Watching the Tudors

Watching the Tudors

Husband and wife watch The Tudors. He knows nothing about the 16th century. She has been podcasting about Renaissance England since 2009. In this episode by episode guide he'll ask her questions, and they'll discuss the stories behind the drama, looking at what really happened at the Tudor court. We think it's a fun way to make the 16th century more accessible, and any excuse to see more of Jonathan Rhys Meyers is a good thing. (She wrote that part). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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February 12, 2021 43 mins

Henry is coming out of his grief, and wants a new queen. Not just any new queen though. One he is in love with. Who's pretty. Preferably young. Heather and Jonathan break down all the truth behind the drama in this episode. Hint: Cromwell is about to fall.

Show notes at WatchingTheTudors.com.

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In this episode, Jonathan and I chat about Reginald Pole, the role of Fools, the Six Articles, and more.

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Season 3 Episode 4: In Which Jane Seymour Dies. We chat about Henry's title including that he's King of France, and the whiplash of the Henrican Reformation. Also, how many times was Charles Brandon married? Plus, Jonathan cries about Jane's death and needs to leave the room while I talk about how she *really* died. Dig deeper at the Renaissance English History Podcast at englandcast.com :)

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And we're back, talking about the Pilgrimage of Grace, the mission-based life of Cromwell, quail's eggs, and Josquin. Thanks for listening!

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January 24, 2019 35 mins
We're back! In Season 3 Episode 2, the Pilgrimage of Grace is heating up, Henry makes a not-so-subtle threat to Jane, Mary's back, and Brandon is conflicted. If you love this show, please leave a rating or review on iTunes - it makes a huge difference. Thank you so much! More information about us at WatchingTheTudors.com - and thanks for listening!

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The Pilgrimage of Grace begins, which is distinctly lacking in grace. Also, Henry marries Jane. She pushes for him to reconcile with Mary, but Mary remains as stubborn as her mother. Where, oh where, will this end? And what exactly is the Keeper of the Privy Seal?

All this, and more, is answered as Heather and Jonathan break down the drama behind the stories on this show where we watch the Tudors, and talk about what was true, what ...

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In the Season Finale of Season 2 of The Tudors, Anne loses her head. Well, has it taken from her, to be completely accurate.

We break it down and find the truth behind the drama. Oh, and I get very upset at the music in this episode. And Jonathan cries.

You can get show notes at WatchingTheTudors.com, and remember, if you like this show, please leave us a rating in iTunes. It makes us so very happy and grateful. :)


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In this episode we see the crescendo leading up to Anne Boleyn's beheading. The men are accused and killed, and Anne herself is awaiting execution. Go to WatchingTheTudors.com for show notes and book recommendations, and remember that if you like this show, you can a) also check out the Renaissance English History Podcast, my other show, at Englandcast.com, and b) leave us a rating or review on iTunes. Thanks

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In this episode Anne catches Jane on Henry's lap, Henry has a fall, and Anne loses another child. Show notes at WatchingTheTudors.com and Englandcast.com will get you to the Renaissance English History Podcast.

Remember, if you like this show, please leave a rating on Apple Podcasts - it makes a huge difference for people to be able to find us. And thanks!


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In this episode of The Tudors, things are going downhill very quickly for Anne. Henry is becoming impatient with her, and she's picking fights with Cromwell, and it's not going to end well.


You can learn more about us at WatchingTheTudors.com, or Heather's other show at Englandcast.com, and please remember to leave a rating on iTunes if you like the show. It's the number one thing you can do to help the show be successful!


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March 21, 2018 44 mins

In this episode we look at the Dissolution, and why that Printing Press Scene was so, so, so wrong it makes my heart hurt.

And dogs.

And montages.

Grab the show notes for full details at WatchingTheTudors.com and remember to leave us a rating on iTunes - it's really helpful to us, and we're so grateful!


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October 5, 2017 45 mins
In this episode we talk about the martyrdom of Thomas More, and why Mary Boleyn really shouldn't have married without permission. If you like this show, please leave us a rating on iTunes. It really makes a difference in helping more people find out about the show! Learn more about us at WatchingTheTudors.com or Englandcast.com which is my other podcast - the Renaissance English History Podcast.

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In this episode we talk about whether Henry really loved his daughter Mary, why Heather doesn't really think Thomas More was all that honorable, and sexuality as a fluid concept in 16th century England. So much to talk about, so little time! You can always learn more about us at http://www.WatchingTheTudors.com and I invite you to cehck out the other podcast I do, the Renaissance English History Podcast, to dive deeper into life in...

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In this episode, called Checkmate, we see events fly by after the excruciating wait. After years and years of waiting, Anne becomes Queen and gives birth ... to a healthy baby ... girl. Ugh. Learn more about us at WatchingTheTudors.com, and remember to leave a rating on iTunes if you like the show.

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In Season 2 Episode 2 Brandon gets shunned, then gets unshunned, Anne goes to France, and Thomas More resigns. The Drama heats up. We break it down.

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In Watching The Tudors we look at the history behind the drama, and talk about what was real, what was dramatic license, and what was just made up. In this season, Anne Boleyn finally gets what she wants, and will become Queen. But there's going to be a lot of drama to get her there first. To start with: What to do about Katherine, and Bishop Fisher, and those who support Henry's first marriage? Learn more about us at www.watchingt...

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April 23, 2017 54 mins
A repost of this episode from a few weeks ago - it looks like it never actually went through. Remember if you like the show to leave a rating on iTunes! It's the best thing you can do to help grow the show. Thanks! Check out WatchingTheTudors.com for more info, or go to facebook.com/watchingthetudors. Thanks so much!

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April 7, 2017 46 mins
As if the title wasn't spoiler enough, this episode covers the final downfall of Wolsey, the big mistake Thomas More is making in thinking he knows Henry too well, and why That Opening Scene never happened. Learn more about us at http://www.watchingthetudors.com and please leave a rating on iTunes if you like the show! It makes a big difference to us! Thanks!

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March 13, 2017 46 mins
In this episode Jonathan and Heather talk about the facts behind the fiction of episode 9 of The Tudors in which Wolsey appears to be royally f*cked, and Anne Boleyn starts to get impatient. Along the way we talk fashion, Henry the Composer, and Anne's Protestantism.

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in this episode Jonathan and I talk about subjects like Tudor portrait propaganda, and Katherine's court performance, all while discussing episode 8 of The Tudors. Learn more about us at http://www.watchingthetudors.com and please leave us a rating on iTunes!

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