Horrible History
324 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 72 ratingsEvery city has its own horrible history. For two seasons, hosts Emily Barlean and Rachel Everett ventured to two new cities to do a deep dive into pieces of history that aren’t in the travel brochures – all the horrible, tragic and traumatic things that have happened in the history of the world.
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2022 Wrapped: Part 2, Our Favorite Moments (Is Your Type Just YOU but Nude?)
December 31, 2022 06:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBHappy last day of 2022, friends! Here is your FINAL half of the 2022 Wrapped, Horrible History Style. Here's what you'll hear, and where you can find the full episodes: Happy Hour with Horrible History - Surviving a Plane Crash in the Woods (Protect Your Fucking Shins) - June 8, 2022 80 - Catalina, California & London, England (Diarrhea for Everyone) - JULY 21, 2022 Terrible Today - Summer Hiatus, Episode 1 - JUNE 21, 2022 81 - Washington D.C. & Vernon, NJ (Bravado and Negligence) - JU...
2022 Wrapped: Part 1, Our Favorite Moments (You Festive Bitch!!)
December 22, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBJoin Emily and Rachel as they recap the first 11 of 22 favorite moments from the Horrible History 2022 season. Listen in and hear our commentary intermixed as we listen together live! Patrons can check out the video that includes all of our funny faces, laughs, and added commentary that didn't make the cut. Here's what DID make the cut: 61 - New York, NY & Clarksville, TN (Andrew Jackson: Ghost Hunter) - FEBRUARY 03, 2022 78 - Guangdong, China & Lima, Peru (Death by Five Machete Chops)...
85 - Red Bluff, CA & Calais, France (Pray the Sociopathy Away)
November 30, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBTrigger Warning: sexual assault, physical abuse, torture, claustrophobia First, Emily shares the story of "The Girl in the Box" - Colleen Stan, who survived 7 years of torture and capture. Then, Rachel tells us about the ultimate dick-swinging contest between Henry VIII of England François I of France. Sources: All That's Interesting Crime Investigations Distractify News.com People v. Hooker Case File Smithsonian Magazine Historic UK Trip Advisor Wanderlog The Travel Magazine...
84 - Chicago, IL & New Dehli, India (That's On the [Big Red] Nose)
October 25, 2022 05:00 - 2 hours - 85.2 MBTrigger Warnings: Child Abuse, Sexual Assault, Sexual Assault of a Minor First, Rachel shares the horrific tale of John Wayne Gacy, the killer clown. Then, Emily takes on a lighter story and shares information about the Champawat Tiger, a tigress that killed 463 people in the early 1900s. +++ Sources: Medium Vice All That's Interesting Wicked We IMDB Find a Grave Wikipedia Sword and Scale Nonprofit Sector News Biography Grunge Newsweek Spotify Spotify Peacock TV Amazon ...
83 - Milwaukee, WI & Bolzano, Italy (Surrrprise, We're Back)
September 27, 2022 10:00 - 2 hours - 99.3 MBTrigger Warning(s) - rape, substance abuse, mental illness, cannibalism, sexual assault, suicidal ideation, murder and dismemberment with graphic details, necrophilia, sexual assault of a child, stories involving unjust treatment of people of color First, Emily heads to Milwaukee, WI to tell the longest, most horrific story she's ever told... the Milwaukee Monster, Jeffrey Dahmer. Then Rachel shares a tremendously interesting story of Ötzi, a glacier mummy from the Copper Age, who, thanks t...
Important Announcement: Horrible History Series Finale
August 25, 2022 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.58 MBBeautiful, wonderful friends of Horrible History - we are both happy and sad to announce that we have decided to sunset the podcast. Please listen to this short episode to hear more about why, find out about timing for our finale episode and learn more about a merch sale! To submit a recommendation for our FINALE (Submissions close September 30) To order your final pieces of Horrible History merch at 50% off (Sale through September 30) We love you so much and hope you understand our deci...
82 - Fujinomiya, Japan & Scottsdale, AZ (The Cracker Barrel Tier of Privilege)
August 04, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBThis week on Horrible History, Emily tells us an onion of a story with layer after layer about the Aokigahara Forest in Japan. Then, Rachel heads to Scottsdale to tell the story of Steven Steinberg, a man accused of the murder of his wife Elana Steinberg by stabbing her 26 times in 1981, in Scottsdale, Arizona - while sleepwalking. Hopefully you're horrified. Content/Trigger Warnings: - Suicide Suicide Resources: 988 Suicide Prevention Resources Find a Therapist: Psychology Today ...
