#594: A Hat Full Of Suet

The Box of Oddities

John Elliott and Kat Walls

Comedy, Society & Culture, True Crime

4.8 • 3K Ratings

🗓️ 20 November 2023

⏱️ 34 minutes

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Summary

Get Your Friends Into The Box And Win A Free Years Membership To The Inner Circle Of Freaks! In this fascinating episode of the Box of Oddities, we dive into the peculiar annals of fashion history to explore the enigmatic trend of powdered wigs that took the 17th century by storm. Unravel the reasons behind this aristocratic statement, from its origins as a lice deterrent to its symbol of status among the nobility. Learn about the elaborate processes and the societal pressures that made 'periwigs' a must-have accessory. But that's just the beginning. We also celebrate the extraordinary life of Robert Smalls, a true hero whose exploits read like an adventure novel. Born into slavery, Smalls' daring escape to freedom and remarkable achievements as a politician and businessman defy the odds. His legacy as a civil rights pioneer and his indomitable spirit continue to inspire. If you would like to advertise on The Box of Oddities, contact sales@advertisecast.com http://www.airwavemedia.com The contents of this Box contain the following ingredients: Fashion History, Powdered Wigs, Periwigs, 17th Century, Aristocracy, Status Symbols, Robert Smalls, Biography, Heroism, Escape, Freedom, Civil Rights, Politician, Businessman, Historical Oddities, Cultural Phenomena, Social History, fashion trends, wigmakers, social status, syphilis outbreak, lice, wig craze, Robert Smalls, CSS planter, Union Navy, Civil War, bravery, US House of Representatives, African American, American History. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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