This episode details the tragic life of Blanche II of Navarre, a 15th-century royal whose legitimacy was systematically undermined by those closest to her. The narrative follows her from a failed, unconsummated marriage to her imprisonment by her own father, who usurped her rightful claim to the throne. Her story serves as a haunting example of the personal cost of political ambition, highlighting how law and birthright were often powerless against betrayal and the ruthless pursuit of power in the Middle Ages.

• Early Life and Royal Standing (00:00:00,960) - This chapter introduces Blanche II of Navarre, detailing her birth into royalty and her official proclamation as a rightful heir to the Kingdom of Navarre alongside her siblings.

• A Failed Political Marriage (00:00:20,960) - This section covers Blanche's marriage to Prince Henry of Castile, which was arranged for political reasons but was never consummated and ultimately ended in a difficult and public annulment.
• The Navarrese Succession Crisis (00:01:03,960) - Upon returning to Navarre, Blanche finds herself in the middle of a power struggle between her father, John II, and her brother, Charles, over the throne, which leads to her and Charles being disinherited.
• The Prisoner Queen (00:01:34,960) - Despite being the legitimate queen, Blanche's claim is suppressed by her father, who imprisons her to prevent her from becoming a symbol of opposition, forcing her to "reign" from a cell.
• A Convenient Death and Haunting Legacy (00:02:08,960) - This chapter discusses Blanche's suspicious death at age 40, which conveniently secured her father's power, and reflects on her legacy as a symbol of betrayal and the personal cost of political ambition.
• Outro (00:02:44,960) - The host concludes the episode, thanks the audience for listening, and provides a call to action to follow and engage with the podcast on various platforms.