Tudor Time Machine Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tudor Time Machine
This is a history podcast and a story podcast in one (on facebook it's tudortimemachine} It's a secret history of the Elizabethan court set in 1565. Everyone thinks they know the truth of Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth, but we’re going to tell you about what we think really happened. The central characters are all based on real people from the court. After we read the story section, we’ll take a dive into history behind the episode. Fun! Our merch is here! https://tudor-time-machine.creator-spring.com/
To believe or not to believe, THAT is the question. Philadelphia shares her concern about a poem-inspired rumour that her Gloriana is not of this world. Gage and Jessica reassure her that the rumour is entirely unfounded.
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Who knew there were so many varieties of varlets? Well, Philadelphia knows and she's delighted to share some of her favourites. Gage and Jessica believe that many of those can still be easily found today.
So, what type of varlet are you?
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Would you survive the ague? Philadelphia is a bit of a mood as she shares the woes and dangers of summer "vacations" with her queen. Gage and Jessica try to soothe her mood but with unsurprisingly minimal success.
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How many ways can an Elizabethan use the word pudding? Why would Elizabeth I call her suitor "pudding ale'? Philadelphia answers these questions and more. Meanwhile, Gage and Jessica are surprised to learn today's pudding lacks the versatility it had in Tudor times.
Philadelphia is happy assign the minx label to a certain cousin of her great queen. Gage and Jessica futilely attempt to convince her that her accusations may be misplaced.
Philadelphia enthusiastically shares the merits of a codpiece and is a bit miffed to learn that Gage and Jessica think they look ridiculous.
Philadelphia is distraught at the mere thought of a poppet. Gage and Jessica discuss how the word's meaning has changed significantly since Tudor times.
Philadelphia is distraught over fears of being dissected alive. Gage and Jessica try to reassure her that she has nothing to fear – they even defend the alleged dissector.
Philadelphia shares tales of the woe that is melancholia – and the not-entirely-scientific treatment of her time. Meanwhile, Gage and Jessica focus on melancholia's cultural influence.
Philadelphia hears a rumour she can't help but laugh away. But Gage and Jessica confirm the rumour and tell her more than than she can bare.
Philadelphia, Gage, and Jessica are all in agreement that pimples are less than pleasant. However, Philadelphia's belief of their cause is not supported by Gage and Jessica... or science.
Philadelphia shares how she loves to lift her spirits with a good miscellany. While Gage and Jessica are impressed by the praise poured on William Shakespeare by someone from Philadelphia's time.
Philadelphia tells a tale of overcoming her very own sweating sickness ordeal. Gage and Jessica speculate as to whether the sickness was really a hantavirus similar to that of today. Or even perhaps something less dramatic.
Philadelphia shares a tale of an elaborate wooing effort directed towards her queen. Gage and Jessica cast some doubt on a secret Philadelphia claims to know.
Philadelphia has some not-entirely-scientific notions about how women of her time best handle their “bloody time”. Gage and Jessica are quick to question (and dismiss) Philadelphia’s “cures”.
Philadelphia shares a tale of a fortuitous bluster aiding her Queen. Gage and Jessica break the news to her that Spain is not the foe she once knew.
While not really a malady, Philadelphia shares the pure perils that one risks with pregnancy in her time. Gage and Jessica note that since then much has changed for the better while also noting it’s still far from without risk.
Philadelphia takes this week's word to heart when given the opportunity to insult those she deems beneath her. Gage and Jessica focus on some of the many words Shakespeare may or may NOT have created.
Philadelphia is happy to blame the French for the fate of her brother. Meanwhile, Gage and Jessica point out that there’s no proof to support her theory. Either way, a pox by any other name is still a miserable malady.
While Philadelphia is fascinated by the weird sisters, she is quick to dismiss Gage’s notion that Jessica doth be deserving of royal status.
Philadelphia learns of the pleasures of a catchy mnemonic rhyme. Meanwhile, Gage and Jessica enlighten her that in modern times women are free to take to the stage to sing, dance and even show some leg.
Philadelphia’s typically overdramatic ways are deemed mostly warranted this time as she discovers a wicked malady that has hit close to home. Gage and Jessica are further concerned about the period’s medical treatment for those affected.
Philadelphia has both confidence in and respect for the grimoire. Gage and Jessica seem less inclined to be so convinced.
Philadelphia disagrees with Gage and Jessica on the cause of the wolf cancer but they're in full agreement when it comes to its awfulness.
Despite having a time machine, Philadelphia confesses to having a guilty pleasure when she reveals a story of trusting a whispered bruit to learn of her future.
Philadelphia declares that her father was responsible for saving Queen Elizabeth from her ordeal with small pox. Gage and Jessica discuss whether the Queen's recovery was really due to the treatment or just luck.
Philadelphia struggles to reconcile whether her love for a facinorous person makes her facinorous as well. Either way, she’s quick to point out that she is no REGULAR person.
Philadelphia ventures into the world of cinema and shares her thoughts on her recent screening of Hamnet. As might be expected, she has a less traditional perspective from those of Gage and Jessica - and modern times in general.
