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Harlots and Hearses

Follow Grace each week as she dives into the history of sex, death, and everything in between. Every episode she will take a look into the archives and sources looking to peel back the curtains of the past to show that history is not just something of dates and numbers. But of gossip, intrigue, and most importantly relatability. Showing that the stories that often got cast to the side and hidden, are actually the most interesting of all.

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64:28

Madame Leeson: a Madam before her time

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/10/31

In this episode we go on a journey back to the Georgian era, exploring the life of Madame Margaret Leeson, a Dublin madam and prostitute. Discover the challenges and societal pressures she faced, her candid reflections on virtue and vice, and the poignant story of her memoir. Grace delves into the complexities of Leeson's life, offering insights into the historical context and personal struggles that shaped her narrative. Join us for a compelling exploration of history, morality, and

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64:09

Dr. Gisella Perl: The Angel of Auschwitz

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/10/16

In this episodes, Grace delves into the harrowing yet inspiring story of Dr. Gisella Peal, known as the "Angel of Auschwitz." Through the lens of Perl's experiences, Grace explores the unimaginable horrors of the Holocaust, the resilience of the human spirit, and the difficult choices made to preserve life amidst despair. This episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of remembering history to prevent its repetition. Trigger warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics including the

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42:38

Mary Toft: Birther of Rabbits?

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/09/26

This week's episode unravels the bizarre tale of Mary Toft, the woman who claimed to have given birth to rabbits in 1726. This episode delves into the frenzy that captivated 18th-century Britain, drawing the attention of King George I and the media. Grace explores the societal and medical implications of this historical hoax, examining its impact on the professions involved and the lessons it holds for us today. Tune in for a fascinating journey into a story where truth was indeed stranger than

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55:01

Arsenic and "Incest": A Love Story of the Ages

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/09/11

This weeks episodes delves into a scandalous 1765 court case from Scotland, involving murder, poison, and "incest?" Discover the tangled web of relationships and deceit surrounding Catherine Nairn and Patrick Ogilvy, as they navigate accusations of murder and forbidden love. Was justice truly served, or did the truth remain hidden? Tune in to explore this historical mystery and its dramatic courtroom proceedings.Sources: https://wellcomecollection.org/works/je6gyqj4/items

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35:34

Taverns on the Towne: Tavern Life in Colonial Charleston

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/08/29

This week's episode takes us back to Charleston, Colonial Charleston that is! Discover how taverns served as meeting points for the elite and common folk alike, offering a space for business deals, social gatherings, and even entertainment. From the lively streets of Meeting and Broad to the intricate dynamics of class and control, this episode delves into the multifaceted role of taverns in shaping Charleston's history.

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35:34

Taverns on the Towne: Tavern Life in Colonial Charleston

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/08/29

This week's episode takes us back to Charleston, Colonial Charleston that is! Discover how taverns served as meeting points for the elite and common folk alike, offering a space for business deals, social gatherings, and even entertainment. From the lively streets of Meeting and Broad to the intricate dynamics of class and control, this episode delves into the multifaceted role of taverns in shaping Charleston's history.

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65:29

Wives for Sale: The Colonial Jamestown Story

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/08/14

This week's episode explores the intricate cultural and social dynamics of early Jamestown. Delve into the lives of the Jamestown Brides, women who were hand picked to raise and fund the colony, and uncover how their presence shaped the colony's social fabric.Sources: Jamestown Brides

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58:29

Jamestown & the Starving Times: What the Disney's...

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/08/07

This week's episode takes us back to the early 1600s as we explore the grim realities faced by the Jamestown settlers during the infamous 'Starving Time.' In this episode, Grace Ardis sheds light on the struggles, survival tactics, and the stark contrast between myth and reality in one of America's first colonies. Discover the untold stories of hardship and resilience that shaped the course of history.Sources Jamestown, the Truth Revealed To Feast on Us as Their Prey George Percy's : Trewe

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59:00

Charlottes Hayes: Covent Garden's Everlasting "It Girl"

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/07/24

In this episode, Grace's delves into the life of Charlotte Hayes, a woman who carved out a name for herself in 18th-century London. Born into a world of complexity and contradiction, Charlotte's journey from Genoa to becoming a renowned madam is both fascinating and controversial. Discover how she navigated societal expectations, maintained her status, and left a legacy that continues to intrigue. Join us as we explore the intricacies of her life, her relationships, and the impact she had on her

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48:50

Harris's List of Covent Garden Ladies: an 18th Yelp...

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/07/17

This week's episode takes us to the bawdy streets of 18th-century London. Grace explores the history and cultural impact of "Harris's List of Covent Garden Ladies," a notorious directory that rated and reviewed the city's prostitutes. Learn about the key figures behind its creation, the social dynamics of Covent Garden, and how this publication offers a unique glimpse into the lives of women who shaped the era.Sources used: Covent Garden LadiesHarris's List of Covent Garden Ladies, 1788

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49:20

Burke & Hare: Murders for Medicine, Part 2

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/07/10

This week's episode takes us back the city of Edinburgh during the year 1828. Grace explores the end of Burke and Hare story and how their murder spree would go on to change not only the city of Edinburgh but medical history forever. Additionally it shows the true meaning of Karma's a B*tch Sources mentioned: Anatomy of Murders by Lisa RosnerTrial of William Burke and Helen M'Dougal Supplement to the Trial of William BurkeBodies and Bureaucracy

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62:33

Burke & Hare: Murders for Medicine, Part 1

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/07/03

This week's episode takes us to the winding streets of Edinburgh in 1828 to follow the Case of the Notorious serial killers William Burke & William Hare. Grace explores how the the rising medical culture of 19th century Edinburgh created the perfect environment for these two men to kill 16 people and then sell the bodies to surgeons.Sources mentioned: Anatomy of Murders by Lisa RosnerTrial of William Burke and Helen M'Dougal Supplement to the Trial of William Burke

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42:59

Who Were the Casket Girls?

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/06/26

This week's episode takes us to colonial Louisiana and Paris during the period 1718 -1721. Grace looks to break down the the true story of who the Casket Girls were, the horrid treatment they faced in the French Prison system and then in the erasure of their story. Hear about just who the founding women of Louisiana really were!Sources mentioned: Mutinous Women: How French Convicts Became Founding Mothers of the Gulf Coast Bienville’s Brides: Virgins or Prostitutes? 1719-1721

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42:14

Madam Belle Cora: Influencer of the West

Harlots and Hearses ·

2025/06/18

Grace is a forever a lover of history, so much so that she went back to school to get her master's in it. This week's episode takes us back to the years 1849-1855 to the heart of the Gold Rush in San Francisco. Following the life of one of the most successful Madams of the city during this period: Madam Belle Cora, Grace explores just how fast Belle and similar women rose in society and just how fast they could fall.Sources mentioned : The Fair but Frail: Prostitution in San Francisco by Jacqueline

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