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Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.

Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.

 

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#212

The 'Unruly' British Monarchy (with David Mitchell)

Comedian, writer, and actor David Mitchell joins the podcast to discuss his newest book, [Unruly: The Ridiculous History of England's Kings and Queens.] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/742812/unruly-by-david-mitchell/) The book is an overview of the monarchs from King Arthur to Elizabeth I, but it's also a cultural analysis of how the stories we tell ourselves about kings inform who we are. The book is available now in paperback. Support Noble Blood: — [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

19 Nov 2024

34 MINS

34:35

19 Nov 2024

#211

The 500-Year Medici Mystery

Lorenzino de Medici killed his cousin, the Duke of Florence, 11 years ago. Still, he's constantly looking over his shoulder, worried that justice might come at any moment. Turns out, he was right: Lorenzino was finally assassinated. But the culprit behind the revenge-killing would only be revealed almost 500 years later.  Support Noble Blood: — [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

12 Nov 2024

33 MINS

33:50

12 Nov 2024

#210

The Case of the Missing Novelist

Agatha Christie is the best-selling novelist of all time. But her biggest mystery unfolded outside the pages of her books. Today Dana examines the 11 days in 1926 when the beloved author went missing, and the rollicking media circus inspired by her disappearance. On the Very Special Episodes podcast, we tell one incredible story each week. Stranger-than-fiction tales about normal people in extraordinary situations. Stories that make you say, “this should be a movie!” Follow us down a different rabbit hole every Wednesday. VERY SPECIAL CREDITSHosted by Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, and Jason EnglishWritten by [Joe Pompeo] (https://joepompeo.net) Produced by Josh FisherStory Editor is Marisa BrownEditing and Sound Design by Jonathan Washington and Josh FisherMixing and Mastering by Baheed FrazierVoice Actors are Brittany Joyner and Steve BradfordOriginal Music by [Elise McCoy] (http://www.elisemccoy.com) Research and Fact Checking by Joe Pompeo and Austin ThompsonShow Logo by Lucy QuintanillaExecutive Producer is Jason English Thanks for listening! If you're enjoying Very Special Episodes, please leave us a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. You can reach us at veryspecialepisodes@gmail.com.  See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

08 Nov 2024

39 MINS

39:03

08 Nov 2024

#209

The Murder of Licoricia of Winchester

In the 13th century, Licoricia of Winchester rose to prominence as the wealthiest Jewish woman in England. Twice widowed, she ran a successful business and worked closely with King Henry III. But antisemitism was rising in England, and Licoricia would face multiple stays in the Tower of London before an ultimately bloody end. Support Noble Blood: — [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

05 Nov 2024

32 MINS

32:22

05 Nov 2024

#208

The Impossible Identity of Elegabalus

In 2023, a museum in England determined that they would refer to the Roman emperor Elegabalus using feminine pronouns. Elegabalus, who allegedly asked to be referred to as a lady, has become a node in queer history as a trans woman. Though it's impossible to fully know the truth of how she may have identified, we can try to unpack the ways in which sex and gender were seen in Roman society. CW: sexual content Support Noble Blood: — [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

29 Oct 2024

36 MINS

36:29

29 Oct 2024

#207

Gilles de Rais, Baron Serial Killer of Legend

Gilles de Rais was a powerful, wealthy French baron who fought alongside Joan of Arc. But a castle sale gone-wrong would lead to an investigation, revealing gruesome and salacious details of murder. CW: murder, pedophilia Support Noble Blood: — [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

22 Oct 2024

33 MINS

33:45

22 Oct 2024

#206

The Notorious Banquet of Chestnuts

On October 31, 1501, the notorious Italian family. the Borgias, threw a party in the Papal Palace. The salacious details of that event, known as the "Banquet of Chestnuts" has captivated gossips for centuries. CW: sex Support Noble Blood: — [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

15 Oct 2024

27 MINS

27:37

15 Oct 2024

#205

Napoleon's Brother Off Exit 7

After Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo, it became a dangerous thing to be a Bonaparte in Europe. And so Joseph, Napoleon's older brother, sailed to America, where he lived for more than two decades, building a luxurious estate in New Jersey filled with art and historical artifacts.Support Noble Blood:— [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

08 Oct 2024

27 MINS

27:36

08 Oct 2024

#204

Miscalculations in the Court of Richard II (with Helen Castor)

Richard II, grandson of the great King Edward III, inherited the throne when he was 10 years old, and was told he was a Messiah. The power went to his head. Dana is joined by historian Helen Castor, author of the upcoming [The Eagle and the Hart] (https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Eagle-and-the-Hart/Helen-Castor/9781982139209) , a dual biography of Richard II and his cousin, Henry IV, who would depose him. Support Noble Blood: — [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

01 Oct 2024

43 MINS

43:33

01 Oct 2024

#203

Lettice Knollys and her Pride

When Queen Elizabth I's favorite, Robert Dudley, got married without her permission, nothing would protect the new couple from the Queen's wrath. But Lettice met the prospect of her exile from court with her head held high. Support Noble Blood: — [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

24 Sep 2024

27 MINS

27:47

24 Sep 2024

#202

The Witch of the Ottoman Empire

When Roxelana was a teenager, she was captured from her homeland and brought to Istambul to be sold as a slave. With a famusly dazzling personality, she rose in the ranks to become the Sultan's favorite concumbine and, eventually, his wife, a breach of tradition that left an entire empire reeling.Support Noble Blood:— [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

17 Sep 2024

39 MINS

39:42

17 Sep 2024

#201

Henry V (with Dan Jones)

Was Henry V the greatest king in English history? Or was he a violent and vindictive monarch overrated by history? Historian Dan Jones joins us to talk about Henry V, the subject of his new biography, available in the United States October 1.Support Noble Blood:— [Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon] (https://www.patreon.com/noblebloodtales) — [Noble Blood merch] (https://store.dftba.com/collections/noble-blood) — Order Dana's book, ' [Anatomy: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250840578/anatomyalovestory) ' and its sequel ' [Immortality: A Love Story] (https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250861016/immortalityalovestory) ' See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. ... Read more

10 Sep 2024

42 MINS

42:30

10 Sep 2024