What did 17th century people do when they had a headache? Where did they learn how to cook? In this episode we're reading questionable recipes - whether it's recipes for food, beauty or homemade medicine.

The existence of a secret world of spirits, only accessible through skilled mediums, was early 20th century’s favorite conspiracy theory. Today we’re reading reports on a Polish medium, Miss Tomczyk, who developed skills of telekinesis in the early 1900s – or did she? Let's find out!

In this episode we're looking at horrible 1930s magazine ads directed towards women. Maybe the reason your husband is cold recently is because your teeth has lost it's shine, or your blond has washed out? You can watch the video version here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KAXzvPAgC9TwgjIojvjtn?si=krHTu4gHTzeBSQ7iAJA6WQ Sources: The Smart Set, February 1930 The American Magazine, May 1936

Boys, friends, parties - we know teenage life is no joke. How was it in 1840s Poland? In this episode let’s delve into the writings of Celina Dominikowska, a dramatic Polish teen. [AD] This episode is sponsored by Incogni! Get Incogni here: ⁠⁠https://incogni.com/textory the original diary manuscript in Polish: https://polona.pl/item-view/323f4b4e-6ad9-4dce-ab90-b6a5648977fc

In the world of American 1950s inventions, even regular housewives felt like they were just a step away from a genius patent and great success. But were their ideas any good?  

In this Valentine's Day episode, to keep ourselves grounded, we're reading letters that famous writers produced to end their tumultous relationships - both amicably and... not quite. TW: brief mention of s*icide attempt

Welcome to Textory! In this episode we’re having a look at court records from 17th century London – particularly those involving not only petty theft, but the theft of the pettiest kind... 

Hi guys! Welcome to Textory, where we will dissect historical texts in all shapes and forms - be it someone's whiny letters, spicy diaries, outdated news articles, crime records, recipes or song lyrics. If you like someone else's tea, especially when it's hundreds of years old, this podcast is for you!