Perhaps the only thing worse than a miserable malady is MULTIPLE miserable maladies. Philadelphia shares such a fate faced by a young king.
While Philadelphia admits to enjoying nonsensical lyrics, she is surprised – and amused – when Gage and Jessica tell her that the word for those nonsensical lyrics has taken on a much different meaning today. A meaning she's admittedly quite curious about. Batteries not included.
Even from Philadelphia's elitist perch, she wouldn't wish a toothache on her lowly listeners. Gage and Jessica are grateful for the advancements dental care has made since Philadelphia's time.
Philadelphia has a much less favourable opinion than Gage and Jessica when it comes to one of Shakespeare’s creations. A hero to some is but a puckfist to others.
Philadelphia doth affy that the knowlege of the wise from her time is more reputable than that of a couple of pod ladies. The pod ladies affy otherwise.
Philadelphia desires not to ever be labeled a fricatrice. Gage and Jessica are miffed that there are a surprisingly high number of such words.
Philadelphia feels there is a woeful shortage of wittols in the world. Gage and Jessica learn what the female equivalent of a wittol is.
An assassination plot? Or a ploy to get out of debt? Are either worthy of a pother. Philadelphia is reluctant to say but is pressed by Gage and Jessica to, uh... stick her neck out.
Philadelphia is enamoured with the thought of her own consanguinity. She is less impressed to learn from Gage and Jessica that such consanguineous ties extend well beyond her.
Philadelphia beshrews her husband as her royal connections cannot spare her from his runny nose.
Philadelphia, Gage, and Jessica are clear on what a clotpole is. To whom it applies seems to be at the whims of those hurling the insult.
An urchin by any other name is still a hideous creature – at least according to Philadelphia. Her views aren’t readily embraced by Gage and Jessica – especially when modern day facts are presented.
Philadelphia loves a good sneap even if (or maybe especially when) she's bare breasted. Gage and Jessica are quick to note that THEN is not necessarily NOW when it comes to breast baring.
A surfeit of Philadelphia? Perish the thought! But Gage and Jessica do question Philadelphia’s penchant for sweets. But can you REALLY blame her? Although, it could raise doubts about “You are what you eat!”
Philadelphia certainly isn't one to shy away from squibbing and notes that some people seem to invite it. No comment on whether or not that includes Gage and Jessica.
Philadelphia's slightly overdeveloped sense of self-importance shines through when she learns of a parlous plot. Gage and Jessica have to break the news of how that plot is recognized today.
Philadelphia, Gage, and Jessica take time away from gadding about to talk about this week's word – a word that could lead to unexpected bedfellows.
Philadelphia takes great pleasure in chiding those around her that don't live up to her standards. Gage and Jessica love this week's word but they strive to stay clear of Philadelphia's chidings.
Despite nearly falling victim to a sumptuary law, Philadelphia still supports the need for such laws. Jessica notes there could be some merit to the laws while Gage disagrees - mostly.
Philadelphia tells a tale of how far one princess travelled to see her puissant Queen Elizabeth. But Gage and Jessica reveal that even a princess is not above overstaying her welcome.
Philadelphia offers up a lesson on the dos and don'ts of addressing a noble. Jessica thinks superserviceable would be a good name for an app. And Gage is sympathetic to Philadelphia's plight of trying to remember how everyone needs to be addressed.
Suspects are absolved but a feeling of betrayal leads Philadelphia to reconsider her role in solving the murder. Jessica and Gage are left to ponder an alternative sleuth to track down the murderer and close the case. Could Jane be the new Philadelphia?
Philadelphia shares that heidegyes isn’t just for frolicking. Gage finds pinching odd. And Jessica has doubts about the first ever English novel.
Despite being a bit miffed with Gage and Jessica, Philadelphia returns to update them on the happenings with Tatania – Philadelphia’s half-sister AND Shakespeare’s alibi. And has a new suspect entered the fray?
Philadelphia's strays from the theatre to poetry. Gage and Jessica are surprised to hear Philadelphia's new thoughts on RB but are happy to learn about her new favourite poet.
While attempting to verify Shakespeare's alibi, Philadelphia improvises her interrogation technique when her family tree uproots her investigation.
Philadelphia does not want to be wooed by the words of Shakespeare, she wants RB to speak extempore! Jessica and Gage think they see trouble ahead for Philadelphia and RB.
Dost thou know that Philadelphia doth adore all things RB? Gage doth want Philadelphia to not take her Elizabethan English quite so seriously. As for Jessica, she doth desire to use the word of the week correctly but opts not to weigh in as to whether she doth desire a sandwich of PB and J.
Creative attempts to track down a suspect by taking advantage of Philadelphia's time travelling ways are met with unexpected revelations. Gage continues to defend Shakespeare's innocence while Jessica tries to keep the trio's focus more on the crime and less on bickering.
Philadelphia believes she has found 'true love'. Jessica and Gage are surprised to learn the 16th century meaning of cocker.
