Medieval Chastity Belts: History Unlocked

<p>Sexual purity was hugely importance in the medieval world, especially for women.</p><br><p>How did chastity work in practice? Why was it so important? And was the infamous chastity belt really used?</p><br><p>Joining Kate today is friend of the show and co-host of our sister podcast, <em>Gone Medieval</em>, Eleanor Janega, to help us unlock the mysteries of Medieval chastity once and for all.&nbsp;</p><br><p>This podcast was edited and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.</p><br><p>Enjoy unlimited access to award-winning original documentaries that are released weekly and AD-FREE podcasts. Sign <a href="https://www.historyhit.com/subscription/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u>here</u></a> for up to 50% for 3 months using code BETWIXT</p><p><u>You can take part in our listener survey</u><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/6FFT7MK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><u> here</u></a><u>.</u></p><br><p>Betwixt the Sheets: History of Sex, Scandal & Society is a History Hit podcast.</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>