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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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5:09

The Brilliant Cambridge Scholar History Forgot

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/11/02

On this day in Tudor history, 3rd November 1568, a remarkable mind was lost to the world of learning.Nicholas Carr, physician, classical scholar, and Regius Professor of Greek at Cambridge, died after a lifetime devoted to scholarship and teaching. Though his name is rarely remembered today, Carr stood among the generation of Tudor humanists who kept the flame of classical learning burning, following in the footsteps of John Cheke and Roger Ascham, and ensuring that Greek studies remained central

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56:05

The Mind Behind the Videos: An Interview with Claire...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/11/01

What inspired me to dedicate my life to Anne Boleyn and the Tudors? Why did I move to Spain? And yes — what do my tattoos mean? In this special behind-the-scenes interview, my husband Tim takes the interviewer’s seat and asks me questions submitted by our amazing YouTube members. From my early fascination with Tudor history to the unexpected journey that led to The Anne Boleyn Files and The Tudor Society, we chat about how a lifelong passion turned into a full-time career sharing history with the

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9:20

Did Henry VIII Really Sacrifice Jane Seymour? The...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/31

When Queen Jane Seymour gave birth to Prince Edward on 12th October 1537, and sadly died on 24th October. From celebrations to tragedy in just 12 days. For centuries, a dark rumour has followed this story: that Henry VIII ordered surgeons to cut Jane open to deliver their son, sacrificing his queen for an heir. It’s a tale that fits Henry’s reputation for ruthlessness perfectly… but did it ever happen? In this episode, I dive into the real Tudor evidence — from Nicholas Sander’s anti-Henry

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5:21

What Halloween Was Really Like in Tudor England

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/30

Forget pumpkins and plastic skeletons, in Tudor England, Halloween was sacred. On 31st October, All Hallows’ Eve marked the start of Hallowtide, a three-day festival blending pagan Samhain customs with Christian devotion: - All Hallows’ Eve (Halloween) – ringing bells, lighting bonfires, wearing masks to ward off spirits, and “souling” for cakes to pray for the dead. - All Saints’ Day (1 November) – honouring every saint and martyr in heaven. - All Souls’ Day (2 November) – remembering all the

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8:16

Did Elizabeth I Have a Secret Baby? Roger Ascham’s...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/29

On this day in Tudor history, 30th October 1566, Queen Elizabeth I’s former tutor, Roger Ascham, wrote her a long, heartfelt letter of praise and moral guidance. Centuries later, this same letter would be twisted into something sensational, supposed proof that Elizabeth secretly married Robert Dudley and bore a child… the future philosopher Francis Bacon. But what did Ascham actually write? And how did a pious letter about kingship, learning, and virtue become “evidence” for a royal scandal? In

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6:55

Mary, Queen of Scots: Martyr, Heroine… or Traitor?

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/28

On this day in Tudor history, 29 October 1586, Parliament met to decide the fate of Mary, Queen of Scots, just days after she was found guilty of conspiring to assassinate Queen Elizabeth I. Their verdict was clear: the queen’s own cousin and fellow sovereign must die. But more than four centuries later, the question still burns: was Mary a martyr, a tragic heroine, or a traitor? I’m historian and author Claire Ridgway, and in today’s episode we’ll revisit the tense weeks between Mary’s trial at

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6:19

The Man Who Survived Them All: Sir John Gage and the...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/27

On this day in Tudor history, 28 October 1479, a man was born who would rise to the highest offices of state, and somehow survive the reigns of four Tudor monarchs. I’m historian and author Claire Ridgway, and today I’m talking about Sir John Gage: soldier, administrator, and courtier to Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI, and Mary I. Gage’s life was a masterclass in cautious loyalty. He held the keys to the Tower of London, helped dissolve the monasteries, investigated conspiracies, and stood at

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6:19

The Bonfire That Helped Spread the English Bible

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/26

Imagine trying to stop a book so hard… you end up funding its next edition.On this day, 27 October 1526, Bishop Cuthbert Tunstall ordered copies of William Tyndale’s English New Testament to be burned at St Paul’s Cathedral. The goal: to stop heresy and control what the people could read. But Tunstall’s crackdown had an unexpected twist. To destroy the books, he had to buy them first, money that reportedly paid for Tyndale’s next, improved edition. I’m historian and author Claire Ridgway, and in

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14:02

Did Henry VIII Cover Up a Violent Crime for Thomas...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/25

He was handsome, charming, and one of Henry VIII’s most trusted courtiers, until he fell from grace with Queen Catherine Howard. But whispers survive of a darker story: an accusation of violence, a royal pardon, and a crime that seemed to vanish from the record. Was Thomas Culpeper guilty of a shocking offence, and did Henry VIII himself protect him from justice? Or was this just dangerous Tudor gossip, muddled by the existence of two Thomas Culpepers at court? Join me as I investigate one of

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The Sound of Elizabethan England: In Conversation...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/24

Step back into the sound world of Elizabethan England. In this exclusive interview, I talk to Jane Moulder, musician, researcher, instrument maker, and founding member of PIVA: The Renaissance Collective, about their stunning new album, The Faerie Round: Music from the Time of Elizabeth I. Together, we explore how Renaissance music was performed, what instruments were used, and how PIVA brings authentic Tudor soundscapes to life for modern audiences. In this conversation: The origins of PIVA and

