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13th Feb 2025

EP - 95 - Dirty Secrets of Cleanliness: A History of Soap in the Western World

Welcome, friends!

Soap- humble yet essential- has cleansed, healed, and even defined social status for millennia. But have you ever wondered where it all began? In this episode, we explore the history of soap in the Western world, from its ancient origins in Mesopotamia to the luxurious soaps of Marseille and the transformative innovations of the Industrial Revolution.

Join me as I uncover the fascinating -and sometimes dirty- history behind one of humanity's most vital creations.

Tune in, and you'll never look at soap the same way again!

Are You Ready?

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Sources:

Marseille soap

https://www.marseille-tourisme.com/en/discover-marseille/traditions/marseille-soap/

The dirty history of soap

Written By: Judith Ridner

Professor of History, Mississippi State University

https://theconversation.com/the-dirty-history-of-soap-136434

A Brief History of Soap Making

https://www.cosycottagesoap.co.uk/blogs/news/the-history-of-soap-making?srsltid=AfmBOoqp7VRglQpbrfNQ8ivrXOvx04zMCP_Jfr1aBPEdaahD8oKQnJWL

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Buckle up and get ready as I delve into a variety of topics regarding physical beauty.

We'll take a look at our society's obsession with physical beauty and the consequences these impossible beauty standards have had on us.
Let's face it; this fascination regarding physical beauty and body image isn't a recent phenomenon; it has been around for centuries, crossing borders, and has affected men and women alike.
The realization of this podcast has come about by my own experiences having to deal with society's perverse notion of physical "perfection" and researching an array of topics that have intrigued me over the years.
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Hey there!
I'm Carissa, host, content creator, and producer of the indie podcast Beauty Unlocked.
Growing up, I was frequently compared and criticized for my looks and weight. This started the vicious cycle of being self-critical and loathing my body. I knew I wasn't the only one suffering from society's ridiculous notion of what "we should look like." I started digging deeper and researching various topics, and the rest is h(er)story!
Beauty Unlocked The Podcast aims to educate and bring awareness of our society's obsession with physical beauty and the emotional consequences these impossible beauty standards have. Beauty Unlocked's social media platform showcases not only my work but that of other artists, illustrators, and fellow podcasters that I admire and that share a similar message of inspiration, empowerment, positivity, and raising awareness on a variety of social issues.