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EPISODE · Jan 15, 2025 · 47 MIN

Did Free Love Fuel the Suffrage Movement?

from Rainy Day Rabbit Holes: History Unhinged · host Rainy Day Rabbit Holes

Free Love & Feminism in 1860s PNW-The Extraordinary Life of Eliza Woodard Hurd DeWolfeUncover the wild story of free love advocate Eliza DeWolfe in 1800s Pacific Northwest. Scandal, feminism, and boldness await! Listen now!Ever wondered how free love, feminism, and scandal shaped the 1800s Pacific Northwest? Join Shea and guest Caitlyn from PNW Haunts and Homicides as they dive into the life of Eliza Woodard Hurd DeWolfe. This episode unravels tales of unconventional relationships, daring dress reform, and the enduring fight for women’s suffrage. Packed with humor, history, and heartfelt moments, it’s a wild ride into the past.Discover the roots of the free love movement and its surprising ties to early feminism. Follow the bold actions of Eliza DeWolfe as she challenges 19th-century social norms. Learn how dress reform became a symbol of freedom and suffrage in the Pacific Northwest. Chapters & Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Meet Shea from Rainy Day Rabbit Holes and Caitlyn from PNW Haunts and Homicides. 00:10 - Free Love Origins: The surprising history of free love, starting in the 2nd century. 00:33 - Eliza’s Defiance: Riding in bloomers and the "conjugal alliance" scandal. 00:43 - Dress Reform & Suffrage: Eliza’s lasting impact on women’s rights. 00:58 - Final Thoughts & Takeaways: Celebrating Eliza’s legacy. For bonus content, ad-free episodes, and other perks, support us on Patreon or Spreaker at rainydayrabbitholes.com/support. Don’t forget to visit our website at rainydayrabbitholes.com! Special thanks to Caitlyn from PNW Haunts and Homicides for joining us and to Bethany Kay Matthews for her invaluable research. Visit pnwhauntsandhomicides.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/history-unhinged-rainy-day-rabbit-holes--6271663/support. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/history-unhinged-rainy-day-rabbit-holes/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Free Love & Feminism in 1860s PNW-The Extraordinary Life of Eliza Woodard Hurd DeWolfeUncover the wild story of free love advocate Eliza DeWolfe in 1800s Pacific Northwest. Scandal, feminism, and boldness await! Listen now!Ever wondered how free love, feminism, and scandal shaped the 1800s Pacific Northwest? Join Shea and guest Caitlyn from PNW Haunts and Homicides as they dive into the life of Eliza Woodard Hurd DeWolfe. This episode unravels tales of unconventional relationships, daring dress reform, and the enduring fight for women’s suffrage. Packed with humor, history, and heartfelt moments, it’s a wild ride into the past.Discover the roots of the free love movement and its surprising ties to early feminism. Follow the bold actions of Eliza DeWolfe as she challenges 19th-century social norms. Learn how dress reform became a symbol of freedom and suffrage in the Pacific Northwest. Chapters & Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Meet Shea from Rainy Day Rabbit Holes and Caitlyn from PNW Haunts and Homicides. 00:10 - Free Love Origins: The surprising history of free love, starting in the 2nd century. 00:33 - Eliza’s Defiance: Riding in bloomers and the "conjugal alliance" scandal. 00:43 - Dress Reform & Suffrage: Eliza’s lasting impact on women’s rights. 00:58 - Final Thoughts & Takeaways: Celebrating Eliza’s legacy. For bonus content, ad-free episodes, and other perks, support us on Patreon or Spreaker at rainydayrabbitholes.com/support. Don’t forget to visit our website at rainydayrabbitholes.com! Special thanks to Caitlyn from PNW Haunts and Homicides for joining us and to Bethany Kay Matthews for her invaluable research. Visit pnwhauntsandhomicides.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/history-unhinged-rainy-day-rabbit-holes--6271663/support. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/history-unhinged-rainy-day-rabbit-holes/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Free Love & Feminism in 1860s PNW-The Extraordinary Life of Eliza Woodard Hurd DeWolfeUncover the wild story of free love advocate Eliza DeWolfe in 1800s Pacific Northwest. Scandal, feminism, and boldness await! Listen now!Ever...

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