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If It Ain\'t Baroque...If It Ain't Baroque...Reinventing… Mary Queen of Scots with Steven VeerapenRight 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 chatting, we’ll be busting some myths. Get Steven's Books:https://www.waterstones.com/author/steven-veerapen/4403209https://www.stevenveerapen.com/h...2025-05-041h 32Front RowFront RowKing James IV & I, Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes, The Extraordinary Miss FlowerJeff Pope on his new series Suspect: The Shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes, the innocent man who was killed by police on a London tube in 2005, which launches tonight on Disney+. James VI of Scotland & I of England is the subject of a major exhibition at the National Gallery of Scotland in Edinburgh. We’re joined by the historical writers Lucy Hughes Hallett and Steven Veerapen. And performance art in a new film The Extraordinary Miss Flower, a musical portrait of a mysterious woman, who left behind a suitcase of letters, from lovers and fr...2025-04-3043 minWriter\'s RoutineWriter's RoutineSteven Veerapen, author of the 'Anthony Blanke' series - Historical fiction author and academic discusses morbid curiosity, sparse writing environments, and Tudor love This week, we chat to the historical fiction author and academic, Steven Veerapen. He's best known for his Anthony Blanke series, set in the Tudor period, about the son of a black trumpeter, John Blanke, who was a real figure in the court of King Henry VIII. There's 'Of Blood Descended' and 'Of Judgement Fallen', which are out in print and just released as audiobooks. He's also written 3 in the 'Simon Danforth' series, and a few about the playwright Christopher Marlowe as a spy.We talk about the balance of writing academia and finding time for...2024-11-2250 minIf It Ain\'t Baroque...If It Ain't Baroque...True Murder History Club with Steven VeerapenRight trusty and well beloved, we greet you well!Today we present to you our chat with historian and author Steven Veerapen, and we talk about several murders set at the courts of Mary Queen of Scots and her son, James VI and I. Get Steven's Books: https://www.waterstones.com/author/steven-veerapen/4403209 https://www.stevenveerapen.com/ https://www.bookseriesinorder.com/steven-veerapen/ If you would like to join Natalie on her walking tours in London with Reign of L...2024-11-1452 minHerstoryHerstoryAnna of Denmark with Steven VeerapenHello and welcome to another episode of the Tudor Herstory! But this time we have dipped our toes into the Stuart period… I spoke to the wonderful Steven Veerapen about the illustrious wife of James VI and I, Anna of Denmark. Steven Veerapen was born in Glasgow and raised in Paisley. Pursuing an interest in the sixteenth century, he was awarded a first-class Honours degree in English, focussing his dissertation on representations of Henry VIII’s six wives. He then received a Masters in Renaissance studies and a PhD investigating Elizabethan slander. Today, he writes and publishes wide...2024-09-201h 27Presidents, Prime Ministers, Monarchs & DictatorsPresidents, Prime Ministers, Monarchs & Dictators164. James I (1603 - 1625)Iain Dale talks to historical author Steven Veerapen, whose book 'The Wisest Fool' charts the lavish life of the King who went from James VI of Scotland to becoming James I after the union of the English & Scottish crowns.2024-08-1244 minRead With Your Ears, Explore With Your Heart With Full AudiobookRead With Your Ears, Explore With Your Heart With Full AudiobookOf Judgement Fallen Audiobook by Steven VeerapenListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 769052 Title: Of Judgement Fallen Author: Steven Veerapen Narrator: Peter Noble Format: Unabridged Length: 12:24:46 Language: English Release date: 07-30-24 Publisher: Tantor Media Genres: Fiction & Literature, Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Historical Fiction Summary: Spring, 1523. Henry VIII readies England for war with France. The King's chief minister, Cardinal Wolsey, prepares to open Parliament at Blackfriars. The eyes of the country turn towards London. But all is not well in Wolsey's household. A visiting critic of the Cardinal is found brutally slain whilst awaiting an audience at Richmond Palace. He will not...2024-07-3012h 24Stream Popular Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Stream Popular Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Of Judgement Fallen by Steven VeerapenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/769052to listen full audiobooks. Title: Of Judgement Fallen Series: #2 of Anthony Blanke Tudor Mysteries Author: Steven Veerapen Narrator: Peter Noble Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 24 