Margaret Beaufort, The Original Tudor Icon
From Vulgar History: Tudors by Vulgar History | Realm
March 11, 2026 · 1h 4m
About this episode
Lauren Johnson discusses the life of Margaret Beaufort and dispels myths surrounding her character.
Margaret Beaufort was one of the most important women in Medieval England. Her story has been twisted to make her a villain, even a murderer, but who was she really? Lauren Johnson joins us to discuss Margaret Beaufort's remarkable life - and bust some of the most pervasive myths about her. Learn more in Lauren's new book Margaret Beaufort: Survivor, Rebel, Kingmaker. Buy Margaret Beaufort: Survivor, Rebel, Kingmaker (affiliate link) — RSVP for the upcoming Vulgar History in-person event in London! — Buy a copy of Ann's book Rebel of the Regency — Get 15% off all the gorgeous jewellery and accessories at common.era.com/vulgar or go to commonera.com and use code VULGAR at checkout — Get Vulgar History merch at vulgarhistory.com/store (best for US shipping) and…
People in this episode
Host: Ann
Guest: Lauren Johnson
Topics covered
- Margaret Beaufort
- Tudor history
- Medieval England
- women in history
Keywords
- Tudor icon
- historical myths
- kingmaker
Sponsors
Common Era, Vulgar History Merch
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Margaret Beaufort: Survivor, Rebel, Kingmaker, Rebel of the Regency
Books & works: Margaret Beaufort: Survivor, Rebel, Kingmaker, Vulgar History, Rebel of the Regency
Places: England, London, US
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