82 - Fujinomiya, Japan & Scottsdale, AZ (The Cracker Barrel Tier of Privilege)
August 04, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBThis week on Horrible History, Emily tells us an onion of a story with layer after layer about the Aokigahara Forest in Japan. Then, Rachel heads to Scottsdale to tell the story of Steven Steinberg, a man accused of the murder of his wife Elana Steinberg by stabbing her 26 times in 1981, in Scottsdale, Arizona - while sleepwalking. Hopefully you're horrified. Content/Trigger Warnings: - Suicide Suicide Resources: 988 Suicide Prevention Resources Find a Therapist: Psychology Today ...
81 - Washington D.C. & Vernon, NJ (Bravado and Negligence)
July 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBThis week on Horrible History, we're covering two tales of privileged white men with a ton of bravado and negligence! First, Rachel heads to Washington D.C. to talk about Daniel Sickles, the first person to be acquitted of murder due to temporary insanity. Then, Emily heads to Vernon, New Jersey to share the crazy story of Action Park - America's most dangerous amusement/water park. Plus, don't miss the beginning of Rachel's story where she shares some "fun" facts about the Civil War! H...
81 - Washington D.C. & Vernon, NJ (Bravado and Negligence)
July 28, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBThis week on Horrible History, we're covering two tales of privileged white men with a ton of bravado and negligence! First, Rachel heads to Washington D.C. to talk about Daniel Sickles, the first person to be acquitted of murder due to temporary insanity. Then, Emily heads to Vernon, New Jersey to share the crazy story of Action Park - America's most dangerous amusement/water park. Plus, don't miss the beginning of Rachel's story where she shares some "fun" facts about the Civil War! H...
80 - Catalina, California & London, England (Diarrhea for Everyone)
July 21, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBHi friends! Thanks for bearing with us as we took a little break last week to deal with life. We're back today with Episode 80! First, Rachel talks about Natalie Wood, beloved Hollywood starlet whose death has never truly been solved. Oh, and PS, Christopher Walken was there. Then Emily shares the history of the Bethlehem Royal Hospital an insane asylum that was so horrific it created a new term for mayhem. Trigger Warnings: Rape, Police Brutality, Suicide Sources: Britannica Biograp...
80 - Catalina, California & London, England (Diarrhea for Everyone)
July 21, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBHi friends! Thanks for bearing with us as we took a little break last week to deal with life. We're back today with Episode 80! First, Rachel talks about Natalie Wood, beloved Hollywood starlet whose death has never truly been solved. Oh, and PS, Christopher Walken was there. Then Emily shares the history of the Bethlehem Royal Hospital an insane asylum that was so horrific it created a new term for mayhem. Trigger Warnings: Rape, Police Brutality, Suicide Sources: Britannica Biograp...
79 - Rome, Italy & Paris, France (Menacing Menacing Menacing!)
July 07, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBWe're back from our Summer Hiatus and once again Emily and Rachel have the same brain. First, Emily goes to Rome, Italy to cover one of the first independent female artists - Artemisia Gentileschi - a woman who was wronged by a man and then spent her life trying to elevate women in art. Then, Rachel heads to the Louvre in Paris to tell us about all of the times when the Mona Lisa was attacked. Trigger Warnings: Rape Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly apprec...
Terrible Today - Summer Hiatus, Episode 3
July 05, 2022 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBOur final episode of Terrible Today for Summer Hiatus. Here are a few reasons to listen: Reasons to Listen: Just a little light treason Sex tips if you've got the pox We're too cynical to be influencers The feminists are winning! Kids don't discriminate about toilets A fartrepreneur follow up Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our website, or via email at horriblehistorypodca...
Summer Hiatus Episode 3 - Unsolved Mysteries (Explain That, Fat Shamers!)
June 30, 2022 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBToday's episode of Happy Hour covers four unsolved mysteries of science. First, Mary Reeser, a woman who seemed to spontaneously combust; then, a man from the nonexistent country of Taured; next, 5,000 birds that committed suicide on New Year's Eve; and finally a story of reincarnation. What do you believe? Trigger Warning: Suicide Contact Us: Instagram: @horriblehistorypod Twitter: @thehorriblepod Email: [email protected] Support the Show: Let us know you like Horribl...
