Gareth Russell

Join Gareth Russell, a historian and author of 'Queen James,' as he details the scandalous life of King James VI & I. Discover the political intrigue surrounding the murder plot of the handsome Bonnie Earl of Moray and how King James navigated personal desires amidst royal responsibilities. Delve into the eerie backdrop of Scottish witch trials and explore the intense rivalries within the nobility. With humor and tension, this conversation reveals the complex interplay of romance, power, and scandal in 17th-century Scotland.

Sara Gonzales, host of "Sara Gonzales Unfiltered," brings her sharp political insights, while Josh Hammer, known for his legal commentary, discusses the fallout from Biden's controversial State of the Union address. They critique Senator Katie Britt’s response and the media's take on Biden’s rhetoric. Joining them, Gareth Russell shares fascinating details about Princess Kate’s recent health scare, exploring the royal family's public relations and speculation surrounding her absence. Their banter offers a mix of sharp political commentary and royal intrigue.

Gareth Russell, author and historian of British royalty, explains Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon's catastrophic split. He recounts the courtroom drama, the pope and papal politics, and Catherine's defiant public defence. Conversation covers Anne Boleyn's rise, the annulment strategy, and how this break reshaped church, state and international alliances.

Gareth Russell, historian and author, offers sharp commentary on Catherine Howard and court figures like Thomas Culpepper. Dr Nicola Clarke, senior lecturer in Early Modern History, explains Catherine’s upbringing and household life. They discuss her childhood instability, early relationships, rise to queenship, risky meetings at Lincoln, the investigations and trials that sealed her fate.

Author Gareth Russell discusses his book on 500 years of Hampton Court history, covering Henry VIII's wives, Macbeth's debut, King James Bible writing, chocolate snobbery, and Mary I's reputation. George III's move to Buckingham Palace is also explored.