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Episode Synopsis
Dive into the surprising leisure activities of medieval peasants. Despite the grueling labor and challenging conditions, they enjoyed more free time than you might expect. Discover how they made the most of Sundays, special holidays mandated by the church, and time off for events like weddings and births, often celebrated with revelry. Learn about their life and labor rhythms in the 1300s, including the staggering estimate that peasants might have worked only 150 days a year.
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