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13:30

Jane Seymour’s Death - A Deep Dive into the causes

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/23

When Jane Seymour gave birth to Henry VIII’s long-awaited son, England rejoiced. Bells rang, bonfires blazed, and Henry finally had his male heir.But just twelve days later, the joy turned to sorrow, Queen Jane Seymour was dead. For centuries, her death has been shrouded in confusion and myth. Some say she died after a Caesarean section. Others, childbed fever. Alison Weir believes food poisoning and an embolism were to blame. In this episode, I take a closer look at the evidence, exploring

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6:28

The Human Cost of the Dissolution

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/22

On this day in Tudor history, 23 October 1538, a frightened monk put pen to paper as the world he knew collapsed.Thomas Goldwell, prior of Christ Church, Canterbury, wrote a desperate letter to Thomas Cromwell, Henry VIII’s chief adviser and the man overseeing the Dissolution of the Monasteries. Goldwell begged to keep his “poor lodging” for life, adding the heartbreaking words: “I would rather die than live, if it were God’s pleasure.” I’m historian and author Claire Ridgway, and today I’ll

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6:18

The Tudor Fixer Who Changed Ireland Forever

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/21

On this day in Tudor history, 22 October 1521, Sir Edward Poynings, soldier, administrator, and diplomat,died at his manor of Westenhanger in Kent. He’s not a household name, but if you’ve ever heard of “Poynings’ Law,” you already know his legacy. I’m historian and author Claire Ridgway, and in today’s episode we meet the Kentish gentleman who helped Henry VII restore royal control in Ireland, hunted pirates off the Flemish coast, and later steered diplomacy for Henry VIII. From rebellion and

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3:29

The Tragic Fall of John Dudley

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/20

On this day in Tudor history, 21 October 1554, John Dudley, 2nd Earl of Warwick, died at Penshurst in Kent, just days after being released from the Tower of London. The son of John Dudley, Duke of Northumberland, and brother of Robert Dudley and Guildford Dudley, Warwick was born to power and promise. Knight of the Bath, Master of the Horse, and one of Edward VI’s glittering young courtiers, his rise seemed assured. But the failed attempt to place Lady Jane Grey on the throne destroyed the

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6:31

Anne Boleyn’s Forgotten Secretary: John Uvedale, the...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/19

Most people know Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, and Thomas Cromwell, but not the man who kept their orders moving, their money counted, and their papers straight. John Uvedale (or Woodall) royal service took him from Henry VII to Edward VI, and he even held the title of secretary to Queen Anne Boleyn. He worked the border wars, the Council of the North, and the quiet engine room of Tudor power: the Exchequer. On this day in Tudor history, 20 October 1549, he died after nearly fifty years of service

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5:42

The Real Face of Elizabeth I

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/18

When you picture Elizabeth I, you probably imagine the Armada or Ditchley portraits - alabaster skin, red wig, pearls, and poise.But how close were those famous images to the real Elizabeth? In this episode, I trace the evolution of her image, from the poised princess of the 1540s to the ageless Virgin Queen of legend, using eyewitness accounts, surviving portraits, and the propaganda that shaped her face for history. Who was the woman beneath the heavy makeup and myth? Discover the features that

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Tudor Tips for Modern Burnout — Laura Loney on Calm,...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/17

Feeling rushed and over-screened? Author Laura Loney joins me to share Tudor-inspired ways to slow down—from cosy crafts and communal rituals to simple “micro-swaps” you can try this week. We talk about her festive collaboration with illustrator Kathryn Holeman on ’Twas the Night Before Tudor Christmas, and her witty, useful new book In Praise of Tudor (100 ideas to bring Tudor calm to modern chaos). In this conversation: How a Canadian fell for the Tudors, and who hooked her first 'Twas the

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3:17

The Woman Behind the Cobham Family Portrait

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/16

On this day in Tudor history, 17 October 1592, Frances Brooke, Lady Cobham died and was buried at Cobham in Kent. You may already know her face: she appears in the famous Cobham Family Portrait of 1567, that beautiful Elizabethan painting capturing an entire household, from Frances and her husband to six of their children. I’m historian and author Claire Ridgway, and in today’s episode I’ll introduce you to the woman behind the portrait: a loyal attendant who moved through the very heart of

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4:53

The English Cardinal Who Backed Spain’s Invasion of...

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/15

On this day in Tudor history, 16 October 1594, Cardinal William Allen died in exile in Rome. To Catholics, he was the shepherd who kept the old faith alive. To Elizabeth I’s government, he was a traitor who conspired with England’s enemies. I’m historian and author Claire Ridgway, and today we’re exploring the life of the man who founded the English colleges at Douai, Reims, and Rome; who helped bring the Douai-Reims Bible into print; and who sent secret missionary priests back to England, knowing

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55:46

Arthur Tudor: The King We Lost

Tudor History with Claire Ridgway ·

2025/10/15

Before Henry VIII, there was another heir. Prince Arthur Tudor, Prince of Wales, married to Katharine of Aragon, and dead at fifteen. In this interview, Gareth Streeter (author of Arthur, Prince of Wales: Henry VIII’s Lost Brother and founder of Royal History Geeks) explores the prince’s real life beyond the footnotes. We discuss: - Why Arthur, not Henry, was central to Henry VII’s vision & propaganda - Reconstructing the Arthur–Katharine marriage - The big one: consummation, weighing

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