
If you always believed the myths that the Victorians were “prudish” and “repressed,” this podcast may inspire you to reconsider! In each episode, host Marisa D discusses a not-so-well-known aspect of life during the Victorian Era (1837 - 1901) that will intrigue and surprise you.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 58 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Category | History | ||||

Just a (not so) quick and (mostly unscripted) explanation of why the show is going on hiatus until December, which ends with my reading of Edgar Allan Poe’s poem, “Spirits of the Dead.” ***** References Poe, Edgar Allan. “Spirits of the Dead.” https:... more
In the second episode of my 2-part examination of the life and career of Sir William Crookes (1832-1919), I explore events that inspired his interest in spiritualism, his unique methods of combining his studies in this area with his scientific backgr... more
I first learned about British physicist and chemist Sir William Crookes (1832-1919) several months ago, while working on my episode on X-rays. Recently, while reading Violet Tweedale’s Ghosts I Have Seen and Other Psychic Experiences, I learned that ... more
If you spend any time learning about Victorian Era funeral and burial etiquette, chances are you’ll come across an illustration of a Fisk Patent Air-Tight Metallic Burial Case…and once you do, you’ll never forget it. I discuss the circumstances that ... more
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I love this podcast so much. Well researched & always interesting & entertaining, this is a must listen for anyone for anyone who wants to learn more about Victorian history/culture/society.
This show is great. I enjoy the sound and gravitas of the host. The topics and research into them are informative and interesting. No matter what, you should give these short episodes a listen.
-Owen
This is a great history podcast for the Victorian Era!
Great, short episodes, book ended with snippets of Victorian literature.
Wonderful background music that supports the tone of the material it accompanies in the episode.
The host, Marisa, has a strong clear voice, especially in the Trailer "Coming in August..." Listeners will enjoy it.
Potential downside is differing host audio setup / quality per episode. This may be a creative choice to underline the material being covered, but that i... more
I’ve been listening to this podcast since the beginning and it just keeps getting better. Marisa is a smart and entertaining host. Every episode is very well researched and chock full of information about the more odd and lesser known aspects of life in the Victorian era, which I find so fascinating. Looking forward to more great episodes! Give this podcast a listen and within a few episodes you’ll realize the magic of it.
I love things on the life of the Victorians
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Apple Podcasts | #175 |
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