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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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04:48

Tobacco in Tudor and Stuart England

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/06/21

Sir Walter Ralegh may get the credit, but tobacco’s story in England started long before he lit up — and it’s far more surprising than you might think.In this video, we explore how tobacco travelled from sacred Native American ceremonies to Tudor England’s courtly circles. From its use in healing rituals to its rise as a fashionable trend—and finally to King James I’s fiery condemnation in A Counterblaste to Tobacco—this is the fascinating tale of how one plant sparked one of history’s first

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05:18

Scholar, King, and Unifier of Crowns - James VI and I

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/06/18

On this day in Tudor-Stuart history, 19th June 1566, King James VI of Scotland and I of England was born at Edinburgh Castle—an infant who would one day unite two crowns and leave a lasting legacy on British history. The only son of Mary, Queen of Scots, and Lord Darnley, James became King of Scotland at just 13 months old following his father’s murder and his mother’s forced abdication. Raised as a Protestant in a volatile Scotland, James matured into a politically astute and scholarly

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04:13

Henry VIII’s Illegitimate Son: Henry Fitzroy

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/06/14

On this day in Tudor history — traditionally 15th June 1519 — Henry Fitzroy, the illegitimate but much-loved son of King Henry VIII and Elizabeth “Bessie” Blount, was born at the Priory of St Lawrence in Essex.Acknowledged by his father and showered with titles, Fitzroy was raised for greatness. At just six, he became Duke of Richmond and Somerset, Earl of Nottingham, and Knight of the Garter—unprecedented honours for a royal bastard. He was educated like a prince, married into the powerful

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05:46

The Dastardly Richard Rich: Tudor Villain or...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/06/11

On this day in Tudor history, 12th June 1567, Richard Rich, 1st Baron Rich, died—and few figures in the Tudor era have earned the label "villain" quite like him. From betraying Sir Thomas More to personally torturing Protestant martyr Anne Askew, Rich’s name is forever tied to some of the darkest episodes of Henry VIII’s reign. But was he simply ruthless—or just a master of survival in a dangerous political landscape? In this podcast, I take a closer look at Richard Rich’s life and legacy—from his

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06:46

How the Tudors Slept: Rituals, Remedies, and...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/06/07

Tossing and turning at night? The Tudors may have had the answer. In this video, we dive into the fascinating world of Tudor sleep—where bedtime wasn’t just about rest, but about health, virtue, and even the soul. From feather mattresses and “sleep tight” rope beds to nighttime prayers, herbal pouches, and warm possets, sleep in Tudor England was a carefully managed ritual. Did you know Tudors often had a first sleep and second sleep, waking in between to read, pray, or talk quietly by

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05:34

Maria de Salinas - The Loyal Friend Who Defied a King

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/06/04

On this day in Tudor history, 5th June 1516, Maria de Salinas married Lord Willoughby of Eresby. But this Spanish noblewoman would be remembered not for her marriage, but for her fierce loyalty to Queen Catherine of Aragon. Maria’s story is one of deep friendship, political influence, and unwavering devotion. She followed Catherine from Spain to England, stood by her through triumph and tragedy, and, in the end, defied royal orders to be with her dying friend. In 1536, when Catherine was banished

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04:20

Anne Boleyn Crowned Queen - A Day of Splendour and...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/05/31

On this day in history, Anne Boleyn reached the pinnacle of her triumph.After six years of struggle, scandal, and seismic political and religious change, Anne Boleyn was crowned Queen of England in a glittering ceremony at Westminster Abbey. Dressed in purple velvet, barefoot and crowned with the Crown of St Edward—a crown usually reserved for monarchs—Anne processed through a sea of blue cloth, surrounded by nobles, clergy, and the hopes of a dynasty. This wasn’t just a coronation. It was a

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05:21

Tudor Timekeeping: Bells, Clocks, and a Bit of Bling

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/05/26

Ever wondered how people in the Tudor period told the time—long before smartphones or wristwatches? In this video, I explore the fascinating ways our medieval and Tudor ancestors kept track of their day. From monastery bells marking the canonical hours to the rise of mechanical town clocks in the 14th century, Tudor timekeeping was far more advanced than you might expect. We’ll look at sundials, water clocks, astrolabes, and even the incredible astronomical clock at Hampton Court Palace. And

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04:46

The Pygmy and Beagle: Robert Cecil, the Power behind...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/05/23

On 24th May 1612, one of the most powerful men of the Elizabethan and early Stuart courts—Robert Cecil, 1st Earl of Salisbury—died on his way home from taking the waters at Bath. He was just 48, but his political career was nothing short of extraordinary.The son of William Cecil, Lord Burghley, Robert Cecil overcame physical disability, courtly mockery, and fierce political rivalries to become Secretary of State, Lord High Treasurer, and a trusted advisor to both Elizabeth I and James I. From

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07:22

19 May 1536: The Execution of Anne Boleyn - A Queen's...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/05/18

In the early hours of 19th May 1536, Archbishop Thomas Cranmer was woken with chilling news—his friend Alexander Alesius had dreamt of Anne Boleyn’s severed neck. He had no idea that Anne was due to be executed that very morning…In this moving video, we trace Anne Boleyn’s final hours: from her quiet early morning Mass and her careful choice of crimson and ermine attire, to her composed speech on the scaffold and the swift stroke of the Calais executioner's sword. We explore eyewitness accounts,

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What Really Made a Tudor Marriage?

