History, Books & Wine Podcast
Episodes
The Romance of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we're sharing with you a bit of history about the romance between Queen Elizabeth the II and Prince Philip so let’s po...
Pretty Evil New York with Elizabeth Kerri Mahon
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elizabeth Kerri Mahon shares her knowledge of infamous women in history in the Empire State (New York.)Have history, book or wine question you want us...
Famous Dance Partners Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers with Holley Snaith
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Holley Snaith. On this episode we’re going to talk about famous dance partners Fred Astaire and...
The Perilous Politics of the American Revolution with Eli Merritt
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Eli shares the perilous politics surrounding the founding of the United States during and after the American Revolution.Have history, book or wine que...
Ancient Artifacts and Women's Suffrage with Evie Dunmore
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Evie Dunmore. On this episode we’re going to talk about ancient artifacts and women’s suffrag...
The Women of Troy with A.D. Rhine
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re excited to have two guests joining us – Ashlee and Danielle, who write together as AD Rhine. On this episode we’re going to talk abo...
Post WWII New York City, Holocaust Survivors and the Ballet with Martha Anne Toll
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we’re going to talk about post WWII New York, survivors of the holocaust and the ballet with guest author Martha Anne Toll.Paired th...
Nineteenth Century and Post World War II in Paris with Aimie K. Runyan
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aimie shares her knowledge of nineteenth century and post World War II Paris.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future sho...
Sixteenth Century Scotland, Harvest Festivals, and Warring Clans with E. Elizabeth Watson
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
E. Elizabeth Watson shares her knowledge of sixteenth century Scotland, harvest festivals, and warring Highland clans. Have history, book or wine ques...
Elizabeth II's Service During WWII
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's happy hour, Eliza discusses the fascinating history behind Queen Elizabeth II’s service during WWII.Paired this episode with:Lori: F...
How Madame Pommery Changed the Champagne Industry with Rebecca Rosenberg
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rebecca shares the legacy of a mother and widow, who against monumental odds, changed the champagne industry.Have history, book or wine question you w...
Women in the Medical Field in the 20th Century with Janis Daly
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we’re going to talk about “New Women” of the 20th century who were educated, career-minded and independent, and in particular wo...
Haunted History Happy Hour - Gettysburg and Myrtles Plantation
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Eliza and Lori as we dive into two of the most haunted destinations in the United States, Gettysburg and the Myrtles Plantation.Have history, boo...
Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I, the Mother and Daughter Who Forever Changed British History with Guest Tracy Borman
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining us on this episode is England’s joint Chief Curator of Historic Royal Palaces and Chief Executive of the Heritage Education Trust, and accla...
Gobekli Tepe: The World's Oldest Temple
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Eliza and Lori as we discuss on of the places on Lori's Historical Holiday Bucket List: Gobekli Tepe.Have history, book or wine question you...
Italian Renaissance, Art, and Murder with Rob Samborn
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we’re going to talk about Italy, the Italian Renaissance, art and a historical murder with guest author Rob Samborn.Have history, bo...
Designer Dresses, Historical Conservation, and Speakeasies with Noelle Salazar
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Noelle takes us back into the roaring twenties to discuss fashion design conservation of historic costumes.Have history, book or wine question you wan...
Art Theft, Forgery and Restoration During WWII with Bryn Turnbull
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we’re going to talk about art theft, art forgery and art restoration in Nazi-occupied Paris during WWII with guest author, Bryn Turn...
The Librarians Who Protected Books During WWII with Madeline Martin
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we’re going to talk about librarians who tried to protect banned books and ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances during...
The 1930s Jazz Era to the Great Depression and Civil Rights Movement With Monica Chenault-Kilgore
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we’re going to talk about the jazz era in Cincinnati and Chicago, the Great Depression and the Civil Rights movement with Monica Che...
Fun Facts About Yellowstone National Park and the Irish Prison, Kilmainham
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Eliza and Lori on our season three opener where we share five fun facts about the historic places we visited this summer, Yellowstone National Pa...
Starring Adele Astaire Release Party and Fun Facts!
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re excited to be hearing from our very own, Eliza Knight as we celebrate the release of Starring Adele Astaire. On this episode we’re goi...
Our Favorite Period Historicals Happy Hour with Guests Madeline Martin and Brenna Ash
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Eliza and Lori on our annual retreat with Brenna and Madeline as we discuss what we love about our favorite historical dramas.Have history, book ...
Historian and Writer Holley Snaith Chats With Us About Marilyn Monroe
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re excited to have a guest historian and writer joining us – Holley Snaith. On this episode we’re going to talk about the legendary silver sc...
A Glimpse Into the Life of the Tiffany Girls with Guest, Shelley Noble
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shelley Noble takes us on a journey into the Tiffany glass factory in New York.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future s...
