Episode six of our Prime Minister spotlight series on 5 Minute Biographies casts a light on John Stuart! Buckle up for a quick five-minute journey through the life and career of this intriguing leader. We'll delve into his path to power, his time navigating the political landscape following his predecessors, and the impact he left on British history. Get ready to discover the fascinating story of John Stuart in this bite-sized biography! And don't worry, normal service will resume soon when season 17 of 5 Minute Biographies commences.   Please consider supporting the show by subscribing. If you want to support me more directly by buying me a coffee, please head over to http://www.5minutebiographies.com/coffee to see how. Alternatively, why not take a look at the video version of this podcast on YouTube at 5minutebiographies.com/youtube or read the article on the website at 5minutebiographies.com/john-stuart.  

Episode five of our series on the first ten British Prime Ministers on 5 Minute Biographies steps into the shoes of Thomas Pelham-Holles! Get ready for a whirlwind five minutes as we explore the life of this influential figure. We'll unpack his rise to power, his strategies for navigating a complex political landscape, and the legacy he left on mid-18th century Britain. Buckle up and discover the story of Thomas Pelham-Holles! And don't worry, normal service will resume soon when season 17 of 5 Minute Biographies commences.   Please consider supporting the show by subscribing. If you want to support me more directly by buying me a coffee, please head over to http://www.5minutebiographies.com/coffee to see how. Alternatively, why not take a look at the video version of this podcast on YouTube at 5minutebiographies.com/youtube or read the article on the website at 5minutebiographies.com/thomas-pelham-holles.  

Episode four of our special series on the first ten British Prime Ministers on 5 Minute Biographies shines a light on William Cavendish! In just five minutes, we'll delve into the life and times of this lesser-known leader.  Prepare to unravel the story of his rise to power, his brief but impactful premiership, and the controversies that swirled around him. Buckle up for another captivating chapter in British political history! And don't worry, normal service will resume soon when season 17 of 5 Minute Biographies commences.   Please consider supporting the show by subscribing. If you want to support me more directly by buying me a coffee, please head over to http://www.5minutebiographies.com/coffee to see how. Alternatively, why not take a look at the video version of this podcast on YouTube at 5minutebiographies.com/youtube or read the article on the website at 5minutebiographies.com/william-cavendish.  

Episode three of our 5 Minute Biographies British Prime Ministers series zooms in on Henry Pelham, a pivotal figure in British history!  Prepare to dive into the life of this often-underestimated Prime Minister in just five minutes. We'll explore his climb to power, his strategies for navigating a complex political landscape, and the legacy he left on 18th-century Britain. Buckle up and get ready to discover the fascinating story of Henry Pelham! And don't worry, normal service will resume soon when season 17 of 5 Minute Biographies commences.   Please consider supporting the show by subscribing. If you want to support me more directly by buying me a coffee, please head over to http://www.5minutebiographies.com/coffee to see how. Alternatively, why not take a look at the video version of this podcast on YouTube at 5minutebiographies.com/youtube or read the article on the website at 5minutebiographies.com/henry-pelham.  

Episode two of our special 5 Minute Biographies series on British Prime Ministers is here, and this time, we're turning the spotlight on Spencer Compton, the 1st Earl of Wilmington! In just five minutes, we'll be unravelling the fascinating story of Britain's second Prime Minister. Get ready to learn about his surprising rise to power, his time in office following the footsteps of the giant Sir Robert Walpole, and the lasting impact he had on British politics. Buckle up for another captivating biographical journey! And don't worry, normal service will resume soon when season 17 of 5 Minute Biographies commences.   Please consider supporting the show by subscribing. If you want to support me more directly by buying me a coffee, please head over to http://www.5minutebiographies.com/coffee to see how. Alternatively, why not take a look at the video version of this podcast on YouTube at 5minutebiographies.com/youtube or read the article on the website at 5minutebiographies.com/spencer-compton.  

History buffs, rejoice! Buckle up for a brand new series on 5 Minute Biographies. In this special ten-part series, we'll be stepping into the shoes of Britain's first ten Prime Ministers.  To kick things off in episode one, we'll be taking a whirlwind tour through the life and legacy of Sir Robert Walpole, the very first PM! Get ready to delve into his rise to power, his strategies for shaping a young nation, and the mark he left on British history. It's all coming up in just five minutes, so stay tuned! And don't worry, normal service will resume when season 17 of 5 Minute Biographies arrives in a few weeks.   Please consider supporting the show by subscribing. If you want to support me more directly by buying me a coffee, please head over to http://www.5minutebiographies.com/coffee to see how. Alternatively, why not take a look at the video version of this podcast on YouTube at 5minutebiographies.com/youtube or read the article on the website at 5minutebiographies.com/sir-robert-walpole.  

In this special episode of 5 Minute Biographies, we interview the author of the book Boneheads and Brainiacs, Dr Moira Dolan, within which she takes a look at the backstory and culture of the winners of the Nobel prize for medicine during its first 50 years, some of whom were scoundrels and villains whereas others were found to be true heroes.  Dr Moira Dolan's website: https://moiradolan.com/ Please support your local book store but failing that here are a couple of links to the book on Amazon (affiliate links): - Paperback - Kindle Edition - Audiobook Please also consider supporting the show by buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutebiographies.com/coffee/  - Thanks!

In the tenth and final episode of season 4 of the 5 Minute Biographies podcast we take a look at the life of the man, whose assassination is blamed for the start of the First World War - Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria.