Episode 188: The Real Lady Whistledown and The Dance Plague of 1518

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Step back in time with us in this captivating episode as we explore two intriguing historical phenomena: the Regency Era and the enigmatic tale of The Dancing Plague of 1518.

First, we dive into the elegance, scandal, and societal intricacies of the Regency Era, a captivating period nestled between the Georgian and Victorian eras. We unravel the layers of this captivating epoch, delving into its fashion, etiquette, and the emergence of the "Female Tattler" – a clandestine world of gossip and intrigue that thrived in the shadows of high society.

But our journey doesn't stop there. We then transport you to the streets of 16th-century Strasbourg, where a bizarre and inexplicable phenomenon gripped the town: The Dancing Plague of 1518. Imagine a town consumed by an uncontrollable urge to dance, with hundreds of people moving in a trance-like state for days on end. We explore the theories behind this eerie event, from mass hysteria to religious fervor, unraveling the mystery that continues to baffle historians and scientists alike.

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