Royal Revolutions, a Royal History Geeks podcast

Auteur(s): Royal History Geeks
  • Résumé

  • The British monarchy presents a paradox. It is one of the most stable institutions in history. Yet it has rarely been free from crisis. Royal Revolutions explores crucial moments of trial, tension and change in British Royal history. The first season is devoted to Britain's most recent Royal Revolution - the Abdication crisis of 1936.
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  • Abdication crisis Q&A
    Feb 11 2025

    In the final part of our series on the Abdication crisis of 1936, we answer your questions.

    With Royal History Geeks creator, Gareth Streeter and Royal commentator, James Taylor.

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    1 h et 29 min
  • "Why is he so weak?" Part 8 of our series on the Abdication crisis
    Feb 4 2025

    The reign of King Edward VIII is over. Now, the newly created Duke of Windsor begins his exile. And painfully for him, he must wait several long months before he can make Wallis his Duchess. This episode briefly explores the aftermath of the Abdication crisis.

    During this episode, RHG founder Gareth Streeter and Royal commentator James Taylor explore:

    • The immediate 'logistics' around the Duke's relocation
    • A glimpse of happiness at the end of the worst year of Queen Mary's life
    • The controversy around the Windsor's wedding, the date and the lack of Royal attendance
    • The (questionably legal) decision to deny Wallis the HRH style
    • The Duke and Duchess's Nazi links and role in the war
    • The "snub" to the Windsor's at Princess Elizabeth's wedding
    • The ultimate death of the Duke and later the Duchess
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    1 h et 13 min
  • "Impossible to carry" - part 7 of our series on the Abdication crisis
    Jan 28 2025

    After six weeks of build up, it is finally time to explore the actual Abdication of Edward VIII - the only truly voluntary surrendering of the throne in history.

    It this episode, RHG founder Gareth Streeter and Royal commentator, James Taylor explore:

    • The "last supper" where the Prime Minister tries to convince the King to stay but is denied a bed for the night
    • The Duke of York and his last-minute preparations for the crown
    • The Cabinet's rush to prepare the legislation for Abdication
    • Baldwin's surprisingly spectacular Commons performance and the beginnings of the romantic myth of the crisis
    • Queen Mary's subtle sign of support for the government
    • The arrangements for Edward's future including title and income
    • Edward's master piece of a broadcast to the nation

    Although Edward has now left the throne, this is not the end of the series. Next week we shall explore the aftermath.

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    1 h et 12 min

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