Terrible Today - Summer Hiatus, Episode 2
June 28, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBWeek two of our Summer Hiatus -- and lots of strange happenings around the world! Here are a few reasons to listen this week: Reasons to Listen: Baby names are hard We put the "candy" in cannabis The worst neighbors Extreme bottomless brunch The self-named Scandal Queen Fleshlight wants people to be afraid of how horny they are Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our website, or ...
Summer Hiatus Episode 2 - The Death of Princess Di (Winter is Coming)
June 23, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBThis week for our Summer Hiatus episode, check out this old episode of Happy Hour with Horrible History about the death of the People's Princess - Princess Diana. Enjoy this special look into what it is like to be a patron of Horrible History. Hopefully you're horrified. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our website, or via email at [email protected].
Summer Hiatus Episode 2 - The Death of Princess Di (Winter is Coming)
June 23, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBThis week for our Summer Hiatus episode, check out this old episode of Happy Hour with Horrible History about the death of the People's Princess - Princess Diana. Enjoy this special look into what it is like to be a patron of Horrible History. Hopefully you're horrified. Support the show
Terrible Today - Summer Hiatus, Episode 1
June 21, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBThis week Emily and Rachel are on summer hiatus, so episodes are not related to specific story locations. Trust us, they're still really really good. Reasons to Listen: Vandalism is more fun with cake A Josh Battle Royale A cockroach villian The cutest thing to ever break and enter Joe Biden's presidency isn't the best, but it's also not an emergency So many unanswered questions about sex with a plane. Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate i...
Summer Hiatus Episode 1 - The Dexter Copycat Killer (#SaveRachel)
June 16, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBHello friends! As you heard last week on the main, we are taking a brief summer hiatus in June. Never fear, though, you still will get content from Horrible History while we're away. For our non-patrons, please enjoy this sneak peek into what it's like to be a patron! Listen to Rachel tell the story of Mark Twitchell, the Dexter Copycat Killer. And, Patrons, you are still getting new content! You'll get access to a brand new Happy Hour each week. Head over to Patreon and check it out now. ...
Terrible Today - Peru & China
June 14, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBThis week on Terrible Today, Emily heads to Peru and Rachel travels to China to share some of the wacky happenings that have taken place recently in those locations. Reasons to Listen Knock knock, who's there? It's me, I'm alive. The most drastic avoidance of marriage possible Yabba dabba do! A Flinstone-inspired vehicle Humiliation in the workplace The cutest alpaca in the world, allegedly Bomb threat gone wrong Sources: Global Times Global Times Global Times Republic Wo...
78 - Guangdong, China & Lima, Peru (Death by Five Machete Chops)
June 09, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBWe've got two bad bitches this week on Horrible History. First, Rachel heads to Guangdong, China to share the story of Ching Shih, a Chinese pirate leader who was active in the South China Sea from 1801 to 1810. Then, Emily heads to Lima, Peru to share the horrifying tale of Juliane Koepcke, the 17-year-old woman who was the sole survivor of the LANSA Flight 508 plane crash, then survived 11 days alone in the Amazon rainforest. Hopefully, you're horrified. Sources: All That's Interesting ...
Episode 78 - Guangdong, China & Lima, Peru (Death by Five Machete Chops)
June 09, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBWe've got two bad bitches this week on Horrible History. First, Rachel heads to Guangdong, China to share the story of Ching Shih, a Chinese pirate leader who was active in the South China Sea from 1801 to 1810. Then, Emily heads to Lima, Peru to share the horrifying tale of Juliane Koepcke, the 17-year-old woman who was the sole survivor of the LANSA Flight 508 plane crash, then survived 11 days alone in the Amazon rainforest. Hopefully, you're horrified. Sources: All That's Interesting ...
78 - Guangdong, China & Lima, Peru (Death by Five Machete Chops)
June 09, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBWe've got two bad bitches this week on Horrible History. First, Rachel heads to Guangdong, China to share the story of Ching Shih, a Chinese pirate leader who was active in the South China Sea from 1801 to 1810. Then, Emily heads to Lima, Peru to share the horrifying tale of Juliane Koepcke, the 17-year-old woman who was the sole survivor of the LANSA Flight 508 plane crash, then survived 11 days alone in the Amazon rainforest. Hopefully, you're horrified. Sources: All That's Interesting ...
Terrible Today - Los Angeles, CA & Fart Jokes
June 07, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBThis week on Terrible Today, Rachel is an over-achiever and goes back to California AND covers three stories about cops, in honor of her story about the murder of Sherri Rasmussen. Emily, on the other hand, does what Emily does best and tells fart jokes. Reasons to Listen: Actually terrible news A gift for someone who has everything An erect penis that just keeps getting worse The husband ALWAYS does it Stupid criminals So many fart buns Support the show Thank you so much for list...
