You're Dead to Me The Bloomsbury Group
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Jan 19, 2024 Dr Jane Goldman and comedian Suzi Ruffell join Greg Jenner to delve into the eccentric lives and cultural impact of the Bloomsbury Group in 1920s London. They discuss the avant-garde lifestyles, unconventional relationships, and artistic output of intellectuals like Virginia Woolf and E. M. Forster. The episode explores the group's infamous love triangles, their support for various movements, and their boundary-pushing artistic endeavors. With humor and unique perspectives, the discussion takes us on a journey through the bohemian world of the Bloomsbury Group.
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Ottoline Morrell's Party
- Lady Ottoline Morrell threw a party in 1915 showcasing Bloomsbury's values.
- It featured art, queer dancing, cross-dressing, and open discussions about sexuality, highlighting their experimental lifestyle.
Bloomsbury's Unconventional Living
- The Bloomsbury Group challenged social norms by moving to a less fashionable area.
- This move, initiated by Virginia Woolf and her siblings, reflected their rejection of traditional expectations.
Breaking Barriers
- Lytton Strachey asked about a stain on Vanessa Bell's dress, openly inquiring, "Semen?"
- This broke down barriers and led to open conversations about sex, demonstrating Bloomsbury's embrace of unconventional topics.