minutes Release date: July 30, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: LGBTQ+ Publisher's Summary: Spring, 1523. Henry VIII readies England for war with France. The King's chief minister, Cardinal Wolsey, prepares to open Parliament at Blackfriars. The eyes of the country turn towards London. But all is not well in Wolsey's household. A visiting critic of the Cardinal is found brutally slain whilst awaiting an audience at Richmond Palace. He w...2024-07-3012h 24Listen to Best Full Audiobooks in Fiction, HistoricalListen to Best Full Audiobooks in Fiction, HistoricalOf Judgement Fallen by Steven VeerapenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/769052to listen full audiobooks. Title: Of Judgement Fallen Series: #2 of Anthony Blanke Tudor Mysteries Author: Steven Veerapen Narrator: Peter Noble Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 12 hours 24 minutes Release date: July 30, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Historical Publisher's Summary: Spring, 1523. Henry VIII readies England for war with France. The King's chief minister, Cardinal Wolsey, prepares to open Parliament at Blackfriars. The eyes of the country turn towards London. But all is not well in Wolsey's household. A visiting critic of the Cardinal is found brutally slain whilst awaiting an audience at Richmond Palace. He w...2024-07-3012h 24Love Scotland: Stories of Scotland\'s History and NatureLove Scotland: Stories of Scotland's History and NatureJames VI: wise man or fool?Recorded in Falkland Palace’s chapel royal, host Jackie Bird and her guest Steven Veerapen discuss the adult life and legacy of James VI of Scotland and I of England. During his reign, the king faced a host of challenges, from religious tensions to anti-Scottish sentiment in his London court, not to mention Guy Fawkes’ gunpowder plot.  Veerapen’s book, The Wisest Fool, challenges the varied perceptions of James as an ineffective or short-sighted monarch. What really motivated the first king to reign over Scotland, England and Ireland? How did his adult relationships – with men and women – influence hi...2024-07-2646 minStream Popular Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Stream Popular Full Audiobooks in Fiction, LGBTQ+Of Blood Descended by Steven VeerapenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/769038to listen full audiobooks. Title: Of Blood Descended Series: #1 of Anthony Blanke Tudor Mysteries Author: Steven Veerapen Narrator: Peter Noble Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 54 minutes Release date: June 18, 2024 Genres: LGBTQ+ Publisher's Summary: 'Beautifully written . . . a unique tale told in a unique voice' —S. G. Maclean Summer, 1522. In a wave of pomp, Henry VIII's court welcomes the Imperial emperor, Charles V. Anthony Blanke, the son of the king's late 'black trumpet', John Blanke, is called to Hampton Court by his former employer, Cardinal Wolsey. The cardinal is preparing a gift for King Henry: a mas...2024-06-1811h 54Read With Your Ears, Explore With Your Heart With Full AudiobookRead With Your Ears, Explore With Your Heart With Full AudiobookOf Blood Descended Audiobook by Steven VeerapenListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 769038 Title: Of Blood Descended Author: Steven Veerapen Narrator: Peter Noble Format: Unabridged Length: 11:54:11 Language: English Release date: 06-18-24 Publisher: Tantor Media Genres: Fiction & Literature, Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Historical Fiction Summary: 'Beautifully written . . . a unique tale told in a unique voice' —S. G. Maclean Summer, 1522. In a wave of pomp, Henry VIII's court welcomes the Imperial emperor, Charles V. Anthony Blanke, the son of the king's late 'black trumpet', John Blanke, is called to Hampton Court by his former employer, Cardinal Wolsey. The cardinal is preparing a gift fo...2024-06-1811h 54Listen to Best Full Audiobooks in Fiction, HistoricalListen to Best Full Audiobooks in Fiction, HistoricalOf Blood Descended by Steven VeerapenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/769038to listen full audiobooks. Title: Of Blood Descended Series: #1 of Anthony Blanke Tudor Mysteries Author: Steven Veerapen Narrator: Peter Noble Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 54 minutes Release date: June 18, 2024 Genres: Historical Publisher's Summary: 'Beautifully written . . . a unique tale told in a unique voice' —S. G. Maclean Summer, 1522. In a wave of pomp, Henry VIII's court welcomes the Imperial emperor, Charles V. Anthony Blanke, the son of the king's late 'black trumpet', John Blanke, is called to Hampton Court by his former employer, Cardinal Wolsey. The cardinal is preparing a gift for King Henry: a mas...2024-06-1811h 54Aspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryJames I with Steven VeerapenOn the 24th March 1603 at Richmond Palace Elizabeth I died. She had not named a successor, but James VI of Scotland was proclaimed king in London that same day, and he headed south to accede to the English throne. What sort of man was he, and how had his rule in Scotland shaped his character?Steven Veerapen joins to discuss James, his rule, the union of the crowns of Scotland and England and the new show Mary & George which has been making waves in its depiction of the Stuart court.Steven Veerapen Links...2024-04-0650 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryJames I with Steven VeerapenOn the 24th March 1603 at Richmond Palace Elizabeth I died. She had not named a successor, but James VI of Scotland was proclaimed king in London that same day, and he headed south to accede to the English throne. What sort of man was he, and how had his rule in Scotland shaped his character?Steven Veerapen joins to discuss James, his rule, the union of the crowns of Scotland and England and the new show Mary & George which has been making waves in its depiction of the Stuart court.Steven Veerapen Links...2024-04-0650 minTudors Dynasty & BeyondTudors Dynasty & BeyondRoyal Misconceptions: James I and Anne of DenmarkToday I am joined by Dr. Steven Veerapen to discuss Anne of Denmark and her role as wife of James I and queen consort of England. We delve into the common misconceptions about their relationship, we look at whether or not she had a role in the Gunpowder Plot, and also touch on her impression of her late mother-in-law, Mary Queen of Scots. This episode is jam-packed with information,and I hope you enjoy! -- Steven's Books! Looking for a commercial-free experience? Articles about the Tudors and royal history -- Credits: Host: Rebecca...2024-03-1951 minHistory RageHistory RageUnraveling the Mysteries of Mary, Queen of Scots with Steven VeerapenJoin Paul and Kyle as they delve into the captivating life of Mary, Queen of Scots with historian Stephen Veerapen. In this episode, they explore Mary's complex character, relationships, portrayals in history, and the intriguing details surrounding her execution.Part 1: The Complexity of Mary, Queen of ScotsMary's tumultuous life and its many facetsHer early years, marriage to Francis II, and the French courtThe precarious balance of power in her youthPart 2: Mary's Relationships and the Political LandscapeMary's complex relationships with various men in her lifeThe power struggles, political...2024-02-2647 minAfter Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the ParanormalAfter Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the ParanormalMurder in Henry VIII's EnglandIn a world before police, what happened when someone was murdered? How were murderers caught? How did the wheels of justice turn?We talk to Steven Veerapen, author of Of Blood Descended, about murder under the bloodiest King of all, Henry VIII.Edited by Tom Delargy. Produced by Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Get a subscription for £1 per month for 3 months with code AFTERDARK sign up at https://historyhit/subscription/ You ca...2024-02-1534 minNot Just the TudorsNot Just the TudorsPrivate Life of King James VI & IKing James VI and I, the first monarch to reign over Scotland, England and Ireland, has a mixed reputation. To many, he is simply the homosexual King, the inveterate witch-roaster, the smelly sovereign who never washed, the colourless man behind the authorised Bible bearing his name, or the drooling fool whose speech could barely be understood. For too long, he has paled in comparison to his more celebrated Tudor and Stuart forebears.In this episode of Not Just the Tudors, Professor Suzannah Lipscomb finds out more from Dr. Steven Veerapen - author of The Wisest Fool...2024-02-0839 minHistory RageHistory RageTrailer - Intro to Series 10The Series 10 trailer is here. Starting on 1st January on General Release we'll be bringing you Authors Myke Cole, Mark Turnbull, Katja Hoyer, Kirsteen MacKenzie, Alice Loxton, Steven Veerapen and Kate Lister. From the world of Academia Madeleine Johnson. We have Youtuber and Author Josh Provan from Adventures in Historyland and finally Producer of the Musical Podcast "Kisses on a Postcard", Dominic Frisby.Support the showYou can follow History Rage on Twitter @HistoryRage and let us know what you wish people would just stop believing using the Hashtag #HistoryRage.Yo...2023-12-3001 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryKings & Queens with Iain DaleWho is our greatest monarch, and who is our most interesting? Where should we start - 1066 or 886? Should we include Louis, Matilda, Lady Jane Grey and of course the Cromwells? Which Prime