Vittoria Colonna was the most influential woman of the Renaissance, known for her 'male brains' and collaborations with Michelangelo. The discovery of a mummy in Naples may explain what happened to her body when she died and reveal an even more significant, history-changing secret.

00:00 A Love Story for the Ages

01:05 Exploring Naples and Ischia with Rita

01:44 The Aragonese Kings and Their Health Secrets

02:41 The Mysterious Mummy Discovery

03:53 Unraveling the Mystery of Vittoria Colonna

05:44 A Personal Journey to Ischia

08:57 The Life and Legacy of Vittoria Colonna

12:58 Michelangelo's Obsession

22:15 The Androgynous Ideal in the Renaissance

31:14 The Final Mystery and Conclusion

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