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Is there a royal sex scandal hidden in plain sight in the Bayeux tapestry?
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- HistoryExtra podcast
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- Aug 29, 2026
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Summary
The Bayeux Tapestry is making headlines as it is loaned to the British Museum to be shown in England for the first time in almost a thousand years. It holds many mysteries, including the famous Aelfgyva scene, where an enigmatic woman is portrayed alongside a curious priest. David Musgrove is joined by Michael Lewis and Emily Winkler to investigate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices