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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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  • How Spices Shaped the Modern World

    How Spices Shaped the Modern World
    Apr 22 2024

    In the 16th century, spices drove the world economy, creating riches on an unprecedented scale. Spanish and Portuguese explorers competed to find the elusive source of cloves and nutmeg, and when Portugal reached the spice islands of the Moluccas, it set in motion a fierce competition for control.

    In this episode of Not Just the Tudors, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks to Roger Crowley, whose new book Spice: The 16th-Century Contest that Shaped the Modern World chronicles the adventures, shipwrecks, and sieges that formed the first colonial encounters—and remade the world economy for centuries to follow.


    This episode was edited by xx and produced by Rob Weinberg.


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    26 mins
  • Elizabeth I: Make-Up & Beauty Tips

    Elizabeth I: Make-Up & Beauty Tips
    Apr 18 2024

    What do we know about what Elizabeth I actually looked like? How was her appearance altered through the use of cosmetics? Portraits suggest that makeup was used to lightly accentuate lips and cheeks, alongside a sheer wash of white base on her skin. What products would she have typically used and how were they made?


    In this edition of Not Just the Tudors, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb is joined by author and educator Sally Pointer, to decipher the truth about Elizabeth's image and how her use of makeup has become part of her enduring legacy.


    This episode was edited by Ella Blaxill and produced by Rob Weinberg.


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    34 mins
  • Unusual Births and Disability in 17th Century England

    Unusual Births and Disability in 17th Century England
    Apr 15 2024

    **WARNING: This episode contains themes that some listeners might find distressing and commonly-used historic terminology that does not reflect our own thoughts**


    In May 1680, England become obsessed with a pair of conjoined twins. At just two weeks old, Priscilla and Aquila Herring were kidnapped from their home in Somerset to be put on show for money. A fortnight later they were dead, and a legal battle ensued over ownership and income. It is one of the earliest examples of exploitation and the exhibition of physical difference in England, a story of public display without consent, both before and after.


    In this episode of Not Just the Tudors, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb talks to Dr. Whitney Dirks, whose new book Monstrosity, Bodies, and Knowledge in Early Modern England weaves the case of the Herring sisters through an examination of how physically unusual humans and animals were understood and talked about in early modern England.


    This episode was produced by Rob Weinberg.


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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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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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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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Brainy but juicy and accessible

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

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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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