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A podcast in which two sisters geek out about their favorite moments in history.
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Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders. If you are struggling with an eating disorder or body image issues, call or text the National Eating Disorders Association hotline at 1-800-931-2237. For crisis situations, text “NEDA” to 741741 to be connected with the Crisis Text Line.
This week, we learn about the People's Princess, Diana. Queen of charitable causes, fashion icon, and international treasure.
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
This week, we learn all about Amanda's favorite cryptid, and the history behind it: Mothman. We also do a lot of rambling about West Virginia. You know us.
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
He was a cartoonist, a writer and producer of military films during WWII, and he basically taught us all how to read. Let's learn about Dr. Seuss!
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Monday Oct 26, 2020
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of mental illness, as well as descriptions of abuse that may be upsetting for some listeners.
This week, Amanda tells us all about the history of Bedlam. Creepy statues and absurd practices. No wonder "bedlam" means chaos.
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Monday Oct 12, 2020
It's spooky season! So we're once again doing some spoOoOoky topics for the month of October! What caused the mass hysteria that lead to the Salem Witch Trials in 1692? Was it normal teenage angst or poison wheat? The world may never know.
Monday Sep 28, 2020
Monday Sep 28, 2020
It's our 50th episode! This week, we learn all about one of Ireland's most successful rebellions, The Easter Rising!
Monday Sep 07, 2020
Monday Sep 07, 2020
She was an author with strong opinions, who didn't fool anyone for long with her pen name. This week, we learn about George Eliot!
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
How do you lose an entire colony twice? Did the people of Roanoke vanish, or simply move on? This week, Amanda teaches us all about The Lost Colony of Roanoke.
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Monday Aug 10, 2020
A Russian Princess, a secretary, and the saver of many lives. This week, we learn about Sofka Skipwith! Thank you to our listener, Pendragoner, for the suggestion!
Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
She wanted to be a successful woman in any male-dominated field, and she sure did accomplish that. Her life was fascinating, but far too short. This week, we learn about Amelia Earhart.