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Established in 2018, Talking Tudors is one of the longest-running and most popular independent interview podcasts about the Tudor era. It boasts an international listenership and has been downloaded in excess of 4 million times. In each episode, creator and host Natalie Grueninger speaks with esteemed historians and other experts about a wide range of subjects associated with Tudor England. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the Podbean app, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Join us for a captivating episode of Talking Tudors, as host Natalie Grueninger welcomes back historian Heather R. Darsie. Together, they delve into the rich history of the Catholic Church's Jubilee year traditions and explore the intricate process of electing a new pope. Heather shares her insights on the recent events in Rome following the death of Pope Francis, and offers a unique glimpse into the papal conclave and its longstanding history.
Heather brings her extensive expertise to the discussion, detailing the historical significance of Jubilee years and the evolution of papal elections. With reference to her own experiences visiting Rome, she provides listeners with a vivid depiction of the Sistine Chapel and the sacred atmosphere surrounding these time-honoured ceremonies.
In addition to exploring the traditions of the past, Heather also reflects on the implications of modern reforms within the Church, drawing intriguing parallels to historical reforms seen during the Tudor era. Tune in for an engaging and educational journey through the past and present of one of the world's most fascinating religious traditions.
Visit Heather Darsie's official website
https://maidensandmanuscripts.com/author/maidensandmanuscripts/
Find out more about your host at https://www.nataliegrueninger.com
Join me for '365 Days with Katherine of Aragon'!
https://onthetudortrail.com/Blog/2025/04/05/365-days-with-katherine-of-aragon-2/