A History Of Royal Scandals Season 2, Episode 1: Murder

Sex

Suzannah reveals how the multiple-partner sexual shenanigans of the Georgian court helped to fuel the newly formed British tabloids. And was 13-year-old King James VI of Scotland groomed by his uncle?

45 min

Witchcraft

Suzannah explores the complex connection between British royalty and witchcraft. How did Elizabeth I try to predict the future? And why was a Scottish (and later British) king so terrified of sorcery?

45 min

Crime

Suzannah delves deep into how members of the British royal family have been both victims and perpetrators of criminal acts. Did Henry VIII manipulate the law to convict two of his wives of treason?

45 min

Affairs

Suzannah Lipscomb uncovers some historic royal affairs that shocked the public or were hidden away to avoid an outcry. She investigates how an affair between a royal prince and a famous actor shocked Georgian society and led to a barrage of negative press and 10 illegitimate children. She also learns how Queen Elizabeth I's stepfather would enter her bedroom semi-naked

45 min

Money