Bestselling author Eleanor Herman discusses the scandalous sex lives of royalty, from mistresses to promiscuity. Uncovering power dynamics, inbreeding, royal diseases, and royal hygiene practices. Revealing the intriguing realm of royal relationships and the lack of guidance for royal family members.
Royal mistresses wielded power and influence alongside kings, shaping political landscapes beyond mere physical beauty.
Queens faced societal constraints, valued for producing heirs and maintaining alliances, often prioritizing duty over love.
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Fascination with Royal Families and Their Influence on History
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Royal Relationships and the Role of Mistresses vs Queens
Royal mistresses held significant influence, often wielding power alongside kings, shaping political and cultural landscapes. These women were known for their wit, charm, and ability to captivate kings beyond mere physical beauty. In contrast, queens were constrained by societal expectations, solely valued for producing heirs and maintaining alliances through marriages, often facing a life of duty over love.
Challenges and Intrigues of Royal Sex Lives Throughout History
Exploring the royal bedrooms unveils complexities beyond romanticized depictions. Organized and strategic, royal intimate encounters were often orchestrated events to ensure dynastic continuity and political stability. Faced with societal pressures, the private lives of royals were entangled with scandal, power plays, and intrigue, showcasing the harsh realities of royal relationships.
We've been fascinated by royalty for hundreds of years, but what do we know about their sex lives? Quite a lot, it turns out.
Today we're revisiting an episode Kate recorded with bestselling author Eleanor Herman to find out about what it took to not just be a mistress of a royal, but keep competitors at bay, too.
This episode was edited by Tom Delargy and Matt Peaty. It was produced by Stuart Beckwith and Sophie Gee, the senior producer was Charlotte Long.
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