Orgasms & Skincare According to a Medieval Nun

<p>Hildegard of Bingen, the 12th century nun, was a certified genius and a true polymath.</p> <p>From her many side hustles to her skincare recommendations, she wrote about everything from what happens when the world ends to what the female orgasm feels like.</p> <p>Why would a celibate nun know about this? What did she have to say about swollen testicles? And why were her achievements so significant?</p> <p>Joining Kate today is the one and only Eleanor Janega, co-host of History Hit podcast Gone Medieval. You can also check out her website here: <a href="https://eleanorjanega.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://eleanorjanega.com/</a></p> <p>This episode was edited by Tom Delargy. The producer was Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.</p> <p>Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Sign <a href="https://www.historyhit.com/subscription/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u>here</u></a> for up to 50% for 3 months using code BETWIXT</p><p><u>You can take part in our listener survey</u><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/6FFT7MK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u> here</u></a><u>.</u></p> <p>Betwixt the Sheets: History of Sex, Scandal & Society is a History Hit podcast.</p><p>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: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/s/xhg6PJa" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/s/xhg6PJa</a></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>