Not Just the Tudors

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  • Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks about everything from the Aztecs to witches, Velázquez to Shakespeare, Mughal India to the Mayflower. Not, in other words, just the Tudors, but most definitely also the Tudors.

    Each episode Suzannah is joined by historians and experts to reveal incredible stories about one of the most fascinating periods in history.
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  • The Witch

    The Witch
    Nov 7 2024

    Join Professor Suzannah Lipscomb and Professor Ronald Hutton as they explore the evolving definitions of witches, the global spread of witch beliefs, and their impact during the 16th and 17th century witch trials in Europe.


    As part of our month-long series on witchcraft, we delve into the role of magic in different cultures, the forms persecution took and how anthropology, folklore, and history have shaped the modern understanding of witches.


    Presented by Professor Susannah Lipscomb. The researcher is Alice Smith, audio editor Amy Haddow and the producer is Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.

    Not Just the Tudors is a History Hit podcast


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    40 mins
  • Fireworks: From the Tudors to Guy Fawkes

    Fireworks: From the Tudors to Guy Fawkes
    Nov 4 2024

    A pyrotechnic dragon roared flames into the river Thames during the coronation week of Elizabeth of York in 1487. These explosive displays were employed as a sign of might and majesty throughout the reign of Henry VIII, and Elizabeth I was the first English monarch to establish their own fire master. By the time of the Gunpowder Plot, fireworks were used not only to celebrate, but to commemorate and incite.


    Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks to John Withington about the remarkable development of pyrotechnics throughout the Tudor and Stuart eras.


    Presented by Professor Susannah Lipscomb. The researcher is Alice Smith. Edited and produced by Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.

    Not Just the Tudors is a History Hit podcast


    Related episode:

    The Gunpowder Plot - The Tudor Origins >


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    29 mins
  • The Brutal Basque Witch Hunt

    The Brutal Basque Witch Hunt
    Oct 31 2024

    In 1609, some 80 people were executed for witchcraft in France's Basque region. It inspired a final push to eradicate witches by the Spanish Inquisition across the border. One of the judges, Pierre de Lancre, published a sensationalist book which has been the source of every subsequent account. But newly discovered evidence paints a very different picture.


    Professor Suzannah Lipscomb finds out more from Dr. Jan Machielsen whose book The Basque Witch Hunt: A Secret History shows that almost everything historians thought they knew about this brutal episode is inaccurate.


    Listen to our previous episode with Jan Machielsen, An Early Modern Teenage Werewolf >


    Presented by Professor Suzannah Lipscomb. The researcher is Alice Smith and the producer is Rob Weinberg. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.

    Not Just the Tudors is a History Hit podcast.


    Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original TV documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Sign up HERE for 50% off your first 3 months using code ‘TUDORS’


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    41 mins

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Fascinating, disturbing, and even funny

This was a great interview that highlighted some interesting and needed research into non-mainstream historical sexuality. The researcher was clear, knowledgeable, and even witty, while never ignoring the tragedy of the subject. The interviewer, as always, was knowledgeable and well-prepared.

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Brainy but juicy and accessible

This was quite the fun ride through the complexities of Catherine Parr and her time!

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Great series

Susannah Lipscomb is one of my favourite historians. The subjects are interesting and well presented.
Well prepared, great guests and Dr Lipscombs knowledge and sense of humour makes this a really enjoyable listen

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This speaks to my inner history nerd

This is so great! The guests are interesting, Suzanna, the host is engaging. It's history through a different lens. It's easy to listen to and is so informative. I'm hooked.

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Fantastic!

I love Suzannah Lipscomb and the Tudor period! this podcast has been out less than a day and I've already listened to all the available episodes. The content is fascinating and the presentation is lovely. I can't wait for more episodes.

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Not Just The Tudors

Love Suzannah Lipscomb and her fascinating insight on the Tudor period. She is wonderful and very knowledgeable.

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History Buffs Delight

I love history, and Susanna does an amazing job bringing the Tudor period alive! I love the presentation of history and the depth of knowledge that the guests add to each subject.

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Always fascinating

This is a great podcast: a personable host, interesting topics, and a dry dash of humor. Susannah Lipscomb always prepares for each episode, asks interesting questions, and keeps the interviews lively without making them light on academics. The range of topics is startling while still staying linked to the late 15th, 16th and early 17th centuries and providing wonderful period context. No matter which part of the world the podcast travels to, its home base is the Tudors, with behind-the-hype/myth discussions of the people “everyone knows.” It’s definitely my favorite podcast!

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So excited

I am just so excited for this 16th century podcast, looking forward to this greatly!

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The best history podcast!

I love history podcasts and this is my favorite. The episodes are compelling and the production quality is excellent. I've even listened to some episodes several times.

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