This week on Royally Screwed, we’re continuing the story of Gaius Germanicus Caesar, aka Emperor Caligula. Did he put his horse in the Senate? Did he attack the sea? Or are there more to those stories that reveal a much more complicated figure?Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Zone Out” - Daniel Fridell, “Archipelago Exploration” - Christian Andersen, “Action rock_full” - Radio_Parma,...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about a few men who helped facilitate the process of transitioning Athens, Greece from a monarchy into a democratic society. It's a long, bumpy road that includes-- perhaps unsurprisingly-- a lot of people being killed.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Coffeeshop Stories” - Almost Here, “Neroli” - Ennio Máno, “Mysterious Package” - Kikoru, “NEW...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about the campaigns of Julius Caesar in Rome's western neighbor, the region of Gaul. We'll also look at the brief and bright rise of the Celtic leader Vercingetorix, the one man truly willing to do whatever was needed to stand up to the Roman commander.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Vapour” - Osoku, “Upbeat Stomp Rock” - Alexey Anisimov,...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about John Montague, the 4th Earl of Sandwich-- yes, the man who sandwiches were named after. Besides being a bit of a foodie, did you know he was also in charge of the British Navy during the American Revolutionary War?Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Underwater Junkyard” - T. Morri, “Edsvikens Vals” - Jerry McHoy, “Sail Away With Me” - Von...

This week on Royally Screwed, it's another episode of "Were They Great": a look at rulers who gained the title "The Great" and deciding whether or not they really deserved it. This time: King Herod I of JudeaSubscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Dayfreak” - White Bones, “Time For Cadillac” - Cooloop, “Epic Cinematic Inspiration Piano” - Protraxx, “NEW BEGINNINGS” - Lift Up MusicCopyright...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about the early life and reign of Gaius Julius Caesar Germanicus, aka Caligula. Though he's known as a depraved sociopath, it's equally important to know the background of what led to the reign of one of Rome's most infamous rulers.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Beginner’s Luck” - White Bones, “12th Floor Party” - Jules Gaia, “A Snowflake’s...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Cicero, a famous Roman statesman and writer. We'll watch the Roman Republic collapse from the sidelines through the eyes of a man who was one of the institutions most ardent supporters.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Action rock_full” - Radio_Parma, “Vapour” - Osoku, “Neroli” - Ennio Máno, “Zone Out” - Daniel Fridell, “Mysterious...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re continuing and finishing the story of Charlemagne. We'll see how he becomes the first Holy Roman Emperor, what that means, and how his empire fairs after his death.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Epic Cinematic Inspiration Piano” - Protraxx, “Action rock_full” - Radio_Parma, “Beginner’s Luck” - White Bones, “In Next Life” - UneasyCopyright 2023,...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Roland, a marquis during the reign of Charlemagne. We'll also learn how this man with only one mention in a historical text would go on to become one of the Renaissance's greatest fantasy heroes. Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Forest Walk” - Alexander Nakarada, “Epic Cinematic Inspiration Piano” - Protraxx, “Mysterious Package” -...

Welcome to this special first episode of "Royally Fooled"! Each April Fool's Day, we're going to take a break from history to look at interesting rulers from fiction. First up, Queen Medb from the Ulster Cycle of Irish Legends. It's gonna be a whole lot of gaslighting, gatekeeping, and girlbossing in this one.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Forest Walk” - Alexander Nakarada, “Epic...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re beginning the story of Charlemagne, the first Holy Roman Emperor. But he's not an emperor yet. We're going to follow him before he was a mighty ruler, back when he was just Charles, King of the Franks.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Upbeat Stomp Rock” - Alexey Anisimov, “Dayfreak” - White Bones, “Smooth Passenger” - White Bones, “The Crossroads” -...

