Strange History

War! Trench Warfare in WWI was a harsh thing, but that's only a small bit of the subject for today's episode. We are going to be covering the rise and fall of the 369th Infantry, also known as the Harlem Hellfighters. This unit of all African American soldiers would make waves through the war, and would go on to have several highly decorated soldiers, and this episode will be focusing on two of them. Learn about the power of friendship, hear about how much endurance the abnormal man has, and hear about how hard racism affected even war heros. Check out our friend Steph over on Creepy Vibes Only: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/creepy-vibes-only --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strangeforhistory/message

Join Brad and Alyssa on a hunting trip through Africa, the United States, and the world of American politics as we learn about Theodore Roosevelt. This episode covers his political life, his marriages, and his eventually death. Be sure to learn something new with Learn German Through Music: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/learngermanthrumusic --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strangeforhistory/message

On today's episode, we're talking about Ned Kelly - an Australian outlaw of sorts. From horse stealing, to assault, and even bank robbing, Ned Kelly led an interesting life. Was he justified in his actions? Come hang out with us to figure out for yourself if Ned was a hero or a villain. Be sure to check out Music for the Quarantined Soul: https://musicforthequarantinedsoul.weebly.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strangeforhistory/message

On your mark! Get set! Run! You'll hear about racism, drug use, and why an apple a day might not actually keep the doctor away. Hear the stories of runners and athletes in one of the worst Olympic Summer Games to date, and prepare to dive into the 1904 Olympic Marathon! Be sure to check out friends over on Today We Laughed and Learned: https://linktr.ee/todaywelaughedandlearned --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strangeforhistory/message

This episode covers a brief history of the Knights Templar, mostly focusing on their creation and downfall. You'll learn about the invention of traveler's checks, hear about pre-modern banking, and executions. Pope Clement makes an appearance, and we find our way to Paris, France. How to Help People in Ukraine: https://www.rescue.org/article/how-can-i-help-ukraine Check out our friends at Chatsunami: https://www.podpage.com/chatsunami/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strangeforhistory/message

This week we learn about Tycho Brahe, a Danish astronomer. You'll learn about the stars and hear some famous names while finding joy in an alcoholic moose and a rave throwing nobleman. The walking definition of "party boy" was also once one of the richest men in Europe, and you'll learn how that would affect your life as well. The Story Of Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/34WlQRO8SVWpXE9FkP3uaZ?si=Njjuxeb7S7OXfY1TACIGdw --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strangeforhistory/message

On this episode, we journey to the late 1800s and talk about everyone's favorite subject, cowboys! Well. Kinda. We're discussing the law enforcement family that dealt with them, and we use some master story telling to stretch thirty seconds into over an hour worth of cowboy content, careful constructed for your amusement! Be sure to check out 2 Cents Critic: https://linktr.ee/two_centscritic --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/strangeforhistory/message

In 2020, Brad recorded and released Dark Science, an episode talking about human experiments in Nazi Germany. We've grown a lot since then, and a lot has been revealed in the following years as well. This episode is simply a reimagining of the orignal, with more information, more banter, and of course, more history. This episode is a heavy one, so trigger warnings for suicide, nazism, medicine, abuse, and tons of other things.  Due to the nature of this episode, here is a link to find mental health services near you and information on mental health hotlines/text lines: https://www.mentalhealth.gov/ Be sure to check out our friends over at Build-A-Bond: https://anchor.fm/buildabond --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strangeforhistory/message

Today's episode covers the event known as Unthanksgiving, a Native American holiday and the name of the occupation of Alcatraz Island. Learn about old treaties between the federal government and the Natives, see living conditions at prison and living conditions on reservations are the same, and learn about some important figureheads in the Red Power Movement. This is the official end of Season III, and we hope you guys have learned as much as we have about things, and about stuff! We are rebranding for Season IV and will be operating under a new title and tagline, but the podcast will stay pretty much the same otherwise. Thank you for three great seasons! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strangeforhistory/message

It's Alyssa's birthday episode! In this birthday girl fueled special, you'll learn about conquistadors, the city of Tenochtitlán, an Emperor, and so so much more! Make sure to stick around to also hear about our events of the day, because there are *potential* spoilers there

Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears as we discuss the reign of the Emperor Nero of Rome. Learn about a fire that broke the city, probably to clear ground for a new palace, and indulge yourself in the stories of a man with many wives and husbands. Trigger warns for suicide, homicide, infanticide and others; this episode is heavy. Check out the episode we did with Not in the Job Description: https://www.notinthejob.com/2019044/11570265 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strangeforhistory/message

This episode is another monsterous one! You'll learn about Haints, the Boo Hag, creepy vampire creatures that prowl the American South. You'll hear a spooky story wrote by Brad, learn about paint, and find out how your local newspaper can keep monsters from stealing your soul. Be sure to check to check out out friends over on The Cryptid Code: https://anchor.fm/cryptid-code/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strangeforhistory/message

