Why It Sucked to Be a Medieval "Dentist"

Why It Sucked to Be a Medieval "Dentist"

In this episode, we explore the world of the medieval tooth-drawer, a skilled craftsperson managing dental pain without modern medicine. We learn about their extensive practical training and the blend of herbal knowledge, rudimentary tools, and unwavering presence required for their daily work in bustling market squares and intimate private homes.

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The Dark Side of Medieval Popes

The Dark Side of Medieval Popes

In this episode, we look at the medieval popes whose corruption, ambition, feuds, and personal scandals shook the Church. We explore how their actions influenced religion, politics, and public trust d...

13 Jun 2h 58min

Vikings and Their Cold Night Survival

Vikings and Their Cold Night Survival

In this episode, we explore how the Vikings stayed alive through the coldest nights of the year using shelters, fire, layered clothing, and shared living spaces. We look at the practical survival meth...

12 Jun 2h 49min

Waste Disposal in Medieval Times

Waste Disposal in Medieval Times

In this episode, we explore how medieval cities dealt with human waste, dirty water, and trash before modern plumbing. We look at the rules, workers, gutters, cesspits, and public habits that kept cro...

12 Jun 2h 49min

Living Through Victorian London’s Struggles

Living Through Victorian London’s Struggles

In this episode, we explore how someone could survive Victorian London, from avoiding disease and crime to navigating overcrowded streets, dangerous work, and polluted air. We also look at how class, ...

7 Jun 2h 22min

The Brutal Truth of the Oregon Trail

The Brutal Truth of the Oregon Trail

In this episode, we look at why the real Oregon Trail was far harsher than the game version, from disease and exhaustion to dangerous river crossings and scarce supplies. We also explore how bad plann...

6 Jun 2h 59min

The Obscure Vegetables of the Middle Ages

The Obscure Vegetables of the Middle Ages

In this episode, we talk about the unusual vegetables that medieval farmers once grew. Discover how these crops contributed to biodiverse farming practices. Made by Humans + AI Box, Get 80+ AI Models...

5 Jun 2h 42min

Understanding Crime in Ancient Rome

Understanding Crime in Ancient Rome

In this episode, we explore what crime and punishment looked like in Ancient Rome, from theft and corruption to exile, slavery, and execution. We also look at how Roman justice depended heavily on soc...

4 Jun 2h 37min

Living Through the Black Death: Survivors' Guide

Living Through the Black Death: Survivors' Guide

In this episode, we look at what it would have taken to survive the Black Plague, from avoiding crowded cities to relying on isolation and basic sanitation. We also explore how luck, location, and lim...

3 Jun 2h 57min

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