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April 8, 2025 • 47 mins
Ever wondered how free love, feminism, and scandal shaped the 1800s Pacific Northwest? Join Caitlyn as she tags along with Shea of History Unhinged: Rainy Day Rabbit Holes. *This episode contains piping hot old-timey PNW tea!* 🫖 Learn all about free love and feminism in 1860s PNW as well as an iconic woman of the day. In the rugged 1800s Pacific Northwest, one woman defied societal norms with bloomers, boldness, and a passion for equality. Meet Eliza Woodard Hurd DeWolfe, a trailblazer whose story still inspires. 

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.

Uncover the wild story of free love advocate Eliza DeWolfe in 1800s Pacific Northwest. Scandal, feminism, and boldness await! Listen now!

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.

Don’t forget to visit our rainydayrabbitholes.com if you enjoyed this episode! Special thanks to Bethany Kay Matthews for her invaluable research.

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