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The Exploress

Dec 20, 2022

Let's join Henry VIII's final queen, Katherine Parr, as we explore what education looked like for women in Tudor England. We'll discover how much they learned, what kinds of things they studied, and all the ways her education got Katherine in - and out - of trouble.

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Nov 27, 2022

In this episode, Queen Catherine Howard is going to be our guide as we explore all things sex for Tudor women. We’ll walk through the era’s expectations and understanding of a woman’s virtue, how a lady might keep from getting pregnant should she choose to risk her reputation, and what happens if a woman gets...


Oct 18, 2022

What connects a sorceress, a murderess, a mistress and a French king? Let's find out in this special Halloween bonus.

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Oct 4, 2022

Murder, mystery, and WWII code girls: oh my! Join me as I chat with Ellie Marney, the New York Times bestselling author of the new YA historical novel The Killing Code. Atmospheric, compulsive, and deliciously dark, it’s the perfect book to kick off the spooky season, and it’ll introduce you to a slice of...


Sep 20, 2022

Like most royal women, Anne didn’t have much of a choice when it came to whom she married. It was considered her “duty” to honor the needs of her family and her kingdom over whatever her own might be. But what about everyone else - non-royals. Did they get to pursue their hearts a little more freely? Let’s take...