Archeology, Cowboys and Highlanders with E. Elizabeth Watson
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
E. Elizabeth Watson joins Eliza and Lori for a chat about archeology, cowboys and highlanders.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answe...
Stephanie Dray Discusses The Women of Chateau Lafeyette
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Stephanie Dray. On this episode we’re going to talk about the Chateau Lafeyette in France and t...
Food Rationing During WWII And Digging for Victory
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we're sharing with you a bit of history about food rationing during WWII and digging for victory -– we’re excited to share, s...
Secret Pro-Abolitionist Meetings, Regency High Jinks and Love Matches with Vanessa Riley
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vanessa Riley joins Eliza and Lori for a chat about the Regency Era.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a future show?Email u...
The Rat Pack - Singers/Performers/Actors Who Entertained a Generation
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Rat Pack was a group of singers/performers/comedians from the 1950s and 60s. They had a fondness for martinis and were good friends and often part...
Queen Elizabeth's Coronation with Guest Author Jennifer Robson
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jennifer Robson, author of CORONATION YEAR joins us for a happy hour chat about Queen Elizabeth II's coronation.Have history, book or wine questi...
Speakeasies and the Prohibition Era
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a fun happy hour chat about speakeasies and the prohibition era in the U.S.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a ...
Mary Wollstonecraft and Mary Shelley with Stephanie Marie Thornton
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie Marie Thornton joins Eliza and Lori for a chat about the revolutionary mother, Mary Wollstonecraft and her famous daughter, Mary Shelley .Ha...
The Titanic: The Millionaire's Ship and How It Sank
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
April 15, 1912, the Titanic sank in 180 minutes. Learn about the tragedy and discover what triggered the awful events of that fateful night.Have histo...
Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner with Guest Heather Webb
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us today with guest author Heather Webb as she shares some fun facts about Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner!Have history, book or wine question you ...
The Astaires: The Dynamic Brother and Sister Dance Stars
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today I’m going to be sharing with you a bit of history about Fred and Adele Astaire, the famous dancing siblings. Before Fred was paired with Ginge...
Early Twentieth Century Singapore with Alison Stuart
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alison Stuart joins us to talk about Singaporean culture in the early twentieth century and drawing character inspiration from real life people.Have h...
The Chicago Mafia, Al Capone, Bugs Moran, and the St. Valentine's Day Massacre
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey explores mob life during Prohibition 1920s in Chicago .Paired this episode with:Lori: High Ball (traditionally made with ginger ale ...
Guest Author Christine Wells and the Real Miss Moneypenny
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christine Wells joins Eliza and Lori for a fun chat about the real Miss Moneypenny -- hello spies and James Bond!Have history, book or wine question y...
Scottish Women Rebels & Spies During the Jacobite Rebellion
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Eliza chats with Lori about the women rebels during the Jacobite rebellion in Scotland, and Bonnie Prince Charlie.Paired with this ep...
Conflicts on the English/Scottish Border and William Wallace With Guest: Cecelia Mecca
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cecelia Mecca joins us to talk about the beginning of the Scottish Wars of Independence, William Wallace, and Edward I of England.Have history, book o...
Holocaust Remembrance and the Violins of Hope
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey shares the meaning of the Yellow Candle, history of Holocaust Remembrance and the beginnings of the Violins of Hope.Have history, book...
Bryn Turnbull Chats With Us About the Harrowing Last Days of the Romanovs
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – Canadian author Bryn Turnbull. On this episode we’re going to talk about the eldest daughter of...
Sylvia Beach: A Famous Paris Bookshop and the Literary Giants Who Frequented Its Shelves with Kerri Maher
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a happy hour chat with Kerri Maher as we talk about Paris, bookshops and books! Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer ...
Escape to Medieval Scotland with Guest Brenna Ash
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, guest author, Brenna Ash, takes us back in time to medieval Scotland!This episode was paired with:Brenna - Robert Mondavi, Pi...
How People Stayed Warm in the Winter in the Olden Days
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Eliza is chatting with Lori about how people in the past stayed warm and didn’t freeze to death in frigid weather -– we’re excit...
Spies and Printing Presses in Wartime France and Portugal with Madeline Martin
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for a happy hour reunion with New York Times Bestselling author, Madeline Martin, as she gives us all the details of World War II life in th...
St. Nicholas Day and the History of Santa Claus
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey takes us on a sleigh ride into the history of St. Nicholas and how he became the figure we recognize as Santa Claus.Have history, book...
The History of Photography and the Berlin Olympics in 1936
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, guest author Lecia Cornwall joins us for a happy hour chat about the history of photography, the Berlin Olympics and how Hitler attem...
Balmoral Castle and Prince Albert's Pyramid Built by Queen Victoria
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Eliza chats with Lori about Balmoral Castle in Scotland and Prince Albert's Pyramid built by Queen Victoria, along with some fu...
