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Talking Tudors

Episode 310 - William Carey: Unveiling a Rare Tudor Portrait with Kate McCaffrey

Talking Tudors

Natalie Grueninger

History

4.7969 Ratings

🗓️ 23 August 2025

⏱️ 39 minutes

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Summary

In this episode of Talking Tudors, host Natalie Grueninger speaks with Kate McCaffrey of Hever Castle about a newly unveiled portrait of William Carey, his role at Henry VIII’s court, and his marriage to Mary Boleyn. They discuss the portrait’s provenance and artistic origins, Tudor corridor portraits and genealogy displays, Hever’s wider Tudor collection (including Anne Boleyn’s books of hours), and upcoming exhibitions and events that bring the Boleyn circle to life. Follow Kate on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kateemccaffreyhistorian/ Join Dr Owen Emmerson & Natalie Grueninger for 'The Rise of a Queen: Anne Boleyn, 1526-1533' https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-rise-of-a-queen-anne-boleyn-1526-1533-tickets-1363827166769?aff=oddtdtcreator Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.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.

0:07.3

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.

1:01.0

I'm your host, Natalie Gruniga.

1:03.2

Thank you so much for joining me.

1:05.0

A few words about today's sponsor before we begin.

1:07.9

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1:11.8

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1:17.8

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1:23.9

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1:28.9

navigating the perils of love, power and self-determination, before the world turns her into

1:35.0

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1:39.9

through the eyes of the women who lived it, this story offers a fresh take on Tudor history,

1:44.8

not just in subject, but in sensibility, driven by an original voice and nuanced execution.

1:50.9

Julia is currently building a vibrant community of Tudor history enthusiasts,

1:55.6

sharing behind-the-scenes research, early material, and reflections on power, legacy, legacy and womanhood as she seeks literary

2:02.7

representation. Join the court at Julia-Hifrington-Hifern author.com or follow at Julia

2:09.6

Harrington underscore author to be part of the journey. I'd also like to acknowledge and thank

2:15.0

the generous listeners who continue to support Talking Tutors on Patreon

2:18.9

and extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who's taken the time to rate and review the show.

2:24.3

As an independent podcaster, this means a lot to me.

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