Tonight, we travel back to Tudor England — to the moment when faith, power, and conscience collided.

Reformation: Rebellion in England unfolds the story of how one king’s defiance of Rome reshaped a nation, creating the Church of England and redefining belief itself.

Through calm, immersive narration, this episode traces the choices, consequences, and transformations that turned rebellion into religion — from Henry VIII’s break with Rome to Elizabeth’s delicate balance of faith and authority. Designed to both educate and soothe, this gentle historical journey invites you to drift into rest while absorbing the story of a world remade by conviction and compromise.

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Highlights of the Episode

• Henry VIII’s political break with Rome and the birth of royal supremacy
• Cromwell’s dissolution of the monasteries and the Pilgrimage of Grace
• The first English Bible and its unintended consequences
• The fall of Anne Boleyn and the shifting fortunes of reform
• Edward’s Protestant transformation and Mary’s fiery restoration
• Elizabeth’s religious settlement and the birth of the Anglican tradition
• The long legacy of rebellion — from conscience to national identity

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🛌 Perfect for:

• Bedtime listening
• Fans of calm historical storytelling
• Anyone seeking a peaceful way to learn and relax

• Those managing insomnia, stress, or racing thoughts

Put on your headphones, get cozy, and let the story lull you into peaceful rest. 💫

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Explore our other Sleepy Journey shows:

📜 Through History – Explore our dreamy past

🎶 Through Music History – Relax with stories behind legendary musicians

🧚 Through Fairytales – Classic tales told softly

🐉 Through Myths & Folklore – Legends and tales told gently

👑 Through Famous Figures – Inspiring lives for restful nights

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