The Uncommon History of Very Common Things

The Uncommon History of 'Pairs' (1x7)

Air date: Jan 01, 2022

From your face, to your base, and the people who make them. EYEGLASSES: Sunglasses became popular because syphilis makes people sensitive to light. UNDERWEAR: Giant padded codpieces were popularized by King Henry VIII. MATCHMAKERS: Valentine's Day started as a Roman festival dedicated to matchmaking...