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A River Runs Greedy
The Johnstown Flood of 1889 Listen Here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-river-runs-greedy-the-johnstown-flood-of-1889–65112082 ⚠️Trigger Warning⚠️ Before we begin, a quick heads-up. Today’s story includes some heavy and heartbreaking moments, including mass death and destruction, historical trauma, and graphic disaster aftermath—such as fire, injury, and body recovery.It’s a hard story—but an important one. And I’ll be right here with you through all of it.But if it’s too much? That’s okay.Listen when you feel ready, or skip this one entirely. Your well-being matters most. Transcript Hello, my curious and slightly morbid friends! Welcome back to Bygone Echoes, the podcast where history isn’t just something we study—it’s something we feel deep in our bones. Sometimes it makes us…
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Nothing Really Matters… Except This Song
Welcome to Bygone Echoes, a history podcast. I’m your host, Courtney, and I’m so glad you’re here. History isn’t just about the past; it’s about understanding how we got to now and where we might be heading next. And sometimes? History isn’t found in textbooks—it’s in the music that shapes us, the songs that refuse to fade, the ones that somehow still hit decades later. Which brings me to today’s episode. So, picture this. It’s a regular weekday morning, I’m driving my elementary-aged kiddo to school, and as usual, we’ve got music playing. It’s a thing we do—some days it’s pop, some days it’s rap, some days it’s classical because…
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The Lady in White World Tour
Transcription ⚠️ Trigger Warning ⚠️ Before listening in to this episode of Bygone Echoes, we want to provide a quick content warning for our listeners. This episode discusses ghost stories and folklore that often involve themes of violence, death, suicide, child loss, betrayal, and grief, as well as systemic issues like patriarchy, colonization, and gender-based oppression. While these tales are rooted in history and cultural critique, they can be emotionally heavy for some listeners. If these topics feel like they might be too much for you today–thats totally ok. Please take care of yourself, and feel free to skip this episode or revisit it when you’re ready. Your well-being is…
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Baby, It’s Cold Outside: How Frost, Famine & Inequality Fueled A Revolution
Transcription Hello there! Welcome to Bygone Echoes, a history podcast, where we uncover the strange, forgotten, and downright chilling corners of history. I’m your host, Courtney, and today we’re diving into a story of frosty mornings, empty bellies, and a society on the brink of revolution. Imagine waking up to a freezing morning where the sun barely warms the ground. Your crops have failed—again. Bread, your one daily staple, is now completely unaffordable. As you trudge into town, passing fields of icy, ruined crops, you hear whispers of riots—of bakeries stormed by desperate crowds. Meanwhile, the privileged sit down to lavish feasts of sugar-dusted pastries, blissfully indifferent to the hunger…
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Of Monster Soup, Ghostly Maps & Men
⚠️Trigger Warning ⚠️ This episode includes discussions of bodily functions, so if you’re eating, you may want to pause and come back later. It also touches on the difficult topic of infant mortality. Listener discretion is advised. Welcome to Bygone Echoes, a history podcast. I’m your host, Courtney, and thank you so much for joining me! I know it’s been a while. My life lately has felt like juggling flaming swords—exciting, chaotic, and, given my lack of hand-eye coordination, hilariously disastrous. But hey, I’ve finally managed to put the swords down and I’m ready to roll! Thanks for sticking around while I wrangled the circus act that is life. I’ve…
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Soaring Spirits and Devilish Deals: The Tale of La Chasse-Galerie
Discover the enchanting and eerie tale of La Chasse-Galerie, or "The Flying Canoe," a beloved piece of Canadian folklore. Learn about its origins, cultural significance, and the timeless themes of adventure, morality, and supernatural intrigue that continue to captivate audiences.
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The Truth About Florence 1856 Schoolmaster Murder: An Epic Tale
Explore the Florence 1856 schoolmaster murder, a bizarre and tragic true story from Florence, Alabama. A lesson in how one action can lead to a shocking cycle of violence.
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Shaking Up History: The 1755 Lisbon Earthquake
Discover the profound impact of the 1755 Lisbon Earthquake on the Enlightenment and modern urban planning. This article explores how the devastating event influenced philosophical debates, led to the birth of seismology, and inspired revolutionary city designs. Learn about this and more with your go-to history podcast for exploring weird history, obscure history and strange historical mysteries and events.
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The Tragedy of the Hollywood Sign Girl
Explore the haunting story of Peg Entwistle, famously known as the Hollywood Sign Girl, whose tragic tale of ambition and despair in 1930s Hollywood continues to echo through the industry. Learn about her life, legacy, and the memorial event that honored her, all while shedding light on mental health awareness in the entertainment world
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The Surprising History of Mother’s Day
Discover the captivating journey of Mother's Day, from its sincere origins to its modern-day commercialization. Delve into the founder's struggle against commercial forces and explore the dual-edged legacy it leaves behind.