Episode 332 - Catherine de Medici: Queen, Regent, and the Myths That Haunt Her with Dr Mary Hollingsworth

In this episode, host Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Mary Hollingsworth about the life of Catherine de' Medici. They explore her Italian roots and convent upbringing, her marriage to Henry II, regency for her sons, and efforts to navigate the Wars of Religion. They discuss Catherine's cultural patronage, her complex relationships with contemporaries like Elizabeth I, and the origins of her notorious reputation, including the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre. Visit Dr Hollingsworth's official website Learn more about the sponsor of this episode, Simply Tudor Tours Find out more about your host at Support Talking Tudors on Patreon !

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Episode 332 - Catherine de Medici: Queen, Regent, and the Myths That Haunt Her with Dr Mary Hollingsworth is an episode from Talking Tudors by Natalie Grueninger.

This episode is 31:53 long.

This episode was published on Jan 24, 2026.

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