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Queer Georgians

Find out the truth about the Chevalier D'Eon.

How did the Georgians discuss sexuality? And how, and why, did they regulate it? In this episode, Kate talks to Dr Anthony Delaney about his new book 'Queer Georgians: A hidden history of lovers, lawbreakers and homemakers'.

Listen to find out the truth about the Chevalier D'Eon: soldier, spy ... and transgender trailblazer?

Anthony hosts our sister podcast, After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds and the Paranormal, with Dr Maddy Pelling. To hear more from Anthony, search for After Dark: Myths, Misdeeds and the Paranormal on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Sounds now!

This episode was edited by Tom Delargy and produced by Sophie Gee. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.

All music from Epidemic Sounds.

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54 minutes