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Single Malt History with Gareth Russell

Gareth Russell

Historian Gareth Russell"s weekly podcast with demented and delightful stories from the past

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00:42:20

Did King James abandon his mother?

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2025/11/19

In 1587, Mary, Queen of Scots faced execution. Had her own son helped bring her to this terrible fate? One of the great mysteries of James VI's life are his feelings towards his exiled, Catholic mother. In this episode, I explore surprising evidence from the heart of James's court that shows the role he played in his mother's final tragedy.

00:42:20

The Stolen Crown of Elizabeth I?

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2025/11/13

Skullduggery, espionage, royal narcissism, and plots a-plenty were the order of the day in the dying days of the Tudor dynasty - and to uncover it, we're joined on Single Malt History by Dr. Tracy Borman, Sunday Times bestselling author of the new hit book "The Stolen Crown".

00:50:22

A Civil War Queen

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2025/11/04

Matilda of Boulogne was a powerhouse in medieval politics, almost universally admired in a time of treachery, anarchy, and civil war.

00:34:01

Scotland's Summer Queen

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2025/10/30

In the sixteenth century, a Scottish king called James braved sea and storm to bring home Scotland's new queen.

00:51:53

The North Berwick witch hunts

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2025/10/23

Discover the brutal story of the witch-hunts that consumed Scotland, one hundred years before Salem.

01:07:42

Queen James: An Exclusive First Extract

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2025/02/27

In a Single Malt History exclusive, the first chapter of my book "Queen James" - narrated by me - is shared here on UK publication date.

00:59:49

History's Lost Causes

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2025/02/17

From the dreams of a religious pharaoh and the ambitions of Cleopatra, to Britain's first anti-technology movement, Single Malt History takes a look at three of History's lost causes.

01:10:10

Ireland's Most Infamous Unsolved Murder

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/12/22

In 1922, a murder happened in Belfast that was so horrific that everyone - from Winston Churchill to Michael Collins - condemned its savagery. Yet, the killers were never brought to justice. A century later, I’m joined by historian Dr. Edward Burke, author of the new book “Ghosts of a Family,” who set out to solve the mystery of Ireland’s greatest unsolved cold case.

00:37:28

The Molly Houses of Georgian London

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/12/02

Author AJ West visits Single Malt History to discuss his new Sunday Times best-selling novel “The Betrayal of Thomas True,” and the world, hidden in plain sight in Georgian London, that inspired his book.CONTENT WARNING: This episode of Single Malt History contains discussions of sexual behaviour. Listener discretion is advised.

00:32:32

Murder at Sea: The Inventor, the Emperor, and John D....

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/11/23

New York Times bestselling author Doug Brunt joins Single Malt History to discuss his hit new book "The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War One."

00:24:34

Elizabeth II's all-night ball

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/10/03

In 1953, Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret attended a glamorous all-night ball. To celebrate the US and Canadian paperback release of my book "The Palace," I'm taking you into the night when Elizabeth II partied at Hampton Court.

00:35:20

Pantries, Police, and Prayer in 19th-century Ulster

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/09/23

From working in a Victorian mansion, to a murder that rocked a working-class community, and a society that enriched another, join me for these tales from 19th-century Ulster.

00:49:52

Admired by three kings: The extraordinary life of...

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/09/12

From a childhood on an Irish mountainside to the banquets of Hampton Court Palace, Barnaby Fitzpatrick lived a remarkable life. Best friends to the Tudor boy-king, he dazzled the court of Catherine de Medici, rescued a relative from kidnapping, fought an emperor, impressed Philip II, and charmed Elizabeth I.

01:11:26

The Unionists of Old Belfast

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/09/04

From the mysterious death of a marquess to one of the largest anti-independence rallies in Irish history, join me for a trip to 19th century Belfast.

00:32:05

Henry V with Dan Jones

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/08/29

Dan Jones returns to Single Malt History to discuss his new biography, "Henry V: The astonishing rise of England's greatest warrior king."

00:58:27

The House of Tudor (part 2)

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/08/26

From the downfall of Anne Boleyn to the reign of her daughter, Elizabeth I, join us in part 2 of "The House of Tudor."

00:54:17

The House of Tudor (part 1)

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/08/22

They are one of Europe's most famous royal families, but are they worth their modern hype? Join me in part 1 of 2 on the House of Tudor, chronicling their extraordinary rise - from a handsome Welsh servant to a controversial English queen.

00:49:13

The Last Catholic Queen of England

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/08/15

England's last Catholic queen, Mary-Beatrice of Modena, was detested by many of her husband's subjects, who accused her of orchestrating one of the greatest political cons in history. In later years, she was considered saintly by many who knew her. What was the truth behind Mary-Beatrice's remarkable career?

00:32:41

The Kaiser's Childhood

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/08/08

The shocking childhood of Germany's last emperor, Wilhelm II.CONTENT WARNING: This episode of Single Malt History contains details of medical experiments, which some may find distressing. Listener discretion is advised.

01:23:51

24 hours onboard the Titanic

Single Malt History with Gareth Russell ·

2024/07/26

24 mini-stories from the Boiler Rooms to the Grand Staircase onboard history's most famous ship.With Jake Douglas (Lawrence Beesley), Joanne Doody (Kate Buss), and Ashley Montgomery (Mary Sloan).

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