Ep. 25: The Duchess of Devonshire

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The Queen's Silk

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We study women who changed history or are changing history and the men who helped them do so. Come learn with us as we tell stories, roast historical figures, and look at the impact women have had on different generations and cultures! Our goal is to find patterns of excellence that we can apply to make our own difference in the world! Learn more at thequeenssilkpodcast.com or follow us on Instagram @queenssilkpodcast

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Ep. 25: The Duchess of Devonshire

The Queen's Silk

59 minutes 56 seconds

1 year ago

Ep. 25: The Duchess of Devonshire

Georgiana Spencer was one of the first influencers in the late 1700s, setting social fashions, hosting amazing parties, creating political spectacles, and, at one point, had more influence over the British Parliament than the prime minister or the prince of Wales.

She was also, at one point, $36,000,000 dollars in debt. So... let's talk about how to avoid that.

Biography: The Duchess by Amanda Foreman

Music: The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, by George Friedric Handel