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Jul 21
1h 31m

A History of Menstruation Conspiracy The...

CAKE MEDIA
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Why has something as natural as menstruation been shrouded in shame, secrecy, and silence for centuries? In this episode, Alesha from The Bizarre AF joins me as we trace the blood trail through history - from ancient cultures that worshipped the menstrual cycle to the rise of patriarchal systems that demonized and medicalized it. We’ll dive into strange peri ... Show More
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