The Other Half: The History of Women Through the Ages

Women make up half of the world's population, and yet history books often consign them to the sidelines. They are dismissed as merely the wives of powerful men; babymakers and nothing more. Yet women have been the driving force behind history for millennia, from female Pharoahs, warrior princesses and pirates, to the revolutionaries who sought to topple the male-dominated political systems of their day. From host of the popular 'Queens of England Podcast', The Other Half tells the forgotten and ignored stories of the most powerful and influential women in history.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

6.03 Jane Whorwood (2) Agent 409

With her beloved king in custody, Jane does everything in her power to break him out of captivity.Sign up for the Intelligent Speech Conference https://intelligentspeechonline.com/. Use the code OTHER to get a discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-02
49:22

6.02 Jane Whorwood (1) The gold smuggler royal

Fleeing an unhappy marriage and filled with royalist fervour, a young Scottish courtier spies, smuggles and embezzled for her king during the English Civil WarSign up for the Intelligent Speech Conference https://intelligentspeechonline.com/. Use the code OTHER to get a discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-19
45:31

6.01 Sisterhood of Spies: History's greatest female secret agents

While the image of the spy is often a suave man in a tuxedo - the history of espionage is populated by a number of talented and courageous female spies.Sign up for the Intelligent Speech Conference https://intelligentspeechonline.com/. Use the code OTHER to get a discount! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-05
28:49

Get ready for Season 6!

As a Christmas bonus, I reveal the state for the premiere of Season 6: The Sisterhood of Spies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-25
05:25

5.24 Cixi (3) Here we coup again

Cixi was on the sidelines, but a bungled attempt at reform and a disastrous war with Japan would bring her back once again.Come to Intelligent Speech - Use the code OTHER at checkout to get a further 10% offSupport the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

09-27
45:32

5.23 Cixi (2) Reigning in the Regencies

Cixi orchestrates a coup to firmly establish her as the chief power behind the throne. Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

08-18
43:57

5.22 Cixi (1) Entering The Great Within

Born in relative poverty and obscurity, Cixi becomes an Imperial concubine, and rises through the ranks to become one of the most powerful voices at court.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-28
33:13

5.21 Lola Montez (3) Whipped into shape

More husbands, more countries, more scandal. Lola Montez embarks on a world tour, showcasing her controversial new routine: The Spider DanceSupport the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07-07
55:10

5.20 Lola Montez (2) Awakening a volcano

Lola Montez goes up in the world, capturing the heart of a king and sparking a revolution in the process.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-16
46:55

5.19 Lola Montez (1) Ireland, India and Infamy RE-UPLOAD

RE-RECORDED - If you downloaded the old version (which had editing errors), please re-download this improved versionLola Montez was a woman of many names, who defied societal norms and captivated Europe with her scandalous escapades, extensive travels, and enigmatic persona.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-28
41:11

5.18 Manuela Sáenz (3) The Unburied Woman of Paita

Manuela Saenz makes one last desperate effort to bring her lover back to power while the Liberator wastes away, trying and failing to escape his labyrinth.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05-05
40:02

5.17 Manuela Sáenz (2) The Liberator of the Liberator

Manuela Sáenz returns to Simón Bolívar's side in Bogota as he struggles to hold his dream together and assassins close in.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04-14
38:18

5.16 Manuela Sáenz (1) La Libertadora

Simon Bolivar is celebrated as the Liberator of five. And by his side was one of history's great forgotten female revolutionaries. Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-24
46:12

5.15 Sally Hemings (2) Sally's Choice

Sally arrives in France on the eve of Revolution and into a sexual relationship with her enslaver begins - leading to a fateful choice that would change her life forever.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

03-03
48:12

5.14 Sally Hemings (1) Keeping it in the family

Not all rulers are monarchs, and not all mistresses consented to sleeping with rulers. The relationship between Sally Hemings and Thomas Jefferson is one of the most controversial in American history - this is how it starts. Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02-11
38:49

5.13 Madame de Pompadour (3) After us, the Flood

As the sexual side of her relationship with Louis XV ended, Reinette would need to find new ways to remain in power - all the while, a new enemy emerged from across the Rhine.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01-14
36:22

5.12 Madame de Pompadour (2) The Fishes Daughter

Reinette solidifies her position as the maitresse-en-titre to Louis, but. in doing so, creates some powerful enemies.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12-17
38:54

5.11 Madame de Pompadour (1) The little Queen

A mother takes her daughter to see a fortune teller, who tells her that she would grow up to sleep with the King of France.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-26
34:37

5.10 Hortense Mancini (2) Queen of the Amazons

Hortense travels to England and seduces a King. And his daughter.Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11-12
43:21

5.09 Hortense Mancini (1) The runaway Mazarinette

A woman born in Italy, raised in the court of the Sun King and who would become the mistress of England’s most famous womanising monarch. Support the show on PatreonFollow us on Facebook and Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

06-04
36:36

Shawna

one of my favorite movies!

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Shawna

I've really enjoyed learning about Queen Victoria's daughters

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Shawna

I love hearing about all of Queen Victoria's daughters !!!

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Tiger (NoahArkwright)

I'm really enjoying this podcast! The information is well researched, and the host keeps it focused on the facts but doesn't come across like a robot. Recommended.

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Brenda Klies

I have a question about the opening music. Is it a random piece done by a computer or an actual piece of music written centuries ago? Something about this makes me feel unsettled each time I hear it. I have never experienced anything like this before. I hate to say that I haven't listened to your podcast for a couple of months but right away I got the same feeling. It's almost like deja vu. I hope I'm not sounding too weird because truly I'm not and I'm so glad I started listening again.

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