In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Queen Elizabeth II, who served as the longest-reigning monarch in British history. Born in 1926, her path to the throne was unexpected, finalized only after the abdication of her uncle, Edward VIII, changed the line of succession. We trace her journey from a young princess serving in the Auxiliary Territorial Service during World War II to her accession in 1952 at the age of 25,.

Tune in as we discuss:

• A Transforming World: How Elizabeth II reigned as a constitutional monarch through the decolonization of Africa, the United Kingdom’s entry into and exit from the European Communities, and the evolution of the Commonwealth of Nations,.

• Personal Struggles: The challenges she faced during her "annus horribilis" in 1992 and the intense media s ...