American Shadows is a bi-weekly podcast from iHeartRadio and Aaron Mahnke’s Grim & Mild. The show focuses on the darker stories from American history: the people, places, and things that are hidden and forgotten in the shadows. From better-known tales like the conspiracy to steal Lincoln’s body, to less-known stories, like the rainmaker who flooded San Diego. Join host Lauren Vogelbaum as she spans two centuries of omitted lore from our country’s history books.
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Listeners of American Shadows that love the show mention: grim and mild,Hi, Grim & Mild superfans! We're excited for the season 4 return of 13 Days of Halloween. Subtitled "Penance," this brand-new story unfolds over the span of 13 days and is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat. "Penance" stars Natalie Morales (Parks and Recreation, Dead to Me), and we think you'll want to join in on the spooky fun. Check out this trailer to get excited and start listening on 10/19 until the story concludes on Halloween day. Season Description: Season Four: Penance. Without warning, Sayuri has been locked up in the Pendleton Rehabilitation Center, and no one is willing or able to tell her why. Actually, getting any information from her fellow inmates or the labyrinthine bureaucracy that runs the facility seems impossible. But is the Pendleton really a prison, or something else? Starring Natalie Morales. New episodes air daily from October 19th through Halloween. Listen to 13 Days of Halloween on the iHeartRadio app, or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the 1950s the United States launched a witch hunt, and it's not at all what you think.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What would you do when faced with a life-or-death situation? Alferd Packer had to answer this question for himself, and do something that is -- for many -- unthinkable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The story of a man who loved his mother. Too much.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When the bicycle was invented it did more than simply change people's lives, leisure and mobility. It ignited a controversy over traditional gender roles. One woman set out to change all that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The fight for equal rights was long and slow until one day a fight broke out with police, culminating in a riot. What happened next is history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prussian immigrant Louis Wagner came to America hoping to make a better life for himself. Working as a fisherman in the Isle of Shoals it seemed he was living the dream, until he found himself down on his luck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Gilded Age was a time of opulence and opportunism, an age that turned businessmen into household names. But it also created some of the biggest rivalries in the rush to unearth the past.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thomas Neill Cream wanted nothing more than to leave the family shipping business to become a medical doctor. Having graduated with honors, his future seemed promising -- until the bodies began to appear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Spirits were high that summer's day as everyone boarded the General Slocum. The passengers were looking forward to their annual picnic just up river… but as fate would have it, they'd never arriveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen up, American Shadows fans! Season 4 of Haunted Road is out now, and we think you'll want to tune in. TV's Amy Bruni returns for a new selection of episodes exploring the world's most fascinating paranormal experiences and haunted destinations. Check out the trailer and decide if Haunted Road is your next Grim & Mild obsession! About Haunted Road: Amy Bruni, star of the hit TV shows Kindred Spirits and Ghost Hunters, takes listeners on a guided tour of America's most haunted locations, with the help of expert paranormal investigators who have actually been there. Listen to Haunted Road on the iHeartRadio app, or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In 1918, the US Government created a plan to track, detain, and imprison women for the STIs brought home from soldiers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hi, American Shadows fans! We're excited to announce season three of Strange Arrivals. Since you love our content, we think you'll also enjoy this fellow Grim & Mild show. Check out this trailer for a sneak peek into what you can expect this season! About Strange Arrivals: This season on Strange Arrivals, we look at UFO researchers who developed theories to explain the phenomenon and the consequences those theories had for people who believed they had experienced the paranormal. Listen to Strange Arrivals on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the mid 1930s an unidentified killer stalked Kingsbury Run, Ohio. It's a mystery that even Elliott Ness couldn't solve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When we think of American outlaws, we often think of cowboys and dusty trails in the Wild West. Meet the Ashley Gang who operated out of the Florida Everglades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Every once in a while, there are news stories that are stranger than fiction. In this episode, we meet Ruth and Judd, possibly the worst murders of the 1920s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hawaii didn't become a state until 1959. Before then, it was a Republic, but not by choice. A coupe by an American fruit corporation staged a coupe and took control. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hi, American Shadows fans! Aaron Mahnke's Grim & Mild is excited to let you know that season two of the hit podcast, Bridgewater, is here. Ready to dive in? Check out the trailer for a peek into what you'll get this season. About Bridgewater: When a relic from his past is rediscovered, folklore professor Jeremy Bradshaw puts his life on hold to solve the mystery. Along the way, he's helped by people who challenge everything he believes in, and ultimately tries to answer the question: can the past be rewritten? A supernatural thriller for your ears, starring Misha Collins, Melissa Ponzio, and Alan Tudyk. Created by Aaron Mahnke and written by Lauren Shippen. Listen to Bridgewater Season 2 now on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The story of Andrew Kehoe and his opposition to taxes, namely school taxes and the disaster that followed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Only one thing stood between a town's survival: 674 miles of unforgiving terrain in the worst arctic weather conditions in 20 years. Boats, planes, and trains could not get through. And that left the town with one hope: sled dogs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hi, American Shadows fans! The holidays just got a little spooky. Since you love Mahnke's Grim & Mild content, we think you'll want to experience 12 Ghosts. New episodes air 12/14 - 12/25, but here's a snippet to get you excited for 12 Ghosts! About 12 Ghosts: Eleven travelers find themselves at an inn deep in the forest on Christmas Eve. As they tell their stories to one another, they come to realize that they've got something very startling in common… and that the strange innkeeper has a plan for them all. Listen to 12 Ghosts on the free iHeartRadio app, or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timothy Dexter was many things — at least to himself. But mostly, he was lucky in the strangest of ways.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
