British History: Royals, Rebels, and Romantics

She lived in a world of conflict and experienced the reigns of five Kings of England. And despite her challenges, she navigated a chaotic world and helped establish the dynasty that would change England, Europe, and the world. Lauren Johnson joins us to discuss her book Margaret Beaufort: Survivor, Rebel, Kingmaker.

Lauren Johnson
@history_Lauren
Public historian and author
So Great a Prince: The Accession of Henry VIII 1509
Shadow King: The Life and Death of Henry VII
Margaret Beaufort: Survivor, Rebel, Kingmaker

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
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The Tudors by Numbers
Courting the Virgin Queen

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Henry VIII's "Great Matter" was based on his obsession with getting a male heir. As Helene Harrison points out in her latest book, this involved more than his desire to marry Anne Boleyn. Helene joins us to discuss everything and everyone involved in the King's quest for an heir.

Helene Harrison
https://tudorblogger.com/
Now of Substack! https://tudorblogger.substack.com/
 @tudorblogger
Henry VIII's Quest for an Heir: The King's Great Matter
The Many Faces of Anne Boleyn: Interpreting Image and Perception
Tudor Executions
Elizabethan Rebellions

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
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The Tudors by Numbers
Courting the Virgin Queen

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Part of the Royals, Rebels, and Romantics Leadership Series, this episode explores the ways leaders make choices. Carol Ann looks at how pressures of crisis and potential crisis can lead to choices that lead to more chaos instead of solutions. Brutus, Antony, and Caesar can teach leaders about stepping back to move forward.

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
https://carolannlloyd.com/
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The Tudors by Numbers
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Caroline of Brunswick might be the most fascinating woman we never talk about! Her life was full of accusations of scandals, trials for adultery, accusations of illegitimate children--and she was barred from her own coronation. Author, historian, and podcaster Ann Foster brings us into the world of the Regency to explore the life of a powerful and overlooked woman, Caroline of Brunswick.

Ann Foster
https://annfosterwriter.com/ 
https://www.instagram.com/vulgarhistorypod/ 
Podcast: https://vulgarhistory.com/ 
Rebel of the Regency: The Scandalous Saga of Caroline of Brunswick

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
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Being a royal princess in early Medieval England was not just about the clothes and jewels. These young women were intelligent ambassadors for the kingdoms they came from and essential players in their new homes. Sharon Bennett Connolly takes us into the world of court politics and intrigue!

Sharon Bennett Connolly
https://historytheinterestingbits.com/
Princesses of the Early Middle Ages
Scotland’s Medieval Queens
Heroines of the Tudor World
Women of the Anarchy
And many, many more!
https://x.com/Thehistorybits
https://www.instagram.com/sharonbennettconnolly/ 

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
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Welcome Heather Teysko, the woman who turned an interest and passion for the Tudors into a fabulous 3-day event: Tudorcon!

Heather Teysko
https://www.englandcast.com/contact/
https://tudorcon.englandcast.com/
https://tudorfair.com/
https://www.englandcast.com/courses/

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
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https://bookshop.org/shop/carolann
The Tudors by Numbers
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We think we know the story of Anne Boleyn and her family. But what went on behind closed doors? In her new novel, Tracy Borman explores the personal side of the Boleyns: their rivals, their supporters, and the years that changed England forever.

Tracy Borman, OBE
https://www.tracyborman.co.uk/
Details on 2026 Theatre Tour: http://tracybormanlive.co.uk/ 
https://x.com/TracyBorman
https://www.instagram.com/tracy.borman/
The House of Boleyn
Stolen Crown
And many more!

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
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https://bookshop.org/shop/carolann
The Tudors by Numbers
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Shakespeare's Richard II clung to his crown as if it could transform him. Henry V took off his royal robes to focus on his people. Shakespeare shows the difference between clinging to power and taking responsibility.

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
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https://bookshop.org/shop/carolann
The Tudors by Numbers
Courting the Virgin Queen

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The history of Medieval Europe is shaped by the women--wives, mothers, daughter, sisters who wielded power, made alliances, governed areas and nations. Susan Abernethy joins us to discuss the women who shaped the Medieval world.

Susan Abernethy

The Freelance History Writer https://thefreelancehistorywriter.com/ 

Charles II’s Portuguese Queen: The Legacy of Catherine of Braganza

The Formidable Women of Medieval Europe: Power and Patronage at the Burgundian Court

Both available from https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/ , https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/home 

Twitter: @SusanAbernethy2

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susan.abernethy 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-abernethy-16b57340/ 

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
https://carolannlloyd.com/
https://patreon.com/carolannlloyd
https://bookshop.org/shop/carolann
The Tudors by Numbers
Courting the Virgin Queen

Become a Royal, Rebel, or a Romantic!

History reveals what's possible.

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This year, the US is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Despite his limited powers, George III is the focus of grievances the Americans expressed as they demanded independence. George Washington lead the Continental Army and then the nation. The story of two Georges is the story of America.

Carol Ann Lloyd
TEDx talk: 3 Leadership Secrets from Shakespeare
@shakeuphistory
https://carolannlloyd.com/
https://patreon.com/carolannlloyd
https://bookshop.org/shop/carolann
The Tudors by Numbers
Courting the Virgin Queen

Become a Royal, Rebel, or a Romantic!

History reveals what's possible.

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History reveals what's possible.