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Julia Martins
Historian and creator of the Living History YouTube channel and blog, specialising in early modern and Renaissance history with expertise in hygiene, medicine and daily life.
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Jan 23, 2026
• 42min
How Filthy was the Renaissance?
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Dr. Julia Martins, a historian specializing in early modern and Renaissance history, dives into the surprising realities of hygiene during the Renaissance. She uncovers misconceptions about bathing, detailing the decline of communal baths and the complexities of early medicinal practices. Julia also discusses urban waste management, revealing efforts to keep cities clean, and explores cultural attitudes toward menstruation. With insights on beauty standards and hazardous cosmetic recipes, listeners get a fascinating look at a period often romanticized yet rife with filth.
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