Haunting Historia
History Podcasts
Haunting Historia is a short form deep dive into history‘s exciting and thrilling stories. Join show host Aidan Mayne as he brings history to life. These are the stories that are not quickly forgotten, haunting. Who was the first serial killer? Where do birthday traditions come from? What mysteries lie in wait just around the corner? Follow along weekly as each episode unveils new wonders from our past. Twitter - https://twitter.com/HHistoriaPod Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45673388&fan_landing=true
Location:
United States
Genres:
History Podcasts
Description:
Haunting Historia is a short form deep dive into history‘s exciting and thrilling stories. Join show host Aidan Mayne as he brings history to life. These are the stories that are not quickly forgotten, haunting. Who was the first serial killer? Where do birthday traditions come from? What mysteries lie in wait just around the corner? Follow along weekly as each episode unveils new wonders from our past. Twitter - https://twitter.com/HHistoriaPod Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45673388&fan_landing=true
Language:
English
Contact:
4173520999
Episodes
A Month of Tradition
10/1/2021
October, Winterfylleth, Ottobre, Samhain. Whatever you call the tenth month of the year, it certainly has many traditions associated with it. In the United States, many of these customs came to us from other countries and cultures. Come have a listen, as I explore the origins of just a few and shed a little light on the dark.
Twitter - https://twitter.com/HHistoriaPod
Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45673388&fan_landing=true
Duration:00:15:53
Pinks Are the New Black
9/24/2021
Kate Warne might not be a name that you're familiar with, but without her, this country would look very different. Certainly, there might not even be a "United" States at all. Join me as I explore how one woman revolutionized an entire industry, proved the many merits of her gender, and saved a President from dying before he could ever set foot in the White House.
Twitter - https://twitter.com/HHistoriaPod
Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45673388&fan_landing=true
Duration:00:16:02
Justice for Rock Doves
9/17/2021
Rats with Wings. Flying Disease Carriers. These are just two of the unjust names given to Pigeons today. But for centuries, Pigeons were humanity's constant companions and messengers. Today I set the record straight, providing some of the history of these magnificent birds. Maybe next time you see a pigeon, you'll have just a bit more sympathy for it.
Links:
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Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45673388&fan_landing=true
Duration:00:16:15
Mad Kings and Swan Castles
2/27/2021
#Neuschwanstein Castle is quite possibly the most fairy tale castle in existence. It was the inspiration for Cinderella's Castle in Disneyland. But the man who commissioned it was called the #Mad King. Was he?
Duration:00:16:05
A Red to Dye For
2/20/2021
For thousands of years, the Aztecs and other cultures of South America used #Cochineal to color all manner of things a brilliant, perfect red. From clothing to feathers to even their teeth. The Spanish discovered their secret, opening the world to a dye that would change the economy of Europe.
Duration:00:19:31
Strength Knows No Gender
2/12/2021
She's been called several names and been the inspiration for even more. Her name was Khutulun, and she lived her life on her own terms. Not bad for a woman from the late 13th Century living in the Mongol Empire. Men challenged her for the right to marry her, but none succeeded. Find out just how she managed to avoid betrothal for much of her life on this, the first episode of Season 2!
Duration:00:16:53
The Ballad of the Gentleman Bandit
11/21/2020
They called him Black Bart. He was one of the most prolific outlaws in the days of the Wild West. And the most polite. His calling card was that of a series of poems he left behind. Thanks to the numerous other stories that come out of the Old West, it's likely you've never heard his name. But his story is the kind that inspires songs.
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Duration:00:23:14
Shakey Foundations
11/21/2020
Buildings are more than just places to live or work or congregate. They are physical manifestations of humanity's creativity, ingenuity, and determination to leave something permanent. Each and every place where humans have built things has a story to be told. In this episode, I explore some of the interesting places where the buildings have a secret or two to share.
Duration:00:22:14
Children of Freeville
11/7/2020
When the Lord of the Flies released, it made the world believe that children, if left to their own devices, would descend into chaos. But long before that widespread novel, William George knew better when he created the first of several Junior Republics. Just how much control did these children have? Come find out!
Duration:00:15:48
Impersonator? I Barely Know Her!
