Tuesday Jun 13, 2023
A cartoon-like Anne Boleyn - #PortraitTuesday
Tudor History with Claire Ridgway
Step back into a world of intrigue, passion, and ruthless ambition — welcome to Tudor England. Join historian and bestselling author Claire Ridgway as she uncovers the riveting stories of the Tudor dynasty. From the scandalous love affairs of King Henry VIII to the tragic fall of Anne Boleyn, the fierce reign of Elizabeth I, and the lesser-known secrets of Tudor court life, this podcast brings history to life in vivid detail. Hear dramatic tales of betrayal, execution, forbidden love, and political manoeuvring that shaped England forever. Discover daily Tudor history with fascinating “On This Day” episodes — unique insights you won’t find in typical history books. Get behind-the-scenes stories from Claire’s own research trips to historic sites like the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Hever Castle, and more. Enjoy interviews with top historians and experts in Tudor studies, plus lively Q&A sessions tackling listeners’ burning Tudor questions. 🖋 Who is Claire Ridgway? Claire is the author of the bestselling On This Day in Tudor History series and numerous other Tudor books loved by readers around the world. She founded The Tudor Society, connecting enthusiasts with experts through live online events, and runs the hugely popular history websites The Anne Boleyn Files and www.ClaireRidgway.com. Her mission: to uncover the human stories behind the crown — the hopes, fears, and triumphs of not only kings and queens but also the courtiers, rebels, and ordinary people who lived under the Tudor rose. What can you expect? - Gripping accounts of famous events like the Field of Cloth of Gold, the Dissolution of the Monasteries, or the Babington Plot. - Intimate portraits of Tudor figures: Anne Boleyn’s charm and downfall, Thomas Cromwell’s rise and brutal fall, Elizabeth I’s cunning survival. - Dark mysteries and unsolved deaths — who really killed Amy Robsart? Was Katherine Howard truly guilty? - Special episodes on Tudor fashion, food, medicine, and the day-to-day lives of Tudor men and women. Join thousands of Tudor fans worldwide Never miss an episode — subscribe now and become part of a global community that can’t get enough of Tudor drama. Explore more with Claire’s books, free resources, and live historical events at www.ClaireRidgway.com. Ready to travel back 500 years? Press play and let the adventure begin.
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Monday Jun 12, 2023
Monday Jun 12, 2023
The innocent Margaret Pole, Countess of Salisbury, suffered a truly awful end - a botched beheading. #tudorhistory #toweroflondon
Find out more at https://www.theanneboleynfiles.com/the-execution-of-margaret-pole-countess-of-salisbury/
You can find my books on Amazon at http://viewauthor.at/claireridgway
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Did you know that Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII's second queen consort, was crowned with the monarch's crown?Find out more about St Edward's Crown.
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
This week, Claire shares a beautiful portrait of Anne Boleyn which is part of a huge collection of historic portraits at the Château de Beauregard in France.
https://youtube.com/shorts/aePujA6Hlmw
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
This week’s Monday Martyr is Thomas Hawkes who was burnt at the stake on 10th June 1555. He went to his death joyfully due to his faith.
Wednesday May 31, 2023
Wednesday May 31, 2023
The white falcon was Anne Boleyn's royal badge, but it wasn't the only badge or device Anne used.
Tuesday May 30, 2023
Tuesday May 30, 2023
Claire talks about an Anne Boleyn portrait from Hampton Court Palace's collection.
#tudorhistory #anneboleyn #hamptoncourtpalace
Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
This week's Monday Martyr is religious visionary Elizabeth Barton, who managed to upset King Henry VIII with her visions concerning him.
#tudorhistory #henryviii
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Claire Ridgway talks about how Anne Boleyn showed Henry VIII he didn't need the pope.
#anneboleyn #henryviii #reformation #englishhistory #churchofengland
You can find my books on Amazon at http://viewauthor.at/claireridgway
I'm historian Claire Ridgway
I'm the best-selling author of 13 history books and the founder of the TheAnneBoleynFiles.com, Elizabethfiles.com and The Tudor Society.
I help Tudor history lovers worldwide to gain access to experts and resources to discover the real stories behind myths and fiction, so that they grow in knowledge while connecting with like-minded people and indulging their passion for history.
I am a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. I was a contributor for the BBC docudrama The Boleyns: A Scandalous Family, and have been featured in BBC History Extra, USA Today, History of Royals Magazine, the Express, and Refinery 29, as well as on podcasts including Suzannah Lipscomb's Not Just the Tudors, Gareth Russell's Single Malt History, Natalie Grueninger's Talking Tudors, Hever Castle's Inside Hever, James Boulton's Queens of England, and many more.