A new suspect is uncovered. Philadelphia continues to dismiss Jane's contribution to sleuthing. And Gage and Jessica encourage Philadelphia to nonchalantly throw caution to the wind when it comes to the space-time continuum in her quest to find Tatania.
Gage and Jessica try to reassure Philadelphia that her celebrity crush on Richard Burbage is nothing of which to be ashamed. Philadelphia doesn't necessarily agree but proudly boasts that she did con his visage to be recalled whenever it fancies her mood.
Philadelphia gushes about meeting Richard Burbage in a tiring room. But Gage and Jessica must console her when she realizes his moment has long since passed. Fortunately, she has a time machine to help spare her from such thoughts.
Fisticuffs! Costumes! Murder! Will Philadelphia's sleuthing reveal that the murderer is Shakespeare himself?
While Philadelphia prefers to stay clear of using expressions like "smell smock", she admits its use can be best for getting to the point. Gage and Jessica also prefer to stay clear of using the phrase's modern day equivalent – except here on YouTube where they sheepishly share it for the world to hear.
Stars collide – or maybe just Philadelphia and Gage – when the topic of astrology comes up. Jessica does her best to maintain order ere the conversation moves to another stormy topic.
The list of suspects and motives grow as the search to find the murderer's identity continues. While Philadelphia, Gage, and Jessica each have their own primary suspect, they'll have to put aside their personal biases if they hope to uncover the truth.
While to err is human, Philadelphia’s head might be in thin air as she disputes Catherine Parr’s affection for a queen NOT named Elizabeth. As usual, Gage and Jessica "doot doot do" their best to get Philadelphia to see the error of her ways, ere Philadelphia turns her thoughts to doughnuts.
Philadelphia, Gage, and Jessica go to great lengths to reveal and discuss the similarities between a certain Henry and a certain Ivan. Oh boy...ar!
Trapped at the Globe theatre in the midst of a murder, Philadelphia continues her investigation by getting up close to the body. Gage and Jessica – impressed with Philadelphia's fearless examination of the corpse – are glad they didn't have to stomach such an examination themselves!
Philadelphia is proud of both her vizard and her snobbish behaviour. Meanwhile, Gage and Jessica think the former is quite restrictive and the latter, well... has come to be expected. But they all agree that Shakespeare makes excellent use of "vizard" in Love's Labour's Lost.
Welcome to Out Brief Candle! While bouncing through time, Philadelphia has found herself trapped in the midst of a murder at the Globe theatre. Gage and Jessica join in the sleuthing to help Philadelphia uncover the clues to unmask the killer. Full of drama, suspense, and the ‘occasional’ snide remark cast towards Philadelphia’s modern day ningles, Out Brief Candle is bloody fun.
Philadelphia disdains a candlewaster, but Jessica and Gage are more sympathetic, sometimes night-time is the right-time
Philadelphia laments the elengeness of love, while Jessica and Gage enjoy how it inspired the musical 'Six'.
Gage and Jessica reminisce about Dick Dastardly despite his name not living up to its 16th century meaning. Drat! Meanwhile, Philadelphia isn't particularly amused by Dick Dastardly but she finds her own jokes quite clever and entertaining. Double drat!!
Philadelphia, Jessica and Gage all love a 'brachet', but Jessica and Gage are shocked by Arthur's bad boy antics in Le Morte d'Arthur.
Philadelphia dissaproves of 'jangling' courtiers, while Jessica and Gage consider why Elizabeth I decided to, or not to, use the word 'jangling' when she admonished parliament for considering her successor.
Philadelphia's word this week, 'avouch', is something that it is almost impossible to do in the 16th century. Jessica and Gage talk about Shakespeare's MacBeth.
Philadelphia's word this week, 'neat's tongue', names one of Philadelphia's favorite foods. Jessica and Gage talk about Shakespeare's skill with an insult.
Philadelphia's word this week, 'unheedy', leads her to realize how upsetting 'A Midsummer's Night Dream' truly is. Jessica and Gage are amazed at Philadelphia's interpretation of the play.
Philadelphia recovers from an evening of disport while Jessica and Gage consider Elizabeth I's use of the word of the week in her famous Tilbury speech.
Philadelphia's word this week, 'mumping', is used in a letter read hilariously by Olivia Coleman.
Find it here: https://youtu.be/4pIrkEsh7Vo?si=UV5ToiXZLenRwAvF
Jessica, Gage and Philadelphia disagree about whether or not Olivia should be so funny as she reads it.
Philadelphia opines that she would never 'filch' anything; Jessica and Gage talk over the impact the amazing Mary Sidney had in the Tudor world, even if she wasn’t the author of the plays of Shakespeare. Listen in!
Not satisfied that RB is wallowing enough after their breakup, Philadelphia confronts him one more time – this time with ghostly results.
Philadelphia's hugy ambition leads to a hugy honour for her husband. But Gage and Jessica quickly learn that she has more interest in her husband's new honour than in her husband himself.
Philadelphia is piqued by a snotty 'muckinder'. Meanwhile, Jessica and Gage think a 'muckinder' is still a useful accessory - even in today's modern world.
