Welcome to the chronicles of history that was never covered in high school. This is for the extreme, the unexpected, the untold and the flat-out weird parts of history. Because as weird as people seem today, we don't hold a candle to history.
1986 was a remarkable year in cinema, offering something for every viewer! Sci-Fi aficionados enjoyed Aliens, while horror enthusiasts got Maximum OverDrive. Fans of comedy laughed with The Money Pit, and drama lovers were moved by Stand By Me. Join us as we revisit all the 1986 releases. What's your favorite? Did you catch any of these classics in theaters? Share your thoughts in the comments! #1986 #movies #cinema #Aliens #MaximumOverDrive #TheMoneyPit #StandByMe #filmreleases See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68fe61f96d98d3715f6bca19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Life can get incredibly messy, sometimes by choice and other times by circumstance. From getting involved with the Mob to witnessing historic events like the JFK assassination, history is filled with shocking tales. Join us as we delve into the gruesome history of tarring and feathering, the unsettling events of the Stanford Prison Experiment, and other crime-related stories. Chapters: 00:00:00 - What It Was Like to Be In the Mob 00:12:10 - What Happened Immediately After Hitler's Death 00:24:39 - How a Small Town Took Out the Town Bully And Covered It Up for 30 Years 00:35:54 - The Fascinating True Story That Inspired 'Peaky Blinders' 00:47:36 - Shocking Facts About John Lennon's Death 00:58:25 - What Happened Immediately After JFK Was Shot? 01:10:28 - The Brutal History Behind Tarring And Feathering 01:20:49 - The Stanford Prison Experiment Was One of the Most Disturbing Studies Ever 01:31:04 - Crazy Facts About the Yakuza 00:00:00: What It Was Like to Be In the Mob00:12:10: What Happened Immediately After Hitler's Death00:24:39: How a Small Town Took Out the Town Bully And Covered It Up for 30 Years00:35:54: The Fascinating True Story That Inspired 'Peaky Blinders'00:47:36: Shocking Facts About John Lennon's Death00:58:25: What Happened Immediately After JFK Was Shot?01:10:28: The Brutal History Behind Tarring And Feathering01:20:49: The Stanford Prison Experiment Was One of the Most Disturbing Studies Ever01:31:04: Crazy Facts About the Yakuza #crime #history #JFKassassination #StanfordPrisonExperiment #mob #JohnLennon #PeakyBlinders #Yakuza See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68fbbf021609f530071f859f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the twelfth century, two mysterious children with green skin emerged from a pit and wandered into a quiet English town. Their unusual appearance sparked various legends and mysteries. #greenchildren #Woolpit #mystery #12thcentury #Englishtown See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68f527791bc349f8d6ebe7ea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Comedy has been an integral part of human culture for ages, with famous comics pushing boundaries and living wildly. Explore some of the most controversial moments in comedy over the decades! Which comedian is your favorite? Chapters: 00:00:00 - How George Carlin's '7 Words' Caused a Landmark Supreme Court Decision 00:10:33 - The Final Hours of Sam Kinison's Life 00:21:04 - How MTV's Punk'd Was Fak'd 00:32:11 - Woody Harrelson's Dad Was a Salesman and a Hitman 00:42:58 - The Late Night Talk Show Wars of the 90s 00:54:35 - Why Did David Letterman Censor Bill Hicks? 01:05:59 - How The Classic '94-'95 Season Of 'SNL' Almost Sabotaged The Show 01:16:23 - The Biggest SNL Controversies In The Show's History 00:00:00: How George Carlin's '7 Words' Caused a Landmark Supreme Court Decision00:10:33: The Final Hours of Sam Kinison's Life00:21:04: How MTV's Punk'd Was Fak'd00:32:11: Woody Harrelson's Dad Was a Salesman and a Hitman00:42:58: The Late Night Talk Show Wars of the 90s00:54:35: Why Did David Letterman Censor Bill Hicks?01:05:59: How The Classic '94-'95 Season Of 'SNL' Almost Sabotaged The Show01:16:23: The Biggest SNL Controversies In The Show's History #comedy #controversialmoments #GeorgeCarlin #SamKinison #MTVPunk'd #WoodyHarrelson #LateNightTalkShowWars #DavidLetterman #SNL See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68f2650330450a985e845fae Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In 1984, the film industry dazzled audiences with iconic hits like ‘Beverly Hills Cop', ‘Ghostbusters', ‘Gremlins', ‘The Karate Kid', ‘Romancing the Stone', ‘The Terminator', ‘Purple Rain', and ‘Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom'. Heading into 1985, expectations were high for Hollywood to deliver another memorable year. What was your favorite movie from 1985? Share your thoughts in the comments! #1985 #cinema #Hollywood #BeverlyHillsCop #Ghostbusters #Gremlins #TheKarateKid #movies See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68ebedbaaa0f3410b9d46987 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Crazy rulers have governed various countries throughout history! Today, we explore some of the wildest and most maniacal kings who ever held power. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Scandalous Life of Edward VII 00:08:17 - Charles II Health Problems Plunged Europe to War 00:18:47 - Who Was King Edward I 00:29:06 - Petty Kings and Queens 00:40:42 - The Corpse Queen 00:52:02 - Weird Facts About King Tut 01:03:58 - Wild Love Life of Charles II 01:15:10 - Who Was King Richard III 01:26:02 - King James I Obsession With Burning Witches 00:00:00: Scandalous Life of Edward VII00:08:17: Charles II Health Problems Plunged Europe to War00:18:47: Who Was King Edward I00:29:06: Petty Kings and Queens00:40:42: The Corpse Queen00:52:02: Weird Facts About King Tut01:03:58: Wild Love Life of Charles II01:15:10: Who Was King Richard III01:26:02: King James I Obsession With Burning Witches #maniacalkings #crazyrulers #EdwardVII #CharlesII #KingEdwardI #KingTut #RichardIII #JamesI #weirdhistory See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68e949f688bb078776ec2479 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Historians agree that Jesus was a historical figure, but his appearance remains uncertain. Born in the Middle East, he likely resembled a Middle Eastern man, yet that's not his common portrayal. To read more about depictions of Jesus, go here. #Jesus #historicalfigure #MiddleEastern #depictions #religiousart See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68e2b27794a319dd5fd8a7b4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The world has always been home to wild creatures like dinosaurs, 'Hell Pigs,' and some of the largest snakes that are pure nightmare fuel! Discover some of the craziest, freakiest, and deadliest animal encounters throughout history. Chapters: 00:00:00 - The True Story Of The Giant Prehistoric Hell Pig 00:10:10 - How A Notorious Criminal's Pet Hippos Are Still A Huge Problem Decades Later 00:20:22 - A Shark Regurgitated A Human Arm...And It Led To A Murder Investigation 00:29:55 - The Story of the Deadliest Shark Attack in US History 00:40:33 - All The Dogs Still Living In Chernobyl 00:47:04 - Everything That Had to Go Wrong for "Grizzly Man" to Meet His Demise 00:57:20 - The Insane Story Behind the Movie "Roar" 01:07:35 - The Matawan Man-Eater | The Inspiration for Jaws 01:18:56 - True Story Behind 'Open Water' 00:00:00: The True Story Of The Giant Prehistoric Hell Pig00:10:10: How A Notorious Criminal's Pet Hippos Are Still A Huge Problem Decades Later00:20:22: A Shark Regurgitated A Human Arm...And It Led To A Murder Investigation00:29:55: The Story of the Deadliest Shark Attack in US History00:40:33: All The Dogs Still Living In Chernobyl00:47:04: Everything That Had to Go Wrong for "Grizzly Man" to Meet His Demise00:57:20: The Insane Story Behind the Movie "Roar"01:07:35: The Matawan Man-Eater | The Inspiration for Jaws01:18:56: True Story Behind 'Open Water' #dangerousanimals #dinosaurs #HellPigs #wildlifehistory #animalencounters #sharkattacks #Chernobyldogs See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68e00f761d5794a7b1742eaf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
George Orwell's vision of 1984 as a totalitarian nightmare missed the vibrant Hollywood releases that year. The Muppets took Manhattan, Tom Hanks had a whimsical encounter with a mermaid, and the Star Trek crew embarked on a quest for Spock. There's even more to explore from this iconic year in film. #movies #1984 #BeverlyHillsCop #TheKarateKid #IndianaJones #Muppets #TomHanks #StarTrek #Hollywood See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68d977fbd14bfeb08f7b4af3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Despite living in times preceding modern plumbing, shampoo, and nail care, medieval people utilized the best hygiene methods available to them. However, their resources were limited, mainly to straw and dirt. How did they maintain cleanliness when most peasants owned just one outfit? Discover their unique practices. #hygiene #medieval #peasants #history #cleanliness See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68d03d749aa35f4eb4730b96 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Food is as essential as the air we breathe. Join us in exploring how eating habits have evolved throughout history. From French aristocrats dining on the finest foods to the Great Depression's resourceful meals, discover how people adapted to their times. What are your favorite historical cuisines? Chapters: 00:00:00 - 15 Weird Vintage Foods You'd Love To Have At Your Holiday Party 00:10:42 - Weird Foods People Ate to Get Through the Great Depression 00:24:07 - Frivolous Foods The French Upper-class Ate While The Peasants Starved 00:34:41 - Food Prospectors Ate to Survive the Gold Rush 00:48:40 - How Rich Italians Used to Watch the Poor Fight for Food 00:58:51 - Unconventional Foods People Ate In Soviet Russia 01:11:05 - Weirdest Foods From Ancient Roman Cuisine 01:22:55 - What Medieval Junk Food Was Like 01:32:39 - Unconventional Foods People Ate During the Civil War 00:00:00: 15 Weird Vintage Foods You'd Love To Have At Your Holiday Party00:10:42: Weird Foods People Ate to Get Through the Great Depression00:24:07: Frivolous Foods The French Upper-class Ate While The Peasants Starved00:34:41: Food Prospectors Ate to Survive the Gold Rush00:48:40: How Rich Italians Used to Watch the Poor Fight for Food00:58:51: Unconventional Foods People Ate In Soviet Russia01:11:05: Weirdest Foods From Ancient Roman Cuisine01:22:55: What Medieval Junk Food Was Like01:32:39: Unconventional Foods People Ate During the Civil War #foodhistory #Frencharistocrats #GreatDepression #eatinghabits #historicalcuisines See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68cd9a7382781023a1b90102 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1983 marked a pivotal year in the film industry, not just because of the release of 'Octopussy'. This year saw three Stephen King adaptations solidifying his status as the leading horror icon of the decade. Additionally, a bold filmmaker took on Disney Animation, and the world's biggest film franchise concluded… for its first time. What were your favorite films from 1983? Share your thoughts in the comments! #1983 #movies #StephenKing #filmhistory #cinema See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68c702f8886c385ac8db5ca8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Death has been an inevitable part of life since humanity began. As we approach the spooky season, we delve into historical perspectives on death. Discover the major causes of death in Ancient Rome and Greece. Learn how Lincoln's assassination influenced the modern funeral industry. Explore the daily life of an Egyptian embalmer and much more in this captivating compilation. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Fascinating Death Rituals From Throughout History 00:11:01 - Inside the Tomb of the First Aztec Emperor 00:22:45 - Most Common Causes of Death In Ancient Rome and Greece 00:33:33 - How Lincoln's Assassination Created the Billion Dollar Funeral Business 00:43:36 - Unusual Viking Rituals That Will Surprise You 00:54:27 - Bizarre Ways People From Victorian England Mourned The Dead 01:05:01 - A Day In The Life Of An Egyptian Embalmer 01:15:33 - All The Strange Things Found In Queen Victoria's Coffin 01:24:10 - How Every Society Has Talked To The Dead 00:00:00: Fascinating Death Rituals From Throughout History00:11:01: Inside the Tomb of the First Aztec Emperor00:22:45: Most Common Causes of Death In Ancient Rome and Greece00:33:33: How Lincoln's Assassination Created the Billion Dollar Funeral Business00:43:36: Unusual Viking Rituals That Will Surprise You00:54:27: Bizarre Ways People From Victorian England Mourned The Dead01:05:01: A Day In The Life Of An Egyptian Embalmer01:15:33: All The Strange Things Found In Queen Victoria's Coffin01:24:10: How Every Society Has Talked To The Dead #death #history #ancientrituals #Lincoln'sassassination #funeralindustry #Egyptianembalmer See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68c45ff72d45dc32e5d335c4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Misers are known for their intense frugality, hoarding wealth irrespective of the human toll, even when immensely wealthy. Ebenezer Scrooge from A Christmas Carol is the iconic fictional miser. However, many real-life misers existed, unlike Scrooge, did not reform after spectral encounters or familial interventions. Learn more about famous historical misers here. #misers #history #frugality #EbenezerScrooge #AChristmasCarol See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68bdc878daab9f50782c8b56 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Revolutionary War marked a pivotal era for America, England, and the world. In a 'David vs. Goliath' confrontation, America sought independence. Dive into stories from the American Revolution that illustrate life during this transformative period! Chapters: 00:00:00 - What Foods Did Americans Eat During The Revolutionary War? 00:11:43 - 14 Facts About Benjamin Franklin | America's Most Eccentric Founding Father 00:23:32 - A Doctor Tried to Resurrect George Washington From the Dead 00:36:02 - Gouverneur Morris | The Wildest Founding Father Of Them All 00:44:59 - The Feud Between Thomas Jefferson And Alexander Hamilton 00:56:45 - How Benedict Arnold Was Really Betrayed By America 01:07:07 - How the Founding Fathers Fought a Deadly Epidemic 01:17:26 - Thomas Jefferson Modeled The Declaration Of Independence On A Divorce Case 01:29:37 - What Happened Immediately After the American Revolution Ended 01:40:37 - What Hygiene Was Like in Colonial America 00:00:00: What Foods Did Americans Eat During The Revolutionary War?00:11:43: 14 Facts About Benjamin Franklin | America's Most Eccentric Founding Father00:23:32: A Doctor Tried to Resurrect George Washington From the Dead00:36:02: Gouverneur Morris | The Wildest Founding Father Of Them All00:44:59: The Feud Between Thomas Jefferson And Alexander Hamilton00:56:45: How Benedict Arnold Was Really Betrayed By America01:07:07: How the Founding Fathers Fought a Deadly Epidemic01:17:26: Thomas Jefferson Modeled The Declaration Of Independence On A Divorce Case01:29:37: What Happened Immediately After the American Revolution Ended01:40:37: What Hygiene Was Like in Colonial America #RevolutionaryWar #AmericanRevolution #foundingfathers #BenjaminFranklin #GeorgeWashington #ThomasJefferson #AlexanderHamilton #BenedictArnold #colonialAmerica See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68bb2574ac7e1cb755a4a676 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In 1982, pulp genre films made a big splash in mainstream cinema. Audiences witnessed the debut of groundbreaking computer-generated effects in 'Tron'. A peculiar alien won hearts globally, while another attempted world domination. We saw epic tales as a Blade ran and Conan became a barbarian. The competition among films was fierce, making it a memorable year. What was your favorite movie of 1982? Let us know in the comments! #1982 #movies #Tron #BladeRunner #Conan #cinema #specialeffects #aliens See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68b48df6739da86eec44fee7 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today, join us on a journey through the dynamic and eventful 2000s. This decade was packed with groundbreaking news, technological innovations, and cultural revolutions in sports, movies, and music. What are some of your favorite memories from this era? Share your thoughts in the comments! #2000s #innovations #sports #movies #music #history See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68b1eafa6c3cb5a11001d10c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In 