Why You Wouldn’t Survive as Henry VIII’s Wife (Most Didn’t)

26/05/2025 2h 8min

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Get early episodes & bonus perks on Patreon: https://patreon.com/DrowsyHistorianStep into the gilded nightmare of Tudor court life, where royal marriage meant danger, not devotion. In this immersive, darkly funny, and sleep-friendly historical story, we follow the tragic, terrifying, and occasionally absurd fates of Henry VIII’s six wives — from glittering ceremonies to execution scaffolds.Perfect for bedtime listening, this slow-paced narration blends dry humor, vivid sensory detail, and emotional depth to reveal why being queen wasn’t a fairy tale... it was a survival test.🛏️ Drowsy Historian’s Favorite Sleep ToolsLooking to upgrade your nighttime routine? These are a few things I personally use or recommend:• Sleep Earbuds for Enhanced Immersion → https://amzn.to/4pVFoJy• Blanket Soft Enough to Make the Plague Feel Tolerable → https://amzn.to/3GSOq8f• Weighted Blanket for Pretending You’re a Mummified Pharaoh → https://amzn.to/4kVJCgE• Sleep Mask Headphones For Total Historical Escape → https://amzn.to/4nWsNVn• Book Light for Reading About Plagues at 2AM → https://amzn.to/4eSg0iu• White Noise Machine for Blocking Out the 21st Century → https://amzn.to/3GJ9jTwThese are affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the show while staying cozy.

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