Who was Yolande of Aragon, you ask? Only one of the most fascinating women in history. She was the Duchess of Anjou, Countess of Maine, and Queen of Naples. But she was more than just a political figure. Yolande was known for her intelligence and strategic thinking, often advising her husband and sons on matters of state. She was also a patron of the arts and a keen supporter of the poet Christine de Pisan. But perhaps Yolande's most interesting role was as a rumored practitioner of the dark art...
Nov 15, 2023•56 min•Season 7Ep. 6
Welcome back to episode 2 on the life of TINA TURNER, BABY! In today's episode, we're taking a look at the life and times of one of the most iconic musicians of all time, Tina Turner. Last we left her it was #FreeTina and she was leaving Ike Turner. Now she's ready to be a solo act. After splitting from Ike Turner, Tina was left to forge a path on her own. And for a few years there, she wasn't exactly living in the lap of luxury. Did y'all know Tina spent 2 years on food stamps? But with a power...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 7Ep. 3
It's spooky season and we are INTO IT! This episode is from the Patreon vault. We literally just googled "worlds most haunted castle" and ended up with Chillingham Castle! Chillingham Castle, where the walls talk, the floors creak, and the ghosts are...well, let's just say they're not all friendly. This medieval fortress in northern England is a favorite for history buffs, ghost hunters, and anyone who loves a good story. From the torture chamber to the great hall, every room is steeped in histo...
Oct 30, 2023•26 min
Today we are discussing the one and only Queen of Rock n Roll, Tina Turner. BUT OMG CONTENT WARNING, Y'ALL. If you are not in a place to listen to a story that includes a couple of different types of abuse, then this won't be the episode for you. Come back and meet up with us in 2 weeks when we discuss the second part of her life. Anyway. Born Anna Mae Bullock Nutbush, Tennessee in 1939, Turner's childhood wasn't exactly a chill one. Tina experienced abandonment from a young age, but found herse...
Oct 18, 2023•58 min•Season 7Ep. 4
Come with us into the Patreon vault. This episode was done when we were working on our Jane Seymour episode, but felt relevant after our Katherine Howard series too. Join us on a thrilling journey through time, as we uncover the captivating story of the Pilgrimage of Grace, a massive revolt that shook England in the 1500s. Robert Aske, a Yorkshire lawyer, led the charge against King Henry VIII's religious reforms, which aimed to break away from the Catholic Church. The rebellion brought together...
Oct 13, 2023•45 min
Admit it: you’re obsessed with royal families – watching them, gossiping about them, wanting to be them. It’s the stuff of fantasy. But for real-life royals, the crown jewels can be more like shiny handcuffs. There are expectations and rules – and if you break them, the consequences are big, and very public. And no, we’re not just talking about Harry and Meghan. There are royal families and wild royal tales from around the world and throughout history that you have never heard before. From Wonde...
Oct 06, 2023•8 min
We are back for our third and final installment of the Katherine Howard saga. A woman (girl?) who was queen of England for a very short time. In this episode, Katherine and Henry VIII take the Tudor court on a road trip! For the first time ever, Katherine gets to see parts of England she'd never seen before. This trip was after the ill-fated Pilgrimage of Grace, an uprising that went very poorly for a lot of people. So, this royal progress North was a big deal for Katherine and the rest of Engla...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr•Season 7Ep. 3
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Sep 27, 2023•43 min
Divorced, beheaded, died. Divorced... ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Don't Google it! We are back to get further into the Life of Katherine Howard, the scandelous fifth wife of Henry VIII, king of England. When we last left Katherine she had just moved to court to become a lady in waiting to the new Tudor queen, Anne of Cleves. But when the king realized he wasn't into his new queen, his eyes turned to Katherine. Who was like maybe 17 or 18. He was 50. It's gross. Before long, Katherine is the new queen and everythi...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr•Season 7Ep. 2
If you love stories about scandalous affairs in the Tudor dynasty, then buckle up buttercup because it's time to talk about Katherine Howard, fifth wife of the infamous Henry VIII of England. Katherine's life has a lot of ups and downs and in this episode we're looking at her early life. What was she like? What was her family life like? How did she end up where she did? Well, we're sipping a peachy cocktail and spilling the tea! In this episode, we discuss the tragic story of Queen Katherine How...
