Candle Chronicles
AJ shares his humorous journey through candle-making, from spermaceti to beef tallow, and the olfactory challenges that ensued. He reflects on the quirks of 1790s living, like the absence of elastic in socks and the laborious task of fetching water, highlighting the modern conveniences we often take for granted. The conversation takes a wild turn as they discuss the bizarre practice of tobacco enemas, reminding us how far we've come in terms of health and hygiene.In this clip
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