Philadelphia is piqued that her kinswomen boldly married without the permission of Queen Elizabeth. Jessica and Gage enjoy the 'hurly burly'.
Philadelphia shares the latest on her on/off relationship with RB including a tale of her own stage performance with RB himself. Gage admits to being impressed by her performance while Jessica finds herself tallying the body count in The Maid’s Tragedy.
Philadelphia is in fine form as she declares (with a HINT of bias) the cruelest soever to rule in the REAL game of thrones. Jessica and Gage lament their (likely) inability to hold themselves together if ever their fates meet a guillotine.
Gage and Jessica learn about female jesters and their motley ways while Philadelphia kickstarts her heart as she learns about Mötley Crüe and their motley ways.
Gage and Jessica learn about female jesters and their motley ways while Philadelphia kickstarts her heart as she learns about Mötley Crüe and their motley ways.
Philadelphia isn't ashamed to say she loves a good dump. Gage and Jessica aren't quite so forthcoming. But, in the end, they all agree that a good dump is something to be enjoyed.
Philadelphia finds Londoners to be absolute minkins! Jessica and Gage talk about how minkins is used in 'The Prodigal Son', a play attributed to Shakespeare.
Philadelphia's word this week, 'noddle' is something every Tudorphile uses well! Jessica and Gage learn that 'The Taming of the Shrew' has an induction with a character named Christopher Sly.
Philadelphia is distressed at the very idea of having a 'mickle' of pox. Jessica and Gage laugh at the use of 'mickle' in Shakespeare's 'A Comedy of Errors'.
Philadelphia, Jessica and Gage enjoy listing some of the uses for 'forsooth' in Shakespeare's plays. Jessica and Gage bid Philadelphia farewell as she travels to Shakespeare's globe to solve a murder.
Philadelphia fears and admires her frampold Queen, while Jessica and Gage remind her of other royal marriages that have upset the kingdom.
Philadelphia agonizes over her choice, she is loyal to her Queen but she does not want to be sent to the Tower! Jessica and Gage consider a betrothal that lead to Elizabeth I own imprisonment.
Philadelphia discovers something shocking, will she tell Queen Elizabeth or use a bark to escape? Jessica and Gage enjoy Shakespeare's sonnet 116.
Philadelphia has a scare, and Jessica and Gage are baffled by the inequity of 16th century laws.
Jessica & Gage learn that a princess can be a very annoying house guest! Philadelphia is shocked to learn not everyone loves Queen Elizabeth as much as she does!
Jessica & Gage discover Philadelphia's own huge ambitions! The distant & long distance marriages of the 16th century work well for an adventurous woman.
Philadelphia is annoyed at her servant Jane's pandering. Jessica and Gage know that working for Philadelphia is no easy task.
Philadelphia frets that 'common' people don't dress to their station. Gage and Jessica find sumptuary laws insulting and unenforceable.
Gage and Jessica are astounded by Philadelphia's daring as she steals a manuscript from RB and takes it to the most haunted town in England!
Gage and Jessica are impressed to hear about Philadelphia putting her man to the test – a chastity test – when she sets in motion a scheme to prove the loyalty of her paramour RB. The results prove to be decidedly convenient for her.
Philadelphia shares that heidegyes isn’t just for frolicking. Gage finds pinching odd. And Jessica has doubts about the first ever English novel.
Philadelphia shares the latest on her on/off relationship with RB including a tale of her own stage performance with RB himself. Gage admits to being impressed by her performance while Jessica finds herself tallying the body count in The Maid’s Tragedy.
Does Philadelphia find RB a noddie or a delight? Jessica and Gage learn about the writer, Isabel Whitney.
Philadelphia does not want to be wooed by the words of Shakespeare, she wants RB to speak extempore! Jessica and Gage think they see trouble ahead for Philadelphia and RB.
Philadelphia's obsession with 'RB' doesn't keep her from being a grammar sheriff. How doth she do it?
Philadelphia believes she has found 'true love'. Jessica and Gage are surprised to learn the 16th century meaning of cocker.
Philadelphia is over the moon about her new paramour, Richard Burbage, and adores his wooing her with the words of the great romantic characters of the time. Jessica and Gage wonder if it is all a 'con'.
Philadelphia denies that meeting star of the 16th Globe Theater, Richard Burbage, has left her awestruck. Jessica and Gage consider the power of celebrity, then and now.
Philadelphia is in fine form as she declares (with a HINT of bias) the cruelest soever to rule in the REAL game of thrones. Jessica and Gage lament their (likely) inability to hold themselves together if ever their fates meet a guillotine.
Philadelphia, Jessica and Gage find 'smell-smock' a disturbing expression in any century!!
Philadelphia believes Dr. John Dee's astrological predictions for her life while Jessica and Gage vouchsafe they did not know exactly what this word meant.
While to err is human, Philadelphia’s head might be in thin air as she disputes Catherine Parr’s affection for a queen NOT named Elizabeth. As usual, Gage and Jessica "doot doot do" their best to get Philadelphia to see the error of her ways, ere Philadelphia turns her thoughts to doughnuts.
