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The Circumstances of Elizabeth I's Death
In this episode, we look at the possible causes of Elizabeth I's death, including illness, age, infection, and the limits of Tudor medicine. We explo…
1 week, 6 days ago
Exposing Medieval Myths Everyone Believes
In this episode, we break down popular "facts" about the Middle Ages that are actually wrong, from filthy streets to clueless peasants and brutal eve…
2 weeks ago
Orpheus and Eurydice: A Myth of Loss
In this episode, we explore the tragic Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice and how one glance changed their fate forever. We look at love, loss, the u…
2 weeks, 1 day ago
Inside Ancient Egyptian Medical Practices
In this episode, we explore a typical day in the life of an ancient Egyptian doctor, from examining patients to mixing remedies and reciting healing …
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Tavern Characters of the Middle Ages
In this episode, we explore what a typical day inside a medieval tavern looked like, from morning preparations to crowded evening gatherings. We look…
2 weeks, 3 days ago
Challenging Life in the Stone Age
In this episode, we explore why life in the Stone Age was far more dangerous and demanding than most people imagine. We look at the brutal challenges…
2 weeks, 5 days ago
Medieval Myths: The Truth Finally Emerges
In this episode, we explore medieval historical myths that turned out to have real evidence behind them, from legendary battles to strange customs an…
2 weeks, 6 days ago
The Catastrophes of Year 536
In this episode, we explore why the year 536 is often called the worst year to be alive, from a mysterious volcanic winter to crop failures and wides…
3 weeks ago
Victorian Era Hygiene: Myths and Realities
In this episode, we explore what hygiene was really like in the Victorian era, from bathing habits and public sanitation to the dangers of polluted c…
3 weeks, 1 day ago
Culinary Curiosities of Ancient Rome
In this episode, we explore what junk food looked like in Ancient Rome, from street snacks and fried foods to quick meals sold in busy marketplaces. …
3 weeks, 2 days ago