Fancy Feet and Gilded Age Gigs: The 1913 Dance Craze You Haven't Heard Of

28 Oct 2025 • 56 min • EN
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Send us a text Warning: Adult Language Used Perfect for fans of Downton Abbey and HBO’s The Gilded Age In this lively episode of the "Jacqui Just Chatters" podcast, hostess Jacqui Lents dives into the quirky and competitive world of 1913 Newport society, where debutantes danced for miles to win a jeweled pedometer. Joined by guests Hillary and Mandy, they explore the fascinating and humorous history of pedometer dancing and reflect on modern fitness fads and historical wealth disparities. The episode offers a blend of historical anecdotes, personal stories, and insightful discussions on the frivolities and extravagances of the Gilded Age. Info/links from topic: https://www.loc.gov/resource/sn85038615/1913-08-24/ed-1/?sp=52&q=Fad&r=-0.024,0.201,0.513,0.307,0  https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/surveillance-and-the-secret-history-of-19th-century-wearable-tech/   Do you have a story idea or thoughts about the episode? Connect with Jacqui at the following. www.JacquiLents.com FB: Jacqui Lents Author IG: @JacquiLents YouTube: @JacquiLents   Music used for this episode includes – Ratatouille"s Kitchen - Carmen María and Edu Espinalfound Always – Nesrality

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