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52:43

Louise of Savoy (Patreon rerun)

Queens Podcast ·

2024/08/07

The Political Brilliance of Louise of SavoyJoin Katy & Nathan as they revisit an intriguing episode from the Patreon feed, diving deep into the life of Louise of Savoy. Louise was a total 16th-century boss in France, playing political chess while her son, King Francis I, was off being king. Today we're talking about her early life, her power move marriage, and how she bossed up as a widow. She and Margaret of Austria were like the dynamic duo of diplomacy, hammering out the Treaty of Cambrai. So,

47:32

Duchess Marie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin

Queens Podcast ·

2024/07/24

Marie of Mecklenburg: The Bold Grand Duchess Who Defied and ThrivedToday we are telling the tale of a grand duchess with an attitude Marie of Mecklenburg! She's the only Romanoff who managed to give the Bolshevik Revolution the slip with all her bling intact. We'll chat about her early days, her match with Vladimir Alexandrovich, and the glitz, gossip, and power moves of their ritzy life. This one is a patreon rerun after the Mathilde Kschessinska episode we did in 2022. Enjoy! Time

46:47

Matilda of Scotland (Patreon episode)

Queens Podcast ·

2024/07/10

Join us on this Patreon exclusive episode from 2022 episode that went hand in hand with our 3-part Empress Matilda series.In this episode we're discussing Empress Matilda's mom, Matilda of Scotland. We talk about her saintly pedigree, her bumpy journey to becoming queen of England and all she did in her life to make her one of the most popular queens of her time. Enjoy, y'alll! Time stamps: 01:32 Introducing Matilda of Scotland 02:21 Matilda's Early Life and Family 11:41 Education at the

64:26

Pride Month: Christina of Sweden part 2

Queens Podcast ·

2024/06/27

Brace yourselves for this juicy episode of Queen's Podcast where Nathan and Katy spill the tea on the heck of a ride that was Christina of Sweden's life - part two! This queen's life was no snoozefest - think lavish parties with wine flowing from fountains, a theater for the ladies in Rome, and a whole lot of rule-breaking. So buckle up, queens, as we dive into her reign, her dramatic exit from royalty, her Roman escapades, and her legacy as the original hipster queen who loved stirring the pot

50:26

Pride Month: Christina of Sweden part 1

Queens Podcast ·

2024/06/26

Welcome back, beautiful queens! It's time to celebrate Pride Month with the wild tales of Christina of Sweden, a real royal rebel. We're talking birthrights, family drama, and a little bit of rule-breaking in this first of two episodes.Christina became Queen of Sweden at a very young age after the popular rule of her father, Gustav. But as she navigates the world during her regency she has to figure out who she can trust and learns that she likes breaking a rule or two. Timestamps: 00:47 Meet

72:31

Pride Month: Freddie Mercury

Queens Podcast ·

2024/06/20

The Legend of Freddie Mercury: Queens Podcast ChroniclesWelcome back to the next episode of our June Pride Month party. Today, we're taking you back to 2018, when we discussed the one and only Freddie Mercury, darling. This episode's all about Freddie's start in the world, his school days, and that little band you may have heard of, Queen. We chat about his larger-than-life persona on stage, the people he loved, his journey with his identity and his fight against AIDS. We'll take you on Queen's

57:15

Pride Month: Ludwig II of Bavaria

Queens Podcast ·

2024/06/12

The Eccentric Life and Mysterious Death of Ludwig II of BavariaKaty and Nathan are back with a Pride Month special, and it's all about Ludwig II of Bavaria - the 'Swan King'. This dude was all about the arts, built some seriously extra castles, and had a personal life that was... complicated (to say the least). We're diving deep into his life - his obsession with Wagner's operas, that engagement that didn't quite make it, and all the political drama. Plus, we're tackling the controversial mystery

68:06

Pride Month: Hortense Mancini

Queens Podcast ·

2024/06/05

Are y'all ready for an adventure? This episode of the Queen's Podcast is about to take you on a wild ride through the life of Hortense Mancini—an absolute 17th-century icon if there ever was one whose life story could rival any soap opera.From her early days in Rome to her nightmare of a marriageHortense's life was anything but boring. From Parisian it-girl to mistress of the King of England this story has it all. So grab your strawberry mimosas and get ready for a wild ride. Time stamps:

74:24

Evita: Eva Perón part 2

Queens Podcast ·

2024/05/29

Evita Perón: The Legacy and Legends of Argentina's Controversial First LadyWelcome everyone to the season 7 finale. Today we're wrapping up the fascinating life and legacy of Eva Perón, the one and only Evita. Join us as we chat about her politically wild life, her passion for social reforms, and yes, her controversial ties to fascism. We'll also cover the bizarre and unsettling journey of Evita's embalmed body—because her story is nothing short of chaotic and cult-like. Time stamps 00:00 Welcome

54:04

Evita: Eva Perón part 1

Queens Podcast ·

2024/05/15

Welcome to our last queen of season 7, Evita aka Eva Perón.Eva Peron is probably one of the most famous names to come out of Argentina. We know she's controversial! But, before she was Evita, she was an insecure little girl from a small town. Life was not easy, but our girl made the best out of life. In this episode we'll talk her humble beginnings and see her move to the big city of Buenos Aires to make her dreams come true. 01:07 Introducing Eva Perón: Argentina's Controversial First Lady 02:04

