Episode 255: Hoes of History: Empress Elizabeth of Austria

Empress Elisabeth of Austria, fondly known as Empress Sisi, was a royal icon whose beauty, mystique, and unconventional spirit continue to captivate audiences around the world. She had an enchanted Bavarian upbringing and fairy-tale marriage to Emperor Franz Joseph I. Her transformation from carefree duchess to empress thrust her into a world of grandeur, but also stringent court protocols that chafed against her free-spirited nature.

Journey with us through the glittering halls of the Habsburg court, where Empress Sisi navigated intricate power dynamics, political intrigues, and her own personal struggles. Uncover her passion for travel, her commitment to philanthropy, and her dedication to championing the arts and culture, even in the face of societal expectations.

(This episode is a repeat while the hoes are on vacation.)

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