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Charlie Higson
British Empire
Slavery
George IV
Queen Victoria
Edward VIII
African History
Edward VII
First World War
Seven Years' War
Abolitionist Movement
British Monarchy
Industrial Revolution
Racism
Blackamoore
Regency Era
George V
Royal Abdication
British Royal Family
Henry Anthony Jettow
Tudor England

Charlie Higson's History of the Monarchy.

In each new weekly episode, Charlie and his friendly experts....(ie REAL historians)...learn all about one of our Kings or Queens and ask searching questions like:

Were they any good?

What did they actually do?

Why did so many die from an exploding stomach?

It's the story of families at war....literally!

New episodes every Friday.

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Willy Willy Harry Stee, Harry Dick John Harry Three, One Two Three Neds, Richard Two, Henry's Four Five Six.........then who? Edward Four Five...Dick The Bad, Harry's Twain.......

Yes, we usher in Henry VIII.

He ate a lot. He spent a lot. He marrie... more

Willy Willy Harry Stee, Harry Dick John Harry Three, One Two Three Neds, Richard Two, Henry's Four Five Six.........then who? Edward Four Five...Dick The Bad, Harry's Twain.......

Yes, Charlie Higson's personal history of the Monarchy lands on Henry... more

Willy Willy Harry Stee, Harry Dick John Harry Three, One Two Three Neds, Richard Two, Henry's Four Five Six.........then who? Edward Four Five...Dick The Bad!

Yes, Charlie Higson lands on Richard III.

Was he Dick The Bad or should we celebrate him... more

Willy Willy Harry Stee, Harry Dick John Harry Three, One Two Three Neds, Richard Two, Henry's Four Five Six.........then who? Edward Four Five....

As he wades through the Wars Of The Roses, Charlie Higson reaches a king whose reign can be measured i... more

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Recent Guests

Nathen Amin
Author focusing on 15th-century Tudor history and Welsh perspectives on Henry VII
Author; Tudor Wales; The Son of Prophecy (2024)
Episode: Book Companion - Henry VII
Matt Lewis
Chair of the Richard III Society
Richard III Society
Episode: Book Companion - Richard III
David Mitchell
Comedian and writer discussing his history book and perspective on Edward V
Author, Unruly, A History of England's Kings and Queens
Episode: Book Companion - Edward V
Helen Castor
Historian specializing in medieval history and Richard II
Episode: Book Companion - Richard II
Rory Cox
Lecturer in Medieval History at the University of St Andrews, specializing in English Medieval History, especially the history of war.
University of St Andrews
Episode: Book Companion - Edward II
Jay Foreman
One half of The Map Men, a duo known for their YouTube educational content.
Map Men
Episode: Book Club - The Map Men
Mark Cooper-Jones
One half of The Map Men, a duo known for their YouTube educational content.
Map Men
Episode: Book Club - The Map Men
Dan Jones
Historian and host of 'This Is History'
Episode: Book Companion - King Richard 1
Charles Spencer
Author of 'The White Ship' and historian
Episode: Book Companion - Henry I

Host

Charlie Higson
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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 271 ratings
  • Fills the gaps

    Really enjoyed this podcast as well as learned so much. Educated in the 70s/80s my knowledge of English/British history has been Tudor, Victorian and WW2. Listening from the beginning I now have a far better understanding of my own history and in a wider context. Also Charlie is a very entertaining voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Propermanor
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Cnut

    Cnut’s sister, Estrid, did not marry Robert of Normandy and was not the mother of William the Conqueror. Estrid married Ulf Jarl and was mother of the danish king Sven Estridssen. Ulf had a sister Gytha, married to Earl Godwin and thus mother of the last anglosaxon king, Harold Godwinson.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    positively medieval
    Denmark3 months ago
  • Cosy History

    Love the pod, nothing better for an autumn run.

    But! Charlie! Gotta smooth the incredibly abrupt cuts to adverts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZacharyForrest
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • HECK YEA I’M ALL IN

    Hey y’all! I’m a proud wife and (quite a cutie) mother of twins BUT UNFORTUNATELY I AM FROM TEXAS 🤬🥲

    Please don’t hold that against me! lol All I can say is that I have loved history, especially English history since I was fortunate enough to go to Europe for 16 days the summer before I went into eighth grade. I went to 8 countries in 16 days around 1995.

    I have never felt so connected to actual history of the time when I passed out in the Colosseum because of heat, exhaustion, saw a ghost... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Longhorn Babe
    United States7 months ago
  • History made easy and very interesting

    Very pleased to have found this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    claireinlincoln
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Some feedback notes occasional abrupt ad breaks but consistently strong content and pacing.

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#115
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Apple Podcasts
#205
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Book Companion - Henry VII
Q: How did Henry VII manage the threat from pretenders like Lambert Simnel and Perkin Warbeck, and what does that tell us about his leadership style?
He combined decisive military action when necessary with pragmatic mercy, using clemency for Simnel and a controlled, strategic response to Warbeck, which deterred further rebellions while maintaining legitimacy and avoiding civil war anew.
Book Companion - Henry VII
Q: Why is Henry VII often perceived as unremarkable, and what makes him stand out when you look closely at his reign?
When you examine the length and stability of his rule, his careful financial and political strategies, and his skillful management of both Lancastrian and Yorkist factions, you can see a leader who prioritized durable peace and institutional consolidation over dramatic conquest.
Book Companion - Edward V
Q: And I mean, do you have your own theory on who killed him?
David Mitchell suggests that Edward V and his brother were murdered by order of Richard of Gloucester (Richard III), arguing the evidence supports Richard's direct interest and consolidation of power, with the timeline fitting a swift move after Edward IV's death.
Book Companion - Henry VI - Part 2
Q: What eventually led to the downfall of Margaret of Anjou's efforts?
Margaret's rigid stance and inability to negotiate with the Yorkists ultimately resulted in escalating violence and loss.
Book Companion - Henry VI - Part 2
Q: What was the purpose behind the Love Day event?
Love Day was intended to reconcile fighting factions by forcing enemies to publicly show unity, although it didn't resolve the underlying tensions.

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