Hi everyone, something a little different this week, but I'll be back as usual with next episode. Thanks as always!
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Nov 18
Flying Carrots & Little Divers: The French UFO Wave of 1954
In the autumn of 1954, France found itself gripped by a strange and unnerving spectacle. From quiet rural villages to bustling towns and cities, witnesses reported everything from flying discs, cigars and carrots, to little creatures in diving gear waddling beneath a glowing sphe ... Show More
1h 6m
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
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
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
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
Mar 2024
126: Dark History: Wait... WHO'S paying for the Olympics?
<div>Hi friends, happy Wednesday!<br>
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Now, before the Olympics were a thing, it was really just a bunch of Greek competitions about testing physical limits. They had no fancy ass equipment or Nike sponsorships. But since then, a lot of people have been abused, and cities ha ... Show More
59m 52s
Jun 2016
36B-Pocahontas: Between Two Streams
An abbreviated history of Pocahontas and John Smith, this episode looks at the conflict largely from the Powhatan side. This isn't the Disney version. It is gritty, dark, violent, and, if Mattaponi oral history is to be trusted, fairly disturbing. Still, it tells the story of a c ... Show More
1h 1m