
Episode 194
Who Really Was Boudica?
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society · History Hit
February 27, 202441m 28sExplicit
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Show Notes
<p>She's the warrior queen who took on the mighty Roman Empire, but who really was Boudica?</p><br><p>Separating facts from the myths we've read can be tricky, but thankfully Kate is joined by the wonderful Emma Southon, author of <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.co.uk/books/A-History-of-the-Roman-Empire-in-21-Women/Emma-Southon/9780861542314" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A History of the Roman Empire in 21 Women</a>, to find out the truth and explore our most reliable sources.</p><br><p>What happened when Boudica launched a surprise attack on the Roman headquarters in England? What is her legacy? And why has her story come in and out of favour through the ages?</p><br><p>This episode was edited and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.</p><br><p>Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. </p><br><p>Get a subscription for £1 per month for 3 months with code BETWIXT sign up at <a href="https://historyhit/subscription/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://historyhit/subscription/</a></p><br><p>You can take part in our listener survey <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/6FFT7MK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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