What makes a heartthrob? Is he brooding, flamboyant or a bad boy? And what qualities translate to sex symbol status in society?

Which men have made the hearts of young (heterosexual) women flutter over the centuries? And why?

Today, Carol Dyhouse joins Kate to talk about the history of famous men who have lit women’s hearts on fire.

*WARNING There are adult themes and naughty words in this episode*

Produced by Charlotte Long and Sophie Gee. Mixed by Anisha Deva.

Betwixt the Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society. A podcast by History Hit.

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