Miasma Madness, from Foul Air to Fresh Starts

Send us Fan MailLong before germ theory rewrote the rules of disease, people looked to the air—and their noses—for answers. This immersive episode of Info On The Go dives into the ancient and eerie world of miasma theory, where bad smells weren’t just unpleasant—they were dangerous. From the medical writings of Hippocrates to the steam-filled bathhouses of ancient Rome, we explore how disease was once thought to ride on the wind, and how foul air became linked not only to sickness, but to sin, class, and morality.Discover why people in 17th-century Europe feared a warm bath, how perfumed powders replaced soap, and why the beaked plague doctor mask wasn’t for style—it was olfactory armor. Follow the rise, fall, and haunting legacy of miasma theory, and how its scented shadows still influence our ideas of hygiene, status, and self-worth today.Whether you're a history buff, science sleuth, or just wondering why we’re so obsessed with “smelling clean,” this episode will make you think twice about what’s really in the air—and why it matters.Thank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infoonthego.buzzsprout.com Being Me Is the Best Thing to Be by Judy Erb tells the story of Honey, a curious little turtle who learns that being herself is the very best thing to be. It's a wonderful read for children, parents, and grandparents, celebrating self-confidence and self-acceptance. Be Like Honey Being Me Is the Best Thing to Be by Judy Erb tells the story of Honey, a curious little turtle who  Fresh From Cache™Created by IT professional Joel Folgner, Fresh From Cache delivers tech news, how-tos, and straightf PatreonSupport the show by becoming Patreon . Listen AD free and a week early. Have some one on one time wiOld GloryUse Code INFOGO to get 15% off at checkoutCozy EarthUse Code INFOGO to get 21% OFF Strong Coffee Company Get 20% OFF at chePatreonSupport the show by becoming Patreon . Listen AD free and a week early. Have some one on one time wiDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showThank You for listening and Stay curious,Kat & WilliamEmail  [email protected] you would like to support Info On The Go click the link belowhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2434258/support Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and leave us a review.Follow us on Facebook at Info on the Go!https://www.facebook.com/share/g/159DdiptQh/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://infoonthego.buzzsprout.com