Philadelphia enthusiastically shares the merits of a codpiece and is a bit miffed to learn that Gage and Jessica think they look ridiculous.

Philadelphia is happy assign the minx label to a certain cousin of her great queen. Gage and Jessica futilely attempt to convince her that her accusations may be misplaced.

How many ways can an Elizabethan use the word pudding? Why would Elizabeth I call her suitor "pudding ale'? Philadelphia answers these questions and more. Meanwhile, Gage and Jessica are surprised to learn today's pudding lacks the versatility it had in Tudor times.

Would you survive the ague? Philadelphia is a bit of a mood as she shares the woes and dangers of summer "vacations" with her queen. Gage and Jessica try to soothe her mood but with unsurprisingly minimal success.

Philadelphia is distraught at the mere thought of a poppet. Gage and Jessica discuss how the word's meaning has changed significantly since Tudor times.

Philadelphia is distraught over fears of being dissected alive. Gage and Jessica try to reassure her that she has nothing to fear – they even defend the alleged dissector.

Philadelphia shares tales of the woe that is melancholia – and the not-entirely-scientific treatment of her time. Meanwhile, Gage and Jessica focus on melancholia's cultural influence.

Philadelphia hears a rumour she can't help but laugh away. But Gage and Jessica confirm the rumour and tell her more than than she can bare.