William Beadle had everything he'd dreamed of: a pretty and good-hearted wife, beautiful children, social status, and plenty of wealth. But when he lost his fortune, William lost his mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Edmonia Lewis always loved art. In the 1800s, there weren't many women sculptors. Edmonia wasn't interested in what she couldn't do. She was only interested in what she could. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When men went off to fight in WW II, women did their own part. They worked in factories, played in a women's baseball league, and raised families. One woman's family was bigger than the rest. Meet Margaret Chung, who called thousands of military men her sons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The mysogenistic article, 'What Are Girls Good For' infuriated Elizabeth Cochrane. Her well-written response to the newspaper did more than get her point across. It started her career as Nellie Bly, award-winning investigative reporter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hi, American Shadows fans! Things are getting spooky. Since you love Grim & Mild content, we think you'll want to experience season three of 13 Days of Halloween. New episodes air 10/19 - 10/31, so here's a snippet to get you excited for Devil's Night! About this season: Season Three: Devil's Night. When a 12-year-old boy and his dog are stranded far from home, they must find a way back through the chaos and mayhem of the most dangerous night of the year. Headphones recommended. Listener discretion advised. A co-production of iHeart3DAudio, Blumhouse Television, and Grim&Mild from Aaron Mahnke. Listen to 13 Days of Halloween on the free iHeartRadio app, or wherever you get your podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The story of Aaron Burr, who's legendary battle with fellow Founding Father began long before the duel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Georgia Tann believed the rich were better than those without means. She also believed lower-income couples should not have children This is the story of how thousands of children were stolen and sold in the black market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
During times of war and difficulties, people turned to sports and clubs as a way to enjoy friends, a good time, and to forget about their troubles and the headlines for a while. And sometimes, those same nightclubs made the headlines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For many tourists, Coney Island was the epitome of summer. However, the carnivals and fun houses revealed another side of human nature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Before electricity, those who walked the night were looked down on — and feared. Murderers, thieves, and sex walkers were frightening enough. But those who roamed the night involuntarily—they were feared above all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our quests for love can be disappointing. Maddening, even. When the love story that plays out is different than the one imagined – or the one you had wished for – the results can be devastating... or even deadly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sometimes, life will change in an instant, in a flash, or... in the case of the 1944 Hartford Circus... with a spark. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This summer, Grim & Mild Presents continues its journey into the strange, the unusual, and the fascinating. For our newest season, we'll be taking to the high seas to explore one of history's most notorious types of criminal: pirates. From naval battles and buried treasure, to deadly sword fights and stolen rum. Prepare to raise anchor! Grim & Mild Presents: Pirates sets sail on Friday, July 8th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If something seems too good to be true it often is, from snake oil to opiates the American medical system has tried some radical treatments to heal the sick and make a quick buck. But who stands between us and disaster, quietly uncovering the darkest aspects of so called medical miracles? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If I were to tell you that some of the things you know about health and wellness come from behind the veil, would you believe me? There was one man -- a reluctant sleeping prophet -- whose lasting imprint is still felt today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There were those who exploited the cracks in the American dream, and take advantage of others -- and then there was one man who used it to become everyone he wished he ever could have been. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Growing old isn't for the faint of heart. It's true that none of us will get out alive -- but we can all hope that no one takes that truth into their own hands for us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
They say that "clothes make the man" -- but in the case of these violent few days in San Diego, clothes also became man's undoing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There's a darkness in the human soul when it comes to survival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Get rich quick schemes have been around forever. But one con man not only made history, but became a household name. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daredevils. They are on a quest to go higher, faster, and bigger than anyone else. Some think they are foolish for tempting death. But for those in this story, testing their mortal limits has given them reason to live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sometimes, it's true what they say about karma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On March 25, 1911, a fire broke out in the garment district. Within 18 minutes, 146 people were dead. Though the factory owners were acquitted of wrong doing, the fire paved the way for safety regulations. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
In 1587, 115 people arrived on Roanoke. The newly appointed governor left for England, promising to return with supplies. When he returned, all that remained of the colony was a single word carved in a wooden gate post: Croatoan. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com
When life got tough, Kate Warn got tougher. She became a spy and agent at 23. And in 1861, her boss tasked her with saving the president elect's life. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com