

Saturday Matinee: Even the Royals
Aug 3, 2024
Anne Boleyn, a pivotal figure in the English Reformation and the second wife of King Henry VIII, shares her intriguing story. The discussion explores her tumultuous rise to power and the sacrifices she made, navigating courtly intrigue while challenging societal norms. Listeners gain insight into her passionate yet complicated relationship with Henry, her strategic maneuvers to secure her status, and the eventual tragic consequences of her ambition. Boleyn's journey highlights the fragile line between power and danger in royal life.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
The Downfall of Anne Boleyn: Power, Betrayal, and Execution
02:50 • 6min
The Rise of Anne Boleyn: Courtly Aspirations
08:30 • 17min
A Forbidden Love in 1528
25:04 • 3min
Anne's Ambition and Power Play
28:15 • 9min
Managing Time and Historical Reflections
36:50 • 2min
Anne's Ambitious Ascent
39:00 • 7min
The Struggles of Ascending the Throne
45:46 • 3min