Shag, Marry, Kill: Roman Emperor Edition
Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society
08/29/25
•35m
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Which would be better for a fling, which would you not touch with a barge pole, and which is marriage material? There's only one way to find out.
This episode was edited by Tim Arstall and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.
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Origins of Virginity
August 26, 2025
•49m
From luring in unicorns to protecting the Roman Empire, myths have surrounded virginity for centuries. But is virginity itself a myth?
In this episode from the archive, Kate speaks to Anke Bernau about where the so-called cherry comes from, what it stands for and why it has been important throughout history.
*WARNING there are mentions of sexual assault in this episode*
Produced by Charlotte Long and Sophie Gee. Mixed by Peter Dennis.
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History's Worst F*ckboys: Charles II
September 2, 2025
•44m
Our mini-series exploring the worst f*ckboys in history is back!
In today's episode, Kate is joined by Dr. David Taylor of Oxford University to get to know the so-called Merry Monarch and the many women in his life.
Was it better to be married or be a mistress to Charles II? How many lovers did he really have? And was Restoration England as fun as it sounded?
This episode was edited by Amy Haddow and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer is Charlotte Long.
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All music from Epidemic Sounds.
Betwixt the Sheets: History of Sex, Scandal & Society is a History Hit podcast.
Voting is now open for the Listener's Choice Award at this year's Podcast Awards! UK & Ireland listeners please place your vote on the Spotify mobile app here: https://open.spotify.com/s/xhg6PJa
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