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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast

Historic Royal Palaces Podcast

Historic Royal Palaces

Historic Royal Palaces are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. This fortnightly podcast brings you the history and stories of those palaces. You’ll hear from our experts and the people who bring our palaces to life, as we create space to explore how history moves us, telling stories about the monarchs you know, and uncovering the lives and histories of the people you don’t. Just like our palaces, this podcast is a mix of old and new. Each episode will have a different feel, from previously recorded live talks, to exciting new discussions and discoveries. You’ll have every opportunity to share in the history we love. Explore more history and stories from our six palaces hrp.org.uk

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Historic Royal Palaces Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Historic Royal Palaces Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Historic Royal Palaces Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Plays of Persuasion

Plays of Persuasion

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12/02/21 • 30 min

The Tudor court was all about competitive displays of power and wealth. This series examines the influence of music and entertainment on the balance of power.

In this talk historian Thomas Betteridge examines how drama was used as a tool for persuasion and diplomacy at the Tudor court.

This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2017.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Queen Anne: the politics of appearance

Queen Anne: the politics of appearance

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03/17/22 • 54 min

Despite ill health and tragedy, Queen Anne was a surprisingly successful monarch.

This series from our archive explores perceptions and conceptions of her reign.

In this episode historian Dr Anna Whitelock discusses the body of Queen Anne, and how her appearance has influenced how people think about of her reign.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Lucy Worlsey's 17th century guide for girls

Lucy Worlsey's 17th century guide for girls

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02/03/22 • 28 min

The Stuart period is marked by decadence and debauchery. Experience the Stuart court in all its nuanced splendour in this series complied from our archive.

In this talk Historic Royal Palaces’ Chief Curator Lucy Worsley takes us on a tour of famous women from the 17th century.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Playing the Fool with Suzannah Lipscomb

Playing the Fool with Suzannah Lipscomb

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11/18/21 • 38 min

The Tudor court was all about competitive displays of power and wealth. This series examines the influence of music and entertainment on the balance of power.

In this talk historian Suzannah Lipscombe explores the role of the fool at the Tudor court, calling into question the myths surrounding these entertainers.

This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2017.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Charles I: Royal Collector

Charles I: Royal Collector

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01/13/22 • 11 min

Our palaces are home to many significant works of art. This series taken from our archives explores the history of art in the palaces, from royal patronage to its modern influence.

In this talk we explore the role of Charles I as a collector of masterpieces. As the first British monarch to collect art for art's sake, he lay the foundations of today's sumptuous Royal Collection.

This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2015.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Jeffrey Hudson: the Queen's Dwarf

Jeffrey Hudson: the Queen's Dwarf

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03/10/22 • 40 min

The Stuart period is marked by decadence and debauchery. Experience the Stuart court in all its nuanced splendour in this series complied from our archive.

In this episode join Historic Royal Palace’s Chris Gidlow to explore the intriguing life of Sir Jeffrey Hudson, the queen's dwarf, at the court of Charles I.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Life at the Stuart court

Life at the Stuart court

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02/17/22 • 34 min

The Stuart period is marked by decadence and debauchery. Experience the Stuart court in all its nuanced splendour in this series complied from our archive.

In this talk, Historic Royal Palaces curator Olivia Fryman delves into court life, fashion, etiquette and intrigue during the latter years of the Stuart court.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Meet the Masters

Meet the Masters

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01/27/22 • 50 min

Our palaces are home to many significant works of art. This series taken from our archives explores the history of art in the palaces, from royal patronage to its modern influence.

In this talk, a panel of experts considers the iconic work of the old masters on display at Hampton Court Palace.

This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2015. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Anne Boleyn as musician and composer

Anne Boleyn as musician and composer

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11/04/21 • 38 min

The Tudor court was all about competitive displays of power and wealth. This series examines the influence of music and entertainment on the balance of power.

In this talk, historian Tamsin Lewis explores Anne Boleyn's keen ability as a musician and composer and how this influenced her role at court.

This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2017.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast - Understanding Richard III

Understanding Richard III

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07/28/22 • 32 min

In this second talk on Richard III, historian Michael Hicks contextualises the life and character of King Richard III.

For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories

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How many episodes does Historic Royal Palaces Podcast have?

Historic Royal Palaces Podcast currently has 155 episodes available.

What topics does Historic Royal Palaces Podcast cover?

The podcast is about House, Learning, Conservation, London, History, Court, Royal, Podcasts and Lecture.

What is the most popular episode on Historic Royal Palaces Podcast?

The episode title 'Lucy Worlsey's 17th century guide for girls' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Historic Royal Palaces Podcast?

The average episode length on Historic Royal Palaces Podcast is 34 minutes.

How often are episodes of Historic Royal Palaces Podcast released?

Episodes of Historic Royal Palaces Podcast are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Historic Royal Palaces Podcast?

The first episode of Historic Royal Palaces Podcast was released on Oct 23, 2019.

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