Hey, Queens! Today we are re-running a classic episode from our friends at My Worst Date podcast. In this episode, Keegan, Cassi and Christina talk about the holidays and play FMK with apple cider, eggnog and hot chocolate, rage about a date that forgot their wallet, laugh about a date with Star Wars and warn about a Craigslist meeting for shoes. Keegan wraps it up in the true crime segment of the show with the story of the Grand Princess Olga of Kiev. You can listen to their full episode, titled MWD Professor Raw Dog, here. Got a story to share? Go to www.myworstdatepodcast.com and join the fun! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

And we are back with another historical tarot reading! We're so excited to be joined again by Tandy as we dive into the life of the infamous Elizabeth Bathory. Elizabeth Bathory has gone down in history as one of the most prolific serial killers of all time. With more money than God, she got away with torture and murder for years, until she was finally caught, convicted and locked up. Or at least, that's how the story goes. Today, we're going to see what the cards have to say about all that. Content warning: this episode gets a little dark at times. So, if you're not in a headspace for dark stuff today, that's ok! Come back in 2 weeks when we'll resume our regularly scheduled history antics. Cheers! Find Tandy here -Unicorn wellness: https://www.unicornwellnessstudio.com/a/27402/EmHa3EVz -------------- Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's spooky season and we are INTO IT! This episode is from the Patreon vault. We literally just googled "worlds most haunted castle" and ended up with Chillingham Castle! Chillingham Castle, where the walls talk, the floors creak, and the ghosts are...well, let's just say they're not all friendly. This medieval fortress in northern England is a favorite for history buffs, ghost hunters, and anyone who loves a good story. From the torture chamber to the great hall, every room is steeped in history and ghosts! Some sources: https://thelittlehouseofhorrors.com/chillingham-castle/ https://chillingham-castle.com/ Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Come with us into the Patreon vault. This episode was done when we were working on our Jane Seymour episode, but felt relevant after our Katherine Howard series too. Join us on a thrilling journey through time, as we uncover the captivating story of the Pilgrimage of Grace, a massive revolt that shook England in the 1500s. Robert Aske, a Yorkshire lawyer, led the charge against King Henry VIII's religious reforms, which aimed to break away from the Catholic Church. The rebellion brought together folks from all walks of life, united by their passion for England's Catholic traditions and faith. This uprising was a bubbling cauldron of political, religious, and social tensions, leaving an indelible mark on English history. As we unravel this epic tale, we'll also reflect on how the Pilgrimage of Grace echoes through the ages and resonates with us today. ------------------------------ Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Admit it: you’re obsessed with royal families – watching them, gossiping about them, wanting to be them. It’s the stuff of fantasy. But for real-life royals, the crown jewels can be more like shiny handcuffs. There are expectations and rules – and if you break them, the consequences are big, and very public. And no, we’re not just talking about Harry and Meghan. There are royal families and wild royal tales from around the world and throughout history that you have never heard before. From Wondery comes the latest from Even the Rich co-hosts Brooke Siffrinn and Aricia Skidmore-Williams, Even the Royals. They’ll take you inside the cloistered world of royal families, past and present, where wealth and status often come at the expense of your freedom – and maybe even your life. This is just a preview of Even the Royals. You can listen to the full episode exclusively on Wondery+. https://wondery.app.link/ETR_Tqueen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back for our third and final installment of the Katherine Howard saga. A woman (girl?) who was queen of England for a very short time. In this episode, Katherine and Henry VIII take the Tudor court on a road trip! For the first time ever, Katherine gets to see parts of England she'd never seen before. This trip was after the ill-fated Pilgrimage of Grace, an uprising that went very poorly for a lot of people. So, this royal progress North was a big deal for Katherine and the rest of England. But while on their road trip, did Katherine start a romance with a man who wasn't her husband? Interested in more? Check out our Tudor Queens Spotify Playlist. Some sources for this story: Gareth Russell's Young & Damned & Fair: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CO34HVS/ref=kinw_myk_ro_title https://www.thetimelinegeek.com/kathryn-howard-c1521-1542/ https://tudorhistory.org/wives/ Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Interested in more? Check out our Tudor Queens Spotify Playlist. ------------------------------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Born in 1515, Anne grew up in Germany and was the sister of the Duke of Cleves. In 1539, King Henry VIII was on the lookout for a new wife, and Anne was suggested as a suitable candidate. After seeing a portrait of Anne, Henry agreed to the marriage and Anne made her way to England to be wed. However, upon meeting Anne in person, Henry was disappointed with her appearance and the marriage was never consummated. Nevertheless, Anne remained in England and was granted a generous settlement by the king upon their annulment. Despite the disappointment of her marriage, Anne remained in England and became a beloved figure at