Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
New Mary, Queen of Scots online course with Claire Ridgway!
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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Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
Wednesday Jul 07, 2021
On this day in Tudor history, 7th July 1553, in the short reign of Queen Jane (Lady Jane Grey), Mary, eldest daughter of King Henry VIII, received news of her half-brother King Edward VI's death.
Where was Mary received the news? What was she doing and what happened next?
Find out in this latest edition of #TudorHistoryShorts from historian Claire Ridgway.
https://youtu.be/r5R8payyIXQ
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
On this day in Tudor history, 6th July 1570, in the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, Margaret Clement (née Giggs), adopted daughter of Sir Thomas More, died in Mechelen.
Find out more about Margaret Clement, what Sir Thomas More had bequeathed her, and how she had helped some imprisoned priests, in this latest edition of #TudorHistoryShorts from historian Claire Ridgway.
You can see this as a youtube short here:
https://youtu.be/YAjqDj0rTGE
Monday Jul 05, 2021
Monday Jul 05, 2021
In this latest edition in her "Facts about..." series, historian Claire Ridgway shares 18 interesting facts about Lady Jane Grey, or Queen Jane, who is also known as "The Nine Day Queen".
Find out more about the fourth Tudor monarch from Claire. You can see this podcast as a video at the following link:
https://youtu.be/acYkWVtO9CA
Book recommendations:
The Sisters Who Would Be Queen - Leanda de Lisle
Lady Jane Grey: A Tudor Mystery - Eric Ives
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Monday Jul 05, 2021
Monday Jul 05, 2021
On this day in Tudor history, 5th July 1583, in the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, shoemaker John Copping was executed.
He'd been in trouble before due to his radical views, but what had he done this time?
Find out more about John Copping in this latest edition of #TudorHistoryShorts from historian Claire Ridgway.
Sunday Jul 04, 2021
Sunday Jul 04, 2021
On 4th July 1623, Elizabethan composer William Byrd died.
Find out about William Byrd, his association with Thomas Tallis, and his works, in this latest edition of #TudorHistoryShorts from historian Claire Ridgway.
You can see this podcasr as a video here:https://youtu.be/ROskKXH1wFA
Here is a YouTube video of performances of his works:
William Byrd (1540/1543?-1623), Mass for Five Voices (complete). The Tallis Scholars - https://youtu.be/4ZSB0WTyIrg
Saturday Jul 03, 2021
Saturday Jul 03, 2021
On 3rd July 1557, Queen Mary I said goodbye to her husband, King Philip II of Spain, for the final time, although she didn't know it at the time.
Find out more about why he had returned in the first place and what happened next in this latest edition of #TudorHistoryShorts from historian Claire Ridgway. You can see this as a video here:
https://youtu.be/3FZMB4WEesA
Friday Jul 02, 2021
Friday Jul 02, 2021
On this day in Tudor history, 2nd July 1594, a sexton and gravedigger known as Old Scarlett was buried at Peterborough Cathedral.
Who was this man? Which two queens was he said to have buried? And what is his link to Shakespeare?
Find out more about Old Scarlett in this edition of #TudorHistoryShorts from historian Claire Ridgway.
https://youtu.be/TDuIdL1rPE0
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Claire RidgwayHistorian and author, founder of the Anne Boleyn Files and Tudor Societywww.theanneboleynfiles.comwww.tudorsociety.com
www.elizabethfiles.comhttps://twitter.com/AnneBoleynFileshttp://www.facebook.com/theanneboleynfiles
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Thursday Jul 01, 2021
Thursday Jul 01, 2021
As well as running this YouTube channel, author and historian Claire Ridgway runs the Tudor Society membership site. What is the Tudor Society and what's happening in July over at the Tudor Society?
Find out all about July 2021's events from Claire. There are lots of Tudor goodies to enjoy.
Try out the Tudor Society with a 14-day free trial at https://www.tudorsociety.com/signup/ref/1
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.