The Strange History Podcast

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The Strange History Podcast: Haunted Cemeteries of America – Vale, Oakland, Forest Park Lawndale & Goodleburg Sep 15, 2025

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Explore the haunted history of four of America’s eeriest cemeteries in this mega episode of The Strange History Podcast. From the Lady in White of Vale Cemetery to the weeping statue of Ida Bennett Bass in Oakland, the spectral twisters of Forest Park Lawndale, and the Oak of Whispers at Goodleburg Cemetery, uncover chilling tales, paranormal sightings, and eerie local legends. Join host Amy as she weaves history, humor, and ghostly stories into a spine-tingling journey across haunted grounds. Perfect for history buffs, ghost hunters, and anyone curious about the paranormal.
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24 Things from the 1950s You’ll Never See Again: Forgotten Trends, Weird Fads, and Strange History Sep 12, 2025

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Step back in time with The Strange History Podcast as host Amy explores the quirky, bizarre, and unforgettable world of the 1950s. From radioactive children’s toys and Jell-O nightmares to ducktail hair, soda fountains, and Cold War fallout shelters, this mega-episode uncovers 25 strange things from the 1950s you’ll never see today. Packed with historical facts, funny stories, and nostalgic details, this episode dives deep into America’s postwar culture—highlighting the fads, fashion, food, and forgotten trends that defined a decade. Whether you’re a history buff, vintage lover, or just curious about what made the 1950s so weird, this episode is your time machine to the strangest decade in American history.
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Recipes of Survival: What People Ate During the Great Depression (History, Recipes & True Stories)| The Strange History Podcast Sep 08, 2025

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Step back into the kitchens of the 1930s and discover how families survived the Great Depression with strange, thrifty, and resourceful recipes. From Hoover Stew and Mock Apple Pie to cornbread, beans, and vinegar pie, this episode explores what people really ate when money and food ran out. Learn about the history of the Depression, the economic collapse, the Dust Bowl, and how different regions of America cooked with whatever they could find. Featuring true survivor accounts, WPA interviews, and authentic Depression-era recipes, this storytelling episode uncovers the resilience and creativity that kept families alive during one of the hardest decades in American history.
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Sleepy Hollow Cemetery: Haunted History, Ghosts, and the Headless Horseman | The Strange History Podcast Sep 05, 2025

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Explore the chilling history of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in New York, the final resting place of Washington Irving, Andrew Carnegie, and more. Hear eyewitness accounts of ghostly apparitions, the Bronze Lady, and even the legendary Headless Horseman. From Dutch folklore to spine-tingling tales, discover why Sleepy Hollow Cemetery is one of the most haunted and fascinating locations in America. Perfect for history buffs, paranormal enthusiasts, and fans of eerie legends.
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Game Over: The Strangest True Stories from Gamer History You Won’t Believe Sep 01, 2025

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From deadly gaming marathons to weddings with Nintendo characters, these bizarre but true gamer stories prove reality can be stranger than any video game plot. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy takes you deep into the weird world of gaming legends — including South Korea’s infamous 50-hour StarCraft session, parents who raised a virtual baby while neglecting their real one, the man who married his Nintendo DS, lawsuits over a three-cent virtual sword, and the World of Warcraft funeral that got raided. Equal parts tragic, hilarious, and jaw-dropping, this episode is a pixel-perfect blend of history, humor, and “What were they thinking?!” moments.
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The Haunted History of Salem’s Old Burying Point Cemetery. Ghosts, Judges & Curses Aug 29, 2025

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In this spine-chilling episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy takes you deep into the eerie and unforgettable history of Salem, Massachusetts' Old Burying Point Cemetery—also known as the Charter Street Cemetery, one of the oldest burial grounds in the United States. Established in 1637, this small but densely packed cemetery is more than just weathered gravestones and winged skull carvings—it’s a portal into some of the darkest and most haunted chapters of early American history. Discover the terrifying true ghost stories that have haunted this land for centuries: from the restless spirit of Judge John Hathorne, the unrepentant “Hanging Judge” of the 1692 witch trials, to the mysterious Lady in White who drifts silently between the headstones. Hear chilling firsthand accounts of phantom hands, disembodied whispers, ominous curses, and even ghostly omens said to appear before disaster strikes. We’ll also dive into the eerie legend of Giles Corey, who was brutally pressed to death and whose vengeful spirit is said to curse Salem’s sheriffs to this very day. Plus, uncover strange modern-day phenomena reported by ghost hunters, tourists, and guides—from photos that vanish, to unexplained claw marks, and messages from the beyond captured on spirit boxes. Whether you're a history buff, a paranormal enthusiast, or just someone who loves a good ghost story, this episode is packed with fascinating facts, folklore, and frights that will leave you sleeping with the lights on. Salem may be famous for its witch trials, but the true horror lingers in its soil—and at Old Burying Point Cemetery, the dead are anything but silent. Tune in, if you dare.
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The 12 Strangest Weather Events in History: Freak Storms, Fire Tornadoes & Raining Animals | Strange History Podcast Aug 25, 2025

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From raining frogs to skies filled with blood-red dust, the world’s strangest weather events have baffled scientists and terrified witnesses for centuries. Join host Amy on The Strange History Podcast as we dive into 12 of the most bizarre storms and atmospheric mysteries ever recorded—complete with eyewitness accounts, historical context, and spine-tingling tales you won’t believe are true. Perfect for fans of the weird, the wild, and the weather that defies explanation.
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The Haunting of Union Cemetery: Connecticut’s White Lady and America’s Most Infamous Graveyard Aug 22, 2025

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In this chilling episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy explores the terrifying true tales of Union Cemetery in Easton, Connecticut—one of the most haunted graveyards in America. Discover the history behind this 18th-century burial ground, the legendary White Lady ghost, and first-hand eyewitness accounts from firefighters, police officers, and locals who’ve encountered the paranormal face-to-face. Featuring real stories investigated by Ed and Lorraine Warren, unexplained phenomena, and plenty of eerie humor, this episode dives deep into the spooky side of New England history. Buckle up—because some ghosts don’t stay buried.
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Totally Normal in the ’70s: 25 Bizarre Things That Would Shock Us Today Aug 18, 2025

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Buckle up for a groovy time warp as The Strange History Podcast takes you back to the 1970s—a decade where kids drank from hoses, parents smoked in delivery rooms, and seatbelts were just decoration. Host Amy unpacks 25 jaw-dropping things that were completely normal in the '70s but would be downright shocking today. From mercury in classrooms to hitchhiking across state lines, this episode is a hilarious, nostalgic, and sometimes cringeworthy look at the decade that dared to be weird. If you remember Tang, shag carpet, or licking the spoon after making instant pudding, this one’s for you. Perfect for fans of retro culture, Gen X nostalgia, and anyone who wonders how we survived childhood in the strangest decade of the 20th century.
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St. Louis Cemetery No. 1: Haunted Tombs, Voodoo Queens, and Ghosts of New Orleans Aug 15, 2025

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Step inside the eerie gates of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 — New Orleans’ most haunted burial ground. Discover the ghostly legends of Marie Laveau, chilling eyewitness encounters, voodoo rituals, and the terrifying true stories buried beneath centuries of crumbling tombs. This episode of The Strange History Podcast explores the haunted history, paranormal activity, and mysterious deaths in the oldest cemetery in New Orleans.
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