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse with Heather McCollum
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Author of Highland Conquest, Heather McCollum joins us to discuss feuding clans, marriage bargains gone wrong and the Scottish clearances.Have history...
Historical Tyrant - Hitler's Beer Hall Putsch
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey dives into Hitler's failed coup and how it ultimately helped him cement his place in the Nazi party.Have history, book or wine qu...
Brides Schools in Germany During WWII with Guest Author Aimie K. Runyan
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re excited to have a guest joining us – author Aimie K. Runyan. On this episode we’ll be talking about WWII and the horrifying Nazi bri...
Haunted History Happy Hour -- Slains Castle in Scotland
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're back for another Haunted History Happy Hour. Eliza Knight is taking us on a journey back in time to New Slains Castle in Scotland and...
Life on Medieval Borderlands - Guest Author - Kathryn Le Veque
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Author of BattleWolfe, Kathryn Le Veque joins us to discuss the Scottish/English border and the daily life of medieval knights.Have history, book or w...
Haunted History - LaLaurie Mansion in New Orleans
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey takes us down to the bayou with horrific tales of cruelty centered around the famous haunted house of horrors in The Big Easy.Have his...
The Cataclysmic Great Fire of London and a Disgusting Beauty Regimen with Guest Evie Hawtrey
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week Eliza and Lori are pouring a glass of vino and diving into the cataclysmic Great Fire of London in 1666 along with some interesting fun fact...
The Scandalous Mitfords: Socialites, Nazis, Communists, Oh My with Eliza Knight
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week Eliza Knight is pouring a glass of vino and diving into the Scandalous Mitford family past… This wild family of seven siblings were consta...
A Naughty Rebel Princess - Guest Author - Georgie Blalock
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Author of An Indiscreet Princess joins us for an intimate chat on the royal family.Have history, book or wine question you want us to answer in a futu...
The Coronation Stone, aka The Stone of Destiny with Lori Ann Bailey
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey gives us the details on the legends and significance surrounding one of Scotland's greatest treasures.Have history, book or wine ...
Happy Hour: Our Obsession with Genealogy!
06 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 2 of History, Books and Wine. We’re your hosts, Lori Ann Bailey and Eliza Knight – we love sharing, so pour a glass of vino and ...
Lori Ann Bailey Shines Light on Hanukkah, the "Festival of Lights."
05 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey Shares the History of Hanukkah, Chanukah, Hanuka. - Any way you spell it (and they're all right), it's still the miracle of ...
The Hot Mess Episode of Death, Taxes, and Syphilis
21 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight, and Madeline Martin don't have time to prep for our podcast? You get the hot mess episode of wha...
A Wicked Storm Leads a Superstitious King Lead to a Brutal Witch Hunt -- with Eliza Knight
07 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 36! What did Shakespeare, a sieve, a tempest, seventy witches and King James VI of Scotland have in common? Dive into the brutal hi...
Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble - Lori Ann Bailey analyzes the Pendle Witch Trials.
10 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 34 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, as she kicks of our segment on witch trials. Lori dives into the dynamics of the reli...
Tonight's Happy Hour Special is... TORTURE!
26 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
For the past three weeks we've been discussing the taboo topic of torture, and our theme comes to a close in this month’s Happy Hour. Lori Ann ...
Madeline Martin Brings on The Torture - Medieval Style!
19 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Madeline brings on the torture in this segment on the brazen bull, keelhauling and the various, terrible ways one could be impaled. Have history, b...
Lori Ann Bailey gives the gruesome details on Chinese Water Torture, The Wheel, and Foot Binding.
12 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 31 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, as she explores torture for information, punishment, and beauty. Does Chinese water t...
Medieval Torture was a Real Pain in the... with Eliza Knight
05 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 30! Take a deep breath and get ready to dig into this month's exciting topic--TORTURE! Eliza starts us off with three breathta...
Why We Would Make Horrible Spies
29 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This month’s Happy Hour with Lori Ann Baily, Eliza Knight and Madeline Martin delves into the nitty gritty of spy work…and why we would be terribl...
Lori Ann Bailey explores the life of Casanova - lover, musician, scholar, con-artist, and SPY!
22 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 28 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, as she dives into the tumultuous life of Giacomo Casanova. Have history, book or win...
Madeline Martin Spying on Spies with Mata Hari
15 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Madeline Martin delves into Mata Hari’s life - from potential kindergarten teacher to exotic dancer to spy!Have history, book or wine question you w...
Eliza Presents Grace Elliott "Daly the Tall" -- A Courtesan With a Talent for Spying
08 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 26! Are you ready to get your spy on? On today's show, Eliza Knight dives into the mysterious history of the lovely Scotswom...
Historical Happy Hour with Madeline, Eliza, and Lori on Handbags, Wigs, and Belts, Oh My...
