King James I
Type: Person
As of November 2026, King James I has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 2 podcasts, first heard Jan 2023 on Knowing Better. Central to the episode’s explanation of post-1605 religious politics: anti-Catholic backlash, then crackdowns on Puritans/Separatists that shaped the Pilgrims’ trajectory.
James VI and I was King of Scotland as James VI from 24 July 1567, and King of England and Ireland as James I from the union of the Scottish and English crowns on 24 March 1603, until his death in 1625. Though he long attempted to get both countries to adopt a closer political union, the kingdoms of Scotland and England remained sovereign states ruled by James in personal union, with their own parliaments, judiciaries and laws.
| Mentioned in | 2 episodes on 2 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Jan 2023 on Knowing Better |
| Role | King of England and Ireland (also James VI of Scotland) |
| Affiliation | House of Stuart; Kingdoms of England and Scotland |
What do podcasts say about King James I?
2 quotes from Lindsey Graham, recorded on Knowing Better and American History Tellers.
When Elizabeth I died in 1603, James VI of Scotland became James I of England...
Knowing Better · · Hear itHe began a sweeping crackdown on separatists, ending relative religious tolerance.
Lindsey Graham · American History Tellers · · Hear it
How do different shows talk about King James I?
2 shows discussed King James I in these episodes.
- American History Tellers — 1 episode
He began a sweeping crackdown on separatists, ending relative religious tolerance.
The Mayflower | Saints and Strangers | American History Tellers - Knowing Better — 1 episode
When Elizabeth I died in 1603, James VI of Scotland became James I of England...
The Story We Tell Ourselves | Pilgrims and Thanksgiving
Who talks about King James I on podcasts?
Lindsey Graham brought up King James I; the most recent mention was Nov 2025 on American History Tellers.
- The Story We Tell Ourselves | Pilgrims and Thanksgiving on Knowing Better (Jan 2023)
- The Mayflower | Saints and Strangers | American History Tellers on American History Tellers (Nov 2025) — Lindsey Graham
What is King James I mentioned alongside?
King James I is most often mentioned alongside Mohammad Shazi, North Sea and Molly Bach.
Mentioned together: Mohammad Shazi, North Sea, Molly Bach, Andy Becker, Jenny Lauer Beckman, American History Tellers, Airship, Thrum, Pilgrims, Plymouth Colony