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Orgasms & Skincare According to a Medieval Nun
Episode 259
Hildegard of Bingen, the 12th century nun, was a certified genius and a true polymath.
From her many side hustles to her skincare recommendations, she…
2 years ago
Sex & Scandal in Catherine of Aragon's Court
Episode 258
When Henry VIII wanted a divorce from Catherine of Aragon, he needed to prove that she was not a virgin when they wed.
One woman was key to proving t…
2 years ago
Illegitimacy: Sex & Secrecy in the 18th Century
Episode 257
Why were children punished for illegitimacy in the 18th century? And what does the word even mean?
The truth is quite shocking, and probably still aff…
2 years ago
Medieval Chastity Belts: History Unlocked
Episode 256
Sexual purity was hugely importance in the medieval world, especially for women.
How did chastity work in practice? Why was it so important? And was t…
2 years ago
Sex in Ancient Mesopotamia
Episode 255
How sexually liberated were the people of Ancient Mesopotamia? In what is modern day Iraq and dates back to around 3000 BC.
The answer may surprise yo…
2 years ago
Underwear: Codpieces, Loin Cloths & Thongs
Episode 254
Whatever your underwear preferences, have you ever wondered about their history?
From the Tudor codpiece to Victorian bloomers, they've all got a stor…
2 years ago
What Did The Vikings Really Look Like?
Episode 253
Were the Vikings the original trendsetters?
Even when they were raiding the poor monks in Lindsfarne in 793, they were passing on hairstyles that anno…
2 years ago
Cruising & Cottaging: Sex in Public Places
Episode 252
With privacy being a modern luxury, where did people in the past go to meet and hook up? Public toilets were (and can still be) a popular option.
But …
2 years, 1 month ago
Ancient Goddesses: Rebellion, Magic & Sexual Liberation
Episode 251
Struggling for role models in the modern world? We've got your back, looking way back to the ancient world.
Join Kate and Jasmine Elmer, author of her…
2 years, 1 month ago
Pagan Ritual Nudity
Episode 250
Rituals are a big part of this funny human experience, aren't they?
Whether that's morning rituals like making your bed... or pagan rituals that invol…
2 years, 1 month ago