Sep 06, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 7Ep. 1
Born in 1515, Anne grew up in Germany and was the sister of the Duke of Cleves. In 1539, King Henry VIII was on the lookout for a new wife, and Anne was suggested as a suitable candidate. After seeing a portrait of Anne, Henry agreed to the marriage and Anne made her way to England to be wed. However, upon meeting Anne in person, Henry was disappointed with her appearance and the marriage was never consummated. Nevertheless, Anne remained in England and was granted a generous settlement by the k...
Sep 03, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Welcome to Tudor Week, where we dive into the captivating history of the Tudor Dynasty. Today's focus is on the second divorce of King Henry VIII of England, as depicted in the famous rhyme "Divorced. Beheaded. Died. Divorced. Beheaded. Survived." Specifically, we'll be exploring the life of Anne of Cleves, the fourth wife of Henry VIII. How did this relatively unknown German princess become a queen during one of the most tumultuous periods in English history? What started as a political allianc...
Sep 02, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Welcome back to Tudor week, where we are re-running all our episodes on the wives of King Henry VIII of England that we've covered so far. Next up, we have Jane Seymour. Jane Seymour was the third wife of King Henry VIII, and as she would say in SIX the Musical, "the only one he truly loved (rude)". Jane was a pretty left-field choice for a wife, but would be the one to finally give the aging king the son he wanted so bad. Jane Seymour didn't have the education of Anne Boleyn or Catherine of Ara...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 16 min
Welcome back to TUDOR WEEK! In this episode, originally from 2018, we dive into the final years of the one and only, Anne Boleyn. Anne Boleyn was a prominent figure in English history, known for her marriage to King Henry VIII but if given the chance we believe she could have been so, so much more. As Queen, Anne was a key figure in the English Reformation and was instrumental in the establishment of the Church of England. However, her time as Queen was tumultuous, and she faced many political e...
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 7 min
Who's that girl? It's Anne! Anne Boleyn is one of the most infamous figures in British history. Her short life is often defined by her marriage to King Henry VIII, her role in the English Reformation, and ultimately, her execution. However, in this episode (part of our Tudor Week celebration), we are taking it back to where it all began. At some place in some year. Yeah, record-keeping wasn't the best in the 16th century. Anne cut her teeth for politics and royal courts at one of the most presti...
Aug 30, 2023•59 min
In this episode rerun of our classic 2017 episode (omg we were podcasting babies) we delve into the captivating story of Catherine of Aragon and her tumultuous relationship with Henry VIII. We explore the intricacies of her marriages and the immense pressure she faced as she attempted to provide Henry with a much-desired male heir. Moreover, we uncover the profound religious factors that influenced their union, including Henry's significant break from Rome and the toll it took on Catherine. As w...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 12 min
We've got something a little different for you today! The Princes in the Tower is a historical mystery that has fascinated people for centuries. The princes are the two young sons of Edward IV of England who entered the Tower of London in 1483 and never seen again. Many believe they were murdered by their uncle, Richard III, who then became king. The mystery has inspired countless books, plays, and even movies. Despite the lack of concrete evidence, the story of the Princes in the Tower continue...
Aug 23, 2023•56 min
This episode is running on August 9, 2023. But on August 9, 803 Irene of Athens died after a very, very full and wild life. So, we thought we'd honor this imposing, smart and kinda scary lady by rerunning her episdoe today! Irene of Athens was the Byzantine empress who ruled from 797 to 802 AD. And guys, she was brutal. She was born in Athens, Greece and married Emperor Leo IV at a young age. That marriage wasn't great. The two had opposing religious views in a time and place where that wasn't s...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Have you heard of Mamie Phipps Clark? No? Well, that is a shame. So, grab a cocktail or a coffee and get ready for this mini-episode (originally from Patreon 2021) and learn about this amazing pioneer in psychology and civil rights. Mamie Phipps Clark was a pioneering black psychologist who made significant contributions to the study of race and its effects on child development. Along with her husband, Kenneth Clark, she conducted the landmark doll studies which showed the profound impact of seg...
Aug 02, 2023•33 min
Today we've got an episode from the Patreon vault. Over there, Katy jumps on the mic for solo episodes from time to time and does her best to bring you some more obscure stories that maybe you haven't heard anywhere else. And today, we're discussing Amy Dudley, the wife of Elizabeth I's favorite (and likely lover) Robert Dudley. There are so many discussions about the mysterious death of Amy Robsart Dudley, but so little is made about her life. So, we thought this would be an excellent time to d...
