For the Love of History - world history, women’s history, weird history

If you're a fantasy lover like me, the mere mention of druids might conjure up images of wise, bearded wizards, powerful witches, and nature-bound warriors straight out of "Lord of the Rings" or "Game of Thrones." But who were the real druids, and how much of what we "know" is merely Roman propaganda or modern fantasy? Buckle up my delicious little doughnut, as we embark on a journey to unravel th...

Step right up, history BFFs! Today, we're diving headfirst into the ancient Mesopotamian saga of Enheduanna, a woman who defied the odds, battled patriarchal nonsense, and penned the very first poem in recorded history. But hold onto your clay tablets, because this story's got more twists and turns than a Sumerian soap opera! Picture it: ancient Mesopotamia, where clay tablets were all the rage, a...

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The season is almost over, but that doesn't mean the episodes get less exciting! This week we take a look at The Women of the Mexican Revolution! They are exactly as badass as they sound! We're going to take a look at the different types of Soldaderas there were, what function and role they played, and how they were almost wiped from history! ____________________________________________________ 💙...

You are not gonna guess how long the "disease" hysteria has been plaguing humanity! 😱 In this week's episode, we take a deep dive into the history of hysteria and take a look at how this sexist phenomenon still affects us 4,000 years after it first reared its ugly head. Spicy TK definitely makes an appearance in this episode, and we have garbage humans that follow us from ancient Egypt to Greece,...

This week I had the incredible privilege to interview author Jasmine Brown. We discussed Black women's history and the struggles pioneering Black women physicians faced from the Civil War to today. Join us as we discuss the ups and downs of writing a book as a med school student during the pandemic and the highs and lows of uncovering these incredible stories. 💜💜If you'd like to learn more about...

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Morality lessons, and cannibals! This episode took me on a journey that I did not expect! I thought we were just gonna talk about some badass lady fighters on an island but instead, we're hopping in our little time machine to learn about "morals" or at least what the ancient Greek and Japanese, Buddhists thought morals were! We're going to encounter nymphs, witches, Amazon warriors, and cannibals!...

You are not gonna believe how long the history of pancakes is!! From literal Neanderthals to the International House of Pancakes, this week we're learning, the ins and outs of pancake history, and how pancakes can tell us more about culture than you might think! ______________________________________________________________________ 4th anniversary LIVE QUIZ!!! Sign up here: https://docs.google.com...

It's time to set the record straight with Lady Mary Tudor! Was she really bloody Mary, was she as terrible as some history books make her out to be? Join me in conversation with Amanda Schiavo as we dive into the Tudor world and set the record straight. We'll also get a peek into her incredible historical fiction In Her Own Right You can find Amanda here! Buy the Book https://www.blackrosewriting....

Bet you didn't know South America had sarcophagi!? This week we take a deep dive into the history and culture of Peru's lost civilization and learn about the ones the Inca call the Cloud Warriors. So grab your snacks and hop in the time machine!! ⭐️⭐️Calm History!⭐️⭐️ Try the new podcast, Calm History: https://www.calmhistory.com/ Further Reading ANDEAN CLOUD FOREST The Mystery of the Ancient...

Women and poison go way back, from Aqua Tofana to slipping arsenic into a husband's soup. Today we're going WAY back, 3BCE back to a time when a girl's horoscope could catapult her into a life of poison and assassination. It's time to peel back the mystery and misconception to reveal the true story of the Viṣakanyā, the poison maidens of India. Hurry up and press play!!! ⭐️⭐️Calm History!⭐️⭐️...

Welcome to the world of two 18th-century girls who want nothing more than to live on their terms. But both you and I know the likelihood of that is slim to none. Author, Poet, and writing teacher Carmela A Martino joins us on the podcast today to tell us all about her newest book Playing by Heart, the story inspired by mathematician Maria Gaetana Agnesi and composer Maria Teresa Agnesi. Join us as...

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Happy season 8 friend, and what better way to start than with a love story! Except, this isn't your ordinary love story. We're taking it back to the 1300s today friend, to uncover the chilling and slightly unhinged story of two star-crossed lovers. Further Reading The Tale of Peter and Inês Medieval Love Story: King Pedro and Inês de Castro Inês de Castro - The Haunting Story of the Posthumous Que...

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I had the immense pleasure of interviewing Elizabeth B. White and Joanna Sliwa about their upcoming book The Counterfeit Countess. Dr. White and Dr. Sliwa are two real-life history detectives in this decades-long mystery to discover the true story of the countess that negotiated with Nazis and entered the deadliest concentration camp in history to provide food and support to the prisoners inside....

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Finally!! an empress Baddie episode!!! Further Reading Power and Womanhood in Africa: An Introductory Evaluation Current Perspectives on African Folklore Amina of Zaria | Encyclopedia.com QUEEN AMINA (1533-1610) Queen Bakwa of Turunku – African Heritage Queen Amina of Zaria - Warrior of Present Day Nigeria - Fulaba | Exclusive Jewelry from African High Culture The role of Nigerian women | Gender E...

Well, friend, even though this week's episode schedule went a little bit wonky. I am so excited to bring you the history of a Welsh Warrior queen! In this episode, the wonderful Callie from FM Fish: ADHD for Grown-ups podcast tells us about Welsh history and one of my new favorite warrior ladies!!! Tune in to find out more!! More Callie Podcast Spotify Apple Instagram Want more For the Love of His...

The forgotten caves nurses of Okinawa. When we talk about World War II in Japan the majority of what People learn is all about Hiroshima and Nagasaki, both incredibly important historical events don’t get me wrong but because of this many stories go untold. I must admit that it wasn’t until this year that I learned about the Okinawa cave nurses. But once I heard their story I had to tell other peo...

Understanding politics can be a daunting and challenging task. But in this episode, Dr. Ali simplifies the history of the two-party system and explains how independents are transforming the system for the better. He discusses his book, which breaks down everything in detail. I promise you'll be amazed just as I was after listening to it! Order your copy here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

4 thousand-year-old trees, ancient rituals, millions of trade miles, and mummification! What do these all have in common? The history of olive oil! Join me as the incomparable Claudia Hanna spins the tale of olive oil through the ages and even gives us some delicious expert insight. If you'd like more fun food history please check out Clauida's podcast! All links are below!! Find Claudia Here!! If...

Our final spooky episode of 2023!! We're ending it with a bang by talking about the OG vampire, and it's not who you think! DISCOUNT CODE: THANKU10 Want more For the Love of History?! Instagram Patreon Merch!!! Email: fortheloveofhistorypod@gmail.com www.fortheloveofhistorypod.com Voice mail!! Further Reading The Real History That Went Into Bram Stoker's Dracula | Time One of Dracula’s Often Overl...

Are you ready to dive into the world of vengeful ghosts and garbage humans?! This week we're taking a look at the history of Japanese ghost stories sure to make you shriek in fright and also light the fire of righteous vengeance in you! So what are you waiting for!! Press, play!! So what are you waiting for!! Press, play!! 👻👻 Magic mind link! (https://www.magicmind.com/historypod) Discount Code:...