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/05/16

Did you need a priest to be married in Tudor England? A church? Witnesses? The truth might surprise you. In the 16th century, a simple exchange of vows—followed by consummation—could be enough to make a marriage fully legal. In this video, we explore the fascinating (and often confusing) rules around marriage in Tudor times. From secret unions to royal annulments, handfasting to public ceremonies, find out how couples—rich and poor—sealed their unions, and how these customs led to scandal, bigamy,

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07:29

Anne of Denmark: The Forgotten Queen?

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/05/12

On this day in history, 13th May 1619, Westminster Abbey hosted a grand and costly funeral for a queen consort who is often overshadowed in British royal history. But who was Anne of Denmark? What role did she really play at the courts of Scotland and England—and why did her relationship with King James sour so drastically in her final years? In this podcast, I explore the intriguing life, cultural impact, and overlooked legacy of Anne of Denmark, wife of King James I of England (James VI of

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06:40

Why Did Tudor Execution Victims Praise the Monarch? |...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/05/09

Why did people like Anne Boleyn, George Boleyn, and Lady Jane Grey use their final words to praise the monarch who condemned them to die? Were they afraid? Following orders? Or was there something deeper at work? In this podvast, I explore the rituals, beliefs, and expectations behind execution speeches in the Tudor period. From religious symbolism to social pressure and political theatre, the scaffold was more than a place of death—it was a stage for legacy, loyalty, and salvation. Discover the

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04:24

The Mystery of Sir James Tyrell & The Princes in the...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/05/05

On this day in Tudor history, 6th May 1502, Sir James Tyrell met his end on Tower Hill—remembered not just as a royal servant, but as the man accused of murdering the Princes in the Tower. But did he really confess to killing Edward V and his brother? Or was his name dragged into a Tudor-era cover-up? In this podcast, we unravel the life, rise, and sudden fall of Sir James Tyrell—and examine the evidence (or lack of it) behind his alleged role in one of history’s most chilling unsolved

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03:16

Witchcraft, Storms, and a Marriage

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/04/30

The Marriage of James VI and Anne of Denmark A royal wedding… a stormy sea… and a witch hunt that would echo through history. When Anne of Denmark tried to sail to Scotland to join her new husband, King James VI, disaster struck. Fierce storms battered her fleet, whispers of witchcraft spread like wildfire, and before long, women were being accused, tortured, and executed. Was it just bad weather? Or was something more sinister at play? In this podcast, we explore the strange and stormy

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04:58

The Brutality Beyond Hanging, Drawing & Quartering

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/04/27

Think hanging, drawing and quartering was as bad as it got? Think again.In this chilling follow-up, we dive into some of the lesser-known but equally gruesome methods of execution used during the Tudor period. From boiling people alive to crushing them slowly under immense weight, the Tudors certainly knew how to make a statement. Join me as I explore these brutal punishments and the stories behind them. Some were designed to instil fear, others to send a clear political or religious

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03:50

The Full Traitor’s Death – Hanging, Drawing & Quartering

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/04/26

The Tudors were infamous for their brutal punishments, but none were more terrifying than the full traitor’s death—hanging, drawing, and quartering. Reserved for those guilty of high treason, this gruesome execution was designed not just to punish but to serve as a chilling warning to all. But what did it actually involve? Step by horrifying step, I’ll take you through the brutal process—from being dragged through the streets to the unimaginable suffering of disembowelment, and finally, the

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02:57

Burnt for His Beliefs

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/04/23

The Execution of George van Parris under Edward VIThe reign of Edward VI is often seen as a time of Protestant reform, but it was also a period of religious persecution. On 24th or 25th April 1551, George van Parris was burned at the stake—not for being Catholic, but for holding radical Protestant beliefs. A Flemish surgeon living in London, van Parris was condemned for Arianism, the belief that Jesus was created by God rather than being divine. His case was debated by some of the most powerful

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06:10

Tudor Wicked Women: Villains or Victims?

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/04/18

Tudor history is full of ‘wicked women’—but were they truly wicked, or simply women who refused to conform?From Anne Boleyn, accused of adultery and treason, to Catherine Howard, condemned for her past, and Lettice Knollys, who dared to marry Robert Dudley, history has painted many Tudor women as villains. But was their greatest crime simply being outspoken, ambitious, or politically savvy in a world that feared powerful women? Join me as I uncover the truth behind these so-called wicked women

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05:12

A Power-hungry Schemer

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/04/15

Anne Stanhope, Duchess of Somerset—ambitious, powerful, and controversial. History remembers her as arrogant and ruthless, but was she truly a villain, or simply a strong woman in a world that feared female power? As the wife of Edward Seymour, Lord Protector of England, Anne was the highest-ranking woman in the country after the queen. She influenced religious reform, controlled vast lands, and had a reputation for defending her status fiercely—even clashing with Katherine Parr, Henry VIII’s

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