The WEIRD Life of Royalty in Medieval Times | Boring History for Sleep

Step into the quiet, candle-lit halls of medieval castles, where kings and queens lived lives far stranger than most history books admit. 🕯️ In this slow, calming episode of Boring History for Sleep, we explore the weird, uncomfortable, and surprising daily life of medieval royalty—from bizarre hygiene habits and strange medical beliefs to rigid court rules and unsettling royal traditions. This is not the glorious fairy-tale version of royalty. Instead, it’s a gentle, atmospheric journey into a world where crowns were heavy, castles were cold, and royal life was often deeply unpleasant. Perfect for relaxing, falling asleep, or unwinding after a long day. If you enjoy soft-spoken narration, dark but fascinating history, and sleep-friendly storytelling, this episode is made for you. 🎧 Best enjoyed at night, lights low, and volume soft. Keywords to help ranking: medieval royalty, weird medieval history, life of kings and queens, medieval castle life, boring history for sleep, medieval lifestyle, strange royal traditions, medieval hygiene, medieval court life, relaxing history, sleep history documentary, calm historical storytelling