Minister and ruler would make the greatest combination?Iain Dale joins the editor, along with friends of the show Miranda Malins and Steven Veerapen to discuss these questions and more.Iain DaleKings and Queens: 1200 Years of English and British MonarchsThe Prime Ministers: 55 Leaders, 55 Authors, 300 Years of HistoryThe Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James...2023-11-1137 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryKings & Queens with Iain DaleWho is our greatest monarch, and who is our most interesting? Where should we start - 1066 or 886? Should we include Louis, Matilda, Lady Jane Grey and of course the Cromwells? Which Prime Minister and ruler would make the greatest combination?Iain Dale joins the editor, along with friends of the show Miranda Malins and Steven Veerapen to discuss these questions and more.Iain DaleKings and Queens: 1200 Years of English and British MonarchsThe Prime Ministers: 55 Leaders, 55 Authors, 300 Years of HistoryThe Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James...2023-11-1137 minAfter Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the ParanormalAfter Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the ParanormalGuy Fawkes & the 1605 Gunpowder PlotOther countries celebrate their victories and independence. But in Britain, we celebrate a bungling terrorist from the 17th century. Why? Who was Guy Fawkes? What was the Gunpowder Plot? And why must we Remember, Remember the 5th of November?Maddy Pelling and Anthony Delaney are joined by historian and author Steven Veerapen - author of (among other titles) Of Blood Descended: An Anthony Blanke Tudor Mystery: https://birlinn.co.uk/product/of-blood-descended/Produced by Charlotte Long and Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long.Get 50% off your first 3 months with...2023-11-0149 minInnovation Zero 2023Innovation Zero 2023Infrastructure Funding | Ep.35A discussion to progress the question of how better to match the investment opportunities requiring funding with the investors seeking greater visibility. Featuring Jon Phillips (CEO, GIIA), Ian Brown (Head of Banking, UKIB), Priya Veerapen (Managing Director, Infracapital), Nicholas Beatty (Founder Director, Zenobe), Gregg McClymont (Executive Director - Public Affairs Europe, IFM Investors), and Steven Pugh (Partner, Hermes GPE Infrastructure). The inaugural Innovation Zero Congress at Olympia London in 2023 convened 6,866 passionate, forward-looking experts who exchanged critical knowledge, debate and discussions around the implementation and scaling of the innovations needed to meet the Paris goals. Learn...2023-10-2943 min1666 and All That1666 and All ThatEpisode 1: James and the Giant FeastsMiranda and Paul launch Season 2 with a myth-busting profile of King James VI and I, a fascinating and much-misunderstood monarch whose reign was packed with drama, intrigue and excess. Their guest is Steven Veerapen, author of a new biography of James. Steven's book. 'The Wisest Fool: the Lavish Life of James VI and I' (Birlinn), reassesses James's early life in Scotland, explores his bisexuality, and paints a vivid picture of his extravagant court in London -  "simultaneously the most colourful and the most wasteful in English history," as Steven tells us. Yet there was more t...2023-10-0345 minHistory HackHistory HackHistory Hack: James VI and ICharly and Alex are joined by author Steven Veerapen for a new look at James VI and I. Does this first Stuart king to rule both England and Scotland deserve his reputation as The Wisest Fool?  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-181h 01New Books in BiographyNew Books in BiographySteven Veerapen, "The Wisest Fool: The Life of James VI and I" (Birlinn, 2023)James VI and I has long endured a mixed reputation. To many, he is the homosexual King, the inveterate witch-roaster, the smelly sovereign who never washed, the colourless man behind the authorised Bible bearing his name, the drooling fool whose speech could barely be understood. For too long, he has paled in comparison to his more celebrated – and analysed – Tudor and Stuart forebears. But who was he really? To what extent have myth, anecdote, and rumour obscured him?In this new biography The Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James VI and I (Birlinn, 2023) by Dr. Steven Veerap...2023-09-0753 minNew Books in Western European StudiesNew Books in Western European StudiesSteven Veerapen, "The Wisest Fool: The Life of James VI and I" (Birlinn, 2023)James VI and I has long endured a mixed reputation. To many, he is the homosexual King, the inveterate witch-roaster, the smelly sovereign who never washed, the colourless man behind the authorised Bible bearing his name, the drooling fool whose speech could