Jul 26, 2023•42 min
Shirley Anita Chisholm was an American politician who, in 1968, became the first Black woman to be elected to the United States Congress. Today, we delve into Shirley Chisholm's life, accomplishments, and struggles in politics, from her upbringing in Barbados and Brooklyn to DC and a congressional seat. Guess what. Being a woman in politics wasn't easy. And Shirley didn't pretend that she wasn't working with a "double handicap" as a Black woman. But hard headed Shirley never let the bastards get...
Jul 12, 2023•45 min
As we continue our summer break, today we're playing a really fun episode from Patreon 2022. Constance of Castile was a disputed Spanish princess who entered into a marriage with a man who was very much in love with someone else. Deep in our Katherine Swynford research, we found Constance intriguing and elusive, so we decided to dive in. What we found was a really interesting parallel to the events of her life and those of her husband's love life with his long-time mistress/ mother of a bunch of...
Jun 28, 2023•43 min
Get back in the time machine with us and go to August 2020, while we were all hyper fixating on our new COVID hobbies. And for us, that was astrology of famous historical couples. We analyze the rollercoaster relationship of historical figures Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon despite being opposing Cancer and Sagittarius signs. We chat about the practical relationship of Diane de Poitiers and Henry II of France despite being from opposing elements. Moving on, we highlight the low compatibility...
Jun 21, 2023•40 min
If you Google the name Lavinia Fisher, you see stories about America's first female serial killer. But does she actually deserve the honor? Tune into an episode from the Patreon vault, all the way back from summer 2021. We talk old south, hangings, conspiracies and ghosts. Lavinia was known for her charm and good looks, which she allegedly used to lure men into her inn and then drug them with a potent mixture of alcohol and opium. Once the victims were unconscious, Lavinia and her husband would ...
Jun 14, 2023•53 min
And we're back to finish up the story of the nearly legendary Rani of Jhansi, aka Rani Lakshmibai. (You can listen to part 1 here) When we last left her, she was a new widow in an uncertain time while the rebellion was spreading through India as the 1857 Indian rebellion grew more widespread. But our girl did not start out a revolutionary. In fact, if things had gone just slightly differently she would have never rebelled at all. This episode delves into the debates around whether the Rani of Jh...
May 31, 2023•59 min•Season 6Ep. 18
Have you ever heard of Rani of Jhansi? She's sometimes referred to as India's Joan of Arc, so you know we're discussing a Warrior Queen Rani of Jhansi, also known as Rani Lakshmibai, was one of the most prominent figures in the Indian Rebellion of 1857. But today, we're learning about how she got there. She was born in 1828 in Varanasi, India (probably?). Manu (as her family called her) was a Scorpio and it shows. Hard headed to the core with an independent streak, the future Rani of Jhansi did ...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 6Ep. 17
Today, we are here to give a little Respect to a queen we think you’re really going to love. No, not our usual kind of queen, but just as fascinating. She may not have had a coronation, but she is regal through and through. Of course, we’re talking about the one and only Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Her story is one of ups and downs and lots… and LOTS of Katy and Nathan singing off-key (since we are far too poor to afford the rights to the actual music) (guys, we’re really sorry). And what’s ...
May 03, 2023•1 hr 22 min
Welcome back as we, sadly, wrap up the story of the icon that is Selena Quintanilla. The Queen of Tejano. In this episode Selena wins a grammy, gets married and opens two boutiques. Literally everything she had worked towards her entire life was working out and she was on the brink of super stardom. You can find both parts in this series on our website. Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact [email protected] if you would like to advertise on our podca...
Apr 19, 2023•56 min•Season 6Ep. 15
Selena Quintanilla, Queen of Tejano music, makes our little Texan hearts sing. Born in Lake Jackson, Texas in the early 1970's, little Selena became the singer of her family's band at just six years old. And once she started singing, she never stopped. She was told that she'd never make it big because Tejano fans didn't like girl singers. And boy oh boy did she prove the boys club wrong. We pair this episode with a delicious take on a margarita. Drink responsibly, y'all! You can head to episode ...
Apr 05, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 14
When we last left Grace O'Malley (aka Grainne) she was out there running the seas of Western Ireland. And in part 2... yeah not a lot has changed. Grainne has gone down in history as a formidable woman, but one that was very much nearly lost to history. So, what is it about the Pirate Queen of Ireland? What did she do that made people want to erase her from the record? Besides.... ya know. Be a pirate? Some sources: https://www.worldhistory.org/Grace_O'Malley/ http://thehistorychicks.com/episode...
Mar 22, 2023•58 min•Season 6Ep. 13
