Liz Rian dives into the gritty world of thorough cleaning in this revealing follow-up episode! 🧼✨ Ever wondered how humans went from sweeping dirt floors to wielding steam cleaners? Deep Cleaning: The Real Dirt on Getting Things Spotless! uncovers the centuries-old obsession with banishing grime from every crevice.

Travel back to ancient Babylon, where scrubbing rituals were part of sacred temple upkeep, and meet the Renaissance-era “scouring maids” who battled soot in Europe’s grand estates. Discover why 18th-century homemakers risked arsenic-laden wallpaper for sparkling parlors and how World War II’s hygiene crusades revolutionized disinfectants. From vinegar-soaked sand (the Roman go-to for tile shine) to the roaring industrial vacuums of the 1950s, explore the risky, inventive, and sometimes bizarre tactics used to conquer filth.

But it’s not just about elbow grease—Liz reveals how deep cleaning became a status symbol, a health imperative, and even a moral duty. Spoiler: Your spring-cleaning frenzy has roots in Victorian germ panic! Plus, get a sneak peek at futuristic tech—think UV robots and self-cleaning homes—that might make mops obsolete.

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Tune in and rethink every scrub, spray, and sweep—because cleanliness isn’t just next to godliness… it’s a revolution! 🧽🔍

Liz Rian takes you on a journey through the unexpected history of house cleaning. Discover how ancient Egyptians and Romans kept things tidy, why medieval homes weren’t exactly spotless, and how Victorian-era cleaning routines became an all-day event! From bread crumbs to early vacuums, learn about the quirky methods and surprising innovations that shaped the way we clean today. Join us as we uncover how cleanliness has always been more than just a chore—it’s a window into culture, health, and even social status.

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