Dr. Emma and I explore the powerful women who shaped Henry VIII’s world. While history often highlights the men who influenced him, today we turn our attention to the fierce and formidable women who whispered in the ear of a king.

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Host: Rebecca Larson

Guest: Dr. Emma Cahill Marron

In this episode, we explore Tony Riches' Bess – Tudor Gentlewoman, uncovering the life of Bess Throckmorton, a woman who captured Sir Walter Raleigh's heart and played a subtle yet powerful role in the Tudor court. Riches’ book reveals the secrets, ambition, and quiet strength of this fascinating figure in Elizabethan history.

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Host: Rebecca Larson

Guest: Tony Riches

Anne Neville’s life was anything but ordinary. Born to the powerful “Kingmaker” Earl of Warwick, she survived exile, two royal marriages, civil war, and the loss of a son—ultimately becoming Queen of England beside Richard III. In this episode, we uncover the remarkable journey of a woman often overlooked in history, yet whose story reveals the quiet strength and resilience required to survive one of England’s most turbulent eras.

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Narrator: Rebecca Larson

Researched & Written by: Emily Airey