History For Weirdos

Get ready, Weirdos, because this week's episode is a royal rumble! We're digging into the dirt (literally) to unearth the strange saga of Richard III, the infamous English king whose reputation has been mangled by Shakespearean drama. But was he really the villain we've been led to believe? And what's the deal with his missing body turning up centuries later under a parking lot?!

Join Stephanie as she pieces together the clues, sifts through the historical muck, and separates fact from fiction. We'll explore the Wars of the Roses, investigate the controversies surrounding Richard III's reign, and...

Ahoy, Weirdos! This week on the History For Weirdos podcast, we're sailing to the shores of Nova Scotia, Canada, where a small, unassuming island has baffled treasure hunters, historians, and conspiracy theorists for centuries. Oak Island, a seemingly idyllic locale, hides a secret known as the "Money Pit," a booby-trapped subterranean labyrinth rumored to contain riches beyond imagination. Andrew investigates the island's bizarre history, starting with the strange discovery by a teenage boy in the 1700s and the subsequent string of ill-fated expeditions that have fueled the legend of the Oak Island Curse.

We'll discuss the enigmatic...

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Did you know the iconic Olympic torch relay isn't an ancient tradition at all? Join Andrew as he investigates the surprising Nazi origins of this modern spectacle. We'll uncover how the 1936 Berlin Olympics, orchestrated by Hitler's regime, used the torch relay as a powerful propaganda tool. Learn how this seemingly innocent symbol was meticulously crafted to connect the Third Reich with the glory of ancient Greece, and how it became a cornerstone...

Was Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanov of Russia killed alongside her family in 1918? Or did she somehow escape the Bolshevik firing squad and live on in secret? Join your favorite podcast hosts, Stephanie and Andrew, as they investigate one of history's most enduring mysteries.

This week, Stephanie takes the lead as she explores Anastasia's short life, the brutal execution of the Romanov family, and the numerous women who later claimed to be the lost princess. We'll examine the most famous imposter, Anna Anderson, and the evidence that both supports and refutes her claims.

From DNA...

Prepare to embark on a historical treasure hunt like no other, Weirdos! This week on History for Weirdos, Andrew explores the captivating mystery surrounding the final resting place of Alexander the Great, the legendary conqueror who shaped the course of Western civilization. We'll trace his meteoric rise to power, from a young prince tutored by Aristotle to a military genius who amassed an empire stretching from Greece to India.

But the intrigue doesn't end with his untimely death. Join us as we explore the strange saga of Alexander's mummified remains, used as a political pawn in the...

Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither was its wild and wacky religious tradition! In this episode of History for Weirdos, we're ditching the gladiators and emperors for a deep dive into the enigmatic world of the Vestal Virgins. These weren't your average Roman ladies – they were powerful priestesses who wielded immense influence, guarded sacred flames, and swore a 30-year vow of chastity. But don't let the "virgin" title fool you; their lives were far from chaste and quiet.

Join your favorite weirdo historians, Stephanie and Andrew, as they unravel the secrets of these influential women. We...

In this episode of "History For Weirdos," Andrew and Stephanie take us on a fascinating journey into the depths of Derinkuyu, an ancient underground city in modern-day Turkey. They explore its mysterious origins, its possible purposes as a refuge during times of conflict or as protection from harsh climate conditions, and the various civilizations that inhabited the city over the centuries. From the Phrygians to the Romans & beyond, we delve into the intricate details of daily life in this subterranean metropolis, examining the city's architectural marvels, its ingenious security measures, and the rich cultural lives of its inhabitants. Join...

On this spellbinding episode of History For Weirdos, Stephanie explores a fascinating and often overlooked corner of World War II history: the role of English witchcraft in the fight against Nazi Germany. Join us as we delve into the enchanting world of Gerald Gardner and the New Forest Coven, a group of witches who gathered in a moonlit forest to cast a spell aimed at stopping Hitler and thwarting his plans for world domination.

Did their magical efforts make a difference? Were these witches simply practicing harmless folklore, or did their "Cone of Power" play a role...

Join your favorite Weirdo historians, Stephanie and Andrew, as we explore the enigmatic life of T.E. Lawrence, better known as Lawrence of Arabia. This British archaeologist, military strategist, and writer became a legendary figure during World War I, leading Arab forces in a daring revolt against the Ottoman Empire. But beneath the romanticized image of a desert warrior lies a complex and often contradictory individual.

In this episode, we'll uncover the hidden facets of Lawrence's life, from his early days as an Oxford scholar to his crucial role in shaping the Middle East's political landscape. We'll...

Welcome back, Weirdos! In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the bizarre world of mass hysteria, where groups of people experience seemingly contagious symptoms with no clear medical explanation. Get ready for some truly strange stories that will leave you scratching your head and wondering, "What the hell was happening?!"

First, we'll rewind the clock to 1939 Louisiana, where a high school dance takes a weird turn when a group of teenage girls suddenly starts twitching uncontrollably. This mysterious "twitching epidemic" soon spreads like wildfire through the school and beyond, baffling doctors and leaving everyone wondering what...