The Sanctuary of Sin Podcast
Hosted by Jayson and Rebecca (Emily Sin), The Sanctuary of Sin is a sex-positive, kink-focused, and unapologetically queer podcast exploring the worlds of BDSM, sex work, feminism, witchcraft, and all things delectably sinful.
With over a decade of experience as switches, we bring firsthand knowledge, honest reviews, and engaging discussions to the table— unpacking the roots of so-called “sins,” confronting the shame that surrounds them, and celebrating the ways our communities reclaim power through pleasure. From the psychology of dominance to the history of moral panics, we’re here to question it all.
Alongside these deep dives, we’ll keep you in the loop with reviews of the UK’s wildest events, shoutouts to the creatives and kinksters making waves, and the latest juicy news from the queer, kink, and sex positive scenes.
This podcast is a place for education, discussion, and community—where ‘sin’ isn’t shameful, but something to be embraced, explored, and understood. Welcome to The Sanctuary of Sin!
The Sanctuary of Sin Podcast
E12: The Power of Women - Historical Memes and the Battle for the Trousers
From Aristotle getting ridden like a horse to Virgil stuck in a basket, medieval and Renaissance Europe was obsessed with stories of powerful women turning the tables on men. In this episode, we dive into the “Power of Women” topos – the original historical memes. We trace how these tales evolved into the Battle of the Trousers – where domestic disputes over “who wears the trousers” became satire, cautionary tales, and declarations of devotion.
We unpack how these stories were used by people from all walks of life to enforce moral behaviour, challenge gender norms, or poke fun at them. Were they warnings about the dangers of loving women too well, or lessons about what happens when men fail to respect them enough? Join us as we explore how humor, caution, and devotion were woven together in these fascinating cultural snapshots of love, power, and control.
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