Normal Women

Philippa Gregory

Philippa Gregory’s Normal Women is a new podcast from HarperCollins, launched to coincide with the publication of this landmark work of scholarship and storytelling, from celebrated novelist and historian Philippa Gregory. Normal Women is a radical retelling of our nation’s story – not of the rise and fall of kings and the occasional queen – but of social and cultural change, powered by the determination, persistence and effectiveness of women– from 1066 to modern times. Read more

Society & Culture History Documentary British history

Episodes

8. Normal women...are married, divorced and single

12/14/2023 54:257. Normal women...are beyond definition

12/07/2023 52:47 6. Normal Women...are a weaker vessel

11/30/2023 51:275. Normal Women...think about rape

11/23/2023 49:374. Normal Women...are underpaid

11/16/2023 46:05 Show all episodes

Our take on Normal Women podcast

Normal Women is a weekly podcast hosted by acclaimed English novelist Philippa Gregory. Known for her historical fiction, Gregory now turns her attention to the untold stories of ordinary women who have shaped British history. The podcast is a refreshing departure from the male-dominated narratives, focusing instead on the resilience and influence of women from various eras. From anti-slavery campaigners to women rebels, Gregory brings to life the stories of these heroines, often overlooked in traditional historical accounts. Each 45-minute episode features lively discussions with historians and guests who offer modern perspectives on historical themes. Normal Women is a history podcast by Philippa Gregory.