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Pirates and the T Word: with Dr Ian Friel
Dr Nicola Tallis talks to historian, writer and maritime history expert Dr Ian Friel about pirates, their treasure (the T word), and the story and the significance of ...
Atelier Torbjörn Tillander: with Jenny Tillander
Dr Nicola Tallis explores one of the world's most revered jewellers - Atelier Torbjörn Tillander - with the youngest of the Tillander family - Jenny.
La Peregrina: with Valerie Schutte
Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by author and historian Valerie Schutte to explore the history of one of the world's most famous pearls - La Peregrina.
Bridgerton: with Carol Woolton
Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by writer and one of Britain’s leading authority on jewellery and gemstones, Carol Woolton, to discuss the jewellery in the Netflix series B...
Marie Antoinette: with Dr Carolyn Harris
In the latest episode of History Gems Dr Nicola Tallis delves into the fascinating story of Marie Antoinette with royal historian and author Dr Carolyn Harris.
Girls in Pearls: with Sue Prichard
Dr Nicola Tallis delves into the history of pearls with Sue Prichard, Senior Curator of Arts at the National Maritime Museum, in Greenwich.
The House of Kutchinsky: with Serena Kutchinsky
Historian and author Dr Nicola Tallis explores the internationally renowned House of Kutchinsky with journalist Serena Kutchinsky.
Queen Christina of Sweden: with Amy Saunders
Historian and author Dr Nicola Tallis explores the story of Queen Christina of Sweden with Amy Saunders.
Nazi Gold: with Callum McKelvie
Historian and author Dr Nicola Tallis explores the topic of Nazi gold with Callum McKelvie, the Features Editor at All About History Magazine.
Jane Austen: with Sophie Reynolds
Historian and author Dr Nicola Tallis explores the incredible story of one of the world's most famous authors, Jane Austen.
John of Gaunt: with Helen Carr
Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by fellow historian and author Helen Carr to explore the story of English prince, military leader, statesman - and the third of the five son...
Sutton Hoo: with Dr Sue Brunning
Historian and author Dr Nicola Tallis uncovers the secrets of the Anglo-Saxon ship burial at Sutton Hoo with Dr Sue Brunning, the curator of the European Early Medieva...
Mary Queen of Scots: with Professor Kate Williams
In the final episode of the first series of History Gems, Nicola is joined by historian, author and royal commentator Professor Kate Williams to delve into the story o...
The mystery of Queen Arnegunde’s grave: with Elizabeth Norton
In this episode of History Gems, Nicola is joined by historian and author Elizabeth Norton to explore the story of Queen Arnegunde and the mystery of her mummified lun...
The Cromwells: with Stuart Orme
In this episode of History Gems, Nicola is joined by Stuart Orme, the curator of the Cromwell Museum, in Huntingdon, to discuss the life of Elizabeth Cromwell, wife of...
The tomb of Tutankhamun: with Dr Chris Naunton
In this episode of History Gems, Dr Nicola Tallis ventures back to ancient Egypt to uncover the tomb of Tutankhamun in the company of Egyptologist and author Dr Chris ...
Colonel Blood and the Crown Jewels: with Rebecca Rideal
In the latest episode of History Gems, Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by writer, historian and TV producer Rebecca Rideal to explore the story of Colonel Thomas Blood and ...
Joan of Navarre: with Dr Ellie Woodacre
In the latest episode of History Gems, Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by Dr Ellie Woodacre, senior lecturer in early modern history at the University of Winchester and a s...
Fabergé and the Romanovs: with Gareth Russell
In the latest episode of History Gems, Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by historian, author and playwright Gareth Russell to explore the history of the Romanovs and the sto...
The Sancy Diamond: with Susan Ronald
In the first episode of 2021, Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by historian and author Susan Ronald to explore the story of one of history's most fascinating and most beauti...
The Queen, her Christmas address and her brooches: with Christopher Warwick
In this very special, festive episode of History Gems, Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by writer, biographer and royal historian Christopher Warwick to explore the Queen’s ...
The Black Prince's Ruby: with Dr Michael Jones
In this episode of History Gems, Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by leading military historian and author Dr Michael Jones to explore the story of the Black Prince and his ...
Richard III and the boar badge: with Julian Humphrys
In this episode of History Gems, Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by historian, lecturer, battlefield guide and dedicated Southampton supporter Julian Humphrys, to discuss R...
Elizabeth I and the Essex Ring: with Dr Tracy Borman
In the first episode of History Gems, Dr Nicola Tallis is joined by author, historian and joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces, Dr Tracy Borman, to discuss El...
Trailer: Welcome to History Gems
An introduction to History Gems, the new podcast from author and historian Dr Nicola Tallis, which delves into the past to unravel the stories behind some of history's...