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Nov 2024
53m 39s

PLYMOUTH – The First Feast

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Plymouth, Massachusetts, founded in 1620, was the site of one of colonial America's most devastating winters, where only 52 of the original 102 Mayflower passengers survived through disease, starvation, and brutal conditions.


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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains themes and descriptions of: 

Death and starvation

Historical atrocities

Cannibalism and gore

Colonial violence

Violence against children

Mental illness/psychological horror

Body horror

Discussion of Native American deaths from disease and conflict

Mass graves and corpse desecration

Reference to witch trials and executions

 This episode deals with mature themes and may be particularly disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion is strongly advised.

History note: While this episode is a work of fiction, it references real historical events including the tragic deaths of both colonists and Native Americans during Plymouth's early settlement period. Some listeners may find these historical elements distressing.


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