RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_2b17e10d-c7f6-49a4-980c-6db393f181ec -- Rendered At Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:50:37 +0000 The Secret Lives of Medieval Wives https://redcircle.com/shows/the-secret-lives-of-medieval-wives en-US All rights reserved. Daniel Russ You've heard of the "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," but did you know the married women of the Medieval Ages had their own skeletons in the closet? On the first Monday of every month, join your host Daniel Russ as we dive into the past to uncover the Secret Lives of Medieval Wives! From prostitution and politics to arson and assassination, these ladies have done it all. So whether you're here for the history, scandal, or just a fascinating story, this podcast is for you! So sit back, grab a glass of mead, and listen to the controversies of ye olde days... 2b17e10d-c7f6-49a4-980c-6db393f181ec You've heard of the "Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," but did you know the married women of the Medieval Ages had their own skeletons in the closet? On the first Monday of every month, join your host Daniel Russ as we dive into the past to uncover the Secret Lives of Medieval Wives! From prostitution and politics to arson and assassination, these ladies have done it all. So whether you're here for the history, scandal, or just a fascinating story, this podcast is for you! So sit back, grab a glass of mead, and listen to the controversies of ye olde days...

]]> episodic no Daniel Russ kathrynyanof@icloud.com false full Episode 4: The Secret Life of Isabella of France (The She-Wolf of France) Episode 4: The Secret Life of Isabella of France (The She-Wolf of France) Daniel Russ Isabella of France entered England as a teenage bride to King Edward II, but her marriage quickly became overshadowed by Edward’s close companions at court, political tension, and years of humiliation.

Eventually, Isabella left England, joined forces with Roger Mortimer, and returned with an army that helped overthrow her own husband. Her dramatic rise to power, controversial relationship with Mortimer, and role in Edward’s downfall would later inspire the infamous nickname “She-Wolf of France.”

If you enjoy uncovering the hidden stories of history's most remarkable women, be sure to follow Secret Lives of Medieval Wives, leave a review, and share the show with fellow history lovers.

]]> <p>Isabella of France entered England as a teenage bride to King Edward II, but her marriage quickly became overshadowed by Edward’s close companions at court, political tension, and years of humiliation.</p><p>Eventually, Isabella left England, joined forces with Roger Mortimer, and returned with an army that helped overthrow her own husband. Her dramatic rise to power, controversial relationship with Mortimer, and role in Edward’s downfall would later inspire the infamous nickname <strong>“She-Wolf of France.”</strong></p><p><span>If you enjoy uncovering the hidden stories of history&#39;s most remarkable women, be sure to follow </span><strong>Secret Lives of Medieval Wives</strong><span>, leave a review, and share the show with fellow history lovers.</span></p> 4a543a98-ef2b-462e-bb1f-bfa95bd6d93b https://redcircle.com/shows/2b17e10d-c7f6-49a4-980c-6db393f181ec/episodes/b0a5ef10-7b72-4039-b594-9190037db107 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 12:00:33 +0000 665 false full Episode 3: The Secret Life of Eleanor of Aquitaine Episode 3: The Secret Life of Eleanor of Aquitaine Daniel Russ Before she became one of the most powerful queens of the Middle Ages, Eleanor of Aquitaine defied kings, went on Crusade, and refused to play by the rules expected of medieval women.

Eleanor ruled vast territories, married two kings, gave birth to Richard the Lionheart, and even backed her sons in a rebellion against their father, a decision that left her imprisoned for years.

**Correction: Eleanor was married to Louis VII, not Louis VI**


If you enjoy uncovering the hidden stories of history's most remarkable women, be sure to follow Secret Lives of Medieval Wives, leave a review, and share the show with fellow history lovers.

