Royally Screwed

di Denim Creek

A bi-weekly show exploring the greatest, worst, and craziest rulers throughout human history. How did a man trick his way into becoming a Russian Czar? Did Caligula actually wage war against the ocean? Was Alexander really that Great? Get your answers and learn about some lesser known rulers who you might learn to love or love to hate.

Episodi del podcast

  • Episode 85: Sic Semper Tyrannis

    Episode 85: Sic Semper Tyrannis

    This week on Royally Screwed, we’re finally bringing an end to the ongoing Julio-Claudian saga by discussing the death of Emperor Nero. How does this whole story come to a fiery end? And can we even be certain that's the truth? Either way, it's a story for the ages. Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Action rock_full” - Radio_Parma, “Vapour” - Osoku, “Mystery Garden” - Brendon Moeller, “A Snowflake’s Tale” - Howard Harper-Barnes Copyright 2024, Denim Creek Productions

  • Episode 84: The Fall of the House of Bourbon

    Episode 84: The Fall of the House of Bourbon

    This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, the last monarchs of France before the French Revolution. Was their reign actually disastrous enough to warrant a revolution, or is there more to this story than "Let them eat cake?" and guillotines? Also, was that phrase even spoken by Marie? Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Upbeat Stomp Rock” - Alexey Anisimov, “Coffeeshop Stories” - Almost Here, “12th Floor Party” - Jules Gaia, “Mysterious Package” - Kikoru, “In Next Life” - Uneasy, “Epic Cinematic Inspiration Piano” - Protraxx Copyright 2024, Denim Creek Productions

  • Episode 83: The Age of Elizabeth- Pt 2, God Save the Queen

    Episode 83: The Age of Elizabeth- Pt 2, God Save the Queen

    This week on Royally Screwed, we’re continuing to talk about the reign of Queen Elizabeth I of England. However, we'll mainly be following the story of Mary, Queen of Scots. With a strong position within the line of inheritance, Mary seemingly tried everything to oust Elizabeth and end up on the throne of England. How will Elizabeth deal with Mary's constant attacks, especially when it seems like the rest of Europe is on Scotland's side? Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Waiting For Dessert” - Step Two!, “Always There” - Table Etiquette, “Mystery Garden” - Brendon Moeller, “The Crossroads” - Lindsey Abraham, “Smooth Passenger” - White Bones Copyright 2024, Denim Creek Productions

  • Episode 82: The Age of Elizabeth- Pt 1, The Trouble with Tudors

    Episode 82: The Age of Elizabeth- Pt 1, The Trouble with Tudors

    This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Queen Elizabeth I of England. Despite being the daughter of King Henry VIII, Elizabeth was not his heir, so how does that situation get itself together? And what steps forward with England's new Protestant religion will she take? Also, for the fun of it: just who was William Shakespeare? Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Forest Walk” - Alexander Nakarada, “Beginner’s Luck” - White Bones, “Time For Cadillac” - Cooloop, “NEW BEGINNINGS” - Lift Up Music Copyright 2024, Denim Creek Productions

  • Episode 81: From Hajj to Timbuktu

    Episode 81: From Hajj to Timbuktu

    This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Mansa Musa, a leader of the Mali Empire and perhaps the richest man in all of history. But how will he use all of those riches? Well, to finance and show off the biggest Muslim pilgrimage anyone had ever seen! Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Neroli” - Ennio Máno, “Glitz at the Ritz” - Jules Gaia, “12th Floor Party” - Jules Gaia, “Waiting For Dessert” - Step Two!, “Time For Cadillac” - Cooloop Copyright 2024, Denim Creek Productions