court. She was known for her kindness and intelligence, and even after her death in 1557, she continued to be remembered fondly by those who knew her. While Anne of Cleves may not have had a successful marriage to King Henry VIII, her story is one of perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity. She remains a fascinating figure in Tudor history and her legacy continues to be celebrated to this day. Interested in more? Check out our Tudor Queens Spotify Playlist. ------------------------------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Tudor Week, where we dive into the captivating history of the Tudor Dynasty. Today's focus is on the second divorce of King Henry VIII of England, as depicted in the famous rhyme "Divorced. Beheaded. Died. Divorced. Beheaded. Survived." Specifically, we'll be exploring the life of Anne of Cleves, the fourth wife of Henry VIII. How did this relatively unknown German princess become a queen during one of the most tumultuous periods in English history? What started as a political alliance quickly turned into a personal embarrassment for Anne. So sit back, grab a drink, and get ready for a truly enthralling tale. Interested in more? Check out our Tudor Queens Spotify Playlist. ------------------------------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Tudor week, where we are re-running all our episodes on the wives of King Henry VIII of England that we've covered so far. Next up, we have Jane Seymour. Jane Seymour was the third wife of King Henry VIII, and as she would say in SIX the Musical, "the only one he truly loved (rude)". Jane was a pretty left-field choice for a wife, but would be the one to finally give the aging king the son he wanted so bad. Jane Seymour didn't have the education of Anne Boleyn or Catherine of Aragon nor the family connections like Anne of Cleves or either of his wives from the Howard family. So, why Jane? Well, we guess you'll need to tune in to...see more. (sorry) Interested in more? Check out our Tudor Queens Spotify Playlist. ----------------------------------------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to TUDOR WEEK! In this episode, originally from 2018, we dive into the final years of the one and only, Anne Boleyn. Anne Boleyn was a prominent figure in English history, known for her marriage to King Henry VIII but if given the chance we believe she could have been so, so much more. As Queen, Anne was a key figure in the English Reformation and was instrumental in the establishment of the Church of England. However, her time as Queen was tumultuous, and she faced many political enemies. She was accused of adultery and treason, and after a highly controversial trial, she was executed in 1536. Despite her short reign and tragic end, Anne remains a fascinating and controversial figure in English history. She continues to inspire novels, films, and television shows, and her legacy lives on to this day. In this episode we go over: Anne's relationship with her step daughter, the future Mary I of England. The future Elizabeth I hits the scene. #PoorbabyMark (Mark Smeaton, the court musician) Did Catherine of Aragon's ghost curse Anne and Henry? The scandalous end to Queen Anne Boleyn. Interested in more? Check out our Tudor Queens Spotify Playlist. ----------------------------------------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who's that girl? It's Anne! Anne Boleyn is one of the most infamous figures in British history. Her short life is often defined by her marriage to King Henry VIII, her role in the English Reformation, and ultimately, her execution. However, in this episode (part of our Tudor Week celebration), we are taking it back to where it all began. At some place in some year. Yeah, record-keeping wasn't the best in the 16th century. Anne cut her teeth for politics and royal courts at one of the most prestigious courts belonging to Margaret of Austria (who you can learn more about in our two-part series from earlier this year). This gave her a special advantage and taught her how to conduct herself in a way that would eventually win her many, many admirers. Dukes, Earls, poets.... even kings would find her captivating! Anne's early life was marked by ambition and determination. She refused to become the king's mistress, insisting that she would only marry him if he could obtain an annulment from Catherine another very fierce lady, Catherine of Aragon. This set in motion a chain of events that would ultimately lead to the English Reformation and Anne's eventual downfall. But let's not get A HEAD of ourselves (sorry). Enjoy this episode about Anne's rise to infamy and do not Google what happens next. In this episode we chat: When was Anne born and why didn't anyone write it down? Family dynamics and her often being confused with her sister, Mary Boleyn, before surpassing her in court intrigue. Did Henry VIII love bomb her and pressure Anne into a relationship? The other men that loved Anne Boleyn ---------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode rerun of our classic 2017 episode (omg we were podcasting babies) we delve into the captivating story of Catherine of Aragon and her tumultuous relationship with Henry VIII. We explore the intricacies of her marriages and the immense pressure she faced as she attempted to provide Henry with a much-desired male heir. Moreover, we uncover the profound religious factors that influenced their union, including Henry's significant break from Rome and the toll it took on Catherine. As we discuss Catherine's various health struggles and her ultimate battle with cancer, we are inspired by her unwavering strength, unwavering devotion, and remarkable ability to adapt to daunting circumstances. To honor her enduring legacy, we raise our glasses and reflect on the profound