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The Royal Studies Podcast

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Royal Studies
Monarchy
Polish Queens
Queenship
Mary, Queen Of Scots
Women In Power
Henry VIII
Royal Studies Journal
Aristocracy
Women In History
Marie Antoinette
Cleopatra
Queen Charlotte
Historic Royal Palaces
James VI and I
Scottish History
Bona Sforza
Sofia Of Halshaly
Elizabeth Of Austria
Dynastic Politics

This podcast is connected to the Royal Studies Network and the Royal Studies Journal and covers topics related to monarchical history as well as featuring new research and publications in the field of royal studies. Join us for interviews, roundtable discussions and more covering all things royal studies and highlighting the latest and greatest in the field!

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In this episode, host Susannah Lyon-Whaley inteviews Lauren Working on her new book, A Golden World, which is released this month (June 2026). A Golden World illuminates how the Americas became a visible and material presence in English culture, thro... more

In this episode, host Ellie Woodacre interviews Heidi Dawson-Hobbis on her work on the mortuary chests at Winchester Cathedral. We discuss the history of the mortuary chests, the challenges of identifying which bones belonged to and the only woman wh... more

In this episode, host Megan Barber interviews Alfred Hawkins, curator at Historic Royal Palaces on his work at the Tower of London. The interview explores the many faceted role of the Tower as a palace, fortress and prison, its rich history and what ... more

We are joined by Dr. Elizabeth Eltze to discuss the reign of Amannote-erike, ancient King of Kush. Elizabeth is an early career researcher in ancient northeast African studies – primarily Nubiology. Originally from South Africa, she moved to Auckland... more

In this episode, host Dr Ellie Woodacre interviews Matthieu Mensch on his book Marie-Thérèse Charlotte of France: Daughter of Marie-Antoinette and Almost Queen, which will be published in May 2026 in Routledge's Lives of Royal Women series. We discus... more

In this episode, the second of our Marie Antoinette related trio, host Dr Ellie Woodacre interviews Tia Caswell on her comparative study of Marie Antoinette and Queen Victoria. We discuss the rationale for bringing these two queens together and what ... more

In this episode, host Ellie Woodacre interviews Dr Sarah Grant, lead curator for the V&A's incredibly popular 'Marie Antoinette Style' exhibition. We'll discuss the exhibition, the inspiration behind it and what it tells us about Marie Antoinette and... more

In this episode, host Victoria Barlow interviews Dr Brooke Newman about her recent book The Crown's Silence: The Hidden History of the British Monarchy and Slavery in the Americas. A story hereto relatively unknown to the public (though largely accep... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Heidi Dawson-Hobbis
Senior lecturer in Biological Anthropology
University of Winchester
Episode: Interview with Heidi Dawson-Hobbis: Royal Mortuary Chests
Alfred Hawkins
Historian, buildings archaeologist, curator and broadcaster with a decade of experience in heritage and museum sectors
Historian, Tower of London curator and broadcaster
Episode: Interview with Alfred Hawkins: Historic Royal Palaces
Elizabeth Eltze
Early career researcher in ancient Northeast African studies
Auckland University of Technology
Episode: Interview with Elizabeth Eltze on Amannote-erike, ancient King of Kush
Matthieu Mensch
Author and historian focused on queenship and court studies
University of Strasbourg; ARCHE Laboratory
Episode: Interview with Matthieu Mensch on Marie-Thérèse Charlotte
Tia Caswell
Scholar researching queenship and royal representation
University of Nottingham
Episode: Interview with Tia Caswell: Marie Antoinette and Queen Victoria
Dr. Sarah Grant
Senior Curator in the Department of Art, Architecture, Photography and Design at the V&A
Victoria and Albert Museum
Episode: Interview with Sarah Grant: Marie Antoinette Style Exhibition
Brooke Newman
Associate professor at Virginia Commonwealth University; historical researcher on monarchy and slavery
Virginia Commonwealth University
Episode: Interview with Brooke Newman: Monarchy and Slavery
Miranda Johnson
Historian of colonialism and decolonization
University of Oxford press mentioned in bio
Episode: Interview with Miranda Johnson on Chiefly Women
Lionel Arsac
Curator of sculptures at the Palace of Versailles, head of preventative conservation
Palace of Versailles
Episode: Le Grand Dauphin (1661-1711) Exhibition

Hosts

Megan Barber
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Susanna Lyon-Wayley
Host of The Royal Studies Podcast
Elie
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Dr. Ellie Woodacre
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Victoria Barlow
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Interview with Peter Stiffell
Q: What new work can we look forward to from you?
I'm continuing to develop Mary I's imagery and iconography, including a forthcoming article on her pregnancies and a project to expand the understanding of her public and private representations beyond the familiar narratives.
Interview with Peter Stiffell
Q: You've made a really exciting historical discovery. Can you tell us a little bit more about it?
The piece is Mary II's signet stamp, an intimate artifact that survived against the odds and offers unique insight into private correspondence of the monarch, sparking broader discussion about Mary II's role and image.
Interview with the organizers of Kings & Queens 15
Q: What are the plans to attract a broader scholarly audience beyond medievalists?
The organizers emphasize thematic openness in the call for papers, encourage interdisciplinary contributions, and welcome PhD candidates, aiming to broaden participation from art historians, archaeologists, political scientists, and other fields.
Interview with the organizers of Kings & Queens 15
Q: How will the excursion to Konopiště Castle enhance understanding of dynastic peril?
The excursion provides a contextual deep-dive into the personal side of dynastic crises, illustrating how individual choices, marriages, and exile can disrupt dynastic order and have lasting political consequences, such as the Habsburg crisis and Sarajevo events.
Interview with the organizers of Kings & Queens 15
Q: What was the inspiration behind your chosen theme?
The dynasties and monarchies were consistently threatened by succession crises and unexpected events, and choosing 2026 as a symbolic anchor tied the anniversary years to meaningful historical turning points, guiding the conference's focus on peril and resilience.

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Listeners are likely drawn to rigorous, scholar-led conversations about monarchy, royal history, and related art, cultural heritage, and colonial legacies. Episodes frequently pair historians, curators, and researchers with in-depth explorations of topics like royal women, diplomacy, court economies, and monumental exhibitions. The show often centers on how institutions preserve and present layered histories, the interplay between public memory and scholarly interpretation, and the ways royal narratives intersect with contemporary culture. A notable strength is the blend of archival research, museum practice, and public-facing storytelling, plus a steady stream of long-form interviews and roundtables with leading scholars and practitioners.... more

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4. Matthieu Mensch
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