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Footnotes of the Past

Footnotes of the Past

By: Joleen clay
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Ever wonder about the bizarre details that textbooks leave out? Welcome to "Footnotes of the Past," the podcast that uncovers history's strangest, most overlooked tales hiding in plain sight.

Each week, we dive into the peculiar corners of human history to bring you extraordinary stories that somehow slipped through the cracks. From the emperor who declared war on Neptune and ordered his soldiers to stab the sea, to the dancing plague that swept through medieval Europe, to the forgotten genius whose inventions changed the world but whose name you've never heard.

"Footnotes of the Past" isn't about the history you learned in school—it's about everything they didn't teach you. Join us as we explore the weird, wonderful, and occasionally disturbing tales that conventional history brushed aside.

Subscribe now to discover the stories that history forgot, but we remembered. New episodes every Friday. RSSVERIFY

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Episodes
  • The Hygiene of Old....or The Lack of it

    The Hygiene of Old....or The Lack of it
    May 2 2025

    As it goes with everything from our history, it's a lot different than the modern times we have today. And that includes the hygiene rituals... But according to society of the 17th-18th century, bathing wasn't that important. Only your rank...

    So grab your nose plugs & let's dive in!
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    8 mins
  • From Fabric Fines to Animal Trials

    From Fabric Fines to Animal Trials
    Mar 23 2025

    Ever wondered what would happen if a pig stood trial for murder? Or if you could be fined for just wearing lace? Get ready to step back in time as we unravel the bizarre and hilarious laws of the 17th and 18th centuries.

    From fashion crimes to courtroom drama involving livestock, these historical oddities will make you laugh, cringe, maybe even appreciate modern laws a little more. Don't miss this journey through the quirky corners of history. Tune in now!
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    6 mins
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