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Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.

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Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.

    Odoacer and Theodoric, the Barbarian Kings of the Roman Empire

    Odoacer and Theodoric, the Barbarian Kings of the Roman Empire

    The Western Roman Empire was conquered by Odoacer, who styled himself as the "King of Italy." But the leader of the Ostrogoths, a warrior named Theodoric, would challenge Odoacer for supremacy. But were both men just playing into the hands of the Eastern Roman Emperor?

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    • 41 min
    Napoleon's Coup Within a Coup

    Napoleon's Coup Within a Coup

    Was Napoleon a military dictator, or a man who did what was necessary in order to preserve a French republic that was crumbling? To discuss the coup in which Napoleon became "First Consul" of France, Dana is joined by Pascal Confraveaux from the French Embassy.Support Noble Blood:— Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon— Noble Blood merch— Order Dana's book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story' and its sequel 'Immortality: A Love Story'
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    • 38 min
    How Ada Lovelace Constructed Her Wings

    How Ada Lovelace Constructed Her Wings

    When Annabella Millbanke had a daughter with her husband, Lord Byron, she was terrified that their child might inherit his poetical madness. And so she steered the girl, Ada, toward math and logic, where eventually, Ada Lovelace became obsessed with the potential of computers.

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    • 39 min
    The Plot to Undo Mary Eleanor Bowes, Part 2

    The Plot to Undo Mary Eleanor Bowes, Part 2

    Mary Eleanor Bowes managed to escape her abusive husband, Andrew Stoney, but the trial to divorce him and secure her financial freedom would ultimately risk her reputation, and her life. CW: spousal abuse, rapeSupport Noble Blood:— Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon— Noble Blood merch— Order Dana's book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story' and its sequel 'Immortality: A Love Story'
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    • 39 min
    The Plot to Undo Mary Eleanor Bowes, Part 1

    The Plot to Undo Mary Eleanor Bowes, Part 1

    When Mary Eleanor Bowe's first husband died, he left her a letter warning her that, "A living man have no interest to mislead. A living man may." He could not have possibly predicted just how deceitful Mary Eleanor's next husband would be.

    CW: spousal abuse, pregnancy termination.

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    • 53 min
    The Sheika Kept Prisoner (with Heidi Blake)

    The Sheika Kept Prisoner (with Heidi Blake)

    In 2018, Sheika Latifa bint Mohammed Al Maktoum, the daughter of the ruler of Dubai, attempted a daring escape to international waters, away from what she characterized as a dangerous and oppresive life among her family. She was captured and brought back to the United Arab Emirates, and though there have been public statements saying she is safe and content, her wellbeing has become a matter of international concern. Dana is joined by New Yorker staff writer Heidi Blake.Support Noble Blood:— Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon— Noble Blood merch— Order Dana's book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story' and its sequel 'Immortality: A Love Story'
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    • 33 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
12.8K Ratings

12.8K Ratings

TylieE ,

Excellent! My favorite podcast!

I look forward to every episode. Dana’s voice is perfect for storytelling! It’s educational and enthralling, and I’m sad when an episode ends. I recommend this show to everyone I know!

Gracie the history lover ,

Amazing

I love this podcast. Everyday I turn on a episode and go though my normal schedule. It keeps me going.

jeffmorrison49 ,

Choppy delivery, obvious script reading

Looked interesting, but lasted about 5 minutes with the host’s choppy, artificial, overly articulated recitation of what is clearly a script. Needs a coach to work on delivery. Can’t stand it, sorry.

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