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Eleanor of Aquitaine: Debunking the Myths
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Length:
38 minutes
Released:
Oct 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
On this special edition of Gone Medieval, Dr. Eleanor Janega pays a visit to our sister podcast Betwixt the Sheets to be the guest of its presenter Dr. Kate Lister.Eleanor of Aquitaine - probably the most powerful and wealthy woman in medieval Europe - needs little introduction to Gone Medieval listeners. But how true is what we know about her? Rumours abounded in her own time, and to this day, about Eleanor’s private life. Did she really have a love affair with her own uncle? What was her relationship with her cousin? And how did medieval society take to such a powerful and influential woman?***WARNING: This podcast contains strong language and graphic descriptions.***The original episode of Betwixt the Sheets was edited by Siobhan Dale and produced by Charlotte Long.Discover the past with exclusive history documentaries and ad-free podcasts presented by world-renowned historians from History Hit. Watch them on your smart TV or on the go with your mobile device. Get 50% off your first 3 months with code MEDIEVAL. Sign up now for your 14-day free trial here > You can take part in our listener survey here.
Released:
Oct 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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