Love Through The Ages
Love Through the Ages is a storytelling podcast that brings history’s greatest love stories to life. From passionate romances to scandalous affairs, we dive into the relationships that shaped history, exploring their triumphs, tragedies, and enduring legacies. While we strive to research each episode thoroughly, please note that this podcast is for entertainment purposes only and should not be considered 100% historically accurate. We do our best to honor history, but if we mispronounce any names, places, or terms, we appreciate your understanding—and your patience! Through immersive storytelling and rich historical details, our goal is to entertain, inspire, and remind listeners that love—whether forbidden, legendary, or unexpected—has always been at the heart of human history. Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or a history buff, join us every Friday for a journey through time, where love truly stands the test of time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Dive into one of history’s most captivating love stories as we unravel the legendary tale of Xi Shi and King Fuchai. Known as one of ancient China’s Four Beauties, Xi Shi’s allure was as enigmatic as the political intrigue surrounding her. In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between personal romance and statecraft that defined her relationship with King Fuchai, the ruler whose decisions shaped the fate of his kingdom.
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Step into the vibrant, tumultuous world of post-revolutionary Mexico as we explore the legendary romance between Diego Rivera and Frida Kahlo on this week’s episode of Love Through the Ages. Discover how their passionate union—fueled by intense creative energy, scandal, and personal turmoil—mirrored the dramatic cultural and political shifts of their time. From their serendipitous meeting in the heart of Mexico City to their lifelo...
In this scintillating episode of Love Through the Ages, we delve into the dazzling and turbulent romance between Oscar Wilde, the iconic wit and literary genius, and Lord Alfred “Bosie” Douglas, the charming aristocrat whose daring lifestyle set Victorian society abuzz. Journey with us from the glittering salons of late 19th-century London to the shadowed corridors of scandal and legal intrigue, as we explore how a chance encounter...
Journey into the opulent yet treacherous world of Imperial Russia as we explore the sweeping love story of Tsar Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra Feodorovna—two gentle souls bound by devotion but fated to steer an empire on the brink of revolution. From a passionate royal courtship overshadowed by political intrigue, to the birth of their fragile heir and a desperate reliance on the controversial mystic Rasputin, their tale is a ta...
In this episode of Love Through the Ages, we turn our sights to the Mughal Empire of 17th-century India and the legendary romance between Emperor Shah Jahan and his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. From their fateful meeting at the height of the empire’s opulence to the devastating loss that propelled the Emperor into a profound grief, we delve into the life and love story that inspired the creation of the Taj Mahal.
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In this episode, we delve into the captivating love story of Napoleon Bonaparte and Joséphine de Beauharnais—a tale of soaring ambition, lavish court life, and deeply heartfelt correspondence. From their fateful meeting amid post-Revolutionary Parisian salons to Napoleon’s frenzied love letters during the Italian and Egyptian campaigns, we explore the profound devotion that bound them…even as political pressures and the unrelenting...
In this unforgettable installment of Love Through the Ages, we turn our gaze to 19th-century America and the remarkable bond between Frederick Douglass—once enslaved but destined to become a towering abolitionist—and Anna Murray Douglass, the free Black woman who risked everything to help him escape. From clandestine meetings in Baltimore to building a life together in New Bedford, we explore how their shared courage, steadfast dev...
In this episode of Love Through the Ages, we explore the legendary romance of Cleopatra VII Philopator—Egypt’s last active pharaoh—and the Roman general Mark Antony. We trace their first meeting, political maneuverings, lavish lifestyle, children, and eventual downfall. Join us as we separate myth from fact, examining how their love shook empires and shaped history.
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