S1 Ep9: Women vs The Two-Wheeled Machine
When cycling first became popular, the very participation of women in the sport was a topic of a public debate. But what about the women that made the decision to participate? In this episode we're re...
23 Touko 202449min
S1 Ep8: Dirty Thirties aka Banana In Your Fruit Basket
In this episode we’re talking about 1930s song lyrics that have little to do with “cheek to cheek” and a lot to do with putting cheeks to other use. Warning! Strong language and heavy innuendos throug...
9 Touko 202422min
S1 Ep7: Plague? Put Some Eggs On It
What did 17th century people do when they had a headache? Where did they learn how to cook? In this episode we're reading questionable recipes - whether it's recipes for food, beauty or homemade medic...
25 Huhti 202422min
S1 Ep6: The Seances Are Never Held in the Dark
The existence of a secret world of spirits, only accessible through skilled mediums, was early 20th century’s favorite conspiracy theory. Today we’re reading reports on a Polish medium, Miss Tomczyk, ...
11 Huhti 202441min
S1 Ep5: What Has Changed Him?
In this episode we're looking at horrible 1930s magazine ads directed towards women. Maybe the reason your husband is cold recently is because your teeth has lost it's shine, or your blond has washed ...
28 Maalis 202442min
S1 Ep4: Being a Woman These Days is Double-Painful
Boys, friends, parties - we know teenage life is no joke. How was it in 1840s Poland? In this episode let’s delve into the writings of Celina Dominikowska, a dramatic Polish teen. [AD] This episode i...
14 Maalis 202437min
S1 Ep3: Why Don't They Design This?
In the world of American 1950s inventions, even regular housewives felt like they were just a step away from a genius patent and great success. But were their ideas any good?
29 Helmi 202426min
S1 Ep2: Don't Answer, It’s Useless
In this Valentine's Day episode, to keep ourselves grounded, we're reading letters that famous writers produced to end their tumultous relationships - both amicably and... not quite. TW: brief mentio...
14 Helmi 202432min
