Yes, That Actually Happened!
22 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 6 ratingsHistory is a crazy series of events and people. This podcast explores the parts of history that are real head scratchers, covering a wide range of topics, places and timeframes within history.
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Ep. 17 Grand Rapids Crime Tour History Special
July 20, 2021 02:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBIn this special episode after gathering research over a period of several months Jay and Erin go over a small chunk of the history of Grand Rapids. Centered around the GR Crime Tour and crimes that were committed in Grand Rapids they invite their listeners to enjoy their city. https://www.grpl.org/research/history/ https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Government/Departments/City-Archives-and-Records-Center GR Crime Tours Twitter: @ytahpodcast Support the show
Ep. 16 Amelia Earhart
July 13, 2021 02:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBOn this episode based on a listener request, Jay and Erin dive into the life of Amelia Earhart. While not the only female pilot (more on that in the episode) she did live an extraordinary life, had many firsts for female aviators, and still left us with a mystery. What ended up happening in the end to Amelia Earhart? Support the show
Mini Bonus Episode: The Worst Marathon
July 03, 2021 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.46 MBErin and Jay take a break and do a very mini episode that features an event where everything that could go wrong, did go wrong. www.yesthatactuallyhappened.com Support the show
Ep. 15 Odd Crimes and Mysteries in History Part III
June 22, 2021 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBJay and Erin again take a dark turn into some darker crimes that occurred through history. First visit a small German town where an entire family was murdered and remains unsolved o this day. Then travel to Alcatraz and learn about one of their more famous prison break outs. Then Jay brings us back to the present for a solved crime that takes a grisly turn. Listener discretion is advised. Support the show
Bonus Mini Episode: Dance Until, Well Until You Die
June 08, 2021 01:00 - 7 minutes - 5.31 MBErin and Jay pop in for a quick mini bonus episode exploring a very unique plague that swept through Europe in the Middle Ages. What exactly was the dancing plague and what caused these unusual symptoms? Support the show
Ep. 14 The History of Modern Surgery
June 05, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBErin and Jay explore medicine with a focus on how surgery today came to be. Learn how things first started (try not to cringe too much), how Jay is very anti-bug, where amputations first started, the legal aspects and change in education. Listen to the end to join in on a mini-game. Support the show
Ep. 13 The History of Wine in General & in Michigan
May 28, 2021 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBErin and a special guest (also named Aaron) explore the weird history of wine in where it originally came from, what it's uses were, and why it is so deeply engrained in our culture. They also hit a little history of wine in Michigan and highlight places they visited in case any listener is interested. Soul Squeeze Cellars - Michigan Wine & Cider 45 North Vineyard & Winery (fortyfivenorth.com) Support the show
Ep. 12 The Eiffel Tower
May 15, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MBErin and Jay travel to France to focus on the history of the Eiffel Tower, the good, the bad and the plain weird. Listen as they learned how the tower came to be, why some were against it being built at all and why Jay will get nervous visiting it. Support the show
Ep. 11 History of Cannibalism
May 08, 2021 15:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MBNote: While this does not contain super explicit material, it does contain some ideas and images that might make some audience uncomfortable. Listener discretion advised. Erin and Jay decide to look into some details on the history of cannibalism. They also investigate two historical tragedies where the victims resorted to it in order to survive and try to imagine what they would do in such a situation. Wine.com Wine of all types and price points, from various regions delivered right to yo...
