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Ep.2 Chimney Sweeps

Ep.2 Chimney Sweeps

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 From soot-blackened rooftops to the grimy crawlspaces of Victorian flues, chimney sweeps were once an essential, if hazardous, part of city life. In this episode, we explore how a centuries-old profession kept fires burning safely, the surprising origins of the trade, and the dark reality behind its smallest workers. Along the way, we uncover the folklore, superstitions, and cultural quirks that made chimney sweeps both feared and lucky charms in equal measure.

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