Victorian Wardrobe Secrets

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Who Was The Witch Queen of Scotland?

The 17th century witch trials in Scotland were many and they were brutal.Amongst the many people tried for being a witch, one woman's confessions stood out for being the most scandalous across all of Europe: Isobel Gowdie.What made Isobel confess to having sex with the devil? Wha ...  Show more

The Most Scandalous Author in 19th-Century France

By the age of 30, George Sand's literary career was soaring. She was internationally renowned, outselling Victor Hugo in English. So why is she now better known for wearing mens clothes and having a relationship with Chopin?In this episode, Kate is joined once again by Fiona Samp ...  Show more

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