In this episode, we are getting to know Livia Drusilla, one of Rome’s most powerful and influential women. Livia’s life began with a solid Roman foundation, but little did anyone know that she was destined to become a woman whose name would echo through history.
In this episodes, we'll go from her birth right up to her scandalous second marriage.
We'll also re-visit some old Roman besties, Julius Caesar, Marc Antony and Octavian aka Augustus!
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Content Warning
01:14 Ancient Rome and Livia Drusilla
03:48 Patreon Shoutouts and Cocktail Talk
04:23 Livia's Birth and Early Life
06:56 Marriage and Family Dynamics
16:06 Livia's First Marriage
26:10 The Perils of Fleeing Rome
28:54 Life on the Run: The Harsh Realities
31:38 Return to Rome and New Beginnings
35:40 Meeting Octavian: A New Chapter
39:13 The Scandalous Union of Livia and Octavian
44:39 Octavia vs. Cleopatra: Role Models and Rivals
50:33 Conclusion: Livia's Future Unfolds
Sources:
The Exploress
The Other Half podcast
Wikipedia
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55:31
History's Mysteries: Catherine of Aragon + Arthur Tudor
According to Catherine of Aragon, her and her first husband Arthur never umm... went all the way. But so many have questioned her on that. So, we decided to settle it once and for all. Ask the cards!
Join us and our resident psychic Tandy for our fourth installment of History's Mysteries! This episode is really insightful and we think y'all will love it!
Also, if y'all want to join Tandy's Magical Mentoring, head here: www.unicornwellnessstudio.com/springgmm
Time stamps:
00:33 Introducing the Resident Psychic, Tandy and discussion of previous episodes
5:25 We tell Tandy about the life of Catherine of Aragon
16:30 Tandy pulls her first card
24:45 Catherine of Aragon's Struggles and Determination
26:44 The Nine of Pentacles: Family and Legacy
27:45 Courtroom Drama and Feminist Empowerment
35:28 The Magician Card: Manifesting Destiny
38:44 Catherine's Integrity and Legacy
42:44 Reflections and Final Thoughts
Instagram: @tandy_gutierrez
Unicorn Wellness Studio: https://www.unicornwellnessstudio.com/
Magical Mentoring: Spring 2025
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53:24
Olympe de Gouges
In this episode, we delve into the life and legacy of Olympe de Gouges, an often forgotten, yet really remarkable, player in the French Revolution.
Olympe was a playwright, activist, advocate and so much more. She's most famous for her
Declaration of the Rights of Woman and of the Female Citizen and her tragic end, but her story is so much more. We hope you love her as much as we do!
Timestamps:
00:37 New Year, New Queens!
02:16 Introducing Olympe de Gouges
04:56 Early Life and Family Background
12:40 Marriage and Motherhood
15:44 Rebranding and Moving to Paris
27:23 The Controversial Novel: Madame de Valmont's Memoir
30:35 The Happy Shipwreck: A Play Against Slavery
34:59 Olympe's Feminist Work and the Declaration of Women's Rights
37:31 The French Revolution
44:42 Arrest and Trial: The Reign of Terror
49:42 Legacy and Resurgence of Olympe de Gouges
Some sources:
Read her novel online: https://olympedegouges.eu/docs/memoir-de-madame-valmont.pdf
Stuff you missed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2LeUw4FN8E
https://thenewhistoria.org/schema/olympe-de-gouges/
https://www.yourdictionary.com/articles/french-revolution-timeline-overview
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57:06
Betty White: Christmas Rerun
In this rerun from 2022, we are talking about the life and times of America's Sweetheart, Betty White!
Betty's legacy is huge. Today we're going to discuss her remarkable career, from her early days to becoming a beloved TV icon through shows like The Golden Girls. We chat about her achievements, advocacy, and personal life, including her marriage to Allen Ludden. We'll also discuss her lifelong love of animals and her late-life resurgence as a cultural icon. The episode celebrates Betty White's immense contribution to entertainment and her enduring legacy as a cherished public figure.
Some great sources for this episode:
Her Book
Her Netflix documentary
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/31/arts/television/betty-white-dead.html
https://www.csmonitor.com/From-the-news-wires/2010/0507/Thanks-to-grassroots-Facebook-campaign-actress-Betty-White-to-host-Saturday-Night-Live
https://www.fs.usda.gov/news/releases/forest-service-makes-actress-betty-white-honorary-ranger
https://www.washingtonblade.com/2021/12/31/longtime-lgbtq-ally-betty-white-has-died-at-99/
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Elizabet Taylor part 3
Elizabeth Taylor: Diamonds, Drama, and Dedication
In this episode of Queen's Podcast, we conclude our three-part series on Elizabeth Taylor, highlighting her extravagant lifestyle, tumultuous relationships, and significant contributions to AIDS research. The discussion spans her illustrious film career, iconic jewelry collection, passionate marriages (especially with Richard Burton), and later life focused on philanthropy. We hope y'all love her as much as we do!
Time stamps:
00:59 Elizabeth Taylor's Marriages and Family
03:53 Extravagant Lifestyle and Generosity
06:56 The Famous Krupp Diamond
12:17 The Taylor-Burton Diamond
15:34 Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf
26:37 Life After Richard Burton
32:28 The Campaign Trail and Political Life
34:17 Struggles with Depression and Weight
37:32 Broadway Success and Reunion with Richard Burton
39:11 Intervention and Rehab Journey
43:21 AIDS Activism and Philanthropy
55:09 Final Years and Legacy
Some sources:
Vanity Fair article about Elizabeth & Richard's relationship
Diamonds!
Love Letters
Weight scrutiny
Barbara Walters interview with John Warner
Her intervention
Vanity Fair- Elizabeth & AIDS
Our patreon episode on the AIDS & the Reagan administration
This episode is sponsored by Quince. Go to Quince.com/queenspod to get free shipping and 365 day returns!
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