Queens, Kings, and Dastardly Things

Royal Blind Dates (2)

25 min • 16 juli 2025

Which Royal blind date ended with the burning of six witches? Listen to find out!


In the second of two episodes, Royal historians Robert Hardman and Professor Kate Williams explore the often awkward and disastrous Royal first encounters. Discover which king ran from the room, demanding brandy when his blind date was revealed.  However, love is also in the air as Kate and Robert celebrate the truly remarkable and touching story of George III’s marriage.


And there’s also Robert’s confession: the cunning ruse he often used to get himself a date!


Hosts: Robert Hardman and Professor Kate Williams

Series Producer: Ben Devlin

Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini 

Executive Producer: Bella Soames



Hosts: Robert Hardman and Professor Kate Williams

Series Producer: Ben Devlin

Production Manager: Vittoria Cecchini 

Executive Producer: Bella Soames


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