{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/60032060-080e-42c5-ac26-f93fc2b4d612/64c37b310a9bc70011d06109?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Lube: A Slippery History ","description":"<p>From the seaweed-strewn shores of Ancient China to the American army camps in the Middle East, lube has been on a long and slippery journey.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Wherever it’s been derived from, the history and importance of this substance is as fascinating as its ingredients.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>What does its marketing tell us about our own prejudices? Did the Ancient Greeks really believe it was a contraceptive? And why is there such shame around the use of this wonderful product? Kate is joined by author Hallie Lieberman to find out.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>This episode was edited and produced by Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Charlotte Long.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>If you're enjoying Betwixt please vote for us at the British Podcast Awards <a href=\"https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>. It would mean the world to us!</p><p><br></p><p>Discover the past on History Hit with ad-free original podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world renowned historians like Kate Lister, Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Lucy Worsley, Mary Beard and more.</p><p><br></p><p>Get 50% off your first 3 months with code BETWIXT. Download the app on your smart TV or in the app store or sign up at historyhit.com/subscribe.</p>","author_name":"History Hit"}