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Jill Burke
Professor and author of "How to Be a Renaissance Woman: The Untold History of Beauty and Female Creativity." Expert on Renaissance beauty and the history of pubic hair.
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Nov 26, 2024
• 45min
History of Pubic Hair
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In this engaging discussion, Professor Jill Burke, author of "How to Be a Renaissance Woman," dives into the surprising history of pubic hair. She reveals how grooming practices evolved from Ancient Greece to the Renaissance and explores the bizarre use of pubic wigs, or merkins. Jill also uncovers the dark links between hair removal and witch trials, alongside societal pressures on women's grooming choices. With insights into how beauty standards shifted over centuries, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the intersection of body hair and cultural norms.
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