Hollywood’s Shocking First Sex Symbols

2026-03-20

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Nearly 100 years ago, films in Hollywood were so much sexier and shocking than you might think they were.One of the most shocking things was how empowered and sexual women were in those films.Who were these women? And what are the scandalous reasons behind the censorship that came in?Joining Kate to tell her about these incredible women is journalist and author Mick LaSalle.This episode was edited by Tim Arstall. The producer was Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Freddy Chick.Sign...

Nearly 100 years ago, films in Hollywood were so much sexier and shocking than you might think they were.

One of the most shocking things was how empowered and sexual women were in those films.

Who were these women? And what are the scandalous reasons behind the censorship that came in?

Joining Kate to tell her about these incredible women is journalist and author Mick LaSalle.

This episode was edited by Tim Arstall. The producer was Stuart Beckwith. The senior producer was Freddy Chick.

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