]]> <p>Before she became one of the most powerful queens of the Middle Ages, Eleanor of Aquitaine defied kings, went on Crusade, and refused to play by the rules expected of medieval women.</p><p>Eleanor ruled vast territories, married two kings, gave birth to Richard the Lionheart, and even backed her sons in a rebellion against their father, a decision that left her imprisoned for years.</p><p><strong>**Correction: Eleanor was married to Louis VII, not Louis VI**</strong></p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoy uncovering the hidden stories of history&#39;s most remarkable women, be sure to follow <strong>Secret Lives of Medieval Wives</strong>, leave a review, and share the show with fellow history lovers.</p> 54acd949-688b-431d-b2c9-1a350939b2b2 https://redcircle.com/shows/2b17e10d-c7f6-49a4-980c-6db393f181ec/episodes/bec5edcf-c110-4d84-bbb5-ae651725a126 Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:00:29 +0000 1181 false full Episode 2: The Secret Life of Saint Olga of Kyiv Episode 2: The Secret Life of Saint Olga of Kyiv Daniel Russ Before she became the first Christian ruler of the Rus' and an unlikely saint, Olga of Kyiv unleashed a wave of bloodlust that terrified her enemies and reshaped Eastern Europe.


Olga ruled as regent, ruthlessly decimated the Drevlian tribe, and single-handedly planted the seeds of Christianity in a fiercely pagan empire.


If you enjoy uncovering the hidden stories of history's most remarkable women, be sure to follow Secret Lives of Medieval Wives, leave a review, and share the show with fellow history lovers.

]]> <p>Before she became the first Christian ruler of the Rus&#39; and an unlikely saint, Olga of Kyiv unleashed a wave of bloodlust that terrified her enemies and reshaped Eastern Europe.</p><p><br></p><p>Olga ruled as regent, ruthlessly decimated the Drevlian tribe, and single-handedly planted the seeds of Christianity in a fiercely pagan empire.</p><p><br></p><p><span>If you enjoy uncovering the hidden stories of history&#39;s most remarkable women, be sure to follow </span><strong>Secret Lives of Medieval Wives</strong><span>, leave a review, and share the show with fellow history lovers.</span></p> 2ca1056b-abd7-43b8-bf43-c92ce6e3c27f https://redcircle.com/shows/2b17e10d-c7f6-49a4-980c-6db393f181ec/episodes/1ab44afa-85ea-4125-a292-6add6b3065ee Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:00:28 +0000 571 false full Episode 1: The Secret Life of Empress Theodora Episode 1: The Secret Life of Empress Theodora Daniel Russ In this first episode of Secret Lives of Medieval Wives, I explore the extraordinary and deeply controversial life of Empress Theodora. Before she became the wife of Emperor Justinian I and one of the most influential women in the Byzantine Empire, Theodora lived a life that scandalized Constantinople.

In an age when women were expected to remain in the background, Theodora advised emperors, shaped imperial policy, influenced religious debates, and helped steer the Byzantine Empire through one of its greatest crises.

If you enjoy uncovering the hidden stories of history's most remarkable women, be sure to follow Secret Lives of Medieval Wives, leave a review, and share the show with fellow history lovers.

]]> <p>In this first episode of <em>Secret Lives of Medieval Wives</em>, I explore the extraordinary and deeply controversial life of Empress Theodora. Before she became the wife of Emperor Justinian I and one of the most influential women in the Byzantine Empire, Theodora lived a life that scandalized Constantinople. </p><p>In an age when women were expected to remain in the background, Theodora advised emperors, shaped imperial policy, influenced religious debates, and helped steer the Byzantine Empire through one of its greatest crises. </p><p>If you enjoy uncovering the hidden stories of history&#39;s most remarkable women, be sure to follow <strong>Secret Lives of Medieval Wives</strong>, leave a review, and share the show with fellow history lovers.</p> 37ece709-7c7b-4704-a26f-2f2447340d50 https://redcircle.com/shows/2b17e10d-c7f6-49a4-980c-6db393f181ec/episodes/c64c8d3c-2e7f-4071-ad58-bab3ba889a22 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:00:53 +0000 366 false