Ep. 10 Odd Crimes & Mysteries in History Part II
May 01, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBErin and Jay get spooky again with another round of disappearances and murders. Join them as they investigate a Prime Minister's disappearance and then a serial killer in the Southern United States. History is a wild ride and it isn't always boring or safe. Also learn about Jay's insane fear of kangaroos. Find another true crime podcast, Malice After Midnight: A True Crime Podcast • A podcast on Anchor. Find great wines at better prices on Wine.com Support the show
Ep. 9 Animals in World War II
April 24, 2021 21:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBErin and Jay honor animals of all types that have served in the war, focusing on several animal stories in World War II. Meet a cat who spent way too much time in the water, a bear who enjoyed relaxing as much as the next person, and a dog who was immortalized through Disney. Also we learn the fun fact of Jay's aversion to birds of all things. Support the show
Ep. 8 Women's Suffrage in New Zealand
April 19, 2021 02:00 - 12 minutes - 8.95 MBThis week Erin and Jay focus on the suffrage movement within New Zealand. Learn how New Zealand became one of the first countries to allow women to vote in Parliament elections and the women who got them there. Support the show
Two Famous (and Very Different) Roman Battles
April 11, 2021 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBErin and Jay explore the military forces of Ancient Rome, focusing on two different generals and two important battles that they fought. Were the Romans the obvious victors or was it more complicated than that and what would Sun Tzu think? Follow the link for some fabulous wine to enjoy while listening to your favorite podcast: Wine.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/ytahpodcast)
Ep. 7 Two Famous (and Very Different) Roman Battles
April 11, 2021 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBErin and Jay explore the military forces of Ancient Rome, focusing on two different generals and two important battles that they fought. Were the Romans the obvious victors or was it more complicated than that and what would Sun Tzu think? Follow the link for some fabulous wine to enjoy while listening to your favorite podcast: Wine.com Support the show
Ep. 6 Animals on Trial
April 04, 2021 18:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThis week Erin and Jay entertain themselves on the court system for animals on trial for crimes against humans. What crimes did they commit that they stood trial for? What were the punishments? Did this actually happen? Listen to their first virtual podcast and learn about their special local event they will be hosting. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. $20 Off Your First Purchase of $100 Support the show
Odd Crimes & Mysteries in History Part 1
March 28, 2021 01:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThis episode contains mentions of crimes that include death and images that may be disturbing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. This episode Erin and Jay try out the role of investigators and explore some interesting mysteries and disappearances throughout history. They also discuss an unusual solved murder and how investigations changed over the years. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ditinapafu)
Ep. 5 Odd Crimes & Mysteries in History Part 1
March 28, 2021 01:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThis episode contains mentions of crimes that include death and images that may be disturbing for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. This episode Erin and Jay try out the role of investigators and explore some interesting mysteries and disappearances throughout history. They also discuss an unusual solved murder and how investigations changed over the years. Support the show
Ep. 4 Pirates of the Great Lakes
March 21, 2021 01:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBAhoy! Hosts Erin and Jay (of High School Author Wannabe) set sail to explore the history of pirates in a less known location, the Great Lakes, trivia of pirates, and the differences between pirates in the history books and pirates today. They are joined by a special guest Katie who offers her own perspective to this local history. Minor language. Follow Us: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter Support the show
Ep. 3 The Spy Who Fooled Everyone
March 14, 2021 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBThis week Erin and Jay learn about espionage in World War II. One man, Juan Pujol Garcia, becomes a spy for Germany and travels to England to recruit others for his mission and to spy on the Allies. But not all is what it seems and Garcia will be known as one of the most illusive spies in history. Follow Us: Facebook, Twitter @ytahpodcast Support the show
Ep 2. Women Who Adopted Male Personas
March 07, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBThis episode Erin and Jay (High School Author Wannabe) go through 6 women throughout history who, for various reasons, would dress as and assume a man's identity as well as the difficulties associated with these disguises. Support Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Follow Us: Facebook, Twitter (@ytahpodcast) Support the show
Ep 2. Women in History Who Dressed Like and Pretended to Be Men
March 07, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBThis episode Erin and her guest Jay go through 6 women throughout history who, for various reasons, would dress as and assume a man's identity as well as the difficulties associated with these disguises. Support Us On: Buy Me A Coffee Follow Us: Facebook, Twitter (@ytahpodcast) Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/ytahpodcast)
Ep 1. Better Baby Contests & the History of Eugenics
February 23, 2021 23:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBThis week Erin and Jay dive into the oddity that is Better Baby Contests, competitions that were popular in the early 1900's. Find out how they came to be, their connection to eugenics, and the history of eugenics in the United States. For a full list of sources and further research follow us on Facebook or Buy Me a Coffee. Support the show