Julia Martins

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.