Best Laura Bowman Podcasts (2025)

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Ep.55: The Midlife Mirror: How Toxic Vanity can Derail Happiness and how to Find Peace and Acceptance With Aging 32:07

6d ago32:07

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What happens when the reflection staring back at you no longer matches the youthful image in your mind? In this episode, we peel back the layers of the “midlife mirror” to explore how aging intersects with body image, vanity, and the deep-seated need for validation. We get raw and real about the emotional shifts that come when our appearance begins…

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Episode 50: History of Nonpartisan Political Analysis w/ Stuart Rothenberg 52:33

13d ago52:33

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Nathan Gonzales and Jacob Rubashkin chat with Stuart Rothenberg about the beginnings of modern political handicapping, nonpartisan journalism, and some of his favorite moments covering elections for more than four decades. Stu is a Roll Call columnist, former CNN contributor and editor and publisher of The Rothenberg Political Report, which was the…

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Ep.54: Fired Up: Confronting and Healing from Sexual Abuse with Alreen Haeggquist 44:28

13d ago44:28

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This week on Insights From the Couch, we sit down with the powerhouse attorney, author, and survivor, Alreen Haeggquist. From her deeply personal story of growing up in an abusive household to becoming a leading legal advocate for survivors of sexual harassment and assault, Alreen’s journey is a testament to the strength of the human spirit—and the…

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Episode 49: Congressional Women's Softball Game + Trump's Latino Voters w/ Bridget Bowman | NBC News 50:27

20d ago50:27

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Nathan Gonzales and Jacob Rubashkin preview the annual women’s congressional softball game for charity with co-organizer Atalie Ebersole of the Pet Food Institute and Bridget Bowman of NBC News. It’s a wide-ranging episode that also includes Trump’s Latino support, Bruce Springsteen, Orlando Bloom, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Sza and an astronaut. …

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Ep.53: Self-Care is an Inside Job: How to Find Your Recipe for Replenishment 33:32

20d ago33:32

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Hey everyone—We’re diving into a topic that gets tossed around a lot but rarely unpacked in a way that actually matters: self-care. If you’ve ever felt confused or overwhelmed by what self-care really is (and isn’t), this is for you. In this episode, we unpack the myths, call out the cultural noise, and get real about what it truly means to care fo…

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Ep.52: Happiness Hacks: What Arthur C. Brooks Can Teach Us About What Really Works 38:35

27d ago38:35

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In this episode, we're taking a closer look at the science (and soul) of happiness—not that shiny, fake, “good vibes only” stuff, but the real-deal, research-backed version. After attending a powerful talk by Harvard professor and happiness expert Arthur C. Brooks, we came back buzzing with insights, and we couldn’t wait to break it all down for yo…

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Margaret Tudor, English Princess, Queen of Scotland with Linda Porter 1:01:15

1M ago1:01:15

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We continue our #MightyMargarets series! Today we present to you our chat with Linda Porter about her book The Thistle and The Rose published by Head of Zeus, which tells the story of Margaret Tudor, English Princess, sister of Henry VIII. Margaret went on to marry the Scottish king James IV, and thus became the grandmother to the future Mary Queen…

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The Realities of Regency Romance with Peter James Bowman 25:16

1M ago25:16

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Dear listener, Today we present to you our chat with PETER JAMES BOWMAN, the author of The Real Persuasion: Portrait of a Real-Life Jane Austen Heroine, published with Amberley. The book is a non-fiction account of a young woman named Catherine, whose own romance resembled that of Anne Elliot, in Jane Austen’s novel Persuasion. The peculiar thing a…

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Ep.51: The Power of Secure Attachment: Co-Regulation, Connection, and Creating Lasting Connections with Tara Boothby 57:09

1M ago57:09

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How do we create deep, secure, and lasting relationships—not just in romance, but in parenting, friendships, and even with ourselves? In this episode, we sit down with Tara Boothby, psychologist, author of Love and Love’s Energy, and expert in attachment science. She takes us on a journey into the heart of connection, breaking down the complexities…

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Episode 48: Congressional Baseball Game Preview (and the fight for the Senate Majority) w/ Nathaniel Rakich 49:02