Today's tale covers the story of one of the most prolific female serial killers in history. Or, does it? Is the story of Elizabeth Bathory really one of bloodshed, homicide, and the slaughter of hundreds of young women? Did she really devour human flesh and bathe in the blood of virgins, or is her story simply a lie? Is Bathory really a horrible historical figure or was it something more...political? Be sure to check to check out out friends over on The Cryptid Code: https://anchor.fm/cryptid-code/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

On this episode, we will discuss the tragedy of the Medusa, a woman cursed by Athena, or simply born to be, a Gorgon. This mythological creature was the scourge of ancient Greece, turning men to stone and being hunted by numerous heroes until being slain by Perseus. We will also discuss the Medusa in modern culture. There are a few hints of sexual assault in this episode, so, trigger warning for that. Check out our friends over at The Cryptid Code: https://anchor.fm/cryptid-code --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Join us for our first Spooky Season Special "Man and Monsters", a podcast where we tall about, you guessed it, mythological creatures and horrible terrible humans as well. This episode covers the history of Vlad III Tepes, as well as the nightstalking, bloodsucking, castle dwelling creature (allegedly) inspired by him. We discuss some pretty graphic things in this episode, so be prepared for that. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Journey with us into the unknown regions of the world while we discuss Leif Erikson, famous explorer and spreader of the Christian faith. Credited with the discovery on North America, the story of Leif Erikson will inspire you to find new things, as well. You'll learn about Old Norse child naming, and hear about an absolutely toxic queen who gas-lit her husband into changing religions, as well! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

What do Crusades, messages from God, France, and Germany have together? Well, not much, really. But if you were alive in 1212 and of young age and stout heart, you might find yourself being drafted into the Children's Crusade! There was one in each country mentioned above, and both were horrible disasters. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

In this episode, we will delve into the history of Panama. You'll hear some war crimes, you'll hear some drug trafficking, you'll hear about a dictator and even more about the CIA and their shenanigans! If you liked talking about the LM-U2 Spy Plane a few episodes back, than you're in luck, there are planes in this one too! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

What does a pilot, his plane, the CIA, the KGB, and U2 (you'll get it) have in common? Well, lots, actually. The United States wanted spy planes, the CIA wanted fancy cameras and information, and the KGB had secret ways to shoot down planes, and eventually everything fell apart. You'll learn about a famous pilot, his capture by the Soviet Union, and about a secret plane that almost sparked a whole war. You'll also hear a lot about Lee Harvey Oswald, and Brad tries to get us placed on a government watch list!  Planning a vacation? Love the Cold War episodes we've done and need more? Check out the International Spy Museum and Cold War Museum in Washington D.C., United States! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

This episode covers the life and times of a special little bucket. Some people describe him as magical, as oaken, and as "really confusing", since he was somehow involved in a war that lasted almost three hundred years. We discuss the events of the War of The Bucket, the rise of the Guelph Party, and talk about how a Pope couldn't really mind his business at all, and you'll learn why you don't want to anger religious leaders in the Middle Ages. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Magic! Mysteries! ELEPHANTS! This episode discusses the rise of the advertisement industry, family friendly entertainment, and one of the most famous stagemen ever known. Learn about how deformities and mental illnesses gave rise to freakshows and carnivals, hear about a famous magician, and about a man named P.T. Barnum and his Greatest Show. Phillipi Mummies: https://www.facebook.com/BarbourCountyMuseum/ Almost all our Houdini info came from: https://www.wildabouthoudini.com/ We were recently featured on an episode with Nightmare Lane, so go check them out as well: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F6QNApjD8f7AAhdClw9m5 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

This is our final part in our series all about West Virginia and the end of season two! In this episode, you'll hear from some of our friends, some family, and maybe even some strangers! We tall about the weather, food, culture, and all kinds of other stuff! We hope you enjoyed this four part special on the Mountain State. Stay tuned for season three, releasing soon! Creepy Vibes Only: https://anchor.fm/creepy-vibes-only We were recently featured on an episode with Nightmare Lane, so go check them out as well: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F6QNApjD8f7AAhdClw9m5 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