Jessica & Gage are shocked to learn a 16th century monarch may have had more wives that Henry VIII--Tsar Ivan had either six or eight wives, depending who/how you count! Philadelphia opines that of course the Tsar tried to entice Elizabeth I to wed.
Philadelphia relishes the thrill of wearing a vizard to a party so she can free her wicked tongue--Jessica and Gage find the mask a bit creepy!
Philadelphia disdains a candlewaster, but Jessica and Gage are more sympathetic, sometimes night-time is the right-time
Philadelphia laments the elengeness of love, while Jessica and Gage enjoy how it inspired the musical 'Six'.
Philadelphia snubs all men who are dastards while Jessica and Gage recall the villain-Dick Dastardly.
Philadelphia, Jessica and Gage love a comedian, but what does Philadelphia think of 'Mötley Crüe?
Philadelphia, Jessica and Gage all love a 'brachet', but Jessica and Gage are shocked by Arthur's bad boy antics in Le Morte d'Arthur.
Philadelphia scares the devil out of hell and Jessica and Gage learn Elizabeth I healed subjects with her hands.
Philadelphia, Jessica & Gage consider that 'monger' is now primarily negative, 'warmonger', 'hate monger' but in the 16th century that was not so!
Philadelphia, Jessica & Gage are astonished that a woman with as much self-control as Elizabeth 1 can become bedazzled by the young and charming Walter Devereux, 1st Earl of Essex.
Philadelphia is piqued that her kinswomen boldly married without the permission of Queen Elizabeth. Jessica and Gage enjoy the 'hurly burly'.
Philadelphia, Jessica & Gage discuss the bathroom humor and sense of fun Martin Marprelate brought to his criticisms of the Church of England.
Philadelphia, Jessica & Gage listen to three versions of 'to be or not be' by Benedict Cumberbatch, Adrian Lester and Andrew Scott, and also their use of our word of the week in that most famous of speeches. Let us know which one you enjoy most!
Philadelphia decides she must do what she must do and 'sally forth' when her castle is attacked by Mary I's men. Jessica and Gage try to convince Philadelphia that her grandmother, Mary Boleyn, had a tryst with Henry VIII.
Philadelphia is piqued by a snotty 'muckinder'. Jessica and Gage think a 'muckinder' is still a useful accessory.
Philadelphia is cross when Jessica and Gage poke fun at the word, 'dump'. 'Sigh No More' is a 16th century dump, but does R.E.M.'s "Everybody Hurts' classify as a modern dump?
Philadelphia relishes meeting anyone who is a charming flibbertigibbet. Jessica and Gage discuss how this charming word fits into the tragedy, 'King Lear'.
Philadelphia's word this week 'madding' is not to be confused with maddening! Jessica and Gage talk about the use of this word in the 16th century pamphlet defending the rights of women by Jane Anger.
Philadelphia finds Londoners to be absolute minkins! Jessica and Gage talk about how minkins is used in 'The Prodigal Son', a play attributed to Shakespeare.
Philadelphia warns London visitors to keep an eye out for 'coney-catchers,' while Jessica and Gage talk about Robert Greene's views on corruption and why he should be remembered for more than his famous insult to Shakeaspeare.
Philadelphia dissaproves of 'jangling' courtiers, while Jessica and Gage consider why Elizabeth I decided to, or not to, use the word 'jangling' when she admonished parliament for considering her successor.
Philadelphia's word this week, 'mumping', is used in a letter read by Olivia Coleman found here: https://youtu.be/4pIrkEsh7Vo?si=UV5ToiXZLenRwAvF. Jessica, Gage and Philadelphia disagree about whether or not Olivia should be so funny as she reads.
Philadelphia's word this week,'noddle' is something every tudorphile uses well! Jessica and Gage learn that 'The Taming of the Shrew' has and induction with a character named Christopher Sly.
Philadelphia's word this week, 'avouch', is something that it is almost impossible to do in the 16th century. Jessica and Gage talk about Shakespeare's MacBeth.
Philadelphia's word this week,'filch' is something she says she would never do. Jessica and Gage talk about the amazing Mary Sidney. Listen in!
Philadelphia's word this week, 'neat's tongue', names one of Philadelphia's favorite foods. Jessica and Gage talk about Shakespeare's skill with an insult.
Philadelphia's word this week, 'unheedy', leads her to realize how upsetting 'A Midsummer's Night Dream' truly is. Jessica and Gage are amazed at Philadelphia's interpretation of the play.
Philadelphia recovers from an evening of disport while Jessica and Gage consider Elizabeth I's use of the word of the week in her famous Tilbury speech.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is, 'mickle'. Philadelphia is distressed at the very idea of having a mickle of pox. Jessica and Gage laugh at the use of 'mickle' in Shakespeare's A Comedy of Errors.
Philadelphia does not want to have to call anyone 'baggge'. Jessica and Gage consider what comedy is, in the play, 'A Chaste Maid in Cheapside.'
