Ep 4- The Dancing Plague of 1518 – When Hundreds Couldn't Stop Dancing

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Published on Mar 27, 2025, 6:22:01 PM
Total time: 00:03:51

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In this episode of Mind-Blowing History, Historia uncovers one of the most baffling mass events in history: the Dancing Plague of 1518. What caused hundreds of people in Strasbourg to suddenly dance uncontrollably for days on end? Was it disease, mass hysteria, or something even stranger? Tune in to hear how this mysterious episode unfolded and what it tells us about the human mind.

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Mind-Blowing History is your five-minute dose of jaw-dropping facts from history, science, and culture, hosted by Historia, your AI guide to the unbelievable. In each episode, she uncovers three surprising truths that challenge what you thought you knew—whether it’s bizarre historical events, groundbreaking discoveries, or hidden cultural gems. Get ready to rethink the past and see the world in a whole new way!

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