barely be understood. For too long, he has paled in comparison to his more celebrated – and analysed – Tudor and Stuart forebears. But who was he really? To what extent have myth, anecdote, and rumour obscured him?In this new biography The Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James VI and I (Birlinn, 2023) by Dr. Steven Veerap...2023-09-0753 minNew Books in Early Modern HistoryNew Books in Early Modern HistorySteven Veerapen, "The Wisest Fool: The Life of James VI and I" (Birlinn, 2023)James VI and I has long endured a mixed reputation. To many, he is the homosexual King, the inveterate witch-roaster, the smelly sovereign who never washed, the colourless man behind the authorised Bible bearing his name, the drooling fool whose speech could barely be understood. For too long, he has paled in comparison to his more celebrated – and analysed – Tudor and Stuart forebears. But who was he really? To what extent have myth, anecdote, and rumour obscured him?In this new biography The Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James VI and I (Birlinn, 2023) by Dr. Steven Veerap...2023-09-0753 minNew Books with Miranda MelcherNew Books with Miranda MelcherSteven Veerapen, "The Wisest Fool: The Life of James VI and I" (Birlinn, 2023)James VI and I has long endured a mixed reputation. To many, he is the homosexual King, the inveterate witch-roaster, the smelly sovereign who never washed, the colourless man behind the authorised Bible bearing his name, the drooling fool whose speech could barely be understood. For too long, he has paled in comparison to his more celebrated – and analysed – Tudor and Stuart forebears. But who was he really? To what extent have myth, anecdote, and rumour obscured him?In this new biography The Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James VI and I (Birlinn, 2023) by Dr. Steven Veerap...2023-09-0753 minNew Books in British StudiesNew Books in British StudiesSteven Veerapen, "The Wisest Fool: The Life of James VI and I" (Birlinn, 2023)James VI and I has long endured a mixed reputation. To many, he is the homosexual King, the inveterate witch-roaster, the smelly sovereign who never washed, the colourless man behind the authorised Bible bearing his name, the drooling fool whose speech could barely be understood. For too long, he has paled in comparison to his more celebrated – and analysed – Tudor and Stuart forebears. But who was he really? To what extent have myth, anecdote, and rumour obscured him?In this new biography The Wisest Fool: The Lavish Life of James VI and I (Birlinn, 2023) by Dr. Steven Veerap...2023-09-0753 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryElizabeth I with Steven VeerapenOld friend of the show Steven Veerapen joins the pod to discuss Elizabeth I in two parts. First he discusses depictions of the greatest English monarch on screen, including performances from Judi Dench, Cate Blanchett and Margot Robbie, and then Elizabeth's presentation of herself as monarch.Steven is a historian and author of a number of novels and history books. The Queen's Fire is his latest.Steven Veerapen LinksSteven's Blog of Top 10 DepictionsSteven on Twitter / XThe Queen's FireOllie LinksOllie on...2023-08-1950 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryElizabeth I with Steven VeerapenOld friend of the show Steven Veerapen joins the pod to discuss Elizabeth I in two parts. First he discusses depictions of the greatest English monarch on screen, including performances from Judi Dench, Cate Blanchett and Margot Robbie, and then Elizabeth's presentation of herself as monarch.Steven is a historian and author of a number of novels and history books. The Queen's Fire is his latest.Steven Veerapen LinksSteven's Blog of Top 10 DepictionsSteven on Twitter / XThe Queen's FireOllie LinksOllie on...2023-08-1950 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryGreatest Tudor Myths with Steven VeerapenIt's the Tudors this week and my guest Steven Veerapen gives his Top 10 Greatest Tudor Myths. Among them Mary Queen of Scots and marmalade, Warrior Queen Elizabeth I, Anne Boleyn's physical deformity and plenty more.Steven is a historian and author and his novels feature Anthony Blanke, the son of Henry's black trumpeter, John Blanke.Don't forget to listen on Tuesday for the Film Club which continues with the 2008 Financial Crash movie The Big Short.Steven Veerapen LinksArticle on MythsOf Blood DescendedOf Judgement Descended...2023-04-1545 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryGreatest Tudor Myths with Steven VeerapenIt's the Tudors this week and my guest Steven Veerapen gives his Top 10 Greatest Tudor Myths. Among them Mary Queen of Scots and marmalade, Warrior Queen Elizabeth I, Anne Boleyn's physical deformity and plenty