Philadelphia relishes when her favorite calls her 'kicky wicky'. Jessica and Gage consider the very brief performance history of "All's Well That Ends Well', is it because Helen claims the man?
Philadelphia explains that 'stain' is a very serious word, and may result in damnation. Jessica and Gage consider the seven deadly sins.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is, 'miching'. Jessica and Gage are astonished to learn Thomas Heywood wrote more than 200 plays.
Philadelphia enjoys the word, 'figent' in the play 'Easward Ho!' Jessica and Gage wonder why Philadelphia is such a snob.
Philadelphia enjoys the word, 'jouissance' in the play 'Friar Bacon and Friar Bungay' by Robert Greene. Jessica and Gage learn that a man like Greene could never have been master of the revels.
Philadelphia enjoys the word, 'abjure' in the play 'Dido, Queen of Carthage'. Jessica and Gage wonder why Cupid has to be so cruel.
Philadelphia is disgusted by the 'judgey' tone in the word 'impudence'. Jessica and Gage discuss the use of the word in a bloody play that explores the fallout of 'bad love' -- 'The changeling.'
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is, 'soft'. Philadelphia enjoys saying this cute, short word and also enjoys one very long one. Jessica and Gage are impressed.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is, 'boggler'. Philadelphia is no boggler and regales us with the story of a runaway horse. Jessica and Gage discuss this word's use in Shakespeare's , 'Antony and Cleopatra'.
Philadelphia opines that she enjoys that her queen, Elizabeth I, is a fine ’philosophatrix’. Jessica and Gage discuss the use of the word in a play that celebrates the 'virgin queen' and the perils of love, John Lyly’s 'Sappho and Phao'.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'privy'. Philadelphia is baffled that in the 21st c. we don't know the word's many uses. Jessica and Gage discuss this word in Dekker's comedy, 'The Shoemaker's Holiday'.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'miscreant'. Philadelphia is peeved that the miscreants at court are never reprimanded. Jessica and Gage discuss this word in Shakespear's great play. 'King Lear'.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'brabble. Jessica and Gage discuss the bloody 16th century true crime play, 'Arden of Faversham', a story filled with brabble.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'unhouseled'. Philadelphia opines that to die unhouseled is truly hellish. Jessica and Gage discuss that this word was once very weighty but is now almost forgotten.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'sconce'. Jessica and Gage are surprised to learn the many meanings of what they thought was a pretty common word. Philadelphia is amused.
Philadelphia's word this week is 'bespeak' and she does bespeak you to give it a listen!
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'intelligencer'. Philadelphia opines that she dislikes an intelligencer who rats her out at court. Jessica and Gage discuss the use of intelligencer in a play that's very bloody, 'The Duchess of Malfi'.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'bedswerver'. Philadelphia opines she prefers a boring man to a jealous man and Jessica and Gage discuss bedswerver in a play that's all about jealousy, Shakespeare's, 'The Winter's Tale'.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'ambages'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage in the influential play by Thomas Kyd, 'The Spanish Tragedy'.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'fubbery'. Philadelphia must engage in a little fubbery to get what she wants in the Tudor court. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage in the influential play by John Marston, 'The Malcontent'.
Philadelphia Carey's tudor word this week is 'giglet'. This word sounds cute, but is actually a demeaning slur.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'quiddity'. Philadelphia can be philosophical, and in this episode she considers the use of quiddity in the play The Tragical History ofDoctor Faustus, by Christopher Marlowe.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'huggermugger'. Philadelphia loves a court filled with huggermugger! Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and its role in that greatest of plays, 'Hamlet'.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'ningle'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and Philadelphia cries because her ningle is a ningle-ningle!
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'fackins'. Philadelphia loves this naughty word! Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes and why, then is now, a strong curse can be oh-so satisfying.
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'dissemble'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes, and how a certain character uses it to wreck havoc!
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'Hilding'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes. And Philadelphia declares she prefers Mercutio over Romeo!
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'Keech'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes. And Philadelphia asks which of Shakespeare's plays is actually the 'cursed' one?
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'ambodexter'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes. And who is this Lordling Barry?
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'cozen'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes.
Don't forget to check out YouTube to see the animation!
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'grutch'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes.
Don't forget to check out YouTube to see the animation!
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'goll'. Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes.
Don't forget to check out YouTube to see the animation!
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'nip a bung' (three words in ones). Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might come upon it in your Tudor tomes
Don't forget to check out YouTube to see the animation!
Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'clap' (a familiar word with a less familiar meaning). Jessica and Gage discuss its usage and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes.
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Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'bescumber' Jessica and Gage discuss its meaning and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes.
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Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'toadstone' Jessica and Gage discuss its meaning and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes.
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Philadelphia Carey's Tudor word this week is 'mumbudget'. Jessica and Gage discuss its meaning and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes.
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A new series in which Philadelphia Carey chooses a Tudor word, then Jessica and Gage discuss its meaning and where you might run across it in your Tudor tomes.
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1542--HATFIELD HOUSE
In which Margaret wonders what future the young Elizabeth can possibly have.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss whether or not Elizabeth was a 'great' ruler.
