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This 2022 episode covers Lucy Hobbs, later Lucy Hobbs Taylor, who pursued a career in dentistry before that was recognized as an acceptable vocation for a woman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Tracy talks about the mixed bag nature of Elizabeth Bisland, and the hosts talk about their own travel experiences. Holly shares the less-than-noble character trait that she shares with Flaubert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

When Madame Bovary was written in the 1850s, it fell under the accusing eye of the French government for its perceived immorality. Flaubert recognized that the trial would only stoke interest, and that it would set the tone for his career. Research: Barzun, Jacques. “Gustave Flau ... Show More

<p>Today the old pie-in-the-face gag is a well-worn comedy trope — but how did it become so famous? In part one of this two-part series, Ben and Noel explore the surprising history of pies, cinema and comedy.</p><p> </p> Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.ih ... Show More

Scenes of Victorian Christmas feasts conjure visions of roasting chestnuts on a lively fire, roast goose on the platter, and a flaming plum pudding with, of course some mince pie and fruitcake. British Food Historian Annie Gray discusses the history of the foods of Christmas past ... Show More

Lynnie, Shantal and Gary share a fan story follow up from a fan who previously shared a very interesting story about his fetishes . The fan shares when he started being interested in watching women pour their feet shavings into a man's mouth, licking their shows and ultimately hu ... Show More

“You know how loud he snores? Ninety decibels. That’s the equivalent of sleeping beside a pneumatic drill.” This week, two stories about dogs. Oh how we love them! Even if, like Stanley, they snore and have – um – “digestive problems”, or if, like Arthur, they add a whole new lev ... Show More

Cinderella's father is alive, and her stepsisters mutilate their feet to fit into the golden shoe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Today’s hungry song is not just about food but the whole delicious buffet, prepped, cooked, garnished and served up for you to relish! And I’m gonna make you forget all about the song’s bizarre take on pies, with my Cherry Pie and a few other warm n gooey pie stories. Let’s dive ... Show More

Step back in time with me and let me tickle your fancy because in this episode I dip my toes into the long and interesting history of the foot fetish. From ancient Chinese foot binding to unusual findings during the AIDS epidemic, it seems we've long had a fascination with our fe ... Show More

<p>Martha Stewart and Gwyneth Paltrow,&nbsp;lifestyle mavens turned delightfully petty frenemies. What began with clashing domestic philosophies has devolved into an epically snarky feud. They give a masterclass in shade-throwing over vagina candles, "jailbird pie," and jade eggs ... Show More

In this weeks episode of Sisters in the City Anna and Mandi introduce listeners to their first, last and eternal love: food! Taking you on a delicious journey from how food is intertwined with their culture, why they have no plans on learning how to cook anytime soon and wether s ... Show More