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Historic Royal Palaces Podcast

Historic Royal Palaces Podcast

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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.ukHistoric Royal Palaces World
Episodes
  • George III – 'Tyrant' King of the American Colonies?

    George III – 'Tyrant' King of the American Colonies?
    Jun 25 2026

    In the Declaration of Independence, signed on 4th July 1776, King George III is cast as a 'tyrant'. How fair is this representation?

    In this episode, Kew Palace curator Polly Putnam is joined by Dr Rachel Herrmann, Senior Lecturer in Modern American History at Cardiff University, and Dr Robin Eagles, Editor at the History of Parliament Trust. Together, they explore George III's legacy in the United States of America, and whether this matches what we know about his reign.

    How much power did George have over the American colonies? Who is often left out of the story? And was he the 'tyrant' that he was made out to be?

    Learn more about George III on our website.
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    56 mins
  • LGBTQ+ Histories at Our Palaces (From The Archive)

    LGBTQ+ Histories at Our Palaces (From The Archive)
    Jun 18 2026
    LGBTQ+ people have always existed in the history of our palaces, but stories of this community are often obscured or misunderstood. We've delved into the archive to bring you this special episode for Pride Month, re-connecting with stories from the LGBTQ+ community. When we explore queer histories, we gain a much fuller picture of societies in the past, from when our palaces were first built, right on through to their more recent history. In this episode, Curator Matthew Storey is joined by Curator Holly Marsden, and Dr Kit Heyam. Together, they discuss some queer stories connected to our palaces, and what they can teach us about our past, and present. Explore more LGBTQ+ histories from our palaces on our website. Read Matthew's article about Kathleen Woodhouse. Read Molly McClain's article on Stuart women. Find Kit Heyam's books on their website. In this episode we use a range of different gender pronouns to discuss historical people, including those used in the original sources and those used by historians today. Content warnings: Homophobia, including the murder of queer people Transphobia Non-consensual medical examination Suicide
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    54 mins
  • What Happened to Anne Boleyn's Family After Her Fall?

    What Happened to Anne Boleyn's Family After Her Fall?
    Jun 11 2026

    In 1533, the Boleyns seemed to have it all. Anne Boleyn was Queen, and her family were reaping the rewards of Henry VIII's favour. But it was not to last.

    Within three years, each member of the faction was fighting for survival as their power evaporated.

    In this second episode of a two-part series on the Rise and Fall of the Boleyns, Tracy Borman is joined by Gareth Russell at Hampton Court Palace. They explore how the House of Boleyn was dismantled with such devastating consequences. Who, if anyone, dared to try and save them? And who was left as the faction crumbled?

    Read more from Tracy Borman: Was Jane Boleyn the most hated woman in Tudor England?

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    53 mins
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