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Hoes Throughout History: THEODORA!

Category: Society & Culture
Duration: 00:25:07
Publish Date: 2025-09-01 09:00:40
Description:

In this week’s Hoes Throughout History, Kelsey dives into the scandalous, petty, and downright iconic life of Theodora of Byzantium - the actress-turned-courtesan who flipped the script and became Empress of the Byzantine Empire.

From slut-shaming gossip in the history books to changing laws for women, Theodora’s story is messy, powerful, and oh-so-relevant. We’ll cover:

  • Her rise from stage girl to co-ruler
  • The social reforms that gave hoes rights in 500 CE
  • The infamous “Purple is a fine color for a burial shroud” speech that saved Constantinople from burning

Get comfy, grab your coffee, and let’s talk about how a “hoe” became the woman who held an empire together.

Don’t forget to rate, review, and tell me: what’s YOUR purple shroud hill?



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