Of Consequence

THEY'RE BAAAAAACK! Holly and Cate are back with season 2 of Of Consequence, the history podcast that makes you laugh and groan. Today you'll learn about the life and times of Stan Lee, the wonderful comic creator that changed the face of entertainment forever.Follow us on instagram @ofconsequencepod!

Cate and Holly are back with more Scientology! In the final part of our Scientology series Cate and Holly get a bit more gossipy and more judgmental.Got an idea for an episode, comments, compliments? Email us at ofconsequencepod@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodCate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreak

In part one of our first ever two part episode, Holly and Cate learn about Scientology and the structure and format of the religion. We discuss famous Scientologists, the creation myth, and some of their standards and requirements. Also Sea Org. Some resources mentioned in today's episodeAmazon.com: Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology eBook : Remini, Leah, Paley, Rebecca: Kindle StoreWatch Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief | Prime Video (amazon.com)Got an idea for an episode, comments, compliments? Email us at ofconsequencepod@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodCate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreak

After a week hiatus because Holly had the AUDACITY to get sick, we're back with a dive into the life of Nikola Tesla, a real weirdo with an impact on history. Follow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodHolly is @hollydaybreakCate is @thencmacsaidGot an idea for an episode? Got questions, comments, or know how to pronounce Carnegie? Email us at ofconsequencepod@gmail.com 

Holly and Cate delve into the Watergate scandal that rocked the Nixon presidency and has like,  zero parallels to today's political climate. For some reason there is a bunch of dick jokes, too. To read the original Pulitzer Prize winning articles, go to The Washington Post - The Pulitzer PrizesGot an idea for a future episode? Email us at ofconsequencepod@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodCate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreak

Cate and Holly dip their toes into true crime for the first time and learn about H.H. Holmes, one of America's first serial killers. Submit ideas for future episodes to ofconsequencepod@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodCate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreak 

Holly and Cate dig into the world of cryptids and cryptozoology! Learn all about theory surrounding and the history of  your favorites - bigfoot, Mothman, Chupacabra and more. As always, email us episode ideas to ofconsequencepod@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodCate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreak 

On this episode, Cate and Holly explore the possibility that maybe we are who we are as humans because of drugs. Which are bad, m'kay?Got an idea for an episode? Email us at ofconsequencepod@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @ofconseuqencepodThe incredible Cate Mac is @thencmacsaidThe illustrious Holly is @hollydaybreak

Today Holly teaches Cate myths and legends surrounding the internets favorite feline, the house cat. Enjoy a playful romp through the history of felines.Got an idea for a future episode? Email us at ofconsequencepod@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodCate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreak

Today Cate teaches Holly all about Henrietta Lacks and Hela cells. There is also the absolute bullshit spewed between the two of them that you've come to love and expect. We apologize for the sound quality as Holly works out kinks with her recording equipment. We'll figure it out eventually.Love us? Please rate, review, subscribe and share with your friends so we can continue to grow!For more information, please visit the Henrietta Lacks Foundation™.Follow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodThe amazing Cate @thencmacsaidThe technologically challenged Holly @hollydaybreak Got an idea for a future episode? Submit it to ofconsequencepod@gmail.com 

Content warning: This episode is violently pro abortion and very raw. Trigger warning: Rape. There is brief allusion to suicide and self harm.In an special emergency episode of Of Consequence, Cate and Holly reflect upon the recent overturn of Roe v. Wade, and the effects it will have on their lives and the lives of others. Keeping true to the format of the show, they talk about the history of abortion, historical methods of abortion, and the timeline of abortion law in the united states.The sound quality and editing on this episode is not up to usual standards. This was recorded and edited in a very short time frame in order to get the information out there quickly.Special thanks to Planned Parenthood and Thought Catalog, where we got our sources for the rapidly researched episode. Some resources, if you find yourself struggling in this time:A Guide to Abortion Resources in a Post-Roe America | WIREDHistorical Abortion Law Timeline: 1850 to Today (plannedparenthoodaction.org)Abortion (plannedparenthoodaction.org)Maternal Mental Health Resources | AHAResources • Abortion Access Front (aafront.org)

Ever wonder why some people are left handed? Holly and Cate dig into the science, superstitions, and general weirdness that is left handedness. Holly reminisces about the late nineders. Submit your ideas for a future episode to ofconsequencepod@gmail.comFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodCate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreak

Cate and Holly explore the origins of sexist and gendered terms in the English language. But in a way that's hilarious and sometimes inappropriate. Content warning on this episode for some heavy language. Check out the book Word Slut, by Amanda Montell for more information on this rad topic: Wordslut – Amanda MontellFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodCate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreak Email ideas for future episodes to ofconsequencepod@gmail.com

Holly and Cate dive into the Black Plague, a time in history that feels like it may be repeating itself.Follow us on instagram @ ofconsequencepod. Cate is @thencmacsaidHolly is @hollydaybreakEmail us show ideas at ofconsequencepod@gmail.com 

Cate and Holly dig into the life and times of everyone's favorite fairy godmother, Dolly Parton. Email ideas for future episodes to ofconsequencepod@gmail.com 

This week Holly and Cate travel back in time to explore the mysteries of the Salem Witch Trials.Check out "Invisible Women",  by Caroline Criado Perez, mentioned in today's episode here: Invisible Women | Caroline Criado PerezFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepodGot an idea for a future episode? Email it to us at ofconsequencepod@gmail.com! 

In the first episode, Cate and Holly dig into some of the theories and history surrounding the lost city of AtlantisFollow us on instagram @ofconsequencepod to stay up to date!