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A History Of Royal Scandals
A History Of Royal Scandals: Season 2

Air Date

October 29, 2024

Episodes

6 episodes

A History Of Royal Scandals

Season 2

Episodes

1. Murder

October 29, 2024
47 min

Was the infamous disappearance of the Princes in the Tower a murder, or an attempt to discredit an overthrown king? And why was a bloody murder carried out in a Scottish royal palace?

2. Sex

November 5, 2024
45 min

Suzannah reveals how the multiple-partner sexual shenanigans of the Georgian court helped to fuel the newly formed British tabloids. And was 13-year-old King James VI of Scotland groomed by his uncle?

3. Witchcraft

November 12, 2024
45 min

Suzannah explores the complex connection between British royalty and witchcraft. How did Elizabeth I try to predict the future? And why was a Scottish (and later British) king so terrified of sorcery?

4. Crime

November 19, 2024
45 min

Suzannah delves deep into how members of the British royal family have been both victims and perpetrators of criminal acts. Did Henry VIII manipulate the law to convict two of his wives of treason?

5. Affairs

November 26, 2024
45 min

Suzannah Lipscomb uncovers some historic royal affairs that shocked the public or were hidden away to avoid an outcry. She investigates how an affair between a royal prince and a famous actor shocked Georgian society and led to a barrage of negative press and 10 illegitimate children. She also learns how Queen Elizabeth I's stepfather would enter her bedroom semi-naked

6. Money

December 3, 2024