{"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/6a1f32649942b8f91f36261d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"306. Catherine The Great Did Not Have Sex With a Horse with Kate Williams | Chalke Festival Special 5","description":"<p>Discover the truth behind history's most persistent and monstrous sexual slur.</p><p><br></p><p>Think you know how Russia’s greatest empress met her end? If you are still repeating the infamous stallion myth, you have fallen hook, line, and sinker for 18th-century wartime propaganda.</p><p><br></p><p>In this special episode of <strong>History Rage</strong>, host Paul Bavill sits down with the brilliant <strong>Professor Kate Williams</strong> to completely dismantle the pervasive, malicious lies built to tear down powerful women in history. From Cleopatra being branded a mere \"seductress\" to Marie Antoinette's alleged scandals, powerful women have always faced intensely gendered character assassinations.</p><p><br></p><p>But Catherine the Great took the brunt of it.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Learn in This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The Cold Hard Truth:</strong> Exactly how Catherine the Great actually died (peacefully in her bed at age 67 from a stroke!).</li><li><strong>The Origin of the Lie:</strong> How her British, French, and Polish enemies weaponized satirical gossip to reduce a massive global superpower to a monstrous joke.</li><li><strong>The Real Legacy:</strong> Why Catherine was actually a groundbreaking vaccine pioneer, a champion of state education, and a builder of public health infrastructure.</li><li><strong>Despot vs. Democrat:</strong> The fascinating dichotomy of an absolute ruler who implemented policies we now associate with modern democracies.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Stop letting 300-year-old \"banter\" dictate historical fact. It is time to respect one of Russia's most successful monarchs for her sharp political mind rather than a fabricated bedroom scandal.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hear More From Kate Williams</strong></p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>Grab the Book:</strong> Unpack the full history of how the images imposed on queens become all-consuming. Buy Kate's latest book, <em>Regina: A New History of Women and Power</em>, directly from the History Rage Bookshop: <a href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10120/9781474621359\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10120/9781474621359</a></p><p>·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong>See Her Live:</strong> Kate will be speaking at the <strong>Chalke History Festival</strong> on Thursday, 25th June at 2:00 PM. Secure your spot and buy tickets now at the Chalke Festival Official Website: <a href=\"https://www.chalkefestival.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.chalkefestival.com/</a></p><ul><li><strong>Connect:</strong> Follow Professor Kate Williams on social media for more historical insights on social media at @KateWilliamsme</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Recommended Episodes to Catch Next</strong></p><p>If this deep dive into historical misrepresentation got your blood boiling, check out these related episodes:</p><ul><li><strong>Episode 232:</strong> Elizabeth Norton rages about the Queens Regnant.</li><li><strong>Episode 199:</strong> Una McIlvenna rages the truth about Catherine de Medici.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Support History Rage &amp; Join the Revolution!</strong></p><p>Loved this episode? Help us keep the rage alive and access exclusive perks:</p><ul><li><strong>Patreon:</strong> Support the podcast for just £5 a month to get entry into our monthly book draw, invite privileges for future guest Q&amp;As, access to monthly live streams, and the highly coveted History Rage Mug! Join the inner circle at <a href=\"https://www.patreon.com/historyrage\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.patreon.com/historyrage</a></li><li><strong>Follow Us:</strong> Stay updated on all future rages by following the show on your favorite podcast platform.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>Stay angry!</em></p>","author_name":"Paul Bavill"}