House of Medici - Part 2: Alliances, Betrayal, and the Pazzi Conspiracy

As the Medici tighten their grip on Florence, power becomes a delicate balancing act of marriages, banking networks, and political alliances. From expanding influence across Europe to surviving the deadly Pazzi Conspiracy of 1478, Lorenzo de’ Medici must transform patronage into protection to keep his family alive. In a city where loyalty is fleeting and betrayal is never far, the Medici dynasty weaves a web of gold and blood that will define the Renaissance.Learn more at https://thelineagearchive.com/dynasty/house-of-mediciThe Lineage Archive is part of The Archive Network by Jonkai Ventures, dedicated to exploring the dynasties, royal houses, and ruling families that shaped civilizations across history.Each series examines the rise, reign, alliances, and legacy of the bloodlines that defined nations, from ancient empires to modern political families.Support the podcast and access exclusive content on Patreon:https://patreon.com/TheArchiveNetworkDiscover more at:https://thelineagearchive.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.