Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society

Most people would assume that the Kamasutra is a book of hundreds of fantastical sex positions.They would partly be right, but mostly wrong!Sex is a small part of this ancient text, which includes fascinating insights into 3rd century Indian culture. It also includes some extremely modern-sounding advice on how to dump a boring husband.What happened in the Victorian era that made us think it was a catalogue of sex positions? What are some of the more feminist-leanings it features? And how has it survived all these years?Taking us through the Kamasutra today is the legendary Wendy Doniger, author of Redeeming the Kamasutra.This episode was edited and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.Don’t miss out on the best offer in history! Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts.Get a subscription for £1 for 3 months with code BETWIXTTHESHEETS1 sign up now for your 14-day free trial https://historyhit/subscription/

The podcast discusses the real events behind the Outlander series, including the escape of Bonnie Prince Charlie dressed as an Irish spinning maid. It explores the use of sexual behavior and satire in a political context, as well as the evolution of cultural attitudes towards sexuality. The chapter also covers the victories achieved by the protagonist and the impact of the Jacobite uprising on Scotland's clans and culture.

Delve into Alexander the Great's personal life and sexual activities, explore his relationships with male and female lovers. Speculate on his sexuality and his encounter with an Amazonian Queen. Explore the romantic relationship between Bagoas and Alexander, and the aftermath of Alexander's death with power struggles among his allies.

Linguist legend Deborah Cameron explores the etymology and societal perceptions of swear words throughout history. From the f-word to nicknames for genitalia, she dives into the origins and offensive connotations of these words. This episode also delves into the usage of explicit language in medieval times and the importance of proper medical terminology.

Discover the ancient origins of sex in this fascinating podcast as Professor John Long discusses his discovery of fossils showing copulation in ancient armoured fishes. Explore the evolution of sexual pleasure, courtship rituals in ancient creatures, the diversity of animal sexuality, and the importance of understanding our place in nature.

From Frida Kahlo's monobrow to Queen Victoria's swollen armpit, this podcast explores the intriguing stories behind iconic body parts throughout history. Topics include Napoleon's allegedly auctioned off penis, Rasputin's penis, the early understanding of germ theory, resistance to handwashing, and the physical manifestations of inbreeding in historical figures.

Marlene Daut, author of Awakening The Ashes: An Intellectual History of the Haitian Revolution, joins the podcast to discuss the largest slave revolt in modern history. Topics include the role of women, vodou ceremonies, and the revolution's legacy.

Dr. Alex Comfort, a poet, novelist, anarchist, and philosopher, is the man behind the revolutionary book, The Joy of Sex, which sold over 12 million copies. Eric Laursen, author of Polymath, joins Kate to explore Comfort's work and the impact of his book on society. They discuss Comfort's ideas of anarchy and activism, as well as the philosophy of free love and the importance of communication in relationships. Don't miss this fascinating exploration of the book that changed sex forever!

Exploring the allure of Santa as a sexual fetish, the evolution of Father Christmas and the sexual allure of Santa Claus, and the dominant appeal and forbidden allure of Santa Claus. Also, touches on the decline in cellular function and the promotion of a new podcast series.

The words "the man, the myth, the legend" can easily apply to King Arthur.Today we're looking past the round table, the sword in the stone, and his magician mate Merlin to explore what his love life can tell us about this man.Did his love Guinevere really do the dirty on him with his mate Lancelot? What does his own love life say about him as a man?Today, dear friend of the show Eleanor Janega, host of sister podcast Gone Medieval and author of The Once And Future Sex, is joining Kate to separate the man from the myth and legend.This episode was edited by Tom Delargy and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.Don’t miss out on the best offer in history! Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts.Get a subscription for £1 for 3 months with code BETWIXTTHESHEETS1 sign up now for your 14-day free trial https://historyhit/subscription/