77 - Van Nuys, CA & Cameroon, Africa (Your Friendly Neighborhood Best Friend)
June 02, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBThis week on Horrible History, Rachel heads to Van Nuys, California to tell an insane story that involves a decades-long who-done-it, a bad bitch, a hero dad, a jealous ex, and a fuck boi. The murder of Sherri Rasmussen. Then, Emily heads to Africa to talk about the 1986 disaster: the Lake Nyos explosion that killed over 1,700 people. Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive ...
Episode 77 - Van Nuys, CA & Cameroon, Africa (Your Friendly Neighborhood Best Friend)
June 02, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBThis week on Horrible History, Rachel heads to Van Nuys, California to tell an insane story that involves a decades-long who-done-it, a bad bitch, a hero dad, a jealous ex, and a fuck boi. The murder of Sherri Rasmussen. Then, Emily heads to Africa to talk about the 1986 disaster: the Lake Nyos explosion that killed over 1,700 people. Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: Support the show
Terrible Today - Alabama & Boston, MA
May 31, 2022 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBThis week on Terrible Today, Emily heads to Alabama and Rachel revisits Boston, Massachusetts. Reasons to Listen: A party bus full of minors Weird Alabama laws A naked woman in a golf cart Revenge on Subway sandwiches A Karen calling 911 Lube disaster at the USPS Sources: Huffpost Huffpost Yellow Hammer News Patch Patch Patch Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our websit...
Episode 76 - Montgomery, AL & Boston, MA (You've Got Chutzpah, Here's My Money)
May 26, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBThis week on Horrible History, Emily heads to Montgomery, Alabama to tell the story of baaadddd bitttchhh Viola Luizzo, an American civil rights activist killed by the KKK in March 1965. Then, Rachel tells the story of Charles Ponzi, an Italian swindler and con artist whose name is where we get the term "Ponzi Scheme." Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: NPR Washington Post Detroit Historical MIWF Ignatius NYC CNN Britannica Time Wikipedia Biography Smithsonian Mag Su...
76 - Montgomery, AL & Boston, MA (You've Got Chutzpah, Here's My Money)
May 26, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBThis week on Horrible History, Emily heads to Montgomery, Alabama to tell the story of baaadddd bitttchhh Viola Luizzo, an American civil rights activist killed by the KKK in March 1965. Then, Rachel tells the story of Charles Ponzi, an Italian swindler and con artist whose name is where we get the term "Ponzi Scheme." Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: NPR Washington Post Detroit Historical MIWF Ignatius NYC CNN Britannica Time Wikipedia Biography Smithsonian Mag Su...
Terrible Today - Galveston, TX & Royal Rumors
May 24, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MBThis week on Terrible Today Emily heads back to Galveston, Texas and Rachel tells four crazy rumors about royals from past and present. Reasons to Listen: Historic misogyny Meddling Karens Royal Macabre Theories Twerking without Masks Ignorant Bitches doing their Best Australian Accent Stupid Texas Laws Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our website, or via email at horriblehi...
75 - Galveston, TX & St. Petersburg, Russia (Suck on that, Baby!)
May 19, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBTrigger Warning: child abuse and neglect, animal abuse, pregnancy loss, loss of a child This week on Horrible History Emily heads to Galveston, Texas to tell us the story of the 1900 Hurricane - one of the deadliest natural disasters in history. Then, Rachel brings home a big one - the story of Catherine the Great. Hopefully, you're horrified. Sources: https://www.1900storm.com/ https://www.npr.org/2017/11/30/566950355/the-tempest-at-galveston-we-knew-there-was-a-storm-coming-but-we-...
Episode 75 - Galveston, TX & St. Petersburg, Russia (Suck on that, Baby!)
May 19, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBTrigger Warning: child abuse and neglect, animal abuse, pregnancy loss, loss of a child This week on Horrible History Emily heads to Galveston, Texas to tell us the story of the 1900 Hurricane - one of the deadliest natural disasters in history. Then, Rachel brings home a big one - the story of Catherine the Great. Hopefully, you're horrified. Sources: https://www.1900storm.com/ https://www.npr.org/2017/11/30/566950355/the-tempest-at-galveston-we-knew-there-was-a-storm-coming-but-we-...
