Tudors Dynasty & Beyond

• 🎙️ A New Project I’m Excited to Share: History Lair | Ep. 1

  Today’s episode is a one-time bonus share on Tudors Dynasty & Beyond so I can introduce you to a new podcast I’m launching. If you like this podcast, please consider subscribing to History Lair wherever you get your podcasts!Before he became William the Conqueror, he was a boy born into scandal, danger, and survival. In this season of History Lair, we step into the shadows of 11th-century Normandy to uncover the brutal childhood, political chaos, and relentless ambition that forged one of history’s most formidable rulers.This isn’t just the story of a conquest—it’s the making of a conqueror.--Written by Melanie V. TaylorProduced & Edited by Rebecca LarsonVoiced by ElevenLabs

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• Three Queens, One Legacy: Isabel I of Castile, Katherine of Aragon, and Mary I of England

  Three queens. Three generations. Three very different paths to power. From the childhood formation of Isabel I of Castile, to the political education and queenship of Katherine of Aragon, and finally to the turbulent rise and reign of Mary I of England, this episode explores how girls became monarchs—and how legacy, faith, and crisis shaped their rule. A story of motherhood, monarchy, and what it truly meant to be a queen.--🔥 New Podcast Alert! 🔥History Lair has officially launched — and Season One is diving deep into the life, ambition, and legacy of William the Conqueror. Episode One is now live!If you love Normandy, 1066, battlefield strategy, political drama, or just a really good origin story, this is the series for you.Step inside the Lair… and uncover the making of a conqueror.Listen on Apple Podcasts and Spotify--LOVE the SHOW? Please consider becoming a Patreon patron. As such you'll get commercial-free episodes, early access, and excusive content! Learn MoreCredits:Hosts - Rebecca Larson & Dr. Emma Cahill Marron

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• A Lady & An Artist: One Silenced, One Nearly Lost

  Two women. Two very different paths through the Tudor court. One ended on the scaffold. The other helped shape how the court would be remembered.In this episode of Forgotten Tudor Women, we explore the lives of Jane Boleyn and Susanna Horenbout—one remembered for scandal, the other nearly lost to history despite her artistic legacy. We unpack the myths surrounding Jane Boleyn, what people consistently get wrong about her, and what a more accurate version of her life reveals. We also dive into Susanna’s role as a foreign-born woman navigating Henry VIII’s court through talent, skill, and quiet influence.Together, their stories reveal what life was really like for Tudor gentlewomen living in the shadow of power—and why their legacies still matter today.Sylvia's New Book: Forgotten Tudor Women: Jane Boleyn and Susanna Horenbout --Want to know what I'm up to? Give me a follow on Substack - every Monday I post a FREE article and every Wednesday I released more of my Thomas Seymour research to paid subscribers. https://rebeccalarson.substack.com --LOVE this podcast and want to show your support? Please consider becoming a Patreon patron - you'll receive commercial-free episode, early access, exclusive content & more! Learn More!--Credits:Host: Rebecca LarsonGuest: Sylvia Barbara Soberton

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• Margaret of Angoulême : Queen, Writer & Diplomat (Replay)

  *This is a replay episode from July 2025 that was very popular with listeners/viewers, because Marguerite is a fascinating woman with an amazing portrait that we all recognize as her - immediately.In this episode, we explore the remarkable life of Marguerite d’Angoulême—Renaissance writer, queen, and sister to King François I of France. Discover how Marguerite’s bold literary works, like the Heptameron, challenged gender norms, and how her passion for religious reform placed her at the heart of early evangelical movements. We’ll trace her journey from the French court to the throne of Navarre, revealing a woman who shaped politics, faith, and the role of women in 16th-century Europe.--Head over to ⁠Patreon ⁠and consider becoming a patron! You'll get commercial-free episodes, early access and exclusive content! You can also join as a ⁠FREE ⁠member and gain access to the group chat.--Credits:Host: Rebecca LarsonGuest: Dr. Emily Lalande

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• Historical Tinder: Henry VIII & Anne Boleyn

  Welcome back to another episode of Historical Tinder with Dr. Emma & Me! As always, Dr. Emma picked this week’s topic—and I’ll admit, I wasn’t entirely sure where it was going to lead. But surprise, surprise: it turned into a conversation about far more people than just Henry and Anne. Because let’s be honest… when did any of Henry VIII’s marriages involve only two people?Stick around to catch a brand-new historical nickname we coined in the episode. If you hear it, drop it in the comments!--🔥 Don’t wait (LAST DAY!)—tickets are disappearing fast!As I mentioned in the episode, Dr. Estelle Paranque’s special talk on Saturday, December 6th is almost here, and you do not want to miss it.Join us for a deep dive into the world that shaped Anne Boleyn: Marguerite of Angoulême, Louise of Savoy, Claude of France—the brilliant, influential women who helped forge her time in France.🎟️ Grab your ticket now and secure your spot! https://anneboleyntravels.eventbrite.comAnd remember: if you can’t join live, every ticket holder gets the full recording within 24 hours.--Love the show and want to show your support? Maybe you want commercial-free content, early access, and exclusive content instead.... https://patreon.com/tudorsdynasty--Hosted by: Rebecca Larson and Dr. Emma Cahill Marron

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