Welcome back to another episode of Historical Tinder with Dr. Emma & Me! As always, Dr. Emma picked this week’s topic—and I’ll admit, I wasn’t entirely sure where it was going to lead. But surprise, surprise: it turned into a conversation about far more people than just Henry and Anne. Because let’s be honest… when did any of Henry VIII’s marriages involve only two people?

Stick around to catch a brand-new historical nickname we coined in the episode. If you hear it, drop it in the comments!

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🔥 Don’t wait (LAST DAY!)—tickets are disappearing fast!
As I mentioned in the episode, Dr. Estelle Paranque’s special talk on Saturday, December 6th is almost here, and you do not want to miss it.

Join us for a deep dive into the world that shaped Anne Boleyn: Marguerite of Angoulême, Louise of Savoy, Claude of France—the brilliant, influential women who helped forge her time in France.

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And remember: if you can’t join live, every ticket holder gets the full recording within 24 hours.

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Hosted by: Rebecca Larson and Dr. Emma Cahill Marron

Historian Matthew Lewis joins Rebecca to spotlight one of England’s most overlooked monarchs: Henry III. Often overshadowed by his infamous father and powerful son, Henry’s long reign was far more influential than history remembers.

In this conversation, Matthew unpacks Henry III’s political struggles, his clash with the barons, his deep piety, and the ambitious building projects that transformed England—especially Westminster Abbey. It’s a fresh look at a king who shaped the medieval world in lasting ways.

A perfect episode for anyone ready to rediscover a forgotten monarch.

Matt's book on Henry III - Amazon

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Host: Rebecca Larson

Guest: Matthew Lewis

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Replay Episode — Originally Aired 7 January 2025
This episode was one of our most-loved conversations of the year, and we’re excited to bring it back for anyone who missed it—or wants to experience it again.

Gemma Hollman returns to the podcast for a captivating deep dive into the remarkable lives of medieval mystics and nuns. Together, we explore the spiritual, cultural, and intellectual impact of these extraordinary women who helped shape religious life throughout the Middle Ages.

From intense visionary experiences to the layered realities of cloistered existence, this replay goes beyond the surface to illuminate their devotion, agency, and enduring influence. It’s a journey into a world where faith, power, and identity intertwined in surprising ways.

Don’t miss this listener-favorite conversation!

Gemma’s Book: Women in the Middle Ages

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Credits:
Host: Rebecca LarsonGuest: Gemma Hollman