Terrible Today - The Craziest Articles on the Internet
May 17, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBThis week on Terrible Today, we follow up the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard episode with a special episode featuring the six craziest articles we could find on the internet. Reasons to Listen: Babies literally entering to Enter Sandman Doll heads from your nightmares Ryan Reynold's shenanigans Stupid art thieves Is that a crossbow in your pants or are you just happy to see us? The actual worst visit to a porta potty ever Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would gr...
Terrible Today Mega Episode - Depp v. Heard (Who Pooped the Bed!?)
May 12, 2022 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBA very special, giant episode of Terrible Today. By special request, Rachel and Emily share a breakdown of the Amber Heard v. Johnny Depp relationship and defamation trial. Trigger Warning: sexual abuse, domestic violence Reasons to Listen: A detailed timeline of the Heard Depp relationship Get to the bottom of who pooped the bed Learn about Histrionic Behavior Disorders TikTok Psychology Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would...
Terrible Today - Germany & Salt Lake City, UT
May 10, 2022 05:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBThis week on Terrible Today, Rachel heads back to Germany and Emily goes to Salt Lake City, UT. Here are some reasons to listen: Horrifying nipples Somebody smurfed up Goat Man and his alleged front-tail The economy impacts wild boars, too A prize at the bottom of a tampon box! Spoilers, it's drugs. Don't stretch your penis Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our website, or via e...
74 - Lubeck, Germany & Salt Lake City, UT (A Convenient and Unprovable Answer)
May 05, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBThis week on Horrible History Rachel heads to Lubeck, Germany to tell us the tale of Germany's Revenge Mother, Marianne Bachmeier. Then, Emily goes to Salt Lake City, UT to talk about three devious men - a pervy governor, a criminal and a grave robber. Hopefully, you're horrified. Sources: https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctt46nsdj.38?seq=1 https://www.thedeadhistory.com/blog/jean-baptiste-salt-lake-city https://www.saltlakemagazine.com/jean-baptiste/ https://www.utahhumanities.org/...
Episode 74 - Lubeck, Germany & Salt Lake City, UT (A Convenient and Unprovable Answer)
May 05, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBThis week on Horrible History Rachel heads to Lubeck, Germany to tell us the tale of Germany's Revenge Mother, Marianne Bachmeier. Then, Emily goes to Salt Lake City, UT to talk about three devious men - a pervy governor, a criminal and a grave robber. Hopefully, you're horrified. Sources: https://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctt46nsdj.38?seq=1 https://www.thedeadhistory.com/blog/jean-baptiste-salt-lake-city https://www.saltlakemagazine.com/jean-baptiste/ https://www.utahhumanities.org/...
Terrible Today - Oregon & Ohio
May 03, 2022 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBThis week on Terrible Today, Emily heads back to Ohio and Rachel goes to Oregon. Here are some reasons to listen: Breaking, Entering & Cleaning Steve the Rooster A Reminder that Pigs will Eat Anything Vigilantes Need Tacos, Too The Sexiest First Name A Man Who REALLY Hates Portland Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our website, or via email at [email protected].
73 - Salem, OR & Hamilton, OH (We Don't Talk about Brudos)
April 28, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBThis week, for Episode 73, Rachel heads to Salem, Oregon to talk about the one and only Jerry Brudos. Then, Emily tells the terrible story of the Easter Massacre of the Ruppert family in Hamilton, Ohio in 1975. Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: Murderpedia American Hauntings Ink All That's Interesting Biography OSH Museum Salem Community Markets Honeywood Winery The Famous People Murderpedia Find a Grave Facebook Books Support the show Thank you so much for listening!...
Episode 73 - Salem, OR & Hamilton, OH (We Don't Talk about Brudos)
April 28, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBThis week, for Episode 73, Rachel heads to Salem, Oregon to talk about the one and only Jerry Brudos. Then, Emily tells the terrible story of the Easter Massacre of the Ruppert family in Hamilton, Ohio in 1975. Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: Murderpedia American Hauntings Ink All That's Interesting Biography OSH Museum Salem Community Markets Honeywood Winery The Famous People Murderpedia Find a Grave Facebook Books Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/horribl...
Terrible Today - Denver, CO & Illinois
April 26, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBThis week Emily heads back to Illinois and Rachel shares stories from Denver, Colorado. Reasons to Listen: An accidental jailing The freshest human heads Pants-whiskey Notice: Stop. Pooping. In. Halls. Free shoes Denver's weird laws Sources: Huffington Post Huffington Post Huffington Post Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our website, or via email at horriblehistorypodcast...
