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Droughtlander suggestions: Get a royalty fix with Noble Blood

By Alexandria Ingham

King James I. Became King James VI of Scotland in 1567 and then inherited the Crown of England and Ireland as James I. Son of Mary, Queen of Scots : 19 June 1566 – 27 March 1625 (Photo by Culture Club/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***
King James I. Became King James VI of Scotland in 1567 and then inherited the Crown of England and Ireland as James I. Son of Mary, Queen of Scots : 19 June 1566 – 27 March 1625 (Photo by Culture Club/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** /
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Noble Blood is a podcast for Outlander fans to get through Droughtlander

There is absolutely no doubt that this Droughtlander is hell. It’s going to be a long one, so we need to find ways to get through it. Podcasts are great for Outlander fans, and Noble Blood is one that you should give a listen to.

The podcast is from the minds that brought Lore, American Shadows, and more. Yes, I’m on a Grim and Mild kick at the moment, but that’s not a bad thing. The podcasts are all well researched and written, offering an insight into people, mysteries, and strange tales you likely wouldn’t normally listen to.

So, what is it about Noble Blood? Why is this one so good for Outlander fans?

What is Noble Blood about?

Let’s start with the description of the podcast. As the title suggests, the podcast focuses on royalty. This is royalty from around the world, although British royalty has been common since the beginning.

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The podcast goes into events in the lives of various kings and queens. There are six episodes back to back about Henry VIII’s six wives, a touch on Marie Antoinette, and Catherine the Great.

It isn’t all about women, like The History Chicks. This podcast includes some of the great and terrible kings throughout the years. James VI of Scotland, who became James I of England, is included in an episode. This is important as it’s the moment England and Scotland joined under one crown for the first time and would set up the initial events that would eventually lead to the Jacobite rebellion.

In fact, Charles II is also featured. He is especially important as he was the uncle of the Old Pretender, James Stuart, and the great uncle of Bonnie Prince Charlie.

The episodes vary in length. Most of them are between 20 and 30 minutes, but there are some that are 40 to 60 minutes in length. You’ll be able to see the lengths when you grab the episodes on your favorite platform to decide who you’ll learn about next.

Why is this a podcast for Outlander fans?

There are so many podcasts out there. What makes Noble Blood one for Outlander fans?

It does come down to the love of history. One of the things many people point out when reading the Outlander books is how filled with history they are. Diana Gabaldon has done her research, but we don’t get to hear much about the members in society. In Voyager, Claire doesn’t even care what happened to Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Well, this podcast is a chance to learn a little more. There are a few connections to the books or characters in the books, although not directly just yet. There may be more direct connections coming up.

One that stands out is the James I episode focused on him being the “Witch-Hunter King.” That started because of a young woman called Geillis Duncan in Scotland.

So, while it doesn’t go into life in the Colonies and there isn’t the focus on the Jacobite rebellion (yet), there is still plenty to enjoy. It’s a look in the bloody history of the past.

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What are you listening to right now? What do you think of Noble Blood? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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