You've had the good, now for the bad. An underprivileged state, West Virginia has as many downs as it does ups. In this episode, we will talk about drugs, poverty, food, and education in the Mountain State. It gets heavy, so. Addiction Resources: www.samhsa.gov or you can call 1-800-662-4357 Creepy Vibes Only: https://anchor.fm/creepy-vibes-only We were recently featured on an episode with Nightmare Lane, so go check them out as well: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F6QNApjD8f7AAhdClw9m5 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Country roads, take us home! Welcome to part two of our four part series on our home state! On this week's episode, we talk a little bit about how West Virginia became a state, the Mine Wars that were hidden from history books, and some important buildings here in the state. We also kind of go on a little bit too long about Babydog (our true governor of WV). Creepy Vibes Only: https://anchor.fm/creepy-vibes-only We were recently featured on an episode with Nightmare Lane, so go check them out as well: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F6QNApjD8f7AAhdClw9m5 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Travel with us down some country roads! Nestled deep in the Appalachian Mountain Range, lays the state of West Virginia. Often misunderstood and stereotyped, join us as we venture to a place that can only be described as almost heaven. This is part one of our four part series on the Mountain State. You'll hear folklore, some fun sayings, and get a brief rundown of the state in a few brief descriptions. Alyssa here - adding a note to say I realized now I was saying the author's name of The End Games incorrectly. It's T. Micheal Martin! My bad! Creepy Vibes Only: https://anchor.fm/creepy-vibes-only We were recently featured on an episode with Nightmare Lane, so go check them out as well: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F6QNApjD8f7AAhdClw9m5 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Join us on a flight over scenic World War I, where we discuss a ton of events such as: Flying Fokkers Running away Why planes are cooler than horses Pizza? Also pizza. This episode covers the life and death of Baron Richthofen, also known as the Bloody Red Baron, the most famous military aviator in history. You'll also learn, in all seriousness, about pizza and Peanuts, and how they tie into the mythos of The Baron. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Today we will be covering the Scramble for Africa, a series of events covering like almost 100 years or something like that. You'll hear about famous explorers, massive battles, animals, and other fun stuff. We will cover a lot of things for the day in history, such as April Fools, Bonny and Clyde, and a spaghetti tree. You can check out our friends over at CVO here at this link! https://anchor.fm/creepy-vibes-only Here's the link for our buddies at Nightmare Lane! https://anchor.fm/nightmare-fuel4 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

We discuss the Beast of Gevaudan, a partially real but maybe not monster thingy that unalived several people in France in the 1700s. Harmon from The Cryptid Code joins us via an unlocked door. Crossover ahead, therefore, prepare for friend! Did you enjoy Harmon? Wanna hear more about the things that go bump in the night? Check out The Cryptid Code! https://anchor.fm/cryptid-code --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

This week we discuss the attempted assassination of Adolf Hitler, and why it failed. A lot. Like, all the time. You can also learn about some German military officials, hear about suicides, and maybe even hear about The Pope. Again. From our friend, Steph: Hello lovely humans! Steph here from Creepy Vibes Only. A comedy and horror podcast that covers nothing but the creepiest subjects. Tune in every Monday to get your dose of creepy for the week. Available on all major listening platforms and YouTube. See you soon! https://anchor.fm/creepy-vibes-only --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Today we discuss the Papacy and that one time a Pope was tried, posthumously, by another Pope! Its not a long episode, so this is a short description. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

This week we launch ourselves into space to talk about Halley's Comet, the famous celestial body that flies by every 76(.1) years. We will discuss Mark Twain, Edmond Halley, the Battle of Hastings, a mass suicide, and all the other strange events that happened in 1910 when the comet came by. Halley's Comet Countdown: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/asteroids-comets-and-meteors/comets/1p-halley/in-depth/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Today we discuss the Anglo-Spanish War, its causes, and some of the weirder things that happened in history because of it. You'll hear about politics and executions, naval battles, chainshot, and storms. You'll also get to hear about another execution when we talk about today's historical event; the execution of King Louis XVI of France! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Its season two! To start the new season and new year, we are covering the Kennedy Assassination and the famous Kennedy Curse. Of course we also talk about his presidency and the super real and totally not fan fiction of his relationship with the Soviet Premier. Listen suuuuper close for a chance to hear a ghostly voice in this episode!    Do you follow us on social media? Check us out at Strange History on Facebook, or Strange4History on Twitter! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

This is a special episode featuring Katy, the curator and owner of the Appalachian Oddities shop in Weston, West Virginia. This episode is a bit different than most, instead of strictly history stuffs, this episode features ghost, ghouls, and cryptic monsters from around the Mountain State. We will discuss Mothman, The White Things, a few monsters from our childhood, and whatever a Sheepsquatch is. For this special, we've decided to do things a bit different and include no scripts, just banter and information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

This episode we discuss the Spanish Civil War, Mussolini, and introduce our new co-host Alyssa! For our event of the day we talk about Italy and their ties to Spain. Don't forget to check us out on Facebook AND Twitter! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

We're gonna talk about pirates! No booty here (this is kinda PG13 after all) but we will discuss one of the most famous pirates of all time. Let's also remember to discuss the CIA and EO12333; that one that legalized spying on US citizens and also decided to ban the use of assassinations against people of interest. Also. Some news! All good, I assure you. It'll be a fun time. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