79 CE, the eruption of Mount Vesuvius buried the Roman town of Pompeii, entombing its residents under lava and ash. Ironically, this destruction preserved the city, offering archaeologists a unique view of life in the weeks preceding the eruption. To read more about life in Pompeii, go here: Life In Pompeii #volcano #pompeii #archaeology #MountVesuvius #Romanhistory See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68ab5379f8767a835ac51f3e Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Explore the fascinating world of prisons throughout history, from notorious prison colonies to the lives of celebrated inmates. Discover the chilling tales of the world's most infamous prisons, female prison ships, solitary confinement, and the harrowing experiences on Death Row. Plus, get a behind-the-scenes look at what it was like to be a prison guard at Alcatraz. Subscribe to the Weird History Newsletter 00:00:00: Held on The Most Dangerous Island Prison Colony In History00:10:15: Civil War Prisoner Experience00:20:28: Being a Prison Guard at Alcatraz00:31:03: Life on Death Row00:40:48: Prisoner Experience at the Tower of London00:49:36: The Lady Juliana - 18th-Century All-Women Prison Ship00:59:26: The Scariest Prisons in History01:11:09: Solitary Confinement Experience01:22:23: Being an Inmate at Alcatraz #prison #history #Alcatraz #DeathRow #solitaryconfinement #prisonguard #infamousprisons #prisonships #prisonerexperience See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68a8b073e1bfb9c6527a71d0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The eighties are a treasure trove of movie nostalgia, and 1981 was no exception. This year gifted us classic comedies like ‘Time Bandits' and ‘Stripes', as well as acclaimed dramas like ‘On Golden Pond' and ‘Chariots of Fire'. Let's not forget the fun of the ‘Great Muppet Caper' and the much-anticipated return of smell-o-vision. There are simply too many beloved films from 1981 to mention them all. #movies #1981 #TimeBandits #Stripes #OnGoldenPond #ChariotsofFire #GreatMuppetCaper #smell-o-vision See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68a218f36137f148fc5c69a4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
From iconic films like The Fly and The Island of Dr. Moreau to modern classics such as Splice or Dog Man, audiences are captivated by the idea of human-animal hybrids. While these plots are great for sci-fi, real historical events reveal a darker side. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, scientific curiosity led some to consider creating 'monkey men,' with Joseph Stalin pushing the boundaries of ethics. Discover more about the bizarre attempt to breed 'Humanzees' in the full article here. #hybrid #human #Soviet #JosephStalin #Humanzee #scientificadvancements #monkeymen See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6898de7486e03a9f5d1b30ab Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maintaining cleanliness and good hygiene habits is crucial. However, historical hygiene standards differed greatly from today's practices. Explore how different cultures managed cleanliness throughout history! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Viking Hygiene Practices 00:11:23 - Hygiene in Colonial America 00:23:05 - Pirate Ship Hygiene 00:34:07 - US Soldiers' Hygiene in WWII 00:47:01 - Hospital Hygiene on Ellis Island 00:57:35 - French Revolution Hygiene 01:10:11 - Industrial Revolution Hygiene 01:21:51 - Hygiene in a Mongol Horde 01:32:05 - Aztec Hygiene Practices 00:00:00: Viking Hygiene Practices00:11:23: Hygiene in Colonial America00:23:05: Pirate Ship Hygiene00:34:07: US Soldiers' Hygiene in WWII00:47:01: Hospital Hygiene on Ellis Island00:57:35: French Revolution Hygiene01:10:11: Industrial Revolution Hygiene01:21:51: Hygiene in a Mongol Horde01:32:05: Aztec Hygiene Practices #hygiene #historicalhygiene #Vikinghygiene #ColonialAmerica #Pirateships #USsoldiers #WWII #EllisIsland #FrenchRevolution #IndustrialRevolution #MongolHorde #Aztechygiene See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68963b73ea39d57da2b97224 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Explore the most incredible movies that debuted in 1980, a remarkable year for film. Highlights include classics like The Shining, The Empire Strikes Back, and The Blues Brothers, among other cinematic gems. #1980 #movies #TheShining #TheEmpireStrikesBack #TheBluesBrothers #cinema #filmhistory #iconicfilms See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/688fa3f079592218f51c6c56 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Explore the vibrant and unforgettable era of the 1970s, a decade filled with iconic TV shows, movies, and groundbreaking news. Whether you lived through it or have only heard tales, this compilation will take you on a journey through an incredible decade. Chapters:00:00:00 - 197000:24:29 - 197100:45:36 - 197201:09:27 - 197301:31:35 - 197401:54:34 - 197502:17:47 - 197602:41:34 - 197703:04:52 - 197803:24:14 - 1979 00:00:00: 197000:24:29: 197100:45:36: 197201:09:27: 197301:31:35: 197401:54:34: 197502:17:47: 197602:41:34: 197703:04:52: 197803:24:14: 1979 #1970s #decade #iconicTV #movies #news #timeline #memories #compilation See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/688d00f0cded159005326ca8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Filmmaker Kurt Kuenne grew up making low-budget home movies with his best friend, Andrew Bagby. Kuenne eventually became a successful writer and director, while Andrew