THE ENGLISH CHANNEL
In which the Vasa’s set sail and Constance discovers the secret of the pomander.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the famous letter that Anne Boleyn may or may not have written from the tower.
THE ARUNDEL INN
In which two servants try to convince Philomena that Black Jack is a worthy man
After the reading Jessica and Gage discuss how the economic savvy of Thomas Gresham changed England and the laws of operating a business 'femme sole'.
1536 -THE TOWER OF LONDON
In which Anne decides she must tell Wyatt the truth before she goes to the block.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss whether or not Anne would still consider herself a Catholic when she died.
THE CLIFFS OF DOVER
In which Constance uses her words to disgust the pious Charles.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss the notorious life of the historical Charles Paget.
ON THE GRAVESEND ROAD
In which Constance is caught by Black Jack who is honor bound to drag her back to London and the judgement of the crown.
After the story Jessica and Gage talk about the famous road from London to Dover and the difference between highwayman and footpads.
In which Constance rides through the dark streets of London and encounters Howard men who doubt her disguise.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the Roman history of London, and speculate on the meaning of female bravery in the 16th century.
THE ARUNDEL INN
In which Constance fears punishment at the hands of Howards and Philomena suggests a terrible option.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss the very few ways a woman could gain power during the Tudor Period.
THE GARDEN OF CECIL HOUSE
In which Constance discovers the nature of Rutland’s love.
Things are heating up between Constance and Rutland... After the story Jessica and Gage discuss whether it was possible to choose a marriage partner for yourself in Tudor England.
OUTSIDE THE POULTRY COMPTER
In which the history of the relic is told and Constance is given a deadly assignment.
After the reading Jessica and Gage discuss Rizzo's murder and the difficulty of getting the news of the attempted overthrow of Mary Queen of Scots from Edinburgh to London.
THE POULTRY COMPTER
In which Lady Mildred forces Constance to make an impossible bargain.
After the story Jessica and Gage debate whether or not Elizabeth I was as temperamental as her father.
1532 --QUARRENDON HOUSE --THE HOME OF MARGARET AND ANTHONY LEE
In which Anne lays bare a dangerous future.
After the story, Jessica and Gage debate whether Anne and Henry were or were not in love and the questionable timing of Anne's pregnancy with Elizabeth.
THE POULTRY COMPTER
In which Constance is in part forgiven then wholly condemned.
After the reading Jessica and Gage talk about plague doctors; the role they played in helping people live and die, and the statistical information they gathered that we still use today.
1532--CALAIS: THE PALACE OF THE EXCHEQUER
In which Margaret is happy to be left and Thomas has an unlooked for visitor.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss whether or not Anne Boleyn would have been better off if she had accepted Henry's offer to be his 'royal mistress'. Could Anne Boleyn have amassed the same amount of influence as Francis' mistress, Anne de Pisseleu?
BEDFORD HOUSE
In Which Philomena Receives a Gift and a Rebuke
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the ill-advised, topsy-turvy, attempt by Princess Cecilia and the Margrave to escape their creditors and flee England.
BEDFORD HOUSE
In which Constance is accused and Philomena bribes a jailer
After the reading Jessica and Gage discuss the system of jails in Tudor England.
THE ARUNDELL INN
In which Sir Francis Darell takes a bath, and rumours fly!
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss the horrific murder of Rizzo.
NEAR BARNARD’S INN
In which two cousins meet and the pomander is won
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss what was truly valued at the elite Tudor Universities. (It's not great scholarship.)
THE ARUNDELL INN
In which the alchemist lives up to his promise and Sir Francis Darrell keeps his word
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the power of the number 3 and female alchemists of the 16th and 17th century. Don't forget to
SAVOY HOUSE: THE HOME OF SIR HENRY AND LADY LEE
In which Constance visits with Aunt Stonor and receives a gift from her betrothed.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss Henry VIII’s destruction of Thomas Becket’s shrine in Canterbury and his double-dealing quelling the popular revolt called the ‘The Pilgrimage of Grace’.
THE ARUNDELL INN
In which Philomena prepares for Saint Valentine’s and all the ladies run for love.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss the pagan origins of the holiday, and how Chaucer popularized it.
1532--THE ROOMS OF SIR THOMAS WYATT
In which Margaret finds Thomas in languor and lights the fire of ambition under his arse.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss Katherine of Aragon's fight to prove her marriage to Henry VIII valid.
CHEAPSIDE
In which Constance and Philomena impersonate a boy by post.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss primogeniture law and what would have happened if Henry VIII's bastard son had lived.
1527--ANNE BOLEYN’S CHAMBER
In which Thomas gives up the chase and Anne is caught.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss Anne's 'reputation' as a 'great whore' and Petrarch's influence on Thomas Wyatt's passionate poetry.
In which January 1st is celebrated, the queen evens the score and the Countess of Lennox writes verse.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the messy switch from the Julian calendar to the Gregorian calendar, Tudor festivals, and the lords of misrule.
