Alastair Bellany
Historian and Professor of History known for work on Stuart politics and court history, here discussing the 1628 murder of John Lamb and its political implications.
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Jan 22, 2024 • 45min
Murder in the Stuart Court
Join Professor Alastair Bellany, a historian at Rutgers specializing in early modern England, as he delves into the sensational murder of Thomas Overbury in 1613. This true crime tale highlights the deadly mix of ambition and jealousy in King James I's court. Discover how Overbury's tragic fate sparked a media sensation, revealing intricate court politics and public anxieties. Bellany also explores the implications of the scandal on the monarchy's authority and how it influenced the political landscape leading up to the Civil War.
Feb 19, 2026 • 58min
Tudor True Crime: Lynching of the "Duke's Devil"
Alastair Bellany, historian of Stuart politics, outlines the 1628 mob killing of occultist John Lambe and its ripple effects. He traces Lamb’s violent reputation and legal controversies. Short scenes cover apprentice moral policing, pamphlet politics, links to Buckingham, and how the murder became a symbol of failing royal authority.
Aug 25, 2025 • 46min
Tudor True Crime: Murder in the Stuart Court
In this engaging discussion, Professor Alastair Bellany, a historian at Rutgers, delves into the tumultuous and scandalous murder of Thomas Overbury within the Tower of London. He reveals how personal rivalries and political intrigue under King James I ignited a media frenzy that threatened the monarchy. The conversation explores the rise of underground media, shifting public perception, and the ramifications of this affair on the Stuart court's political landscape, including the dramatic ascent of George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham.
