It's somber learning, which is why, I suppose, people tend to focus on the glitzier part of history, if you can call it that. I mean, if you remember Henry as the guy with six wives (which, to be fair, everyone seems to), you get to obviate other aspects of his reign, his actions as sovereign, his relationship with the Church that was much more intricate and interesting than simple getting a divorce, and so on.

We stick to these things because it keeps things exciting, and keeps us blind (by our own accord).

I think it's cyclical in some ways, and that there are patterns. And that those patterns can, in turn, help us keep a steadier boat than most once we understand them.

I would love to hear what podcasts you're digging into. Been looking for a good historical one for ages. (Fantastic write-up.)