more.Steven is a historian and author and his novels feature Anthony Blanke, the son of Henry's black trumpeter, John Blanke.Don't forget to listen on Tuesday for the Film Club which continues with the 2008 Financial Crash movie The Big Short.Steven Veerapen LinksArticle on MythsOf Blood DescendedOf Judgement Descended...2023-04-1545 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryBonus Episode, Black History Month: Tudors, POWs, Isandlwana, Josephine Baker & ATS vetsIn this bonus episode in honour of Black History Month, contributors from previous AoH podcasts chat about significant historians and events.:Steven Veerapen discusses John Blanke, one of the first black people living in England.Then we move on to the experience of African Americans in the War of 1812 as sailors and POWs with Nicholas Guyatt.Saul David explains why the British were destroyed at Isandlwana in 1879 during the Zulu War.Damien Lewis talks about Josephine Baker and her rise from showgirl in America to superstar in Paris, before becoming an...2022-10-1848 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryBonus Episode, Black History Month: Tudors, POWs, Isandlwana, Josephine Baker & ATS vetsIn this bonus episode in honour of Black History Month, contributors from previous AoH podcasts chat about significant historians and events.:Steven Veerapen discusses John Blanke, one of the first black people living in England.Then we move on to the experience of African Americans in the War of 1812 as sailors and POWs with Nicholas Guyatt.Saul David explains why the British were destroyed at Isandlwana in 1879 during the Zulu War.Damien Lewis talks about Josephine Baker and her rise from showgirl in America to superstar in Paris, before becoming an...2022-10-1848 minAspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryTudor Greatest Hits with Steven VeerapenThis week I'm joined by Tudor historian and novelist Steven Veerapen. We talk about his novels, and the Greatest Hits of the Tudors. Well known names such as Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, Lady Jane Grey, Elizabeth I & Mary Queen of Scots, but also lesser known names such as Anthony Blanke and Kit Marlowe.Steven Veerapen LinksOf Blood DescendedThe Queen's JewelBlack TudorsHilary Mantel's Wolf Hall TrilogyThe Execution of Lady Jane Grey, by Paul DelarocheAspects of History LinksThe...2022-10-011h 04Aspects of HistoryAspects of HistoryTudor Greatest Hits with Steven VeerapenThis week I'm joined by Tudor historian and novelist Steven Veerapen. We talk about his novels, and the Greatest Hits of the Tudors. Well known names such as Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn, Lady Jane Grey, Elizabeth I & Mary Queen of Scots, but also lesser known names such as Anthony Blanke and Kit Marlowe.Steven Veerapen LinksOf Blood DescendedThe Queen's JewelBlack TudorsHilary Mantel's Wolf Hall TrilogyThe Execution of Lady Jane Grey, by Paul DelarocheAspects of History LinksThe...2022-10-011h 04Tudors Dynasty & BeyondTudors Dynasty & BeyondThe Relationship between Elizabeth I and James VI of ScotlandOn this installment of Ask the Expert, Steph asks historian Steven Veerapen YOUR questions on the relationship between Elizabeth I and James VI of Scotland. There were some wonderful questions submitted for this one and you might even find out something about Elizabeth that you never knew.  Love the Tudors? Read the stories of the Tudors on the blog: Tudors Dynasty   Buy Tudors Dynasty Merchandise   Love the show and want to show your support? Become a patron on Patreon!   Credits: Hosted by: Steph Stoh...2022-02-1749 minThe Bowman Of The Yard PodcastThe Bowman Of The Yard PodcastThe Bowman Of The Yard Podcast - Exhibit IJoin Richard James and Peter Crouch for The Bowman Of The Yard Podcast - Exhibit I!Richard and Peter discuss some wonderful Victorian eccentrics, lock author Steven Veerapen in the cells at Bow Street and read your letters to the Yard.There's also the latest news from the Bowman books, a Victorian commercial break and the final part of Richard's reading of his short story from Bowman's Casebook, The Smithfield Murder!Questions and comments to podcast@bowmanoftheyard.co.uk2020-09-0131 minThe Bowman Of The Yard PodcastThe Bowman Of The Yard PodcastThe Bowman Of The Yard Podcast - Exhibit I - TrailerJoin Richard James and Peter Crouch for The Bowman Of The Yard Podcast - Exhibit I, coming September 1st!Richard and Peter discuss some rather dubious Victorian eccentrics, lock author Steven Veerapen in the cells at Bow Street and read your letters to the Yard.There's also the concluding part of Richard's reading of his short story from Bowman's Casebook, The Smithfield Murder!Questions and comments to podcast@bowmanoftheyard.co.uk2020-08-2501 min