

PREVIEW: Epochs #177 | Thomas Cromwell: with Luca Johnson
Sep 22, 2024
Luca Johnson, an expert on Tudor history, delves into the intricate life of Thomas Cromwell, a pivotal player during Henry VIII's reign. They discuss Cromwell's rise from humble beginnings to a masterful tactician in the English Reformation. Topics include his complicated relationships with figures like Cardinal Wolsey and Thomas More, as well as his role in the Anne of Cleves affair. The personal tragedies that shaped his character, especially the losses of his family, reveal the emotional depths behind his political maneuvers.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Rise of Thomas Cromwell
02:52 • 21min
Mastering Influence: Tactics of Persuasion in Historical Context
23:59 • 3min
Cromwell's Personal Tragedies
27:26 • 4min
Cardinal Wolsey and the Rise of Thomas Cromwell
30:59 • 8min
The Rise and Fall of Wolsey: Power in Tudor Politics
39:24 • 3min