Historic Royal Palaces Podcast
Historic Royal Palaces
Historic Royal Palaces are a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. This fortnightly podcast brings you the history and stories of those palaces.
You'll hear from our experts and the people who bring our palaces to life, as we create space to explore how history moves us, telling stories about the monarchs you know, and uncovering the lives and histories of the people you don't.
Just like our palaces, this podcast is a mix of old and new. Each episode will have a different feel, from previously recorded live talks, to exciting new discussions and discoveries. You'll have every opportunity to share in the history we love.
Explore more history and stories from our six palaces hrp.org.uk
You'll hear from our experts and the people who bring our palaces to life, as we create space to explore how history moves us, telling stories about the monarchs you know, and uncovering the lives and histories of the people you don't.
Just like our palaces, this podcast is a mix of old and new. Each episode will have a different feel, from previously recorded live talks, to exciting new discussions and discoveries. You'll have every opportunity to share in the history we love.
Explore more history and stories from our six palaces hrp.org.uk
Episodes
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Feb 17, 2022 • 34min
Life at the Stuart court
The Stuart period is marked by decadence and debauchery. Experience the Stuart court in all its nuanced splendour in this series complied from our archive. In this talk, Historic Royal Palaces curator Olivia Fryman delves into court life, fashion, etiquette and intrigue during the latter years of the Stuart court. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Feb 10, 2022 • 17min
The court of Charles II
The Stuart period is marked by decadence and debauchery. Experience the Stuart court in all its nuanced splendour in this series complied from our archive. In this talk Historic Royal Palaces' Curator Brett Dolman introduces us to Charles II's court and its most famous courtiers and mistresses. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Feb 3, 2022 • 28min
Lucy Worlsey's 17th century guide for girls
The Stuart period is marked by decadence and debauchery. Experience the Stuart court in all its nuanced splendour in this series complied from our archive. In this talk Historic Royal Palaces' Chief Curator Lucy Worsley takes us on a tour of famous women from the 17th century. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Jan 27, 2022 • 51min
Meet the Masters
Our palaces are home to many significant works of art. This series taken from our archives explores the history of art in the palaces, from royal patronage to its modern influence. In this talk, a panel of experts considers the iconic work of the old masters on display at Hampton Court Palace. This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2015. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Jan 13, 2022 • 11min
Charles I: Royal Collector
Our palaces are home to many significant works of art. This series taken from our archives explores the history of art in the palaces, from royal patronage to its modern influence. In this talk we explore the role of Charles I as a collector of masterpieces. As the first British monarch to collect art for art's sake, he lay the foundations of today's sumptuous Royal Collection. This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2015. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Jan 6, 2022 • 47min
Yinka Shonibare: Empire and art
Our palaces are home to many significant works of art. This series taken from our archives explores the history of art in the palaces, from royal patronage to its modern influence. This conversation with artist Yinka Shonibare explores how the Georgians have influenced modern art, and how Yinka's own work has explored ideas of race, class and the meaning of cultural and national definitions. This talk was originally recorded live at Kensington Palace in 2017. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Dec 30, 2021 • 29min
Sacred music and the Reformation
The Tudor court was all about competitive displays of power and wealth. This series examines the influence of music and entertainment on the balance of power. In this talk, Jeremy Summerly, Director of Music at St Peter's College Oxford, explores how Henry VIII used music to shape his own image and consolidate the reformation in England. This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2017. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Dec 16, 2021 • 54min
Recreating the past through performance
The Tudor court was all about competitive displays of power and wealth. This series examines the influence of music and entertainment on the balance of power. This talk explores the role of modern performance at Hampton Court Palace, and how the past can be recreated through drama and live interpretation. This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2017. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Dec 2, 2021 • 31min
Plays of Persuasion
The Tudor court was all about competitive displays of power and wealth. This series examines the influence of music and entertainment on the balance of power. In this talk historian Thomas Betteridge examines how drama was used as a tool for persuasion and diplomacy at the Tudor court. This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2017. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
Nov 18, 2021 • 39min
Playing the Fool with Suzannah Lipscomb
The Tudor court was all about competitive displays of power and wealth. This series examines the influence of music and entertainment on the balance of power. In this talk historian Suzannah Lipscombe explores the role of the fool at the Tudor court, calling into question the myths surrounding these entertainers. This talk was originally recorded at Hampton Court Palace in 2017. For more information on the history and stories of our palaces visit: www.hrp.org.uk/history-and-stories