We discuss the collapse of the Silver Bridge and why the massive nearly half mile structure died randomly in the middle of the day. We also trade off the event of the day for our Monster Mash October Bash's first week, where we talk about cool cryptids in anticipation for Spooky Season 2021. Did you know that we have a Facebook Page? You can find us by searching "Strange History" on Facebook. By following there, you'll have access to episode updates, some random fun facts, and have a place to interact with and connect with me outside of just listening to my horrible speaking voice. We hope to see you there! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Today we discuss the Battle of Athens, Tennessee. We will dive into a corruption case, tall about veterans standing against the local government, and mention a sex scandal known throughout most of the world. Big shout out to my friend Harmon Lanager for helping me co-write this episode and do some editing. If you wanna check out HIS podcast, the link is below. Also, make sure you delve into the world of Strange History by finding us on Facebook at the link provided. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100071454895395 https://youtube.com/channel/UCnInhnXxngKvgrq6_o-io4Q --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Today we discuss Colonel E.B. Tyler, and his Seventh Ohio Volunteer Infantry. You'll hear how a mental hospital (kinda) started a new state, get an idea for how picky the Virginia Assembly was, and learn a little bit about the combat deployments of one of the most decorated units of the American Civil War. The special event of the day covers the slaughter of Aztec warriors at the hands of Hernan Cortez, how to overpower an army that has you outnumbered 60:1, and you'll learn how horrible I am at pronouncing the names of Spaniards. We've also broken 1.5k listens! You guys are fantastic and I really appreciate your listenership. Feel free to reach out to me by using the Anchor App to send some messages if you have any special requests or wanna be featured in an episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Sorry for the exorbitant delay in episodes! I got super busy and life got super complicated for no real reason. Anyway, here is Episode 7! Today we are covering the events of the Gunpowder Treason, and some other weird random stuffs. Plus, no random interview due to the lack of time and stuff. Urgh. Super sorry again, ya'll. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

TRIGGER: This episode features one small segment, around 45 seconds to a minute long, in which I go into detail regarding chlorine gas and what it does to living humans. It is NASTY. This is your first written warning, and you'll have a verbal warning around two minutes before the description. Today we cover the events of the Battle of Osowic, also known as the Attack of The Dead Men. This event marks the brutal World War One battle, in which chlorine gas would be used against Russian defenders, to devastating effect. We talk a little bit about how chlorine gas works and what it does, the major loss of life it caused, and so on. Our event of the day is the ever famous "Ides of March", which lead to the assassination of Julius Ceaser in Rome. The link to the website we now have is down below, feel free to check it out if you wanna! https://strangehistory724855343.wordpress.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

We talk a bit about the Salem Witch Trials, and the European Witch Trials. The episode was super late, so enjoy TWO random events, the first one being a little bit of information about the 5th state of the US, and the second being some useless stuff about the HMS Investigator. There's no guest speaker since its *checks clock* 1AM and everyone I like is asleep. Super big shout out to my best friend Michelle for writing this episode for me, she did a fantastic job since I had writers block for THE WHOLE TIME. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

We talk about werewolves. German, French, even fluffy American werewolves. We also discuss the Wright Flyer. Darren joins me for an interview, and bashes Wisconsin. We also discuss Peter Stubb, turkeys, and some other stuff. https://www.facebook.com/CrossLanesPCandGamingRepair Support Darren's business here! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

We discuss Nazism, human experiments, and how a super storm killed thousands of people and wrecked a large portion of the Royal Navy in 1703. Nathanial Cole joins me for the Q&A, we don't banter, but he knows what he's talking about. Naturally, there is a trigger warning for this episode. Its gonna get dark, and nasty, and I give a few chances to back out. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

A brief description of The Battle of Castle Itter. Plus, what Castle Itter is. And, a LOT of apologies for the delay. Elena knows nothing about this event, and its kinda sad. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

The Battle of Thermopylae, the Stand of Sparta, the strange interruption of one of our cats, and the total lack of response from my roommate Micheal. What was this major battle of the Greco-Persian War, and how did it change the face of history? Today's random historical events covers some stuff about WWII, the release of the ball point pen, and a song by Mozart. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support

Are you fascinated by history? Charmed by the likes of The 300, The Titanic, or the Fall of Rome? Or do you prefer The Battle of Castle Itter, the Golden Age of Piracy, or are you curious about how a group of farmers held their own against a whole government? Strange History will cover all of this, the normal side we all know, and the curious and strange things, with unforseen effects that will make you even more curious as to our story than before. This is not a lecture. We are not professionals. Well, she has a degree, I have a microphone, so we made a podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/strange-history/support