1M ago49:02

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Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Nathaniel Rakich (formerly of FiveThirtyEight) preview the upcoming annual congressional baseball game for charity between Republicans and Democrats and analyze the key Senate race in Iowa that could impact which party controls the Senate in 2026 and could give Democrats a star pitcher in upcoming baseball game…

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Visit Blighty: Hatfield House 42:29

1M ago42:29

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Today we start a new series, dedicated to Blighty’s great historic locations - today we talk to the lovely Georgina who works at Hatfield House, a gorgeous historic manor found in Hertfordshire, famous for being the childhood home of Elizabeth I. Let’s find out more. Visit Hatfield: https://hatfield-house.co.uk/ https://hatfield-house.co.uk/explore…

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Vile the Tudor Play with Laura Crow 25:31

1M ago25:31

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Today we sit down with illustrator, actor, playwright and producer Laura Crow to talk about her new project Vile, The Tudor Play. This delicious production looks at the story of Jane Parker, a.k.a. Jane Boleyn, from a new angle. See Vile: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/53two/t-nopxgad Find Vile: https://www.tudorsociety.com/vile-the-radical-redempt…

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Ep.50: One Year Anniversary! Just Start: How to Bring Big Ideas to Life (Without Having it All Figured Out) 39:04

1M ago39:04

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Hey friends! We cannot believe we’re saying this—but it's officially been ONE YEAR since we launched Insights from the Couch! Not only are we celebrating our podcast anniversary, but this is also our 50th episode, and we're taking a moment to reflect on the wild, messy, beautiful journey that brought us here. Spoiler alert: we had no idea what we w…

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The Book of Merlin with John Matthews 27:12

1M ago27:12

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Good news - The New York Times Best-selling author JOHN MATTHEWS is back on the show, this time we’ll be talking about The Book of Merlin: Magic, Legend and History, published by Amberley. Who was Merlin? Did he actually exist? What has Wales got to do with him? And what is the larger context of the Merlin and Arthurian myths? Let’s dig in… Happy #…

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James VI & I and the Dawn of a Global Britain with Anna Whitelock 43:51

1M ago43:51

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Please welcome historian Anna Whitelock and we’ll be talking today about her fabulous new book - The Sun Rising: James I and the Dawn of a Global Britain, published by Bloomsbury (UK) & Viking Press (USA). This is a wonderful account of James VI and I’s working life. What was his connection to the colonies? How global was Britain’s presence during …

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Melting Point with Rachel Cockerell 31:42

2M ago31:42

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Have you ever heard of Russian Jews seeking new life in Galveston, Texas, after the pogroms in Imperial Russia? Now you have. Today we talk to Rachel Cockerell, whose ancestor was responsible for this movement, and whose first book on this subject, told entirely with the voice of primary sources, was voted The Times and The Sunday Times Book of the…

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Reinventing… Margaret Beaufort with Lauren Johnson 51:31

2M ago51:31

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We continue our #MightyMargarets series! Good news! Lauren Johnson is back on the podcast, this time we’re talking about the great Tudor matriarch - Margaret Beaufort, the subject of Lauren’s upcoming book. Did Margaret know how to have fun? What part did femininity play in her life? What was it like to have her as your boss? And what do swans have…

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Ep.49: Glow Up at Midlife: What Works, What Doesn’t, and What’s Worth It With Dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina 44:55

2M ago44:55

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What actually works for healthy, vibrant skin—and what’s just hype? In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant and refreshingly honest Dr. Mary Alice Mina, Harvard-trained dermatologist and host of The Skin Real podcast. We dive deep into what midlife skin really needs, what treatments are worth the money, and how hormonal changes can shake up…

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Reinventing... Sir Thomas More with Dr Joanne Paul 36:17

2M ago36:17

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We chat with Dr Joanne Paul about her new book - Thomas More: Life and Death in Tudor England. (published by Penguin in UK and Simon and Schuster in USA). Please pour yourself a cup of Countess Grey and start a drinking game on how many times Joanne and I are going to say ‘More’... when talking about one of the greatest figures of the Tudor age - S…

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What Matters in Jane Austen with John Mullan 48:14

