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What's a Clyster? Obsolete Medical Terminology Nov 09, 2025

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Originally published for patrons on Jun 28, 2023.

Let's take a casual dip into the world of medical terminology: its history, how diseases are named, colloquial names and out of date terms for disease, and fancy words for mundane conditions.

Dracula: The Myths That Made the Vampire Oct 28, 2025

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Vampire folklore is ancient, but with the publishing of Bram Stoker's Dracula in 1897, that lore changed forever. The terrifying, grotesque creature became suave and charming, then continued to evolve into the seductive creature of the night we know today. In this episode we examine that transition, as well as the origin and evolution of Dracula's vampiric powers.

Baba Yaga Oct 14, 2025

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Originally published on Patreon on April 9th, 2025

'Baba Yaga is a powerful witch who terrorizes all who enter the deep forest from her hut on bird's legs, it's fences strung with human bones. In this episode, Hallie discusses her origins, the strange duality of her character, and shares several Baba Yaga folktales.'

Defended By Disease Sep 22, 2025

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Did you know that disease has been used to help people? In this episode we're going to discuss several cases in which disease, or disease research, was utilized to protect people from great harm. All of these cases occurred during World War 2, and were carried out by physicians doing their best to protect those targeted by The Third Reich, also known as the Nazis.

Fear Sep 08, 2025

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Originally published for MCP Patrons of Feb 15, 2025.

'In this episode, Hallie explores the physiological and psychological aspects of fear, how these reactions may have developed in our human past, and how they both benefit and burden us today.'

Discovering King Tut Aug 25, 2025

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In November of 1922, archaeologist Howard Carter discovered an ancient Egyptian royal tomb, the first ever to be found in tact. It belonged to a little known pharaoh named Tutankhamun. This discovery stands as one of the most amazing archaeological finds of all time. But who was Tutankhamun and why was his richly furnished tomb so hidden and so small?

Head Transplants (MCP Remastered) Aug 11, 2025

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Originally released in Apr 24, 2017 with the title 'Getting Ahead in Life'

Modern medicine seeks to find ways to ease the struggle for those affected by disease and disability. One of these that went from science fiction to actual scientific possibility is head transplantation, transplanting the head of one individual onto the body of another.

This remaster includes more research, better music and higher quality vocals.

The Salem Witch Trials - Afflicted & Accused Jul 15, 2025

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Originally released for Patrons on Sep 26, 2024

In this episode, Hallie dives into the web of social factors that likely drove the Salem Witch trials. The bewitched girls, called the afflicted, were from one faction in town, while the accused were from another. Is this a coincidence? Probably not.

The History of Epilepsy Jul 01, 2025

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Epilepsy is a neurological condition that causes seizures, but throughout history, it was thought to be caused by demonic possession, angry gods and evil spirits. In this episode we discuss what Epilepsy is, and its medical and social history.

Changing Fortunes: A History of Highgate Cemetery Jun 14, 2025

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Originally released for Patrons on Feb 13, 2023.

"Highgate cemetery was one of the first large garden cemeteries built during the industrialization of London. Over the years it's had its ups and downs, from being a sought-after luxury cemetery to an abandoned, overgrown haunt of tramps and adolescents. It was even the scene of a possible vampire sighting. In this episode we discuss the history of Highgate."

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