impact Catherine had on both England and Europe as a whole. In this episode we will go over: Did Catherine of Aragon invent the mic drop? The many men that failed our queen Staying strong in your convictions Did they or didn't they? ----------------------------------------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got something a little different for you today! The Princes in the Tower is a historical mystery that has fascinated people for centuries. The princes are the two young sons of Edward IV of England who entered the Tower of London in 1483 and never seen again. Many believe they were murdered by their uncle, Richard III, who then became king. The mystery has inspired countless books, plays, and even movies. Despite the lack of concrete evidence, the story of the Princes in the Tower continues to capture the imagination of people today. And today, we're getting to the bottom of it! No, just kidding. This stuff is way too complicated, but we are examining it with some magic from our new best friend, Tandy. We've asked her to come on the show with her tarot deck and help us gain some insight into this historical mystery that has captivated so many for so long. Also, if you're interested in working with Tandy some more, here's how! You can join her mentoring program or check out any of her other services. Magical mentoring: https://www.unicornwellnessstudio.com/a/2147488915/EmHa3EVz Unicorn wellness: https://www.unicornwellnessstudio.com/a/27402/EmHa3EVz ---------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you familiar with the White Night Riots? What about the name Harvey Milk? In San Francisco in 1978, a man named Dan White may or may not have consumed a Twinkie. And this may or may not have lead to him taking the life of mayor George Moscone and his arch nemesis, Board of Supervisor member, Harvey Milk. Does one thing seem not to correlate with the other? Yeah, we didn't think so either. (If you'd like to learn more about the so-called Twinkie Defense, please check out this episode of Maintenance Phase). But regardless, the outcome of his trial was a slap in the face to the LGBTQ+ community. Enter the White Night Riots. The White Night Riots were a watershed moment in the LGBT rights movement. The protests brought national attention to the discrimination and violence faced by the LGBTQ community, and helped to galvanize support for the fight for equal rights and brought the police brutality issues the gay community was facing front and center. The riots also forced the city of San Francisco to confront its own history of discrimination and prejudice, and to take steps towards greater inclusion and acceptance. Also, this is our last episode before returning for season seven!! Thanks to everyone for letting us take a little break. We're so excited to be back soon. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/baddest50 and use code baddest50 for for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is running on August 9, 2023. But on August 9, 803 Irene of Athens died after a very, very full and wild life. So, we thought we'd honor this imposing, smart and kinda scary lady by rerunning her episdoe today! Irene of Athens was the Byzantine empress who ruled from 797 to 802 AD. And guys, she was brutal. She was born in Athens, Greece and married Emperor Leo IV at a young age. That marriage wasn't great. The two had opposing religious views in a time and place where that wasn't something most relationships really ever got past. After his death, she became regent for their son, Constantine VI. However, you could say that she was never exactly going to be winning any Mother of the Year awards. However, she is remembered as a fierce lady. Her legacy as a powerful female leader continues to inspire today. Grab a cocktail and tune in to learn more! Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/baddest50 and use code baddest50 for for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you heard of Mamie Phipps Clark? No? Well, that is a shame. So, grab a cocktail or a coffee and get ready for this mini-episode (originally from Patreon 2021) and learn about this amazing pioneer in psychology and civil rights. Mamie Phipps Clark was a pioneering black psychologist who made significant contributions to the study of race and its effects on child development. Along with her husband, Kenneth Clark, she conducted the landmark doll studies which showed the profound impact of segregation and discrimination on children's self-esteem. This made waves. So much that she got a call from high profile civil rights lawyer, Thurgood Marshall (who would later go on to be the first black US supreme court justice) Mamie is best known for her study, the doll experiment, was conducted in the 1940s. The experiment played a crucial role in the Brown v. Board of Education case, which challenged the constitutionality of segregation in public schools. The Supreme Court cited the doll experiment in its decision, stating that segregation caused black children to feel inferior and harmed their educational opportunities. Mamie's work was part of what swayed the court to strike down segregation as unconstitutional, paving the way for greater equality and integration in public education. Enjoy! Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/baddest50 and use code baddest50 for for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we've got an episode from the Patreon vault. Over there, Katy jumps on the mic for solo episodes from time to time and does her best to bring you some more obscure stories that maybe you haven't heard anywhere else. And today, we're discussing Amy Dudley, the wife of Elizabeth I's favorite (and likely lover) Robert Dudley. There are so many discussions about the mysterious death of Amy Robsart Dudley, but so little is made about her life. So, we thought this would be an excellent time to discuss this. Though she never faced the chopping block, could she be considered a victim of the Tudor court too? And because we're only human of course we're a little curious-- what did happen with that mysterious death?? Oh! Also, we mention Katy guesting on an episode of Tudor Dynasty Podcast, reading a review of Becoming Elizabeth. You can listen to that episode here if you like. If you're interested in more women from this time period, check out our Spotify Playlist titled Tudor Women. Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/baddest50 and use code baddest50 for for 50% off plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shirley Anita Chisholm was an American politician who, in 1968, became the first Black woman to be elected to the United States Congress. Today, we delve into Shirley Chisholm's life, accomplishments, and struggles in politics, from her upbringing in Barbados and Brooklyn to DC and a congressional seat. Guess what. Being a woman in politics wasn't easy. And Shirley didn't pretend that she wasn't working with a "double handicap" as a Black woman. But hard headed Shirley never let the bastards get her down and worked her way to a spot of great respect and into making actual change for the American people. Despite facing death threats and criticism, Chisholm stayed determined, earning her an appropriate nickname, "Fighting Shirley." We make a couple of comparisons to Victoria Woodhull in this episode, so make sure to revisit those episodes. Much like Vicky, Shirley's run for the white house was a huge first. And we just love her so much. Time stamps 1:37 Early life and education 13:23 She enters a political career 25:54 Shirley faces discrimination as a black woman in college 32:05 Shirley's trailblazing presidential campaign 39:18 Shirley's retirement and continued activism If you like more modern day ladies, check out our Spotify playlist, Modern Queens. Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/baddest16 and use code baddest16for 16 free meals plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we continue our summer break, today we're playing a really fun episode from Patreon 2022. Constance of Castile was a disputed Spanish princess who entered into a marriage with a man who was very much in love with someone else. Deep in our Katherine Swynford research, we found Constance intriguing and elusive, so we decided to dive in. What we found was a really interesting parallel to the events of her life and those of her husband's love life with his long-time mistress/ mother of a bunch of his Beaufort kids. And as always, when we dive into Spanish royalty this stuff is always dramatic. So, in this episode you get lots of craziness, some real nerdy observations and your new favorite catchphrase (ding dong ditch). And if you haven't listened to our Katherine Swynford episode, it might be fun to do so before or after this one. You can find that here: https://pod.fo/e/109635 Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get back in the time machine with us and go to August 2020, while we were all hyper fixating on our new COVID hobbies. And for us, that was astrology of famous historical couples. We analyze the rollercoaster relationship of historical figures Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon despite being opposing Cancer and Sagittarius signs. We chat about the practical relationship of Diane de Poitiers and Henry II of France despite being from opposing elements. Moving on, we highlight the low compatibility rating for Capricorns and analyze Queen Alexandra and Nicholas, a Gemini-Taurus pairing. Finally ending on a discussion about the successful partnership of Taurus and Pisces signs Isabella and Ferdinand. The conversation wraps up with a lighthearted Zodiac Roundup. 5:00 Henry and Catherine of Aragon 13:35 Diane De Poitiers and Henri II 21:15 Alexandra and tsar Nicholas 31:00 Isabella and Ferdinand Thanks HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/baddest16 and use code baddest16for 16 free meals plus free shipping! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you Google the name Lavinia Fisher, you see stories about America's first female serial killer. But does she actually deserve the honor? Tune into an episode from the Patreon vault, all the way back from summer 2021. We talk old south, hangings, conspiracies and ghosts. Lavinia was known for her charm and good looks, which she allegedly used to lure men into her inn and then drug them with a potent mixture of alcohol and opium. Once the victims were unconscious, Lavinia and her husband would rob them of their belongings and then kill them...or did they? They were eventually caught and Lavinia was tried and convicted of murder. She was hanged in 1820 and is believed to be the first woman in the United States to be executed for a capital crime.  Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daisy Bates was a civil rights warrior who was ahead of her time. Daisy Bates was an American civil rights activist, journalist, and lecturer who devoted her life to fighting for the rights of minorities in the United States. From her work as the president of the Arkansas NAACP to her undercover investigations of the Little Rock Nine, we'll explore her inspiring legacy and how her story still resonates today. Join us as we dive into the incredible story of Daisy Bates, an icon of civil rights activism. Read Dasiy's book, The Long Shadow of Little Rock. Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2018 we first covered Alexandra Feodorovna, the last tsarina of Russia. But, after our Mathilde Kschessinska episode, we thought it might be interesting to revisit her. So, you don't need to go digging back through the back catalog. Alex was born into German royalty. She was very loved as the favorite granddaughter of the HBIC, Queen Victoria (maybe you heard of her). In fact, Queen Victoria wanted Alex to be the next queen of England and tried to play matchmaker and marry baby Alex to her cousin, the Prince of Wales. However, this was never going to happen. Alex only had eyes for her other cousin (lots of kissin' cousins in this episode), the tsarevich of Russia, Nicholas Romanov. As the tsarina, our girl was not popular. And she really didn't do herself any favors. Still, we find her a sympathetic figure all the same. Rasputin and all. Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After our visit into the life of Margaret Beaufort, Katy and Nathan found themselves down memory lane and once again discussing the Princes is in the Tower. This could case murder mystery has captivated tons of us for centuries. So, we thought we'd share a good one from the Patreon vault of 2020 with you guys where we play a game called Chillin' or Killin' to try and decipher who killed these kids! First we set up the concept, but we start discussing the suspects at around 31:35 Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Warning: this episode is a bit of a hot mess and we love it. 🙃 Have you heard of Uriel, Queen of the archangels and founder of the Unarius Academy of Science? No? Well, we hope you're ready because she is just the sassiest little cult leader that you didn't know you needed in your life. As we continue our summer break, we wanted to share some of our classic Patreon episodes with you and after a lot of bummer stuff in the news / world / everywhere lately, we felt we could all use some levity and Queen Uriel, princess of the sky, reincarnated Socrates who learned secretarial skills in her sleep is just what the space doctor ordered. We also get some nuggets of wisdom from Nathan like "Don't put an expiration on your cult", which tbh is a very good motto to live by. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, y'all! We are on summer break, so we asked our friend Zach from Drinks with Great Minds in History to hook us up with a great episode for your listening pleasure. Zach, much like the Queens, pairs cocktails with a great mind in history. Today, he's pairing an Italian cocktail with one of y'alls favorites: Catherine de Medici. This story is full of "mysteries, lies and so much more". Enjoy y'all! You can find DGMH on Twitter & Patreon Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/queenshistorypodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As we continue with our summer break, we wanted to share this fascinating story with you guys that we recorded last year for 4th of July on Patreon. Sojourner Truth lived a life full of ups and downs and overcame obstacles we couldn't imagine. HOWEVER, the first half of this story includes lots of possibly triggering material. So, if you want to skip the first half jump to 24:45 that's where the second half of her story begins. Cheers y'all! --------- Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Patreon episode from Autumn 2021, Katy takes on Thomas Howard. This F-ing guy! Ugh, he's the worst. Thomas Howard was born into a noble English family during the tumultuous Wars of the Roses. The young Howard was lucky to come out on the other end of the wars with his life. From there he built and built his career up to the highest point he could hope for. Too bad on the way to such heights he abused and imprisoned a wife, put three nieces in the bed of the king which ended in two of them losing their lives (aka: Anne Boleyn and Katherine Howard), threw a son and daughter under the bus and was just a massive snob in every way, shape and form. In other words. This guy is the worst. Want more episodes on ladies from this time? Check out our Tudor Women playlist. Some sources: https://thecrownchronicles.co.uk/history/life-uncle-two-tudor-queens-thomas-howard-3rd-duke-norfolk/ https://www.rachaeldickzen.com/blog/2020/8/31/my-favorite-thomases-a-review-of-and-often-arbitrary-ranking-of-tudor-thomases Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, y'all! We are on summer break, so we asked our dear friends at Ancient History Fangirl to hook us up with a great episode for your listening pleasure. And they did not disappoint. Ancient Rome was full of rich, ambitious social climbers in a cutthroat political environment—people who had enemies to get rid of, and deep pockets to pay for the service. Poison assassins were in high demand—and one of the most notorious was a woman named Locusta the Poisoner. Learn her story--and get a crash course on poison and poisonings in the ancient world. Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey, y'all! Yes, we are on our summer break, but wanted to keep some content coming your way. So, here's an episode from our private Patreon feed from 2018 about three LGBTQ+ pioneers or... Pioneresses! First up we're talking Christine Jorgensen, a trans trailblazer. Then, we'll jump to a badass bi actress from the Hollywood golden age that just did not give a single f*ck, Marlene Dietrich. And lastly, we can't really have a pride episode that doesn't dive into the life of the one and only Marsha P Johnson. You can hear more from our Patreon feed here https://www.patreon.com/QueensPodcast Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hi, We're Katy & Nathan & we are here to gab all about the badass women rulers in history. This is our intro. Do we still need practice in editing? Yes. But do you get the jist?    Stay tuned for more!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/queenshistorypodcast/supportSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/queenshistorypodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices