Show Notes
We’re back for part 2 in our Caroline of Brunswick series—and the drama only escalates.
After her disastrous marriage to George IV, Caroline becomes Britain’s ultimate “people’s princess” while her husband doubles down on being the worst.
In this episode, we cover the birth of Princess Charlotte, George IV’s infamous will, and how Regency-era tabloids fueled Caroline’s rise in public support. From palace spying and a toxic court to her separation and new independent life, Caroline refuses to stay quiet.
It’s messy, dramatic, and completely unfair—and somehow, the public never stops rooting for her.
Time stamps:
00:00 Cold Open Banter
01:21 Caroline of Brunswick & George IV Marriage Recap
02:11 Birth of Princess Charlotte of Wales
03:37 George IV’s Infamous Will & Treatment of Caroline
10:03 Caroline & George IV Separation Explained
11:29 Caroline’s Independent Life & Affair Rumors
14:22 Who Was William Austin? Royal Baby Scandal
14:57 Lady Douglas Feud & Royal Gossip Escalates
20:26 The Delicate Investigation Explained
23:27 Regency Era Begins: George IV Takes Power
27:18 Death of Princess Charlotte (1817 Tragedy)
28:22 Adultery Trial Fallout
31:55 George IV Coronation Drama & Caroline Snub
38:47 Caroline of Brunswick Death & Final Days
41:50 Funeral Riots Legacy
44:08 George IV Reputation
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