Scheming advisors, hapless kings, evil genies, and free honey cakes make up the last of Scheherazade's stories to her king and husband.
Nov 19
422: Scottish folklore: Witchful Thinking
<h1>?♂️So you've decided to steal from a witch or wizard?♀️</h1>
<div>Are you sure about that? If you are, you might want to think about what you're going to do more than the characters in today's stories from Scotland and Norway. Especially if, like them, you end up stealing w ... Show More
1h 2m
Oct 22
420: Korean Grim Reaper: Saja Boys
<h1>⚰️It's Halloween⚰️</h1>
<div>What do you do when death comes for you? Well, the characters in today's stories have a lot of ideas, and they're surprisingly successful. The problem? Death works on a much, much longer timeline.<br>
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😈 <strong>The Creatures: Bulgasari<br>
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55m 10s
Feb 2024
122: The Dark History of Childbirth: We’ve been giving birth ALL WRONG
<div>Hi friends, happy Wednesday!<br>
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Despite what some people may say, birth is not a problem that needs solving–it's a natural journey that we just need guidance to help us get through (And of course, doctors, midwives, doulas…you get it). As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realiz ... Show More
57m 40s
Feb 2024
123: The Dark History of Hedy Lamarr: You can Thank this Hollywood Bombshell for Wifi
<div>Hi friends, happy Thursday!<br>
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Did you know the person who paved the way for the invention of Wifii was one of the most controversial actresses in Hollywood? I know. Random! Today’s episode is about the one, the only, Hedy Lamarr. It turns out, we owe Hedy A LOT. Witho ... Show More
1h 3m
Feb 2024
120: PROOF that the FBI targeted, tracked, and unalived Americans! | The Dark History of COINTELPRO
<div>Hi friends, happy Thursday<br>
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Welcome to the Dark History podcast. It’s no secret that the FBI has had a bad reputation for spying, sleuthing, and watchlists. But where did it all begin? At some point, the FBI went from just keeping an eye on people to actively trying ... Show More
40m 43s
Mar 2024
124: Dark History: Was this demonic 90s toy SPYING on us!?
<div>Hi friends, happy Wednesday!<br>
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Remember Beanie Baby Mania? It was INSANE. Everyone thought these things would be worth thousands. And then outta nowhere, Furby showed up and completely changed the game, terrorizing kids and adults alike with those creepy little eyes a ... Show More
1h 5m
Feb 2024
121: The Dark History of Valentine's Day: Hate Mail, Orgies, and Animal Sacrifice??
<div>Hi friends, happy Valentine's Day!<br>
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Maybe it’s all the social pressure, but personally, Valentine’s Day is not my favorite holiday. And I know I’m not alone in that. Sometimes it feels like Valentine’s Day is just one big scam. Like, why is there only *ONE DAY* to sh ... Show More
53m 20s
Jun 2023
Nightwalking w/ Bianca Giaever
<p>It’s June 20th. Tonight, it will be dark — and maybe you will go for a walk?</p>
<p>Jody, NIki, and Kellie are joined by Bianca Giaever, host of the podcast series “Constellation Prize,” to talk about her forays into walking at night, and her correspondence with the writer Te ... Show More
22m 6s
Apr 2024
Story Time: Dark Rituals & Pagan Rites
Hi everyone, something a little different this week, but I'll be back as usual with next episode. Thanks as always! ------- For almost anything, head over to the podcasts hub at darkhistories.com Support the show by using our link when you sign up to Audible: http://audibletrial. ... Show More
56m 6s