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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

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08:44

Murder Behind Bars in Tudor England – A Shocking True...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/15

In 1590, Catholic gentleman John Hocknell — imprisoned in Chester Castle for his faith — didn’t die of plague, hunger, or age. He was murdered… by his own gaoler. The weapon? A pitchfork. The killer? The castle’s underkeeper, i.e. Hocknell's gaoler. In this episode of Tudor True Crime, I, historian and author Claire Ridgway, uncover the shocking story of Hocknell’s repeated imprisonments for recusancy, his bizarre brush with “false prophecies,” and the brutal killing that cut his life short just

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04:29

The Forgotten Genius Behind the Spanish Tragedy and...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/14

Before Shakespeare’s Hamlet, there may have been another… Written by a man history almost erased. On this day in Tudor history—15th August 1594—playwright Thomas Kyd was buried in London, aged just 36. In his short life, he wrote The Spanish Tragedy, one of the biggest theatrical hits of the Elizabethan age—performed 29 times at the Rose Theatre and published in 11 editions, more than any of Shakespeare’s plays at the time. But Kyd’s meteoric career ended in scandal. Kyd was imprisoned, possibly

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05:23

The Princess Who Lived in the Shadows of Kings

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2025/08/13

Today I’m telling the often forgotten story of Katherine of York, daughter of Edward IV and Elizabeth Woodville, sister to Elizabeth of York and the Princes in the Tower, and aunt to Henry VIII. Katherine’s life began in splendour—once betrothed to a Spanish prince, raised at the glittering Yorkist court—but her future was derailed by scandal, political shifts, and personal loss. Declared illegitimate by her uncle Richard III, she was forced into sanctuary with her mother and siblings… but would go

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04:11

The Knight Who Wept for a Princess

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/12

He was knighted at Henry VIII’s third wedding, carried Queen Jane Seymour’s coffin, and greeted Anne of Cleves on her arrival in England. He fought in France, jousted at Edward VI’s coronation, served as MP under Mary and Elizabeth, and—most heartbreakingly—wept as he escorted Elizabeth I to the Tower during Wyatt’s Rebellion. On this day in Tudor history, 13th August 1566, Sir Humphrey Radcliffe died at his manor in Elstow, having served four Tudor monarchs with quiet loyalty and deep

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08:18

The Sheep Farmer’s Son Who Helped Shape Tudor England

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/11

He reformed how we pronounce Greek, helped dissolve the old Church, negotiated for Elizabeth I… and somehow survived every Tudor monarch from Henry VIII’s reign onward. On this day in Tudor history, 12th August 1577, Sir Thomas Smith—a scholar, diplomat, and political survivor—died quietly at his home in Essex. But his life was anything but quiet. I’m Claire Ridgway, historian and author, and in today’s video, I’m taking you beyond the famous names and into the fascinating life of one of the Tudor

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06:26

From Cromwell’s Ally to Mary’s Pardon

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/10

On this day in Tudor history, 11th August 1556, Sir John Kingsmill died—quietly, naturally, and with his head still on his shoulders. That might not sound remarkable… but in the reigns of Henry VIII, Edward VI, and Mary I, it absolutely was. I’m Claire Ridgway, historian and author, and in today’s video I’m introducing you to a lesser-known but fascinating figure who worked with Thomas Cromwell, helped dissolve monasteries and chantries, and still managed to earn a pardon from Queen Mary

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01:18:19

Richard III Like You’ve Never Seen Him – Behind the...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/09

Was Richard III really the monster Shakespeare painted him to be? Or have centuries of myth and propaganda hidden the man he truly was? In this exclusive interview, I (Claire Ridgway, historian and author) sit down with the creative team behind "A Taste of Loyalty"—a powerful new short film (inspired by Matthew Lewis’s novel "Loyalty"), which explores one of the most pivotal (and misunderstood) moments in Richard III’s life. Join me as I talk with: - Matt Lewis, historian and novelist - Thomas

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08:58

Poisoned Cakes, Flea Traps… and Dead Hedgehogs?! Pest...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/08

Wormwood-strewn floors. Poisoned rat cakes. Bounties on hedgehogs. No, it’s not a dark fairy tale—it’s real Tudor pest control. In a world without bug spray or exterminators, how did the Tudors tackle fleas, flies, rats, mice… and even moths? Let’s just say… they got creative. And ruthless. I'm Claire Ridgway, historian and author—and in today’s video, we’re diving into the bizarre, herbal, and sometimes horrifying methods the Tudors used to defend their homes (and health!) from pests. You'll

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08:06

She Was 13. He Was 30. This Royal Wedding Changed...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/07

A teenage English princess. A powerful Scottish king nearly two decades older. A lavish wedding that would shape the future of the British Isles. On this day in Tudor history, 8th August 1503, Princess Margaret Tudor, daughter of Henry VII, married James IV of Scotland in a glittering ceremony filled with royal pageantry, political strategy—and secrets. But behind the boar’s head feasts, jewel-encrusted robes, and dancing nobles… was a fragile peace deal between two ancient rivals. And a young

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08:31

Lovechild and bigamist – Sir Robert Dudley, son of...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/06

He was born a lovechild, died an exiled nobleman—and in between, he explored the West Indies, built ships for Italian dukes, and underwent a bigamous marriage. On this day in Tudor history, 7th August 1574, Sir Robert Dudley was born—the illegitimate son of Queen Elizabeth I’s favourite, Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, and Lady Douglas Sheffield. I’m Claire Ridgway, historian and author, and today I’m uncovering the dramatic tale of this brilliant yet controversial Tudor figure: - Explorer. -