2M ago48:14

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This year we’re celebrating 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen. Today we sit down with John Mullan about his book What Matters in Jane Austen?, which has just been re-released by Bloomsbury Publishing. What Matters in Jane Austen? https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/what-matters-in-jane-austen-9781526693945/ (UK) https://www.amazon.com/What-Ma…

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Episode 47: What Off-Year? New Jersey Governor w/ Madison Fernandez of Politico 46:12

2M ago46:12

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Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Madison Fernandez of Politico analyze the upcoming race for governor in New Jersey including the Democratic and Republican primaries and the general election, which will get even more national attention this fall as one of the first opportunities for Democrats to find their way out of the political wilderness. …

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The First Battle of St Albans with Jackson van Uden 40:21

2M ago40:21

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Today is the anniversary of the First Battle of St Albans, which was fought in 1455, making it the first battle of the Wars of the Roses; and to talk about it today our guest is Jackson van Uden. Welcome back, Jackson! Find Jackson: https://historywithjackson.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/historywithjackson/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxXh…

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Ep.48: Beyond Survival Mode: How to Stop Playing Small and Start Living Big with Debbie Weiss 45:33

2M ago45:33

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What happens when you spend your whole life taking care of others, and suddenly realize you’ve lost yourself in the process? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Debbie R. Weiss, bestselling author, entrepreneur, and inspirational speaker, who shares how she spent decades as a family caregiver—first to her father, then to her son with autism,…

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Anna of Denmark, the First British Queen with Steven Veerapen 57:52

2M ago57:52

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Welcome to a new episode of our #StuartSpring series. We’l be talking to Steven Veerapen about his book on ANNA OF DENMARK, wife to James VI and I. Anna married James in 1589, thus becoming Queen Consort of Scotland, and when he inherited the English throne upon the death of Elizabeth I, she Anna became queen of England as well, thus becoming the f…

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11 - Wanted William Bradford Bishop 1:04:06

2M ago1:04:06

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In this episode, Crawlspace Media's Tim Pilleri & Lance Reenstierna speak with Laura Riste about the disappearance of William Bradford Bishop. Bishop disappeared in 1976 after slaughtering his family. If you have any information please contact your local FBI office. This episode was previously published on May 1st, 2023 on Missing. Thank you to Lau…

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10 - Dennis Martin - Missing in the Smokies 1:13:32

2M ago1:13:32

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In this episode, Tim Pilleri, Lance Reenstierna, and Jennifer Amell speak about the mysterious disappearance of Dennis Lloyd Martin from the Great Smokey Mountains National Park on June 14th, 1969. And we play clips from a conversation with researcher ⁠Laura Riste⁠ about Dennis's disappearance. This episode was previously published on May 4th, 2023…

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9 - Polly Melton - Missing in the Smokies 1:00:58

2M ago1:00:58

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In this episode ⁠Crawlspace Media⁠'s Tim Pilleri, Lance Reenstierna and Jennifer Amell discuss the disappearance of Thelma Pauline Melton from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee. This episode was previously published on March 9th, 2023 on Missing. On an idyllic summer afternoon while hiking with her friends in the Great Smoky Moun…

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Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth I and the French Powers-That-Be with Estelle Paranque 21:52

2M ago21:52

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Today is the anniversary of Anne Boleyn’s execution. As we know, her French connections didn’t save her, despite strongly forged links some years previously. Today we talk to Estelle Paranque and ask her all about Anne and her daughter Elizabeth’s relationship with The French Powers-that-Be… Bienvenue, Estelle! Get Thorns, Lust and Glory: https://w…

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Margaret of York, Duchess of Burgundy, Sister of English Kings with Dr Elizabeth Norton 43:49

2M ago43:49

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Continuing on from Margaret of Anjou, today we have a new episode for the #MightyMargaret series. This one is about MARGARET OF YORK, or as she became known after marriage, Margaret of Burgundy. This of course is the sister to Edward IV, George, Duke of Clarence, and Richard III. The in/famous Duchess who helped strengthen the links between England…

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Ep.47: Losing a Loved One: How to Cope, Heal, and Move Forward with Helen Keeling Neal, LMHC 33:36

