Episode 259: The Extraordinary Life of Margaret Tudor with Dr Linda Porter

Talking Tudors

Natalie Grueninger

History

4.8 • 785 Ratings

🗓️ 5 August 2024

⏱️ 57 minutes

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Welcome to another episode of Talking Tudors. I'm your host, Natalie Grueninger, and today, we delve into the extraordinary life of Margaret Tudor with historian and author, Dr. Linda Porter. This episode is sponsored by the Gloucester History Festival, which promises an array of historical insights this September. Margaret Tudor, the elder sister of Henry VIII, led a life filled with political intrigue, personal strife, and significant historical impact. Dr. Porter sheds light on her new book, The Thistle and the Rose, The Extraordinary Life of Margaret Tudor, exploring Margaret's marriage to James IV of Scotland, her tumultuous regency, and her enduring legacy. Join us as we unravel Margaret's story, from her privileged upbringing in the Tudor court to her strategic marriages and the intricate sibling rivalry with Henry VIII. Discover how Margaret's legacy lives on through her descendants who still sit on the throne of the United Kingdom. Don't miss this fascinating discussion that brings to life one of the most overlooked yet pivotal figures of the Tudor dynasty. Tune in to learn more about the vibrant world of 16th-century England and Scotland through the lens of Margaret Tudor's remarkable journey. Visit Dr Porter's official website https://lindaporter.net/ Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com Buy Talking Tudors merchandise at https://talkingtudors.threadless.com/ Support Talking Tudors on Patreon

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0:00.0	Hello and welcome to Talking Tudors, a fortnightly podcast about the ever fascinating Tudor dynasty.
0:07.2	My name is Natalie Gruniger and I'll be your host and guide on this journey through 16th century England.
0:14.0	Are you ready to step through the veil of time into the dazzling and dangerous world of the Tudor Court?
0:20.2	Without further ado, it's time to talk Tudors. Hello, everyone. Welcome back to another episode of Talking Tudors. I'm your host, Natalie Gruniger. Thank you so much for joining me today. I'd like to begin by thanking the sponsor of today's podcast, the Gloucester History Festival. The Gloucester History Festival invites you to join
1:12.6	100 of Britain's top historians, actors, comedians and broadcasters. In a mouth-watering program of events
1:19.7	this September, the 50 Blackfriars talks take place in the magical setting of Blackfriars Priory and will
1:26.2	be live-streamed for you to enjoy wherever
1:28.2	you are in the world. Watch in person or online to hear from Philippa Gregory, Alison Weir,
1:33.4	Nathan Armin, Linda Porter, David Olusoga, Dan Jones, Greg Jenner, William Dalrymple,
1:39.6	Janina Ramirez, Kate Williams and more world-class speakers who'll be sharing their love of history in Gloucester.
1:45.9	Live stream event tickets give you access to your events until the 27th of September.
1:50.6	Book now at gloucesterhistoryfestful.co.uk.
1:53.8	The festival runs from the 7th to the 22nd of September.
1:58.4	I'd also like to acknowledge and thank the generous listeners who continue to
2:01.8	support Talking Tudors on Patreon and extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who's taken the time
2:07.7	to rate and review the show. As an independent podcaster, this means the world to me. If you love
2:13.3	the podcast, please consider joining the Talking Tudors Patreon family. Visit patreon.com
2:18.7	slash Talking Tudors for more information. Once you sign up, you'll have access to exclusive
2:23.1	posts, additional monthly live talks, a member-only book club, patron-only monthly
2:28.2	giveaways to name just a few of the rewards. You can also support the podcast and share your
2:33.1	love of Tudor history with the world
2:34.8	by buying Talking Tudors merchandise. Check out all the products at Talking Tudors.threadless.com.
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