pursued a career in the medical field. However, Kuenne's most renowned work emerged from a profound tragedy he and the Bagby family had to endure. #documentary #heartbreaking #KurtKuenne #AndrewBagby #tragedy #film See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6886696c7d6e133734ad6fba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Explore the intriguing Victorian Era from 1837 to 1901. Delve into the daily life, from meals and dating etiquette to the unique hygiene practices of the time. Discover how people managed cleanliness, adhered to etiquette, debunked myths, spent their leisure time, and more. Learn about the giant skirts, fatal beauty trends, and survival diets. Chapters: 00:00:00 - What Was Hygiene Like In The Victorian Era? 00:11:01 - Weirdest Bits Of Victorian Etiquette People Actually Observed 00:22:14 - Myths About The Victorian Era, Debunked 00:35:22 - How People In The Victorian Era Spent Their Free Time 00:46:27 - What Was Up With Those Giant Victorian Skirts? 00:57:18 - Fatal Beauty Trends From the Victorian Era 01:07:23 - What People Ate to Survive In the Victorian Era 01:19:16 - What Dating Was Like In the Victorian Era 00:00:00: What Was Hygiene Like In The Victorian Era?00:11:01: Weirdest Bits Of Victorian Etiquette People Actually Observed00:22:14: Myths About The Victorian Era, Debunked00:35:22: How People In The Victorian Era Spent Their Free Time00:46:27: What Was Up With Those Giant Victorian Skirts?00:57:18: Fatal Beauty Trends From the Victorian Era01:07:23: What People Ate to Survive In the Victorian Era01:19:16: What Dating Was Like In the Victorian Era #VictorianEra #hygiene #etiquette #myths #leisure #fashion #beauty #diet #dating See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6883c66dcd0684e8befc5249 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Living in the 21st century often feels like the pinnacle of civilization, with central air conditioning and modern conveniences at our fingertips. But history is filled with eras of peace, prosperity, and cultural advancements that might just rival today's comforts. Discover the truly best times to be alive, and consider if the allure of a past era could tempt you to travel back in time. To explore more about these fascinating eras, visit: this article. #worldhistory #besttimes #historicaleras #culturaladvancements #peace #prosperity See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/687d2eeb53276b5678bc5d0a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pirates have fascinated people throughout history with their vibrant characters and unique lifestyle. From their iconic accent to the Jolly Roger flag, pirates hold a significant place in pop culture and history. Join us as we dive into the world of piracy and uncover what it was really like to be a pirate! Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Most Gruesome Ways Pirates Killed People 00:13:03 - How a Pirate Became the Pope 00:23:52 - 13 Bizarre Pirate Traditions Most People Don't Know About 00:33:50 - The Most Badass Lady Pirate You've Never Heard Of 00:43:49 - What Was Hygiene Like On Pirate Ships 00:54:51 - What It Was Like to Witness a Pirate Execution 01:05:24 - Where Does the Pirate Accent Come From? 00:00:00: The Most Gruesome Ways Pirates Killed People00:13:03: How a Pirate Became the Pope00:23:52: 13 Bizarre Pirate Traditions Most People Don't Know About00:33:50: The Most Badass Lady Pirate You've Never Heard Of00:43:49: What Was Hygiene Like On Pirate Ships00:54:51: What It Was Like to Witness a Pirate Execution01:05:24: Where Does the Pirate Accent Come From? #pirates #piratetraditions #piratehistory #pirateexecution #JollyRoger #piratelifestyle See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/687a8bedbea9f055d4d8a5d4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Great Depression was the most severe economic downturn in U.S. history. However, its actual causes and conditions aren't widely known. Over decades, the narrative has been shaped to fit various political agendas, leading to common misconceptions in pop culture about this dark period in the nation. To explore more about myths of the Great Depression, visit this link. #GreatDepression #economicdownturn #misconceptions #U.S.history #politicalagendas See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6873f469b7bc899feff7f2ff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The history of France is thrillingly complex! Dive into the past as we uncover life at Versailles, unravel the mysteries of the Paris catacombs, and reveal the true story of Marie Antoinette. Explore how Napoleon met his Waterloo and other captivating aspects of French history. Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Weirdest Rules of Royal French Etiquette 00:11:09 - "Facts" About Marie Antoinette That Weren't True 00:20:52 - What Life Was Like for Marie Antoinette's Children 00:31:38 - What It Was Like To Live At Versailles 00:41:01 - How Napoleon Lost at Waterloo 00:51:43 - What Hygiene Was Like at The Court of Versailles 01:02:26 - Facts About Paris Catacombs 01:13:52 - 11 Ways Corruption Led to the French Revolution 01:24:38 - Frivolous Foods The French Upper-class Ate While The Peasants Starved 00:00:00: The Weirdest Rules of Royal French Etiquette00:11:09: "Facts" About Marie Antoinette That Weren't True00:20:52: What Life Was Like for Marie Antoinette's Children00:31:38: What It Was Like To Live At Versailles00:41:01: How Napoleon Lost at Waterloo00:51:43: What Hygiene Was Like at The Court of Versailles01:02:26: Facts About Paris Catacombs01:13:52: 