History Extra podcast A surprising history of sex between men
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May 14, 2024 Historian Noel Malcolm uncovers a complex history of same-sex relationships in early modern Europe and the Ottoman world. He explores societal attitudes towards male-male sexual encounters, the evolution of same-sex relationships across European history, and the influence of Italian writings and English literature. Podcast discusses the transition from church to secular laws on sodomy, highlighting the nuances and complexities of historical sexual behaviors.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Evolution of Same-Sex Relationships Across European History
04:05 • 27min
Exploring Evidence and Cultural Representations of Same-Sex Relationships in 17th Century Europe
30:44 • 3min
Historical Perspectives on Sodomy, Religious Taboos, and Clerical Misconduct
33:47 • 3min
Exploring the Complexity of Historical Sexual Behavior
37:13 • 2min