Were the medieval times a dull era? In episode 66 Alli Templeton, a historian and author of the blog Medieval Wanderings, sets the record straight. She describes the period as colorfully vibrant and absolutely fascinating. Our discussion focuses on the traditions around the harvest, the importance of community and Christmas celebrations. We discuss the societal structure of the Middle Ages, including feudalism, the roles of women, and the significance of agricultural cycles. Allie describes medieval harvest traditions, festive celebrations, particularly focusing on Christmas customs and the adaptation of pagan practices by the Christian church. We also delve into the importance of storytelling, poetry and even give some example of medieval riddles seen in medieval entertainment.