Hidden Gems

In the summer of 1518, a woman began to dance uncontrollably, her movements escalating into a frenzy. Soon, others joined in, their limbs jerking and twisting to an unseen rhythm. In this week’s episode, Sophie and Rotem discuss the terrifying phenomenon known as the Dancing Plague. Whether you're a history buff, a science enthusiast, or simply curious about the human mind, this episode will transport you to a time when the line between reality and madness blurred, and the streets echoed with the unsettling rhythm of the Dancing Plague.

Imagine a battleground where tanks rumble, machine guns roar... and the enemy is a flightless bird with a taste for wheat. In this week's episode, Sophie and Rotem reveal the bizarre reality of the "Great Emu War" of 1932, where the Australian government declared war on emus! Buckle up for a wild ride through a war unlike any other in this hilarious yet surprising historical episode.