Who is Princess Elisabeth "Sisi" von Wittelsbach? Learn about the Empress of Austria-Hungary in today's episode as Stephanie discusses the Netflix show "The Empress." In the first biopic of season 2, be prepared to hear her reactions to the 2 season Netflix show as well as reacting to listeners' thoughts and comparing the historical context. There is both a spoiler-free and spoiler section.
When do you do all your research when watching a biopic? During or after you finish the show? Answer in the poll below!
References:
"The Empress" (2022-Present) on Netflix
Elisabeth "Sisi" von Wittelsbach
Franz Joseph and the Habsburg lineage
I Wanna Dance with Somebody
A Complete Unknown
Rocket Man
Noble Blood Podcast hosted by Dana Schwartz: Episode entitled "Empress Sisi's Beating Heart"
The Law According to Lidia Poët (2023-Present) on Netflix
"The Artful Dodger" on Hulu
Masterpiece's "Victoria"
Sisi(1955) starring Romy Schneider
Sisi: Austrian Empress (2021) on PBS Passport
Podcast: Fetch the Smelling Salts
"The Gilded Age"
Marie Antoniette (2022) on PBS Passport
"Reign" (CW)
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Thanks for listening! I hope you consider subscribing!
Please take care of yourself. While there are times we need to escape from reality, remember watching period pieces can also tell us a lot about the present and the future.
Do you have thoughts on upcoming content? Let me know!
Instagram: @escape.into.period.pieces
Email: escape.into.period.pieces.podcast@gmail.com
Visit Spreadshirt.com and search Escape into Period Pieces for merch!
Support your local library!