59:00

Rerun: Katherine Swynford for Mistress week

Queens Podcast ·

2024/05/01

It's mistress week and today we are talking rags to riches (kind of) in this Cinderalla story (that also includes like... so much adultery). The Katherine Swynford story. Katherine Swynford is often considered the mother of the Tudor dynasty and the ancestress of another Queens Podcast alumni, Margaret Beaufort. We think you're going to love episode regardless of if you're listening to it for the first or fifth time! Nathan pairs this episode with a spicy margarity while Katy pairs it with a

59:13

Rerun: Diane de Poitiers for Mistress Week

Queens Podcast ·

2024/04/26

We are doing a mini-mistresses week and first up is the first Royal Mistress we ever covered. Now, Diane wasn't just any royal mistress, she was the royal mistress. From her iconic fountain of youth (was it really just the water, Diane?), to her savvy political maneuvers that would make Machiavelli take notes, we're uncovering the life of the woman who became the envy and idol of France.. So grab your crown, pour yourself a glass of your finest wine, and join us as we explore the life of Diane de

54:10

Princess Nest: The Welsh Helen of Troy

Queens Podcast ·

2024/04/17

Princess Nest aka Nest ferch Rhys came from a very long line of Welsh warriors and kings. However, in her lifetime things took a big shift.There is more that we DON'T know about her life, but what we know for certain is that she is one of the only women from medieval Wales to be more than a passing footnote in history. In fact, it's said that her beauty caused a civil war. Okay, no. Men started the civil war, but whatever. That's not as poetic. But does she deserve the title of the Welsh Helen of

61:52

Kosem Sultan part 2

Queens Podcast ·

2024/04/03

When we last left Kosem Sultan, she was already super powerful, but with the death of her eldest son, Murad IV, she's now about to start a life of a new kind of power under her unwell son, Ibrahim. Ibrahim, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire has gone down in history as Ibrahim the Mad, soooo.....Kosem, a woman who redefined 'boss lady' in the Ottoman Empire, found herself navigating through a maze of challenges that would make anyone's head spin. So, grab your cocktails and join us as we unpack the juicy

51:07

Kösem Sultan, part 1

Queens Podcast ·

2024/03/20

Exploring the Early Life of Kösem Sultan: The Rise of a Legendary FigureKösem Sultan's journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the most powerful and influential women in Ottoman history is truly remarkable. Born in humble surroundings, she navigated the complex world of the Ottoman court with grace and determination, ultimately leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire us today. Join us as we delve into the captivating early life of this extraordinary queen. Timestamps:

64:58

Dagmar of Denmark, Maria Feodorovna Part 3

Queens Podcast ·

2024/03/06

Dagmar of Denmark: From Empress to ExileWe are back for part 3 of the life of Dagmar of Denmark, aka Maria Feodorovna, empress of Russia. Her son, Nicholas, is now tsar and it doesn't go great for anyone. In this episode we'll discuss the complicated tightrope Dagmar had to walk as both mother and chief political advisor in a difficult time to be a royal. We'll also go into Rasputin's role in her life as well as a life in exile (spoiler alert!). Timestamps 00:31 The Hosts' Banter and Patreon

61:24

Dagmar of Denmark, Maria Feodorovna Part 2

Queens Podcast ·

2024/02/21

We are back for part 2 in our 3 part series on Dagmar of Denmark aka Alexandra Feodorovna, the second to last Tsarina of Russia. From train disasters, dramatic love affairs, royal weddings, to assassination attempts – this episode is filled to the brim. So, hold onto your seats y'all as we jump back into Motha Russia.Time stamps: 00:46 Diving into Russian History: The Story of Dagmar 04:22 Dagmar's Transition to Russian Life 07:03 Dagmar's Family Life and Challenges 21:56 The Assassination

32:15

Katy's Corner rerun: Alexander III of Russia

Queens Podcast ·

2024/02/19

This is a Patreon Katy's Corner episode from 2022! In which Katy discusses the complicated dude, Alexander III of Russia. This is meant to compliment our Dagmar of Denmark episode where we won't go into his politics too much. So, in case that's something you want to know more about, check it out here. Time stamps 00:00 Introduction to the Episode 00:50 Exploring the Life of Alexander III of Russia 02:22 The Complex Personality of Alexander III 02:23 Alexander III's Early Life and Ascension to the

61:39

Galentines Day Special: Duchess of Devonshire Part 2

Queens Podcast ·

2024/02/14

Happy Galentines Day, everyone! Today we are revisiting the life of the fashion icon and all-around controversial lady, Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire. This episode is originally from 2020 when we first met and fell absolutely in love with the complicated woman that is Georgiana. This is part 2 of that series In this episode we'll get into the politics, the drama and the threesome relationship between Georgiana, Bess Foster and the Duke of Devonshire. Content warning for eating

50:54

Galentines Day Special: Duchess of Devonshire Part 1

Queens Podcast ·

2024/02/13

Happy Galentines Day, everyone! Today we are revisiting the life of the fashion icon and all-around controversial lady, Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire. This episode is originally from 2020 when we first met and fell absolutely in love with the complicated woman that is Georgiana. We explore the fascinating early life of one of England's most glamorous and controversial women - Georgiana Duchess of Devonshire. From her unconventional upbringing to her marriage to the Duke of Devonshire

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