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11:19

Tudor True Crime: The Baron, the Grudge, and the...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/05

Welcome to another chilling instalment of Tudor True Crime with me, historian and author Claire Ridgway. Today, we uncover the dark story of Charles Stourton, 8th Baron Stourton—a nobleman whose pride and rage ended in cold-blooded murder… and a very public hanging. What started as a bitter land feud Escalated into a siege at a church Ended with two bound men, a candlelit killing, and a secret burial in the cellar But someone talked—and justice was swift. Join me as I delve into this gripping

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04:43

The Man Who Helped Make Henry VII King

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/04

The Untold Story of Sir Reginald Bray - He wasn’t a king… but he helped make one. Sir Reginald Bray may not be a household name, but this quiet powerhouse of the Tudor court knew Henry VII from boyhood, helped plan the invasion that toppled Richard III, and then served as one of the most powerful men in England. - Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster - Spymaster - Master of royal revenues - Patron of grand Tudor architecture - Head of the dreaded Council Learned in the Law From buying young Henry

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07:01

Blown to Bits in Battle: The Tudor Rogue Who Might’ve...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/03

He dreamt of invading Ireland with Spanish gold and papal blessing… Instead, he died in a Moroccan ditch, his legs blown off by cannon fire. This is the incredible, tragic, and chaotic story of Thomas Stukeley—Tudor adventurer, mercenary, spy, and the man rumoured to be King Henry VIII’s illegitimate son. I’m Claire Ridgway, historian and author, and today we’re diving into the Battle of Alcácer Quibir on 4th August 1578—also known as the **Battle of the Three Kings**—where Stukeley died alongside

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03:35

The Fairest Church in England

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/02

You’re walking through a busy modern city—and then a towering Gothic church stops you in your tracks. That’s exactly what happened to me in Bristol, when I stumbled upon St Mary Redcliffe, a church Queen Elizabeth I herself called “the fairest, goodliest and most famous parish church in England.” I’m Claire Ridgway, historian and author, and in this episode I share the story behind this incredible Tudor site—from Elizabeth’s 1574 visit, to her letters patent for its restoration, to the royal

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53:57

What links Kate Bush and Anne Boleyn

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/08/01

What connects legendary singer Kate Bush and Tudor queen Anne Boleyn? In this fascinating and inspiring interview, I chat with novelist Natalia Richards, author of The Falcon’s Rise and The Falcon’s Flight—two beautifully written novels exploring Anne Boleyn’s early life and rise to power. Natalia shares how she transitioned from the world of music (yes, Kate Bush really did ask her to be a backing singer at 18!) to historical fiction, and why Anne Boleyn has captivated her imagination for so many

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05:59

Still Fighting the Dead: Germain Gardiner’s Scathing...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/07/31

On this day in Tudor history, 1st August 1534, Catholic gentleman Germain Gardiner published a scathing posthumous attack on Protestant martyr John Frith—over a year after Frith had been burned at the stake. But who was Frith? Why did Gardiner care enough to write such a fiery rebuttal after his death? And how did both men end up executed for their beliefs? In this episode, I explore: Frith’s radical theology and links to William Tyndale His arrest, trial, and execution in 1533 for denying

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04:28

Killed by a Butcher

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/07/30

The Shocking End of a Tudor Baron - Edmund Sheffield’s FallHe was a baron, courtier, soldier, and poet... with powerful patrons like Thomas Cromwell and George Boleyn. But on 31st July 1549, during the chaos of Kett’s Rebellion, 28-year-old Edmund Sheffield met a shocking and brutal end—not on a battlefield, but in a muddy ditch at the hands of a rebel butcher. In this episode, I delve into the life—and haunting death—of a man often overlooked in Tudor history. Raised under Anne Boleyn’s

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03:26

The Wind That Saved England: How the Spanish Armada...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/07/29

Storms at sea. Panic at court. And a queen under guard.On this day in Tudor history — 30th July 1588 — England’s fate shifted with the wind. The once-mighty Spanish Armada, already damaged by the Battle of Gravelines, was now scattered and driven northwards by violent storms. Many in England saw it as divine intervention — a “Protestant Wind” sent by God to defend the realm. In this podcast, I explore: - How the Spanish fleet faltered in the aftermath of Gravelines - Why Sir Francis Drake was so

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05:21

The Stepfather Who May Have Changed History

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/07/28

He didn’t wear a crown… but his choice may have changed the course of English history. On 29th July 1504, Thomas Stanley, 1st Earl of Derby, died quietly at his manor in Lancashire. But nearly two decades earlier, at the bloody Battle of Bosworth, his decision to support his stepson — Henry Tudor — was a turning point in English history, ending centuries of Plantagenet rule and beginning the Tudor era. Some say he stood back and watched until the moment was right. Others claim he crowned Henry on

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06:23

The Forgotten Tudor Wife Who Drank Her Own Urine to...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/07/27

Starved. Poisoned. Locked in a castle tower.In Tudor England, one woman endured unthinkable cruelty at the hands of her noble husband—imprisoned in a tower, reduced to drinking her own urine to survive, and desperate enough to smuggle a secret letter to Thomas Cromwell begging for rescue. Her name was Elizabeth Hungerford. Her husband? Walter Hungerford—a man later executed for treason, sorcery, and what the records chillingly called “the abominable vice of bu****y.” But Elizabeth’s story is

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