11 Ways Corruption Led to the French Revolution01:24:38: Frivolous Foods The French Upper-class Ate While The Peasants Starved #France #Versailles #Pariscatacombs #MarieAntoinette #Napoleon #Waterloo #FrenchRevolution #royaletiquette #corruption See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6871516b958b69586e08df0a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Long before the era of Real Housewives and the Kardashians, daytime talk shows were the go-to for sensational drama. Shows competed fiercely for ratings, often pushing boundaries. In a particularly unfortunate episode of The Jenny Jones Show, the quest for sensationalism ended tragically, resulting in the death of one guest and the imprisonment of another. What led to this shocking outcome? To read more about the incident, check out this article. #1990s #talkshow #JennyJonesShow #sensationalism #tragedy See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/686ab9ea623aad3afd162ec6 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ah, the 1980s—a truly wild and unforgettable era. Whether you lived through it, missed it, or just need a refresher, we take you on a fascinating journey. From the tragic assassination of John Lennon to the heartbreaking Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, this decade was filled with iconic moments. Relive the era's legendary music, movies, and groundbreaking sports achievements. Join us as we navigate through a decade of captivating history! So grab a snack and let's travel through these 10 exciting years together! 00:00:00: 198000:17:22: 198100:35:54: 198200:56:31: 198301:15:57: 198401:38:53: 198502:04:19: 198602:31:57: 198702:58:21: 198803:24:50: 1989 #1980s #JohnLennon #SpaceShuttleChallenger #music #movies #sports #timeline #compilation See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/686816e8b73390cebdd5a9be Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the final year of the 90s, television witnessed remarkable changes! The year 1999, long-anticipated by Prince since 1982, delivered unforgettable moments. Several iconic shows premiered just before the new millennium, including one that would redefine TV dramas for the next thirty years. What were you watching on TV in 1999? Did the Y2K threat concern you? #timeline #1999 #television #Y2K #TVdramas #newmillennium #iconicshows See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68617f68e191eb9f72d3d61c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The U.S. presidency has evolved into one of the most powerful and demanding positions. Explore its history, the evolution of presidential roles, and the unique perks that have emerged over time. Discover the intriguing lives presidents led before and after their terms, their unusual hobbies, and modern marvels like Air Force One and 'The Beast'. 00:00:00: When A President's Party Destroys The White House...00:11:12: Presidents Who Lived Wild Lives Before Taking Office00:22:52: US Presidents with the Strangest Hobbies00:35:08: What American Presidents Served at US State Dinners00:48:05: How President Taft Tried to Make Billy Possum Happen00:58:41: What It Is Like to Ride In the Presidential Limo01:09:09: Was Andrew Jackson America's Craziest President?01:20:02: What Life Is Like For an Ex-President01:32:02: Infamous Presidential Sex Scandals (That Aren't All Clinton) #U.S.presidency #presidentialhistory #presidentialhobbies #AirForceOne #TheBeast #Americanpresidents See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/685edc6e2ecc01ce1102343a Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Being lost at sea might seem like a relic of the past, but it's still a very real threat today. With just a boat and a stroke of bad luck, you could become one of the unlucky individuals who vanish into the ocean. Some manage to survive and share their harrowing tales, while others disappear without a trace. #lostatsea #survivalstories #mysteriousdisappearances See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6858c375f052b8f02de66915 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Wild West earned its name with its pockets of lawlessness and struggle for order. Explore diverse aspects of Wild West life, from law enforcement to leisure activities. Discover what Wild West saloons and their saloon girls were truly like, and how people attempted to stay clean in such a dusty environment. Delve into an era that was truly wild and exhilarating! Chapters: 00:00:00 - What It Was Like Being a Wild West Bounty Hunter 00:10:36 - What Life Was Really Like As A Wild West Sheriff 00:20:00 - What It Was Like To Be A Madam In A Wild West Saloon 00:30:34 - What It Was Like to Be a Wild West Cowboy 00:41:49 - What It Was Like Going To A Doctor In Wild West 00:52:01 - What Was Hygiene Like In The Wild West? 01:02:38 - What Were Wild West Saloons Really Like 01:18:32 - How People In the Wild West Spent Their Free Time 01:30:08 - How You Would Have Died In The Wild West 00:00:00: What It Was Like Being a Wild West Bounty Hunter00:10:36: What Life Was Really Like As A Wild West Sheriff00:20:00: What It Was Like To Be A Madam In A Wild West Saloon00:30:34: What It Was Like to Be a Wild West Cowboy00:41:49: What It Was Like Going To A Doctor In Wild West00:52:01: What Was Hygiene Like In The Wild West?01:02:38: What Were Wild West Saloons Really Like01:18:32: How People In the Wild West Spent Their Free Time01:30:08: How You Would Have Died In The Wild West #WildWest #lawlessness #saloons #bountyhunter #sheriff #saloongirls #hygiene #cowboy #doctor #freetime