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LA Gone Wild: The 1871 Chinese Massacre and America’s Forgotten Hate Crime
Transcription ⚠️ Trigger Warning ⚠️ Before we begin, I want to let you know that this episode covers some incredibly difficult topics: racially motivated violence, lynching, systemic racism, and discrimination against immigrants. I’ll also touch on political issues that may feel heavy or stressful, especially given what’s happening in the world today. If these subjects feel like too much right now, it’s okay to pause and return when you’re ready. Please take care of yourself as we explore this painful but important chapter of history, because while it may be from the past, its echoes are still with us. Thank you for being here. Hey there, history lovers and curious…
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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.