10/31/2020
Ferdinand Waldo Demara is a name you might not recognize. But it's not because he didn't make a mark on this world. He was a truly accomplished fraudster who went by several other names during his notorious career. His varied positions caused him to be dubbed, The Great Imposter.
Duration:00:17:16
The Model of a Modern Supermodel
10/24/2020
Miss Manhattan, The Exhibition Girl, American Venus. Whatever you call her, Audrey Munson was America's first Supermodel. She posed for numerous statues throughout New York City and San Francisco. But what happened to the woman behind the marble?
Duration:00:19:44
It Could Be Norse
9/25/2020
Today's release date, September 25th, is a very important day. It is the anniversary of the end of a bloody but highly influential era, 300 years long. Modern pop culture tends to look at those 300 years and see only the pillaging and marauding that took place. That is thanks largely in part to the people who wrote down the stories. But there was more to the Vikings than simply being great conquerors.
Duration:00:18:09
Lucky 13
9/18/2020
Triskaidekaphobia. Paraskevidekatriaphobia. The Fear of 13, or Friday the 13th, has many names. The fear itself stems from not just one, but many different places. And historians still wonder about precise details. On this the Lucky Thirteenth Episode, hear some of the more prevailing theories and stories of why 13 is more unlucky than my black cat.
Duration:00:14:53
You're Killing It, Smalls
9/11/2020
He was a hero of the Civil War. He freed himself and his family and several other slaves throughout the conflict. Then, he convinced the government that black men should be able to enlist. His story of a Hail Mary run through Confederate waters is one that left the South asking themselves how he pulled it off. Listen to the incredible tale of Robert Smalls and his equally incredible influence on 1800's America.
Duration:00:17:19
Use the Left... Right?
9/4/2020
For thousands of years, a small percentage of the population was discriminated against. Not because of any physical difference. This had nothing to do with race, gender, or sexuality. People hid or converted their difference so that they would not be seen as perverse or devilish. To be among this percentage meant that you could be accused of witchcraft and condemned to death. Because for thousands of years, being Left meant that you simply were not Right.
Duration:00:12:42
Empress of the Sea
8/28/2020
Ever since a particular series of movies, the legends of Pirates saw a dramatic rise in popularity. But most focus on the Brigands of the West Indies, where those films take place. Here is the story of a pirate from across the world; One who would shock the world by their sheer power and their gender. It just goes to show, a woman doesn't have to be scorned to unleash fury as Hell has never seen.
Duration:00:18:54
The Interview 2 - Amanda Howerton
8/21/2020
Witches and witchcraft have faded into obscurity through pop culture and inaccurate histories. They have been portrayed in history to the public at large as devil-worshipping conjurers who use magic to lead others astray. Today, I interview a real Pagan Witch who breaks down the misconceptions. Amanda Howerton is a practicing healer and medicine woman. Listen to our conversation as she presents modern witchcraft, without the wands.
Duration:00:28:11
Which Witch is Which
8/14/2020
In the early 19th Century, a curious series of events occurred, culminating in the death of a family's Patriarch. The culprit was never caught. Because how do you capture and convict a malicious, ghostly entity of murder? The tale of these strange incidents is still told today, and the cave on the family's property has more sightings of ghostly activity than many other places. Even Andrew Jackson is said to have seen it. So, come with me, as we answer the question: Who was the Bell Witch?
Duration:00:18:08
Mistakes Were Made
8/7/2020
I made a mistake. I admit it. This week, not only would I like to make amends for the mistake made in a previous episode, but the stories told in this episode will highlight blunders, mishaps, and goofs that either directly or indirectly led to the world in which we live. Plus a bonus mistake that didn't really affect those past the incident involved but which makes for a very entertaining tale.
Duration:00:15:40
Who Let the Bears In???
7/31/2020
Since the dawn of time, humans have felt a connection to animals of all kinds. Wolves, cats, eagles, and dolphins to name but a few. For some, the Bear was and remains a source of strength and power. Bears have always been a part of our cultural structures, whether religious or simply as a plentiful resource. So it's no wonder the stories of famous real-world bears are almost too plentiful to include all of them in one episode. But I did my best to compile the most entertaining.
Duration:00:16:41