British History Podcast

Exploring British History through stories, people and places.
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British History Podcast

Join your host, Philippa Lacey Brewell, for historian interviews and live chats. philippab.substack.com

  1. British History Live!

    6 DAYS AGO

    British History Live!

    Philippa is back, at a new time, for The British History Live Show, a live show discussing history stories and history in the news, every 2 weeks at 6:30pm UK time. This week sees the anniversaries of the coronation of England's Danish King Canute, the death of Edward the Confessor and the coronation of Harold Godwinson. Philippa discusses how Canute came to power in the beginning, how he elevated Earl Godwin to a point that saw his son as the natural successor to Edward the Confessor and who came in between. Also, “who was the real Uhtred?” plus new features: history in the news, history events and what abomination AI created for Philippa this week! Do you have a niggling question? Let me see if I can explain it in 3 minutes! Paying Substack subscribers can comment below to suggest atopic for me to explain in 3 minutes! (Patreon members please head to our dedicate chat within Patreon to do the same), Links mentioned: Wars of the Roses Online History Festival: https://warsoftheroses.eventbrite.co.uk British History Patreon: Patreon.com/BritishHistory Philippa's Substack: https://substack.com/@britishhistory Stories covered: New way to DNA test bones: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyx9nv4mleo Stonehenge may have had a political second use: https://www.popularmechanics.com/science/archaeology/a63252376/stonehenge-politcal-meaning/ British History is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 2m
  2. The Infamous Mistress of Charles II | Barbara Villiers

    10/23/2024

    The Infamous Mistress of Charles II | Barbara Villiers

    Barbara Villiers was Charles II's mistress from the time he became King (perhaps before) at the Restoration in 1660. I talked to Andrea Zuvich, the author of a new book 'Ravenous! Charles II's Most Infamous Mistress, Barbara Villiers' about Barbara's colourful life! Paid Substack subscribers have early access to this podcast episode. It will go on general release on 23rd October 2024 where it can also be seen on Youtube at Youtube.com/BritishHistory. Bonus content on Patreon.com/BritishHistory. Membership perks also includes the opportunity to submit your own questions for future guests. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 14m
  3. Live with Gareth Russell ahead of The Rise of the Tudors Tour

    09/18/2024

    Live with Gareth Russell ahead of The Rise of the Tudors Tour

    Today I am joined live by historian, author and presenter, Gareth Russell (from a cafe so apologies in advance for the poor sound quality in parts) ahead of The Rise of the Tudors Tour which we are hosting from 21st-27th September. Hear about where we are going and who is joining us along the way. Follow the tour on Instagram @british_history_tours. Book a tour at www.BritishHistoryTours.com. Get priority booking by becoming a member of my Patreon at Patreon.com/BritishHistory . Hear about tours as they are launched by signing up for free to this substack. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe

    38 min
  4. The Best Places to explore Roman Britain

    09/11/2024

    The Best Places to explore Roman Britain

    This week I was chatting about the best places, accessible to the public, for exploring Roman Britain. We are fortunate in that there are many to choose from so I have selected a number, spread across England and Wales which are available to visit and give incredible insight into life in the far reaches of the Roman Empire! Join me each week at 3pm (UK time) for a relaxed history chat, themed each week around a topic. . You can get exclusive content in my Patreon at Patreon.com/BritishHistory . You can join one of my history tours at www.BritishHistoryTours.com This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe

    54 min

  5. 09/04/2024

    The Rainbow Portrait

    Today I covered my recent private tour of Hatfield House where I was able to view the recently restored 'Rainbow Portrait' of Elizabeth I. I go into the symbolism and meaning in this famous image of the final Tudor monarch. Mentioned in this episode. Interview with Eleri Lynn on Tudor Fashion Find the Extended version and bonus material at Patreon.com/BritishHistory This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe

    57 min
  6. Did Anne Boleyn write to Henry VIII from the Tower of London while she was a prisoner?

    08/28/2024

    Did Anne Boleyn write to Henry VIII from the Tower of London while she was a prisoner?

    I am on the road today (check out my Instagram to see what I am up to @british_history_tours) but I have pre-recorded a special episode of Tea Time History Chat Live. Special guest, Amanda Glover joined me to talk about her groundbreaking research into the letter supposedly written by Anne Boleyn, to her husband Henry VIII, 4 days into her incarceration at the Tower of London and 13 days before her execution. Historians have long debated the letter’s authenticity and whether Anne did actually write the letter. Amanda’s research adds more clues to this long debated mystery. You can also watch this episode on Youtube at youtube.com/BritishHistory This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 18m
  7. Bosworth and Henry Tudor with Nathen Amin

    08/21/2024

    Bosworth and Henry Tudor with Nathen Amin

    Last weekend I was at Bosworth for their annual medieval festival and battle reenactment where I met up with historian and author Nathen Amin to talk about his latest book 'Son of Prophecy. The Rise of Henry Tudor'. You can also watch this on Youtube and listen to it on the podcast. Join Patreon for an extra bonus 11 minutes with Nathen. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 9m
  8. Henry VIII's secret home, West Horsley Place with Special Guest Clare Clinton

    08/14/2024

    Henry VIII's secret home, West Horsley Place with Special Guest Clare Clinton

    Welcome to this latest episode of Tea Time History Chat (almost) Live - this is a special episode as I am joined by Clare Clinton from West Horsley Place to talk about this one-time home of Henry VIII and the incredible history being uncovered! Links mentioned in this episode: WEST HORSLEY PLACE See what’s on and support this incredible place in its conservation and research into its history by visiting their website: www.westhorsleyplace.org British History is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. INTERVIEW WITH PROF ALICE HUNT In the run up to the release of her new book 'Republic. Britain's Revolutionary Decade 1649 - 1660' Professor Alice Hunt joined me for a fascinating interview about this country's only time without a monarch. Was it a 'blip', as the restored monarchy were keen to characterise it, or was there a good chance that the monarchy in Britain may never have been restored? We discussed the infighting, the lack of democracy of the new regime and the quick unravelling which led to Charles Stuart being invited back to restore the monarchy. Watch on Youtube: Listen on Spotify: This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit philippab.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 10m
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Join your host, Philippa Lacey Brewell, for historian interviews and live chats. philippab.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Exploring British History through stories, people and places.
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    105
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Philippa Brewell
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    British History Podcast

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