# Bizarre Ways Medieval People Almost Went Extinct

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Podcast: [Calming History](https://stenobird.com/podcast/calming-history-7618583)
Published: 2026-05-11T21:15:13+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, we drift through the bizarre and surprising ways medieval people came perilously close to extinction. From devastating plagues that swept across continents to famines, harsh winters, and the strange superstitions that shaped their survival, we will quietly wander through the dangers that nearly wiped out entire generations. Settle in, relax, and let the soft rhythm of medieval history carry you off to sleep. Made by Humans + AI Box, Get 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai

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