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The Brontë Sisters: Wild Moors and Wuthering Words
This week, as the last installment of our "Month of Macabre," Stauney and Sadie journey to the windswept moors of Yorkshire to uncover the haunting lives and works of the Bront sistersCharlotte, Emi
Echoes from the Beyond: The Fox Sisters and Victorian Deathcraft
This week, to continue our "Month of Macabre", Stauney and Sadie explore the Victorian eras obsession with death and its intricate mourning traditionshair art, death portraits, and mourning dollsal
Twisted Lullabies: Nursery Rhymes' Hidden Histories
This week, Stauney and Sadie introduce the dark origins of nursery rhymes. While these seemingly innocent songs have become a staple of childhood, many were born from grim histories of plagues, politi
The Highest Paid Supermodel in the World: Suzy Parker
This week, Stauney introduces us to Suzy Parker. As one of the most iconic faces of 1950s fashion and, at one point, the highest-paid supermodel in the world, Suzy Parker redefined the standards of be
The Supermodel Who Inspired Holly Golightly: Dorian Leigh
This week, Sadie introduces us to Dorian Leigh. Often hailed as one of the first true supermodels, Dorian Leigh not only defined an era of beauty and style but also inspired one of literature and film
Brushing Past the Boys’ Club: The Pre-Raphaelite Sisterhood
This week, Stauney and Sadie dive into the uncredited women who played pivotal roles during one of the biggest boys' clubs in art history: the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. We'll introduce you to trailb
Elsa Schiaparelli: The Lost Luminary of Haute Couture
This week, Stauney introduces us to one of Coco Chanels fiercest rivals and a name experiencing a resurgence in the fashion world: Elsa Schiaparelli.
Not Here to Make Friends: How Reality TV Shapes (and Warps) Society
This week, Sadie and Stauney dive into one of society's most debated pastimes: Reality Television. Whether you love or loathe it, there's no denying these shows' significant cultural footprint on our
Honoring the Native Wilderness: Emily Carr
Emily Carr, one of British Columbias most celebrated painters, brought the vibrant spirit of Fauvism to North America, illuminating the deep artistic and cultural ties between the northern tribes and
Queen Mother of Black Dance: Katherine Dunham
This week, Sadie introduces us to Katherine Dunham, famous for her anthropology research and introduction of tribal dance styles to the modern stage.