The Other Diana Spencers (And the 1700s Scandal You Didn’t See Coming)
Before there was the Diana… there were others 👀
This Katy’s Corner episode came straight out of a research rabbit hole while working on Georgiana Cavendish—because yes, her maiden name was Spencer, and once you start digging into that family… it does NOT disappoint.
We’re diving into the scandal-filled world of the Spencer family and meeting not one, but TWO Lady Diana Spencers from the 1700s.
We’re talking:
ambitious grandmothers playing matchmaker with princes
deeply miserable aristocratic marriages (a recurring theme, unfortunately)
women navigating power, reputation, and survival in high society
and one Lady Diana who said “actually, I’ll just get a job at court”
Plus, appearances from Queen Charlotte and plenty of Regency-era chaos.
If you love scandal, messy men, and women who refuse to quietly suffer… you’re gonna love this one.
Cheers, queens 🥂
Comments (4)
So a bit late listening to this one (super interesting!), but a fun fact if you weren't aware, St. John as a given name is often pronounced like "sin-gin". Blew my lit class's mind when were told by our teacher back in high school.
Whaaat? Oh wow
As a Diana, I highly approve of this!
My middle name is Dyan... So... So close!