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Henry VIII's Descent into Darkness
Was he a monster, or fulfilling what was expected of a king?
He's known as one of history's most murderous kings, but was he always a monster? Or was he acting in ways expected of a king during his time.
Joining Anthony as special guest co-host is author and historian Gareth Russell, to explore the theories that support the latter.
Did the break from Rome set him off on a violent spiral? Did a fall from a horse in a jousting tournament really start his descent into darkness?! Or is there just no justifying what he did?
Edited by Hannah Feodorov and Anna Brant. Produced by Stuart Beckwith.
All music from Epidemic Sounds.
After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds & the Paranormal is a History Hit podcast.
