Catherine de Medici & Bess of Hardwick: Wives & Mothers of Power (ep 239)

Throughout history, women have used their own ways to establish credibility and exercise influence. In the sixteenth century, two women took this to high art: Catherine de Medici and Bess of Hardwick. In different countries and using different techniques, these two women demonstrate how the public performance of marriage and motherhood could change history.Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloyd The Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin QueenSupport the showHistory reveals what's possible.

Joanna Plantagenet, daughter of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henry II, was a princess and a pioneer. Author and historian Catherine Hanley takes us through her exciting life and shares insights from her book, Lioness Heart.Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Catherine Hanley@catherinehanley_authorLionessheart: The Life and Times of Joanna PlantagenetNemesis: Medieval England's Greatest Enemy1217, The Battles that Saved England and more!Support the showHistory reveals what's possible.

Happy 2026! I believe studying history is more important now than ever! Join me for a discussion about the power of history, one of my favorite historical moments (1399), and how history is showing us what's possible.Show Notes:Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Book mentioned in podcast: The Eagle and the Hart, by Helen CastorSupport the showHistory reveals what's possible.

Rosemary Griggs is an author, researcher, and presenter who shares the often unknown stories of Tudor women.Show Notes: Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Rosemary Griggsrosemarygriggs.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/ladykatherinesfarthingalehttps://www.instagram.com/griggs6176/https://bsky.app/profile/ragriggsauthor.bsky.socialSubstack Notes from Devon's Tudor Time Traveler coming in January!Mistress of Dartington HallThe Dartington BrideA Woman of Noble Witand more!Support the showHistory reveals what's possible.

In what can be considered a companion piece to her wonderful Secret Voices: A Year of Women's Diaries, Sarah Gristwood's Celebrating Women is a joyful exploration of firsts, feasts, friends, family, and more!Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Sarah Gristwoodwww.sarahgristwood.comsarahgristwood.substack.comFacebook: sarah.gristwood.1Instagram: sarah.gristwoodCelebrating WomenSecret Voices: A Year of Women's DiariesTudors in LoveGame of QueensBlood Sisters: Women of the Wars of the RosesAnd more!Support the showHistory reveals what's possible.

We can see Shakespeare's plays on stage, but can we "see" Shakespeare? A new uncovered portrait dating from the late sixteenth century might give us a way way to see Shakespeare? Steve Wadlow, the owner of the portrait, and filmmaker Madoc Roberts join us to share the journey of discovery as we try to picture Shakespeare.Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Steve WadlowMadoc Robertswww.isthiswilliamshakespeare.com@bardsportraitSupport the showHistory reveals what's possible.

Scotland's Medieval Queens were at the heart of power struggles, threatened with murder and imprisonment, and at the center of the royal family. Sharon Bennett Connolly helps us appreciate their important contributions to history.Show Notes:Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Sharon Bennett Connollyhistorytheinterestingbits.comA Slice of Medieval podcast@thehistorybits@sharonbennettconnollyScotland's Medieval QueensWomen of the AnarchyKing John's Right Hand Lady: Nicholaa de la HayeHeroines of the Tudor WorldAND MORE!Support the showHistory reveals what's possible.

The death of Elizabeth I marked the end of the Tudor dynasty. But how did James VI of Scotland become the next English monarch? Historian Tracy Borman shares the hidden story.Show Notes:Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Tracy Borman, OBEtracyborman.co.ukTwitter: @tracybormanInsta: @tracy.bormanFB: @TracyBormanThe Stolen Crown (now available in US and UK!)Holbein: The AmbassadorsAnne Boleyn and Elizabeth I: The Mother and Daughter Who Changed HistoryCrown and SceptreAND MORE!Support the showHistory reveals what's possible.

While navigating the expectations of women's work in the sixteenth century, some women created works that have lasted hundreds of years. Ramie Targoff shares how women's words help us understand the Renaissance.Show Notes:Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Ramie Targofframietargoff.comShakespeare's Sisters: How Women Wrote the RenaissanceThe Life of Vittoria Colonna: Renaissance WomanPosthumous LovePoems of WomanhoodJohn Donne, Body and SoulSupport the showHistory reveals what's possible.

Two cousins, both descended from Edward III. Both would become King of England. Helen Castor explores the epic battle between Richard II and Henry IV--the causes and the implications.Show Notes:Carol Ann [email protected]/carolannlloydThe Tudors by NumbersCourting the Virgin Queen Helen Castorhelencastor.substack.com@hrcastorThe Eagle and the Hart: The Tragedy of Richard II and Henry IVElizabeth I: A Study in Insecurity (Penguin Monarchs)Joan of Arc: A HistoryShe Wolves: The Women Who Ruled Before ElizabethBlood and RosesSupport the showHistory reveals what's possible.