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Hosted by The History Mike · history · EN
Welcome to a deep dive into the rich and complex history of England and the UK. My goal is to teach, inform, and spark curiosity in listeners from all walks of life, whether you're a seasoned historian or someone just starting to explore the past. Through detailed storytelling, insightful analysis, and captivating narratives, each episode will transport you to pivotal moments in history—from the rise and fall of powerful monarchs to the political intrigues and battles that shaped a nation. If you have a passion for history or simply want to learn Listen to these amazing stories!
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to a deep dive into the rich and complex history of England and the UK. My goal is to teach, inform, and spark curiosity in listeners from all walks of life, whether you're a seasoned historian or someone just starting to explore the past.
The Lion & The Rose is hosted by The History Mike. The show has published 19 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Young Henry VIII" (23 September 2025, 23 minutes), "Richard Rich: The Courts Shadow" (17 July 2025, 51 minutes), and "When The Crown Hit The Dirt" (29 June 2025, 26 minutes).
The Lion & The Rose publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 26 minutes across 19 episodes.
Booking probability for The Lion & The Rose is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Lion & The Rose requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Lion & The Rose's contact route on record: public web form.
The History Mike hosts The Lion & The Rose, a history podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Episode #19
<p>Step back into the dawn of one of history’s most infamous reigns. In this episode, we explore the early years of Henry VIII, not the tyrant history often remembers, but the young, chivalric prince who inherited a...
Episode #18
<p>He betrayed a saint, tortured a rebel, and walked away from every regime he served… richer than ever. In this episode, we pull back the velvet curtain on Sir Richard Rich—arguably the most treacherous figure of the...
Episode #17
<p>January 24th, 1536 — the moment when a king hit the ground and England held its breath.</p><p>In this gripping episode of The Lion and the Rose, we unpack the infamous jousting accident that left Henry VIII...
Episode #16
<p>He was the golden boy of the Elizabethan court—handsome, headstrong, and dangerously entitled. Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex, rose fast on charm and royal favor, but fell harder than anyone before him. In this...
Episode #15
<p>You thought the scaffold was silent after last time? Think again.</p><p>In this follow-up to Heads Will Roll, we return to the blood-soaked stage of Tudor justice—where fear was policy and death was performance. This...
Episode #14
<p>Treason. Torture. Execution.<br>In this dark journey through Tudor England, we uncover the brutal machinery behind royal justice. From the rack to the axe, from Tower Green to Tyburn Tree—this episode explores how...
Episode #13
<p></p><p> Two princes. One tower. No answers.<br />In 1483, Edward V and his younger brother Richard, Duke of York, vanished behind the cold stone walls of the Tower of London—and were never seen again. Was it murder...
Episode #13
<p>He was Henry VIII’s closest friend, a fearless knight, and the only man daring enough to marry the king’s sister without permission. So how did Charles Brandon survive where so many others lost their heads? In this...
Episode #11
<p></p><p>🔥 NEW EPISODE – "The Spies Are Coming: Francis Walsingham & The Tudor Shadow War" 🔥</p><p>He wasn’t just a spymaster—he was England’s deadliest weapon. Francis Walsingham built a network of spies that...
Episode #10
<p></p><p>🎭 Was he England’s lost prince or the greatest con artist of the Tudor era?</p><p>In this episode of The Lion & The Rose, we unravel the unbelievable story of Perkin Warbeck—a Flemish merchant’s son who...
Episode #9
<p>The Tower of London—a fortress, a palace, and one of history’s most feared prisons. Few who entered ever left, but in 1597,Father John Gerard pulled off one of the mostdaring escapes in history.</p><p>A Jesuit priest...
<p>🏰 "The Downfall of Buckingham" 🔪<br>Edward Stafford, 3rd Duke of Buckingham, had everything: royal blood, immense wealth, and a grand vision for his legacy. But in the dangerous world of Henry VIII’s court...
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<p>🎙️ Episode Title: Pies, Pasties, and Pints: The History of British Foods 🥧🍻</p> <p>Dive into the delicious history of British cuisine with The Lion and the Rose! In this episode, we uncover the fascinating stories...
Episode #6
<p> </p> <p>Anne Boleyn: A name synonymous with ambition, intrigue, and tragedy. In this episode of The Lion and the Rose, we uncover the dramatic rise and fall of England's most infamous queen consort. From her love...
Episode #5
<p>🎶 Music in the Chaos: Power, Scandal, and Song in Henry VIII’s Court 🎶<br />Tudor England: a realm of power plays, scandal, and the constant march of ambition. But beneath the chaos of court intrigue and political...
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<p>Dive into The Lion & The Rose as we unravel The King’s Great Matter. Explore the explosive drama of Henry VIII's quest to sever ties with Katherine of Aragon, fueled by his obsession with a male heir. From Anne...
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<p> "Love, War, and Wolsey"</p> <p>✨ In this episode of The Lion and the Rose, dive into the early years of Henry VIII’s marriage to Katherine of Aragon, where romance and ambition ruled England. Henry’s jousting feats...
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<p> Before the infamous reign of Henry VIII, before the break with Rome and the whirlwind of marriages, there was a young prince groomed for greatness. In this episode of The Lion and the Rose, we delve into the early...
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<p>The Lion & The Rose Podcast Present:</p><p>Warwick The King Maker</p><p>In this gripping episode, we dive deep into the dramatic life of Richard Neville, the Earl of Warwick, better known as "The Kingmaker." From his...
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