The House Red
History is stranger than fiction---and we're here to prove it. Welcome to The House Red, the podcast where we uncork the wildest, weirdest, and most unbelievable true stories from history. From bizarre plagues to daring heists, twisted scandals to forgotten legends, we dive into the past's juiciest tales with a twist of dark humor and a splash of intrigue. So pour yourself a glass and get ready---because history has never been this intoxicating.
The House Red
Charles VI: Dinner With Death
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A royal feast. A horrifying mistake. And one king who never recovered. This week on The House Red, we dive into the bizarre and gruesome story of Charles VI of France and the infamous meal that may have helped seal his fate. From medieval medicine to royal excess, this is one dinner France would never forget.