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It’s a new season and Queens Podcast is back to spill the tea on Margaret of Anjou, sometimes known as the she-wolf of France. Margaret was a fierce queen consort of England as wife of Henry VI, but in this episode we’re going to meet baby Margaret and discuss the journey that got her to She Wolf territory.
If this is your first Wars of the Roses episode, you might also enjoy any of these episodes between part 1 & 2:
Also, her grandmother Yolande of Aragon is someone who we’ve covered that we think you’ll like to!
Time stamps:
02:04 Introducing Margaret of Anjou
05:29 Margaret’s Early Life and Influences
09:20 Marriage Negotiations and Proxy Wedding
16:03 Journey to England
30:04 Meeting King Henry VI
35:03 The Duke of York and the Duke of Gloucester
35:34 Allies of Margaret: Suffolk and Somerset
38:53 Margaret’s Grand Coronation
41:23 Political Tensions and Court Drama
01:03:19 Margaret’s Pregnancy and Henry’s Mental Break
01:05:35 Conclusion: Margaret’s Uncertain Future
Intro by Trashy Royals podcast
Some sources:
- Red Roses by Amy License
- When Marguerite of Anjou Arrived in England
- The Guardian: Did Henry VI have a sex coach in his marriage bed?
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The Political Brilliance of Louise of Savoy
Join Katy & Nathan as they revisit an intriguing episode from the Patreon feed, diving deep into the life of Louise of Savoy.
Louise was a total 16th-century boss in France, playing political chess while her son, King Francis I, was off being king. Today we’re talking about her early life, her power move marriage, and how she bossed up as a widow. She and Margaret of Austria were like the dynamic duo of diplomacy, hammering out the Treaty of Cambrai. So, grab your wine and let’s get into this queen’s story of resilience, star-gazing, and serious influence on French history!
01:45 Louise’s Early Life and Family Background
03:10 Political Marriages and Early Challenges
14:51 Life with Charles and His Mistresses
20:48 Widowhood and Political Maneuvering
25:27 Royal Births and Gender Politics
26:39 King Louis XII’s Death and Louise’s Journal
29:23 Louise’s Regency and Diplomatic Maneuvers
33:49 The Peace Train and Treaty Negotiations
37:51 The Ladies of Peace and Final Treaty
45:44 Legacy and Final Years
A couple of useful sources:
https://www.monstrousregimentofwomen.com/2015/09/louise-of-savoy-kings-mother-and-regent.html
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