01 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight, and Madeline Martin share everything the fashionable medieval person needed to accessorize, protect their head, and car...
Stepping into the Shoes of History with Eliza Knight
25 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 24! On today's show, Eliza Knight walks us through the shoes of history from the paleolithic era to the 19th century! Find out...
Lori Ann Bailey guides us through man/womankind's love of personal adornments - JEWELRY.
18 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 23 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, who takes us on a tour of the history of personal adornments, wedding rings, and mour...
Madeline Martin Doffs Her Cap to The History of Hats
11 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Madeline Martin goes mad on hats for you! Learn what syphilis has to do with hats, what kind of a statement the first top hat made and just how tall t...
A Celebratory Happy Hour Recognizing Amazing Women in American History
04 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight and Madeline Martin kick off this 4thof July with talking about incredible women in our American history! Listen to find...
Lori Ann Bailey Shares Her Knowledge of "The Maid of Orleans" - Joan of Arc
27 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 20 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, who will be sharing the history of Joan of Arc and how she became a saint. Have hist...
Madeline Martin Walks the Wild Side with Grace O'Malley
20 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Madeline Martin is introducing you to the famed pirate, Grace O’Malley, whose story is filled with rebellion, betrayal…and a tidbit about a lace h...
Eliza Knight Shares the Struggle of the Queen of All Warrior Queens -- Boudica
13 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Episode 18 with your host, Eliza Knight who leaps back into ancient Britain, bringing to life Queen Boudica, a woman who is still to this d...
It's Wine O'Clock! Eliza, Lori & Madeline share historical tidbits & fun facts about wine!
06 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. Are you ready to learn all about the history of wine, and th...
Lori Ann Bailey Wets Your Whistle With Everything You Need To Know About Whisky
30 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 16 with your host this week, Lori Ann Bailey, who will be sharing the history of whisky along with some fun facts and examples of h...
Brewing Up Some Beer History with Madeline Martin
23 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 15 with your host this week, Madeline Martin who will be sharing the history of beer and ale (and what the difference between those...
Get Your Liquor Knowledge on With Eliza!
16 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 14 with your host Eliza Knight who is talking about all things liquor--and may just get you saying "time for a trip to the spi...
Lori Ann Bailey, Eliza Knight, and Madeline Martin Share Their Knowledge of Historical Hygiene From Their Annual Retreat On Cape Fear River
09 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. Go on a behind the scenes tour of our annual writing retreat...
Lori Ann Bailey Takes Us On A Tour Of A Medieval Kitchen
02 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 12 with your host Lori Ann Bailey, who is exploring the medieval kitchen, cooking and what people ate in the middle ages versus wha...
Madeline Martin goes medieval on medicine
25 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 11 with your host this week, Madeline Martin who is discussing health in the medieval period, including staggering life expectancy ...
Digging into Dirt with Eliza -- AKA How to Clean a Medieval Castle
18 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 10 with your host Eliza Knight who is digging into the medieval dirt--literally--this week with how to clean your medieval castle. ...
Happy Hour with Historical Figures and a Historical Fact True False Drinking Game
10 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. Learn a little more about some famous figures in history and...
Lori Ann Bailey Gets Serious About Mary, Queen of Scots, and Robert the Bruce - Scottish Royalty and Scandals
04 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Lori Ann Bailey discusses two of the most fascinating and controversial people in Scottish history: Mary, Queen of Scots and Robert th...
Madeline Martin Goes History Happy on Henry VIII and Catherine the Great
27 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Madeline Martin goes full-on history nerd, talking about two of the most fascinating people in history (to her): Henry VIII (with info...
Step Back in Time with Eliza to chat about Elizabeth I of England and Legendary Scottish Warrior William Wallace
21 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Eliza Knight talks about two amazing historical figures: Elizabeth I of England and William Wallace of Scotland, including fun facts, ...
Happy Hour -- Our Top 5 (x3!) Favorite Places and Fun Memories from Scotland
13 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. The ladies share their top five favorite places/things/memor...
Lori Ann Bailey Chats About Her Favorite Places in Scotland
07 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s host is Lori Ann Bailey. She talks about four amazing places in Scotland, their history and a few fun facts: Eilean Donan Castle, Achnacarry...
Madeline Martin Talks Scottish Castles
27 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s host is Madeline Martin, discussing her travels in Scotland with castle history and how many times she’s fallen or almost fallen at castle...
Eliza Dishes on Scottish Castles and a Haunted Underground
20 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s host is Eliza Knight, talking about four amazing places in Scotland, their history and a few fun facts: Dunrobin Castle, Dunnottar Castle, C...
Happy Hour -- History of Valentine's Day
07 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Happy Hour with your hosts, Eliza Knight, Madeline Martin and Lori Ann Bailey. The three authors talk about the history behind Valentine&ap...