History Gems
By Dr Nicola Tallis
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Episodes: 25
Description
Welcome to History Gems, the podcast that follows historian and author Dr Nicola Tallis as she seeks to unpick the stories behind some of history's most famous and intriguing jewels.
With a different expert on every episode, Nicola delves into a daring attempt to steal the Crown Jewels, the secrets of a supposedly cursed diamond, the creation of the world's most famous Easter eggs, and plenty more.
Check out @historygemspod on social media to see pictures of each week's gems!
Nicola's books include:
Crown of Blood: The Deadly Inheritance of Lady Jane Grey
Elizabeth's Rival: The Tumultuous Tale of Lettice Knollys, Countess of Leicester
Uncrowned Queen: The Fateful Life of Margaret Beaufort, Tudor Matriarch
Find her on social media:
Twitter: @NicolaTallis
Instagram: @historian_nicola
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Pirates and the T Word: with Dr Ian Friel
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Oct 20, 2021 |
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Atelier Torbjörn Tillander: with Jenny Tillander
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Oct 13, 2021 |
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La Peregrina: with Valerie Schutte
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Oct 06, 2021 |
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Bridgerton: with Carol Woolton
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Sep 29, 2021 |
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Marie Antoinette: with Dr Carolyn Harris
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Sep 15, 2021 |
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Girls in Pearls: with Sue Prichard
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Jun 02, 2021 |
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The House of Kutchinsky: with Serena Kutchinsky
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May 26, 2021 |
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Queen Christina of Sweden: with Amy Saunders
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May 12, 2021 |
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Nazi Gold: with Callum McKelvie
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May 05, 2021 |
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Jane Austen: with Sophie Reynolds
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Apr 28, 2021 |
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John of Gaunt: with Helen Carr
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Apr 21, 2021 |
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Sutton Hoo: with Dr Sue Brunning
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Apr 14, 2021 |
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Mary Queen of Scots: with Professor Kate Williams
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Mar 03, 2021 |
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The mystery of Queen Arnegunde’s grave: with Elizabeth Norton
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Feb 24, 2021 |
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The Cromwells: with Stuart Orme
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Feb 17, 2021 |
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The tomb of Tutankhamun: with Dr Chris Naunton
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Feb 10, 2021 |
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Colonel Blood and the Crown Jewels: with Rebecca Rideal
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Feb 03, 2021 |
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Joan of Navarre: with Dr Ellie Woodacre
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Jan 27, 2021 |
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Fabergé and the Romanovs: with Gareth Russell
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Jan 20, 2021 |
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The Sancy Diamond: with Susan Ronald
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Jan 13, 2021 |
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The Queen, her Christmas address and her brooches: with Christopher Warwick
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Dec 21, 2020 |
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The Black Prince's Ruby: with Dr Michael Jones
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Dec 16, 2020 |
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Richard III and the boar badge: with Julian Humphrys
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Dec 09, 2020 |
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Elizabeth I and the Essex Ring: with Dr Tracy Borman
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Dec 02, 2020 |
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Trailer: Welcome to History Gems
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Nov 24, 2020 |