Can fear actually kill you? In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore the science of fear, why humans are drawn to scary experiences, and the …
In the remote Arctic town of Longyearbyen, life follows rules unlike anywhere else on Earth—you’re not allowed to be buried there, and you’re not supposed to be born …
The Bible is one of the most influential books in human history—but it was never just one book. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore …
Deep beneath New Mexico lies Lechuguilla Cave, one of the longest and deepest cave systems in the world—and one of the most mysterious. In this episode of The …
In the 1600s, sugar was one of the most valuable commodities in the world—so valuable it was known as “white gold.” In this episode of The Strange History …
Is sugar addictive? In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore the science behind sugar’s powerful effect on the brain, including dopamine release, reward pathways, and …
What if Snow White wasn’t a story about a poisoned apple… but about cannibalism?Dear listener, in this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we uncover the disturbing origins …
In 1928, a brutal killing in rural Pennsylvania shocked the nation—not because of how it happened, but because of why. The victim, Nelson Rehmeyer, was accused of placing …
In 1908, a massive explosion flattened over 80 million trees in a remote region of Siberia—but left behind no crater. Known as the Tunguska Event, it remains one …
In the early 1800s, deep in the forests near Palmyra, New York, settlers began reporting a series of chilling and unexplained encounters that didn’t behave like any known …
From exploding washing machines to glitchy smart fridges and bizarre internet-connected toasters, this episode of The Strange History Podcast explores the strange and sometimes dangerous history of failed …
Were early microwave ovens dangerous? In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore the strange and unsettling history of microwave panic, when people feared that radiation …
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