See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6855a1e982e2055274eeffd9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The year 1998 was quintessentially '90s! Major events included the Monica Lewinsky scandal and President Clinton's impeachment. In film, 'Titanic' became the first movie to gross over a billion dollars and dominated the Oscars. Additionally, Viagra's release provided comedic material for years ahead. Television in 1998 mirrored this vibrant era with a wave of new shows capturing teenage angst and tackling hot-button issues, alongside countdowns of top music videos. #1998 #MonicaLewinskyscandal #BillClinton #Titanic #Viagra #90sTV #teenageangst #musicvideos See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/684f0a66af9bf6f2ac82a4fa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today, we delve into the timeless topic of sexuality through the ages. From the intimate lives of Neanderthals—did they interbreed with Homo Sapiens?—to the wild excesses of Ancient Rome and Greece, and even the romantic customs during the Great Depression in the United States, this episode covers it all! Join us for a fascinating journey into humanity's intimate history. Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Strange Truth About Neanderthal Sex Lives 00:07:44 - What It Was Like Being a Sex Worker In 18th Century London 00:17:51 - The Strange Truth About Puritan Sex Lives 00:28:00 - What Sex Was Like in Ancient Rome 00:37:06 - What Sex Was Like For British Royals 00:47:33 - What Sex Was Like In Ancient Greece 00:57:27 - What Dating During The Great Depression Was Like 01:07:02 - The Science Behind Our Strange Sex Practices 00:00:00: The Strange Truth About Neanderthal Sex Lives00:07:44: What It Was Like Being a Sex Worker In 18th Century London00:17:51: The Strange Truth About Puritan Sex Lives00:28:00: What Sex Was Like in Ancient Rome00:37:06: What Sex Was Like For British Royals00:47:33: What Sex Was Like In Ancient Greece00:57:27: What Dating During The Great Depression Was Like01:07:02: The Science Behind Our Strange Sex Practices #sexuality #history #Neanderthals #AncientRome #AncientGreece #GreatDepression #sexpractices See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/684c4b6c530cf6a852aa8bdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For as long as celebrities have existed, their gossip has followed closely behind. In Hollywood, becoming a celebrity means accepting a constant presence in the public eye. Publications such as the National Enquirer and programs like TMZ have thrived on the celebrity lifestyle for profit. However, the fascination with celebrity drama in America dates back over a century. #celebrity #scandals #Hollywood #gossip #paparazzi #NationalEnquirer #TMZ See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6845cfe49ca8169b2f74f03f Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In 1957, police arrested 51-year-old Edward Theodore Gein for Bernice Worden's murder. Upon searching his isolated Wisconsin farmhouse, authorities uncovered a chilling array of crimes, including shallow graves, disembodied remains, and furniture and clothing crafted from human skin. To delve deeper into Ed Gein's childhood, visit: Ed Gein's Childhood #EdGein #truecrime #Wisconsin #murder #BerniceWorden #humanskin #crimehistory See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6843500cb172b8d70c4b6cdc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As the final decade of the millennium, the 1990s were packed with excitement. Join us for a comprehensive dive into the news, pop culture, and the quirky events that defined this vibrant era. Chapters: 00:00:00 - 1990 00:18:44 - 1991 00:45:19 - 1992 01:11:59 - 1993 01:38:52 - 1994 02:00:26 - 1995 02:22:40 - 1996 02:46:05 - 1997 03:13:02 - 1998 03:40:48 - 1999 00:00:00: 199000:18:44: 199100:45:19: 199201:11:59: 199301:38:52: 199402:00:26: 199502:22:40: 199602:46:05: 199703:13:02: 199803:40:48: 1999 #1990s #history #popculture #news #millennium #timeline See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/684066b991fcd08b49f8f52b Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 90s were nearing the new millennium with 1997 being a landmark year for television. This year marked the debut of the beloved series South Park. In music, headlines were dominated by the tragic death of Biggie Smalls, while Mike Judge transitioned from wrapping up Beavis and Butt-Head to introducing King of the Hill. Vampire enthusiasts enjoyed the premiere of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. These highlights and many more were part of the TV landscape in 1997. Share with us what you were tuning into! #1997 #TVmilestones #SouthPark #BiggieSmalls #BeavisandButt-Head #KingoftheHill #BuffytheVampireSlayer See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/683c79569b4fb656925705f2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Great Depression was more dismal than 'great,' significantly affecting everyone's romantic lives. With millions suffering from dire economic conditions, dating wasn't a priority. Consequently, the era saw dramatic shifts in sexual attitudes, often in unexpected and unfavorable ways. Discover more about dating during the Great Depression in this detailed article. #dating #GreatDepression #relationships #sexualattitudes #economicconditions See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6839f265ceb4f2b706e6858c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Created and voiced by animator Mike Judge, Beavis and Butt-Head is an adult animated series featuring two