On this inbetween season break special episode of Royally Screwed, we’re talking about the difference between being born into royalty and being just your average joe. Did you really think nobility was just like you? Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia Copyright 2023, Denim Creek Productions

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about the latter era of Emperor Tiberius's reign. With no signs of Tiberius naming a new heir, he'll retire to the island of Capri. But what does that mean for Rome in the emperor's absence? 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, “Dayfreak” - White Bones, “Vapour” - Osoku, “Sail Away With Me” - Von...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Vladimir Lenin and Leon Trotsky. These two both desire to turn the failing Russian Empire into a Communist state. But how will things turn out when not even the communists can agree on how to get things done? Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Glitz at the Ritz” - Jules Gaia, “Vapour” - Osoku, “The Last Bar in Chicago” - Nicky Dowling,...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re once again talking about a possible candidate behind the legends of King Arthur. This time around, its Ambrosius Aurelianus, a Romano-British king who goes from a vaguely described king to part of the Arthurian Legends himself. 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, “Action rock_full” - Radio_Parma, “Edsvikens Vals” -...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about the seventh president of the United States of America: Andrew Jackson. Hero of the common man or a vile misanthrope who helped further disenfranchise those beneath him? Let's learn about one of America's most divisive leaders. 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, “Smooth Passenger” - White Bones,...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about the origins of the Jewish celebration of Hanukkah. Judah Maccabeus and his family are going to fight their way against the successors of Alexander the Great in order to protect their religious freedom. However, how far will they actually have to go? Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “A Snowflake’s Tale” - Howard Harper-Barnes,...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Germanicus, nephew/adopted son of Emperor Tiberius. We'll watch this young man prove himself as a military leader and possibly become a spark of hope in an uncertain time. 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, “Glitz at the Ritz” - Jules Gaia, “Beginner’s Luck” - White Bones, “Dayfreak” - White Bones,...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about the reign of King Henry VIII of England, specifically his relationship with the Catholic Church/Church of England as well as his relationships with his six wives. Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Always There” - Table Etiquette, “Edsvikens Vals” - Jerry McHoy, “Mysterious Package” - Kikoru, “Forest Walk” - Alexander Nakarada, “A...

This week on Royally Screwed, it's another episode of "Were They Great": a look at rulers who gained the title "The Great" and deciding whether or not they really deserved it. This time: Sargon of Akkad Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Neroli” - Ennio Máno, “Dayfreak” - White Bones, “12th Floor Party” - Jules Gaia, “The Crossroads” - Lindsey Abraham, “Time For Cadillac” - Cooloop Copyright 2022, Denim Creek Productions

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Emperor Ai of Han, a Chinese ruler who is most well-known for allowing his love for his boyfriend to overshadow his job as emperor. Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Sail Away With Me” - Von Meyer, “Time For Cadillac” - Cooloop, “Archipelago Exploration” - Christian Andersen, “Dayfreak” - White Bones, “Smooth Passenger” - White...

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Diana Spencer, Princess of Wales-- her life, the hardships she went through, and all the good she did for the world. Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Edsvikens Vals” - Jerry McHoy, “Mysterious Package” - Kikoru, “Time For Cadillac” - Cooloop, “Zone Out” - Daniel Fridell, “Coffeeshop Stories” - Almost Here Copyright 2022, Denim Creek...

On this inbetween season break special episode of Royally Screwed, we’re talking about Gao Changgong, aka the Prince of Lanling-- a Chinese prince so attractive that... that's kinda just what he's known for. Subscribe for more episodes as they come. Twitter: @Denim_Creek Instagram: denimcreekpro Music: Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Smooth Passenger” - White Bones, “Beginner’s Luck” - White Bones, “Reconcile” - Peter Sandberg Copyright 2022, Denim Creek Productions

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re beginning a transition in the Julio-Claudian Saga-- finishing Augustus's story and beginning the rule of Tiberius.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Action rock_full” - Radio_ParmaCopyright 2022, Denim Creek Productions

This week on Royally Screwed, we’re talking about the events that led to the end of the Hundred Years' War, specifically the events surrounding the coronation of Charles VII thanks to Joan of Arc.Subscribe for more episodes as they come.Twitter: @Denim_CreekInstagram: denimcreekproMusic:Intro/Outro: “Life O’ the Lavish” - Jules Gaia, “Smooth Passenger” - White Bones, “Time For Cadillac” - Cooloop, “Beginner’s Luck” - White Bones, “A Snowflake’s Tale” - Howard Harper-BarnesCopyright 2022,...