# Katherine Swynford: From Mistress to Duchess

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Podcast: [Tudors Dynasty & Beyond](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tudors-dynasty-beyond-902223)
Published: 2026-04-28T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rebecca-larson/episodes/Katherine-Swynford-From-Mistress-to-Duchess-e3iig1e
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## Resource

In this episode, I’m joined by historian Sharon Bennett Connolly to explore the life of Katherine Swynford - her relationship with John of Gaunt, the scandal that shook the royal court, and how her legacy would shape the future of the English throne. -- Sharon's Website: https://historytheinterestingbits.com/author/sharonbennettconnolly/ Sharon's Upcoming Events: https://historytheinterestingbits.com/forthcoming-events/ Sharon's Books on Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B072156Z8V?ccs_id=2752d8c6-9e4d-4cca-b600-6046103545e6 -- BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: SPECIAL EVENT on May 9th with Dr. Steven Veerapon on the medical history of Henry VIII. All the information can be found here: https://henrythetyrant.eventbrite.com -- Host: Rebecca Larson Guest: Sharon Bennett Connolly

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