lazy, dim-witted teens obsessed with heavy metal and music videos. The original show aired for over 200 episodes across six seasons, leading to a movie, a spin-off, books, video games, and two TV revivals. What was your favorite Beavis and Butt-Head episode? Did you see the film? Let us know in the comments! #Beavis #Butt-Head #MikeJudge #animatedseries #heavymetal #musicvideos #TVrevivals See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68337e0aa4e15ef1f57bdeee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Puritans, a group of English Protestants prominent in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, were known for their strictness. However, they held surprising views on sexuality that you might not expect! To explore further into Puritan's intimate beliefs, visit this article. #Puritans #sexuality #EnglishProtestants #intimacybeliefs See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/68309b9dbe2989eed9e20189 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Explore the memorable television moments of 1996, a significant year in TV history. This year marked the debut of popular shows like 'Third Rock From The Sun' and the conclusion of 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.' Who can forget the iconic 'Friends' episode featuring the prom video? 1996 was also notable for the launch of Dish Network, bringing entertainment to rural America and introducing Judge Judy to audiences. Share your favorite TV memories from 1996! #1996 #television #ThirdRockFromTheSun #FreshPrinceofBel-Air #Friends #DishNetwork #JudgeJudy #TVhistory See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6829e85dac7509156831d177 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Amish community is renowned for avoiding modern technology and conveniences, such as electricity, creating a quaint and peaceful society seemingly untouched by the contemporary world. However, life can be particularly challenging for Amish women, who must adhere to some of the most stringent and peculiar rules. To delve deeper into the role of women in Amish communities, read more here. #women #Amish #strangerules #Amishcommunity #technology See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/682745824ad3a052fa6a5763 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Join us as we delve deeply into the iconic television series, The Sopranos. Back in 1999, both the film "Analyze This" and the TV show "The Sopranos" emerged, each showcasing an anxious gangster seeking therapy. However, the similarities ended there. While "Analyze This" was a lighthearted movie, The Sopranos revolutionized TV dramas forever. #TheSopranos #televisiondrama #AnalyzeThis #1999 #gangsterseries See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/6820ada5d20d90eb6e779208 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Throughout history, queens have often been overshadowed in the annals of their times. While kings were busy with conquests and sometimes losing their heads in various ways, queens dedicated themselves to ruling, ensuring lineage continuance, and dealing with their peculiar spouses. However, not all queens managed to survive these challenges. The role of a monarch could be perilously demanding. Discover more about the unusual deaths of historic queens at this link. #queens #bizarredeaths #historicalrecord #weirdhistory See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/681e0aa8e64c4b83e7e5e069 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Civil War of the 1860s was a challenging period in American history. This episode explores various aspects of life during the Civil War that aren't commonly taught in schools. Chapters: 00:00 - Life as a Civil War Soldier 10:38 - Unconventional Foods During the Civil War 26:11 - Working in a Civil War Field Hospital 37:57 - The Final Hours of the Civil War 49:35 - Life as a Civil War Prisoner 59:47 - The Wildest General of the Civil War 01:09:07 - Hygiene Among Civil War Armies 01:21:01 - Fighting in the Civil War's Bloodiest Battle 00:00:00: Life as a Civil War Soldier00:10:38: Unconventional Foods During the Civil War00:26:11: Working in a Civil War Field Hospital00:37:57: The Final Hours of the Civil War00:49:35: Life as a Civil War Prisoner00:59:47: The Wildest General of the Civil War01:09:07: Hygiene Among Civil War Armies01:21:01: Fighting in the Civil War's Bloodiest Battle #CivilWar #history #Americanhistory #CivilWarsoldiers #CivilWarbattles #CivilWarfood #fieldhospitals #wargenerals #militaryhygiene See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/681cb92ad669355f894a65cb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The year 1995 was a pivotal moment in television history, right in the heart of the 90s! There was a plethora of content to enjoy on TV - from Drew Barrymore's memorable appearance on David Letterman's show to the launch of MadTV. New networks like the WB and UPN emerged, offering fresh programming. Iconic shows such as Xena: Warrior Princess, The Parent Hood, and Mr. Show premiered, marking significant milestones. It was a year of highs and lows, with the debut of the X-Games and the sensational OJ Simpson trial captivating audiences. What were you watching in 1995? Share your thoughts in the comments! #1995 #television #DrewBarrymore #DavidLetterman #MadTV #WB #UPN #Xena:WarriorPrincess #TheParentHood #Mr.Show #X-Games #OJSimpsontrial See show notes: https://inlet.fm/weird-history/episodes/681773255048f211fe00bfd5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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