The Harem Politics of the Ottoman Empire: Power Behind the Throne — Fexingo History
Mahidevran Sultan: Suleiman's First Haseki and the Tragedy of Mustafa — Fexingo History
This episode examines Mahidevran Sultan, Suleiman the Magnificent's first consort and mother of Şehzade Mustafa. It covers her origins, her status as haseki, her rivalry with Hurrem Sultan, and the tragic execution of Mustafa in 1553 due to succession politics.