2M ago33:36

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In this heartfelt episode, we’re joined by our dear friend and fellow therapist, Helen Keeling-Neal, as she bravely shares her journey through grief after the sudden loss of her husband. Helen opens up about the profound and unexpected challenges that come with navigating life as a young widow and single mom, all while finding ways to heal, grow, a…

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Queen James: The Six Loves of James VI & I with Gareth Russell 47:50

2M ago47:50

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Stuart Spring continues! Please welcome historian Gareth Russell and we’lll be talking today about his latest book Queen James, published by William Collins. This is a new biography of James VI of Scotland, I of England, which makes us see James in a whole new light. Let’s find out more. Get Queen James: https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/queen-j…

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Reinventing... Margaret of Anjou with Lauren Johnson 52:30

2M ago52:30

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Today we’re sitting down with historian Lauren Johnson and talking about the life and times of Margaret of Anjou, the long-suffering wife of Henry VI of England. She was called the She-Wolf of France, she was villainised by the Yorkists during the Wars of the Roses and by Shakespeare long after her …

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Episode 46: What's the Deal with Redistricting? w/ David Wasserman of The Cook Political Report 54:44

2M ago54:44

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Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and David Wasserman of The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter analyze the handful of states where redistricting and new congressional maps could affect the fight for the House majority and take a broader look at how redistricting impacts our elections and the partisan mood of the country. Jacob also unveils a qu…

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Ep.46: The People-Pleasing Trap: Why It’s Holding You Back and How to Stop 37:57

2M ago37:57

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Do you find yourself saying “yes” when you really want to say “no”? Do you feel responsible for keeping the peace, even at your own expense? If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. From childhood conditioning and gender expectations to how this behavior shows up in our adult relationships—romantic, professional, and personal—we’re …

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Arranged Love Blossom: The Stuart Edition 32:09

2M ago32:09

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Welcome to our Royal Romance season. We’re continuing with the #StuartSpring series, but this is the finale of the Royal Valentines season. Today we’re going to look at two Stuart couples that found love within their marriage, despite their unions being arranged. First up, we have Mark Turnbull who will tell us all about Elisabeth Stuart, daughter …

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Reinventing… Mary Queen of Scots with Steven Veerapen 1:32:26

2M ago1:32:26

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Right trusty and well beloved, we greet you well! Welcome to SEASON EIGHT of If It Ain’t Baroque…your independent history podcast! This new season we’re kicking off with a brand new mini series dedicated to the Stuarts, titled #StuartSpring. As our guest today we have Steven Veerapen, and we’ll be chatting all things Mary Queen of Scots. I say chat…

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Katharine of Aragon, Spanish Princess, Queen of England with Heather R Darsie 28:06

3M ago28:06

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Welcome to our 150th episode! As a treat, we have something very special for you today. Heather R Darsie is back on the show, once more we talk of her upcoming book "Katharine of Aragon: Spanish Princess: I Am Not as Simple as I May Seem", published by Amberley Books. This book dives deep into Katharine’s life when she was a young princess in Spain…

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8 - New Trenny Gibson Updates w/ Laura Riste 1:33:11

3M ago1:33:11

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In this new episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak with Laura Riste about the mysterious disappearance of Trenny Gibson from the Smoky Mountain National Park on October 8th, 1976. This is part 8 of our series on Trenny Gibson. Laura's FB page for Trenny: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/searching.for.trenny⁠. Laura Riste's site devoted to Trenny…

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Ep.45: Ditching Diet Culture: Healing Your Relationship with Food and Body Image with Nicole Swartz 50:35

3M ago50:35

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In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Nicole Swartz, a licensed therapist specializing in helping people heal from the damaging effects of diet culture and generational body-image trauma. Nicole shares her personal story of overcoming an eating disorder, offers insights into her revolutionary coaching program, and explains how shifting mind…

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Trouble in Paradise: The Georgian Edition 40:52

3M ago40:52

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Welcome to our Royal Romance season. On this episode, we’ll be talking about Georgian Couples that didn’t have a happy ending. Please welcome Catherine Curzon back as we learn more about the Georgian couples whose Happily Ever After seemed to have an expiration date. We’ll talking about George III of Great Britain & Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-S…

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Shakespeare's Sassy Ladies' Appreciation Tour with Carol Ann Lloyd 1:07:47

3M ago1:07:47

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This is still Shakespeare Week, and today we present our latest episode celebrating this great poet and playwright. Words, words, words, indeed. Next up, we have Carol Ann Lloyd, an author of several books on the Tudors, and she’s also a researcher at the Folger Shakespeare Library. On this episode, Carol Ann and Natalie are exploring Shakespeare's…

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Shakespeare's Sisters with Ramie Targoff 31:02

3M ago31:02

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This is Shakespeare Week, so we have a mini series of episodes celebrating this great poet and playwright. Words, words, words, indeed. Next up, we have Ramie Targoff and we’ll be talking about her latest book Shakespeare’s Sisters which celebrates the lives of William’s near contemporaries - the ladies who wrote. Anne Clifford, Aemilia Lanyer, Mar…

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Shakespeare's Comedy of Errors with Matt Pinches (Guildford Shakespeare Company) 42:08

3M ago42:08

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This is Shakespeare Week, so we have a mini series of episodes celebrating this great poet and playwright. Words, words, words, indeed. Today our guest is Matt Pinches, the co-founder of Guildford Shakespeare Company. And we’ll be talking about The Comedy of Errors, the play that the company is putting on a bit later in the year… Find GSC: https://…

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Episode 45: Covering Trump Agenda on the Ground in Key States + Election Coverage w/ Adam Levy of the BBC 50:02

3M ago50:02

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Nathan Gonzales, Jacob Rubashkin, and Adam Levy of the BBC analyze the impact of tariffs, immigration and President Donald Trump’s economic agenda in local economies in key states including Ohio and Florida ahead of the midterm elections and discuss how U.S. election coverage has changed over the years and how it’s different to domestic and foreign…

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Shakespeare's Borrowed Feathers with Darren Freebury-Jones 55:12

3M ago55:12

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Today is the anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death, as well as his potential birthday. We’re here to honour this great playwright and poet with a mini season of episodes, all to do with him. First up, is Darren Freebury-Jones with his latest book - SHAKESPEARE'S BORROWED FEATHERS - published by Manchester University Press, it’s all about Willi…

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Ep.44: Dating After Divorce: Andrea Baker’s Hilarious & Honest Take on Love, Lessons, and Second Chances 39:01

3M ago39:01

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Are you navigating the tricky world of dating after divorce? In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, we sit down with the incredible Andrea Baker, an actor, voiceover artist, and co-host of the pet-centric podcast Tales to Tell. Andrea opens up about her personal journey through divorce, the unexpected twists of dating midlife, and the surprising …

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Royal Love Stories Told Wrong: Cupid Painted Blind 34:54

3M ago34:54

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Royal Love Stories Told Wrong: Cupid Painted Blind On this episode we’re looking at the royal love stories which are different from how they’re usually told. To help sort out fact from fiction, we have great historians with us today. The couples we’ll be talking about include: Isabella of France & Edward II of England (Sharon Bennett Connolly) Anne…

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The Fall of the House of Byron with Emily Brand 26:40

3M ago26:40

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On the 19th April 1824 at the age of 36, George Gordon Byron, the 6th Baron died in Greece. Today we sit down and talk to Emily Brand, a Georgian historian and the biographer of the Byron family. We’ll be discussing her book The Fall of the House of Byron: Scandal and Seduction in Georgian England released by John Murray Press (Hachette UK). Welcom…

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Reinventing… Edward I with Darren Baker 21:01

3M ago21:01

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Please welcome Darren Baker back on the podcast, and we’re going to talk about his latest book - The Confessions and Chronicle of Lord Edward, meaning we’re going to be digging up dirt on the young future Edward I, also known as Longshanks. Darren's Books: Henry III, his brother, his sister and his wife https://thehistorypress.co.uk/publication/hen…

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Ep.43: How to Parent Tweens and Teens Without Losing Your Mind 46:57

3M ago46:57

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Buckle up. In this episode, we get real about what it's like to raise kids between the ages of 10 to 18 in a world that looks nothing like the one we grew up in. From the emotional rollercoaster of middle school years to navigating social media, anxiety, and the constant pressure to be “on,” we break down the mental load parents are carrying—and wh…

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