
7. Anne Boleyn
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11/03/21 • 64 min
In this episode we discuss Anne Boleyn, Queen of England from 1533 to 1536, the second wife of King Henry 8th and mother of Queen Elizabeth I. We talk about her early life, how she became queen, and what her experiences were during that time. We discuss some of the rumors about her and how they relate to the realities we know about and understand today. And finally we discuss the impact she has had on history, including contemporary media representations of her.
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Hosts: Kimberly Fludd and Rebecca Salois
Logo Design: Samantha Wallace
Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca Salois
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Sources:
- The Last Days of Anne Boleyn, a BBC Documentary
- The Fall of Anne Boleyn: Arrest, Trial, Execution - documentary by Tracy Borman
- Anne Boleyn - The Obsession of Henry 8th, Documentary by The People Profiles
- Anne Boleyn, HistoryLearningSite.co.uk
- The King Who Broke the Church | The Life & Times of Henry 8th - Jack Rackam
- “Why It Took Scientists So Long to Figure out Where Babies Come From”
In this episode we discuss Anne Boleyn, Queen of England from 1533 to 1536, the second wife of King Henry 8th and mother of Queen Elizabeth I. We talk about her early life, how she became queen, and what her experiences were during that time. We discuss some of the rumors about her and how they relate to the realities we know about and understand today. And finally we discuss the impact she has had on history, including contemporary media representations of her.
Follow the podcast:
Twitter: @BigRepPod
Instagram: @BigReputationsPod
Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/86669619
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Hosts: Kimberly Fludd and Rebecca Salois
Logo Design: Samantha Wallace
Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca Salois
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Sources:
- The Last Days of Anne Boleyn, a BBC Documentary
- The Fall of Anne Boleyn: Arrest, Trial, Execution - documentary by Tracy Borman
- Anne Boleyn - The Obsession of Henry 8th, Documentary by The People Profiles
- Anne Boleyn, HistoryLearningSite.co.uk
- The King Who Broke the Church | The Life & Times of Henry 8th - Jack Rackam
- “Why It Took Scientists So Long to Figure out Where Babies Come From”
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6. Meghan Markle
In this week's episode, we go across the pod (and then come right back!) to discuss Meghan Markle, an American member of the British royal family and a former actress. And as we discover, she is also much more. We talk about her treatment from the media, the royal family, and more. Join us as we share a little about Markle beyond the tabloids and rumors and discuss where Markle is today and what she and her family are up to.
Follow the podcast:
Twitter: @BigRepPod
Instagram: @BigReputationsPod
Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/86669619
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Hosts: Kimberly Fludd and Rebecca Salois
Logo Design: Samantha Wallace
Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca Salois
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Sources:
- Prince Harry and Meghan: Truly, Madly, Deeply a documentary directed by Mark Radice
- Harry and Meghan A Royal Engagement a documentary directed by Sally Norris
- CBS Presents Oprah with Meghan and Harry
- "72 Times Meghan Markle Has Broken Royal Protocol"
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8. Yoko Ono
This week we discuss the one and only Yoko Ono, a Japanese multimedia artist, singer, songwriter, and peace activist in her own right. We talk about how she was perceived by Beatles fans, the media, and those around her. Then we address rumors about her relationship with John Lennon and, more importantly, her art. But of course, as always, we also talk about the truth beneath those rumors. Finally we wrap up with the impact that Ono has had on the art and music world in recent years.
Follow the podcast:
Twitter: @BigRepPod
Instagram and TikTok: @BigReputationsPod
Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/86669619
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Hosts: Kimberly Fludd and Rebecca Salois
Logo Design: Samantha Wallace
Music: Shawn P. Russell
Sound Consultant and Mixing: Shawn P. Russell
Recording and Editing: Rebecca Salois
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Select Sources:
- Yoko Ono Lennon - Then and Now
- Yoko Ono Interview, Times Talks
- "Why Yoko Ono's Music Matters" by Peter Piatkowski for PopMatters
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