1527--THE PALACE OF GREENWICH
In which Margaret sends her brother away for his own good.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss Wyatt's rule-breaking trip to Italy and Henry VIII's hedged bets on succession!
THE ARUNDELL INN
In which Constance and Philomena study Wyatt’s possessions, but learn by his debts.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss the historical/medical use for pomanders, the power of the goldsmith's guild in Tudor England and the dangerous, heavy signage that once hung outside of shops!
CECIL HOUSE
In which Mildred Cecil averts a duel and wins a round.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss dueling and Robert Ascham's idea of double translations.
BARNARDS INNI
In which Constance and Philomena visit the mercurial George Wyatt in order to gain advantage.
After the reading Jessica and Gage discuss the poet Wyatt and his son the soldier Wyatt and why the family lost everything after the younger Wyatt lead a rebellion.
THE CHAPEL AT WHITEHALL
In which Wyatt’s grandson makes a scene, and Charles Paget, a strange proposal.
THE ARUNDELL INN
In which Philomena bids her Black Jack stay and Cecilia bids her Margrave go.
1565--THE TOWER OF LONDON
In which Constance reads poetry in the Tower and dances with a satyr.
1526 —THE THAMES RIVER BANK AT GREENWHICH
In which Thomas Wyatt gives a swimming lesson.
SAVOY HOUSE: THE HOME OF SIR HENRY AND LADY LEE
In which Philomena plays the thief and Cecilia the avenging angel.
SAVOY HOUSE: THE HOME OF SIR HENRY AND LADY LEE
In which an object of importance is discovered and a winning is remembered.
THE LABORATORY OF DOCTOR de LANNOY
In which Princess Cecilia shows her knowledge of the art of alchemy and of the art of manipulation.
THE ARUNDEL INN
In which Philomena attends to many guests and then just one
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss Tudor love, marriage, sex and, the all-important early condoms.
The River Thames
In Which a Spaniard Ferries Constance to a Scot.
After the reading Jessica and Gage discuss The Tower of London and Lady Margaret Douglas' claim to the throne.
THE PALACE OF WHITEHALL-THE WEDDING
In which there is a joust and a case of mistaken identity.
After the reading Jessica and Gage discuss Tudor Royal Weddings and Elizabethan Cosplay.
Bedford House
In Which Cecilia is Cleopatra and a Martyr is named,
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss Elizabethan trade with the Ottoman Empire. In 1565. the Ottoman Empire included most of what is now Eastern Europe and North Africa, including Egypt, and most of what is now Iraq, Iran and Jordan. The ruler was Suleman the Magnificent and the approximate population was over 25 million.
THE ARUNDELL INN
In which the Earl of Surrey's mistress-maid, Alice, tells the tale of her guilt in the Earl's arrest.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the history of the real history of Alice Flanner and the cutting edge technology of the time, the pencil.
Episode 8
In which preparations are made for a wedding and a crime.
Returning to 1565 , Constance navigates service to her new mistress, the unpredictable Swedish princess Cecilia Vasa. After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the history or Celia Vasa's actual journey to England,
1543--THE ARUNDELL INN
In which a soldier and a poet share verse and mayhem during the reign of King Henry VIII!
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the friendship of the Henry Howard and Thomas Wyatt.
THE STRAND
In which the mysterious letter changes hands and a friendship is formed.
After the story Jessica and Gage discuss the history of Sir Thomas More and the rules around classification of Catholic relics.
BEDFORD HOUSE
In which Constance sees a different side of royalty.
Constance moves to the topsy-turvy court of Princess Cecilia’s where she learns there is more than one way to be a royal.
THE PALACE OF WHITEHALL
In which Constance readies for the Swedes and goes to the Catholics.
In this episode, we join Constance as she prepares to move to Cecilia's court. In a laugh-out-loud section, an English Marquis dances naked while the maids-of-honor hoot. Of course, this insanity is taken from an actual historical happening involving Sir Francis Knollys bursting in on Elizabeth’s ladies. Jessica does amazing array voices--ENJOY!
Episode Three--THE ARUNDELL INN
In this episode, we leave Cecilia and Constance and the world of the court for London town to meet a young innkeeper, Philomena Arundell.
After the story, Jessica and Gage discuss the uncomfortable accommodations at court vs the luxury rooms courtiers could get at an inn like Philomena’s.
CECIL HOUSE---HOME OF WILLIAM AND MILDRED CECIL
In which Lady Elizabeth Clinton demands her will be done, and Constance Stonor awaits her fate.
After the story, Jessica and Gage explain the terms, ‘lady in waiting’ and ‘maid of honor’ and discuss what was expected of these noble women (more that you might think).
1565--BEDFORD HOUSE, LONDON
In which the visiting Swedish Princess gets her way.
This is a history podcast and a story podcast rolled into one. It’s a secret history of the Elizabethan Court set in 1565. So much has been written about Elizabeth, everyone thinks they know the truth of Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth, but we’re going to tell you a story about who we think were the important players and we'll follow it up with some Tudor history talk about Swedish Princess, Cecilia Vasa, and her ‘diplomatic’ visit to England.