Dowager Queens of Korea with Alban Schmid

Though they're often overlooked, the dowager queens of Korea were the one of the most powerful legitimizing forces behind the throne. This week, Danièle speaks with Alban Schmid about how Korea was ruled in the late Middle Ages, its relationship to Ming China, and the power wielded by the women at the top.You can support The Medieval Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/medievalists