{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6467b7de03f4220011a934bd/6792923f850b1ddbd31c1f28?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"177. Mary I was not a Tyrant with Peter Stiffel | Katherine of Aragon Festival","description":"<p><strong>Peter Stiffel Sets the Record Straight</strong></p><p><strong>As the Katherine of Aragon Festival approaches, historian Peter Stiffel delves into the life of Mary I, challenging the myths that label her as a tyrant and a monster.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>The Myth of \"Bloody Mary\"</h3><ul><li><strong>Debunking the Tyrant Narrative</strong>: Peter challenges the image of Mary as a cruel ruler, emphasizing her compassion and commitment to her people.</li><li><strong>Mary's Achievements</strong>: Explore the often-overlooked reforms Mary implemented, from economic recovery to educational advancements.</li></ul><h3>Mary’s Legacy</h3><ul><li><strong>First Female Monarch</strong>: Mary I was England’s first queen regnant, setting the stage for future female rulers like Elizabeth I.</li><li><strong>Cultural Contributions</strong>: Discover how Mary’s reign enriched England’s cultural landscape, supporting artists and influencing its artistic heritage.</li></ul><h3>The Reality of Her Reign</h3><ul><li><strong>Political Context</strong>: Understand the challenges Mary faced, including political intrigue and religious conflicts that shaped her rule.</li><li><strong>Personal Struggles</strong>: Gain insights into Mary’s life, including her fraught relationship with Henry VIII and the influence of her mother, Katherine of Aragon.</li></ul><p>Celebrate Mary I’s true legacy and dismantle the myths surrounding her reign at Peter’s talk during the Katherine of Aragon Festival on January 25th at Peterborough Cathedral.</p><p>Follow Peter on Twitter/X: <a href=\"https://twitter.com/PStiffel\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@PStiffel</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>Get Involved</h3><ul><li><strong>Purchase Tickets</strong>: Visit <a href=\"https://peterborough-cathedral.org.uk\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">peterborough-cathedral.org.uk</a> to join the festival.</li><li><strong>Support History Rage</strong>: Gain early access and exclusive content by subscribing at <a href=\"https://patreon.com/historyrage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">patreon.com/historyrage</a>.</li></ul><h3><br></h3><h3>Stay Connected</h3><p>Support our historical explorations by subscribing via Apple Podcasts or Patreon, and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform.</p><p>Visit <a href=\"https://www.historyrage.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">historyrage.com</a> for past episodes and updates.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Contact Us</strong>: Email us at historyragepod@gmail.com.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow History Rage</strong>:</p><ul><li>Facebook: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/HistoryRage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">History Rage</a></li><li><strong>Twitter/X: </strong><a href=\"https://twitter.com/HistoryRage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@HistoryRage</a></li><li><strong>Instagram: </strong><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/historyrage/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@historyrage</a></li><li><strong>Bluesky: </strong><a href=\"https://bsky.app/profile/historyrage.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">History Rage</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Stay passionate, stay curious, and let the rage for historical truth burn brighter!</p>","author_name":"Paul Bavill"}