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334. Tudor Propaganda? The Yorkists Got There First with Nathen Amin | Gloucester History Festival LIVE

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Show Notes

Did the Tudors really invent medieval fake news, or did the Yorkists get there first?

When we think of historical spin, Tudor propaganda usually takes centre stage. But host Paul Bavill sits down live at the Gloucester History Festival with acclaimed medieval historian and author Nathen Amin (House of Beaufort, Son of Prophecy) to completely shatter this dynastic myth.

In this fiery live session, Nathen exposes how Henry VII was simply a student of the game, adopting the very political playbook created by the House of York. From medieval Photoshop on parchment rolls and character assassination against Margaret of Anjou to the destruction of parliamentary records, discover how the Yorkists pioneered every trick in the book long before the Tudors ever claimed the throne.

Digital Passes & Festival Information Nathen Amin appeared as part of the Gloucester History Festival. Digital passes to catch up on other talks from the festival can be purchased online at https://www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk.

Recommended History Rage Episodes If you enjoyed this deep dive into medieval politics, check out these related episodes: Episode 79: Richard III Fanatics with Nathen Amin – Nathen's famous first appearance unleashing his rage on Ricardian myths. Episode 137: Nathen rages that Henry VII should not be the Tudor nobody talks about

Guest Info & Books Follow Nathen Amin and order his books: Website / Books: Find Son of Prophecy, and more at https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10120/9781398133525 X (Twitter): https://x.com/nathenamin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathenaminauthor

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