one another!

    This podcast got off to such a great start. However, in the last few episodes, I have to wonder if the hosts are having audio problems where they can’t hear one another. Robert is constantly talking over Kate, cutting her off, and not allowing her to complete a thought. Kate occasionally does this to Robert, which is why I’m wondering if the hosts can’t hear each other. But it’s mostly Robert cutting off Kate and it’s infuriating! You both have so much that we *want* to hear. You don’t need to s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    June29936
    United States2 months ago
  • Really Enjoy

    Love royal history, so series 3 is right up my street. Hope it comes back for Series 4.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CMC090
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Brilliant.

    The his is just brilliant. Informative, engaging, funny and interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HazzaHbomb
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Very good

    Very good but upload more if possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Show revewer
    United Kingdom4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and knowledgeable discussion surrounding royal history.
A few listeners have expressed concerns about the hosts occasionally interrupting one another, affecting the flow of discussions.
Many enjoy the mix of factual storytelling with light-hearted banter, making the episodes entertaining and informative.
Some listeners have raised flags about historical biases in the hosts' perspectives on certain royals.
There's a general enthusiasm for the hosts' dynamic and their insightful commentary on historical facts.

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#121
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#247
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#152
South Africa/History
Apple Podcasts
#190
New Zealand/History
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#199
Poland/History
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#200
Finland/History

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2: Did Queen Victoria secretly marry her servant?
Q: Did Victoria actually become Mrs Brown?
The overwhelming pressures of society, of her upbringing, her sense of supreme imperial self-importance, all suggest that no, this was not a physical relationship but a strong friendship.
7: Was Anne Boleyn unfaithful?
Q: Were any of the accusations against Anne fair?
Anne had no choice in her marriage with Henry VIII and was an unwitting victim of his ambition. Although she perhaps made some flirtatious comments as queen, she was essentially free of guilt regarding the accusations of infidelity.
8: The Duke of Cumberland and the slit throat mystery!
Q: What comes next in this scandal?
The episode speculates on the ongoing public perceptions and theories surrounding the Duke's potential involvement in Sellis’ death, amidst a backdrop of royal politics and intrigue.
8: The Duke of Cumberland and the slit throat mystery!
Q: What happens next?
The inquest into Joseph Sellis' death quickly labels it as suicide, but conflicting evidence raises doubts about the circumstances and suggests possible foul play.
8: The Duke of Cumberland and the slit throat mystery!
Q: Can you set the scene?
The podcast describes a night in St James' Palace on 31st May 1810, where a blood-curdling scream interrupts the peace, leading to the discovery of a chaotic and bloody scenario involving the Duke of Cumberland.

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A unique blend of history and entertainment, this series explores the intriguing and often scandalous world of the British Royal Family. The hosts engage in lively discussions about significant historical events, unpopular monarchs, and the darker aspects of royal history, often framing their analysis in a fun, game-like format. Episodes include discussions about notorious historical figures and their actions, with humorous yet insightful commentary on how these figures shaped the monarchy's legacy. By mixing factual storytelling with playful banter, the series aims to make royal history approachable and entertaining for a wide audience.

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Queens, Kings, and Dastardly Things launched 2 years ago and published 67 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Sam McAlister
3. Gary Goldsmith
4. Rebecca English
5. Petronella Wyatt
6. Richard Kay

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