Historical discussion show inspired by drama series Versailles. Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner look at the tension between Louis XIV and his nobility.
Source: BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 10
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner conclude the series by discussing the scandalous Affair of the Poisons.
23-06-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 9
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner examine the practice of witchcraft in the 17th century.
16-06-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 8
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss Louis XIV's interest in scientific discovery and research.
09-06-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 7
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss William of Orange and the ongoing conflict with Louis XIV.
02-06-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 6
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner explore the use of aphrodisiacs and potions at the court of Louis XIV.
26-05-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 5
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss Louis XIV's premier valet Alexandre Bontemps.
19-05-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 4
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner examine how Louis XIV created an absolutist monarchy during his reign.
12-05-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 3
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner shine a light on Philippe's new bride Liselotte.
05-05-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 2
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner explore Louis XIV's troubled relationship with religion.
28-04-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 1
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss Louis XIV's mistress Madame de Montespan.
22-04-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 5
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss Louis XIV's premier valet Alexandre Bontemps.
19-05-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 6
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner explore the use of aphrodisiacs and potions at the court of Louis XIV.
26-05-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 7
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss William of Orange and the ongoing conflict with Louis XIV.
02-06-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 8
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss Louis XIV's interest in scientific discovery and research.
09-06-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 10
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner conclude the series by discussing the scandalous Affair of the Poisons.
23-06-2017
BBC 2
Series 2: Episode 9
A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner examine the practice of witchcraft in the 17th century.
16-06-2017
BBC 2
Episode 10
Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner conclude the series by discussing the historical background of 17th-century court fashion, as seen in drama series Versailles.
10-08-2016
BBC 2
Episode 7
Inspired by drama series Versailles, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner look at Louis XIV's impact on the world of ballet.
20-07-2016
BBC 2
Episode 6
Inspired by drama series Versailles, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner explore the topic of religious conflict in early modern France.
06-07-2016
BBC 2
Episode 8
Inspired by drama series Versailles, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss Anglo-French relations in the age of Louis XIV.
30-07-2016
BBC 2