Discover how people entertained themselves in the Middle Ages, from taverns and bards to games and feasts, and how to use these details to build richer, more immersive fantasy worlds.

Entertainment in the Middle Ages wasn’t just a luxury. It was a vital part of daily life, shaping culture, community, and storytelling across every level of society.

In this episode, I’m joined by Aidan Mattis, creator of The Lore Lodge Podcast, to explore the real ways people found fun, meaning, and escape in medieval times.

We break down the reality behind medieval entertainment and how you can use it in your writing, including:

• The role of bards, troubadours, and storytellers
• What taverns were really like (and why they mattered)
• Popular medieval games, hobbies, and pastimes
• Fea ...