Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society Napoleon's Penis & Other Iconic Body Parts From History
Jan 2, 2024
From Frida Kahlo's monobrow to Queen Victoria's swollen armpit, this podcast explores the intriguing stories behind iconic body parts throughout history. Topics include Napoleon's allegedly auctioned off penis, Rasputin's penis, the early understanding of germ theory, resistance to handwashing, and the physical manifestations of inbreeding in historical figures.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Vital Organs: Unveiling the Stories Behind Iconic Body Parts
02:15 • 15min
Early Understanding of Germ Theory, Resistance to Hand Washing by Doctors, and Queen Victoria's Use of Chloroform
17:41 • 4min
Inbreeding and Historical Body Parts
22:04 • 16min
Where to Find the Speaker and Book Information
38:17 • 2min