Kinky History

Kinky History

Kinky History is a podcast series that explores the evolution of human sexuality - from scandalous stories from the Ancient World to the saucy secrets of famous figures. By speaking openly about these topics in a way that is educational, entertaining, and accessible, Kinky History aims to erase dangerous taboos which still exist around identity, gender, and sexuality. Esmé created her "Kinky History" series on TikTok in October 2020. It has since grown to a following of over 2.5 million people from around the globe.

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May 1, 2023 37 mins

The World is Full of Sex Data and this week, for a special 'Sextistics' episode, Esme is joined by her equally nerdy (and brainy) mum - Dr Susan James. They unpack the changing definitions of sex over history, some very surprising sex statistics and why former US President Bill Clinton wasn't lying when he said "I did not have sexual relations with that woman".

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Einstein, the genius that gave us the theory of relativity and so much more,  was the original fuck boy. Albert Einstein was married twice but had dozens of lovers in his lifetime. Join me this week as I uncover the polyamorous life of the world's most famous scientist, and his lesser known "theory of infidelity".

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You've seen the Hollywood versions and probably heard the myths, but the real history of the vibrator is not what you think it is.  Join me today as we spread the good vibes and learn the truth about the origins of the world's most popular sex toys.

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Universal orgasms, alien spunk, black holes and tentacle porn. This episode will have you seeing stars as I team up with friend, astrophysicist and fellow academic Kirsten Banks to talk all things kinky space. And would you believe neither of us made a joke about Uranus!

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This week something a little bit different and a whole lotta fun. Joining me in the red room of pleasure is fellow nerd and quizmaster Miles Glaspole - host of the incredibly popular TikTok10 Quiz. Miles tests my Kinky knowledge and I find a honeymoon destination in the process.

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March 27, 2023 38 mins

Grab this episode with both hands and hear how the dildo has been used and revered around the world for almost as long as humans have existed. This now-common bedroom accessory has its roots in ancient cultures, religion, spirituality and sexuality across all of history,... and it might just get you into heaven.

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This week we look at the complicated and fascinating life of the prolific Danish writer, Hans Christian Andersen. Most well known for his fairy tales, in this episode we can clearly see the parallels between the tale of the Little Mermaid and the painful unrequited love in Anderson's life. While his romantic desires and experiences are certainly complicated, many historians have concluded that this famous author may well have been ...

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Come with me as we explore the changing attitudes and depictions of oral sex throughout the ages. From the ancient Egyptians to Shakespeare and beyond, humans have been  performing oral for as long as we'e been having sex. Intimate and at times disgusting, the act of oral stimulation has a delicious history.

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March 6, 2023 23 mins

James Joyce was an Irish novelist, poet, and literary critic. He was a part of the avant-garde movement and is regarded as one of the most influential and important writers of the 20th century. He also delighted in the sounds and smells of his beloved wife, Nora Barnacle's farts. Come with me as we explore the intimate, sexually explosive and complex relationship between Nora and James through their 'fart letters'.

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Step back in time with me and let me tickle your fancy because in this episode I dip my toes into the long and interesting history of the foot fetish. From ancient Chinese foot binding to unusual findings during the AIDS epidemic, it seems we've long had a fascination with our feet.

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February 20, 2023 32 mins

In this episode I want to introduce you to the first ever pornographic novel and share why it was so radical, and why it is so important. Brace yourself, Memoirs of a Woman of Pleasure by John Cleveland has it all, which is why it was banned for over 200 years. So get off Porn Hub and check out the very first, and very popular, pornographic novel from 1748.

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February 13, 2023 5 mins

Hello and welcome to Kinky History. In this very first episode, I'd like to share with you why the History of sexuality and kink is important, how I came to study it and what we can learn from the past.

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February 13, 2023 21 mins

In recent times rimming has increased in popularity but the history of Rimming is long and,...er.. juicy. Many years ago if you were caught rimming you could be charged with witchcraft and even killed. And, which famous composer wishes he could lick his own arse? Get 'tongue in cheek' with Esme as she explores our changing behaviours and views on rimming.

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January 27, 2023 1 min

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