Tudor History with Claire Ridgway
Hosted by Claire Ridgway · Claire Ridgway
4.6from 109 ratings
- 1,191
- Episodes
- 23
- Transcribed
- 109
- Ratings
- Monthly
- Cadence
- 2019
- First episode
- 17M
- YouTube views
About 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 political manoeuvring that shaped England forever. Discover daily Tudor history with fascinating “On This Day” episodes — unique insights you won’t find in typical history books. Get behind-the-scenes stories from Claire’s own research trips to historic sites like the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Hever Castle, and more. Enjoy interviews with top historians and experts in Tudor studies, plus lively Q&A sessions tackling listeners’ burning Tudor questions. 🖋 Who is Claire Ridgway? Claire is the author of the bestselling On This Day in Tudor History series and numerous other Tudor books loved by readers around the world. She founded The Tudor Society, connecting enthusiasts with experts through live online events, and runs the hugely popular history websites The Anne Boleyn Files and www.ClaireRidgway.com. Her mission: to uncover the human stories behind the crown — the hopes, fears, and triumphs of not only kings and queens but also the courtiers, rebels, and ordinary people who lived under the Tudor rose. What can you expect? Gripping accounts of famous events like the Field of Cloth of Gold, the Dissolution of the Monasteries, or the Babington Plot. Intimate portraits of Tudor figures: Anne Boleyn’s charm and downfall, Thomas Cromwell’s rise and brutal fall, Elizabeth I’s cunning survival. Dark mysteries and unsolved deaths Who really killed Amy Robsart? Was Katherine Howard truly guilty? Special episodes on Tudor fashion, food, medicine, and the day-to-day lives of Tudor men and women. Join thousands of Tudor fans worldwide Never miss an episode — subscribe now and become part of a global community that can’t get enough of Tudor drama. Explore more with Claire’s books, free resources, and live historical events at www.ClaireRidgway.com. Ready to travel back 500 years? Press play and let the adventure begin.
- Publisher
- Claire Ridgway
- Category
- history · society & culture
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 23 Jun 2019
- Latest episode
- 6 Aug 2026
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Was Henry VIII really catfished by Anne of Cleves?
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Was Henry VIII really catfished by Anne of Cleves?
Published 29 Jul 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] Then, after Holbein had painted Anne, we have an English ambassador commenting on the accuracy of his work. And later, once Anne was actually travelling to England and Englishmen were able to meet her and see her for themselves, we don't find them suddenly warning Henry that the woman in front of them looked nothing like the woman Holbein had painted. In fact, one of Henry's own senior courtiers described Anne as an excellent beauty, just as she'd been reported to be. So what I want to do in this video is put aside everything that happened later in Henry and Anne's relationship and look specifically at the evidence that Henry had before he met Anne. […]
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