EPISODE · Jan 26, 2022 · 39 MIN
Whip It! - Lola Montez 1867
from Rogues Gallery Uncovered · host Simon Talbot
It's 1847 and Europe’s most exciting woman has just seduced a king and started a revolution. Join 19th-century dancer, actress, courtesan and adventuress, Lola Montez as she scandalises Bavaria, horrifies London and terrifies Ludwig I.How did a whip-wielding exotic dancer become a controversial star on the London stage?Why did she pretend to be Spanish?What happened when she took her scandalous act out on tour?How did she end up exiled?It’s a literally bodice-ripping story of high maintenance, hubris and horsewhips.All in episode 6 of Rogues Gallery Uncovered - the podcast of bad behaviour in period costume.Thanks for listening. Stay Roguish!Email: [email protected] Visit the website and become a 'Rogue with Benefits' Find me on X, Facebook, Instagram
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It's 1847 and Europe’s most exciting woman has just seduced a king and started a revolution. Join 19th-century dancer, actress, courtesan and adventuress, Lola Montez as she scandalises Bavaria, horrifies London and terrifies Ludwig I. How did a whip-wielding exotic dancer become a controversial star on the London stage?Why did she pretend to be Spanish?What happened when she took her scandalous act out on tour?How did she end up exiled?It’s a literally bodice-ripping story of high main...
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