We’re back for part 2 in our Caroline of Brunswick series—and the drama only escalates.

After her disastrous marriage to George IV, Caroline becomes Britain’s ultimate “people’s princess” while her husband doubles down on being the worst.

In this episode, we cover the birth of Princess Charlotte, George IV’s infamous will, and how Regency-era tabloids fueled Caroline’s rise in public support. From palace spying and a toxic court to her separation and new independent life, Caroline refuses to stay quiet.

It’s messy, dramatic, and completely unfair—and somehow, the public never stops rooting for her.

Time stamps:

00:00 Cold Open Banter

01:21 Caroline of Brunswick & George IV Marriage Recap

02:11 Birth of Princess Charlotte of Wales

03:37 George IV’s Infamous Will & Treatment of Caroline

10:03 Caroline & George IV Separation Explained

11:29 Caroline’s Independent Life & Affair Rumors

14:22 Who Was William Austin? Royal Baby Scandal

14:57 Lady Douglas Feud & Royal Gossip Escalates

20:26 The Delicate Investigation Explained

23:27 Regency Era Begins: George IV Takes Power

27:18 Death of Princess Charlotte (1817 Tragedy)

28:22 Adultery Trial Fallout

31:55 George IV Coronation Drama & Caroline Snub

38:47 Caroline of Brunswick Death & Final Days

41:50 Funeral Riots Legacy

44:08 George IV Reputation

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