72 - Denver, CO & Mattoon, Illinois (We're Not Mad, We're Just Disappointed)
April 21, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBThis week, for Episode 72, Rachel stays close to home and visits Denver, CO to talk about the maybe haunted, definitely horrible Cheesman Park. This park used to be a cemetery and now is a park, but ... how many bodies were left unmoved?? Then, Emily heads to Mattoon, Illinois (near Springfield) and talks about the Mad Gasser of Mattoon! Was it mass malice or mass hysteria...? Hopefully, you're horrified! Trigger Warning: Child murder, Suicide Sources: Murderpedia American Hauntings ...
Episode 72 - Denver, CO & Mattoon, Illinois (We're Not Mad, We're Just Disappointed)
April 21, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBThis week, for Episode 72, Rachel stays close to home and visits Denver, CO to talk about the maybe haunted, definitely horrible Cheesman Park. This park used to be a cemetery and now is a park, but ... how many bodies were left unmoved?? Then, Emily heads to Mattoon, Illinois (near Springfield) and talks about the Mad Gasser of Mattoon! Was it mass malice or mass hysteria...? Hopefully, you're horrified! Trigger Warning: Child murder, Suicide Sources: Murderpedia American Hauntings ...
Terrible Today - Nebraska and England
April 19, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBThis week on Terrible Today, Emily and Rachel head to Nebraska and England, respectively. Here are some lovely reasons to listen: A complaint about thespians A wannabe Will Ferrell The Evel Knievel of Pepperoni A criminal just needs to focus on himself A biscuit faux pas There aren't any litter boxes at school Sources Huffpost Huffpost WGN Radio Mirror UK Independent Daily Mail UK Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would...
Episode 71 - Exeter, England & Seward, NE (Foiled Again!)
April 14, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBFirst, Rachel heads to Exeter, England to talk about John Lee: The Man They Could Not Hang. Then, Emily shares the story of Warren Clough, the first person convicted of murder in Seward, Nebraska. Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: Exploding Bakery Ram Museum Exeter Cathedral Solo Sophie Cult of Weird Smithsonian Magazine Murder Research British Newspaper Archive County of Seward NE IAGEN Web History Nebraska Google Books Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/...
71 - Exeter, England & Seward, NE (Foiled Again!)
April 14, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBFirst, Rachel heads to Exeter, England to talk about John Lee: The Man They Could Not Hang. Then, Emily shares the story of Warren Clough, the first person convicted of murder in Seward, Nebraska. Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: Exploding Bakery Ram Museum Exeter Cathedral Solo Sophie Cult of Weird Smithsonian Magazine Murder Research British Newspaper Archive County of Seward NE IAGEN Web History Nebraska Google Books Support the show Thank you so much for lis...
Terrible Today - Egypt & Pittsburg, PA
April 12, 2022 05:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBThis week, Rachel heads to Pittsburg and Emily goes to Egypt. Reasons to Listen: An ungrateful smoking chimpanzee Criminal napping An uneventful sarcophagus opening Stupid criminals committing arson Sexy cupcakes are always funny Fisticuffs over a burger Sources: Economist Philly Voice Ahram Online Support the show Thank you so much for listening! We would greatly appreciate it if you would leave us a positive review on Apple, Audible, our website, or via email at horribleh...
70 - Cairo, Egypt & Pittsburg, PA (The OG Participation Trophy)
April 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBThis week Emily takes us to the exotic Cairo, Egypt to share the story of King Tutankhamun - his life, death, and the curse that allegedly haunts his tomb. Then, Rachel heads to Pittsburg to talk about Ebenezer McBurney Byers, whose untimely death was the result of multiple cancers inflicted thanks to consuming 1,400 bottles of Radiothor (aka diluted radium!). Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: The Culture Trip Go Ahead Tours Notable Biographies Owlcation Library of Social Scienc...
70 - Cairo, Egypt & Pittsburg, PA (The OG Participation Trophy)
April 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBThis week Emily takes us to the exotic Cairo, Egypt to share the story of King Tutankhamun - his life, death, and the curse that allegedly haunts his tomb. Then, Rachel heads to Pittsburg to talk about Ebenezer McBurney Byers, whose untimely death was the result of multiple cancers inflicted thanks to consuming 1,400 bottles of Radiothor (aka diluted radium!). Hopefully, you're horrified! Sources: The Culture Trip Go Ahead Tours Notable Biographies Owlcation Library of Social Scienc...