Have you ever wanted to go down a rabbit hole of fucked up history but you don’t know where to start? What about hearing a weird snippet of history and wanting to learn more about it? Us too! Every Week, Our Grim Past allows listeners to take a deep dive into the weird, morbid, and messed up side of history. I’m your host Sophia, each week me and my co host Maia look forward to sharing the morbid with you. I remember feeling stuck and overwhelmed by the vastness of google in the middle of go ...
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A bi-weekly podcast of the strange and morose bits of history, presented by Katie and Charli.
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A Voyage Through Pirate History: Myths, Realities, and Influential Figures
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Join Sophia and Maia in a riveting exploration of the world of piracy through time. This episode dives into the legends and realities of notorious pirates such as Blackbeard and Henry Morgan, offering fascinating insights into their lives and the roles they played in history. Discover how piracy influenced the colonization of the Caribbean and the …
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The Untold Story of Typhoid Mary
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Join Sophia and Maia in this intriguing episode of 'Our Grim Past' as we delve into the life of Mary Mallon, famously known as Typhoid Mary, the first documented asymptomatic carrier of a disease. Discover how this Irish cook unknowingly spread typhoid fever to multiple affluent families in early 1900s America, and the ensuing challenges she faced …
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Exploring the Dark Obsession with Blood in History
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In this captivating episode, hosts Sophia and Maia embark on a journey through the intriguing concept of vampirism, blending history with psychological insights. They explore vampirism not just as a legendary creature, but as a real-life phenomenon known as Renfield Syndrome, where individuals exhibit a compulsive need to consume blood. Delve into …
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Resurrecting the Shadows: The Allure of Vampires
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Join Sophia and Maia as they embark on a captivating journey through the mystical realm of vampires. Explore the enthralling tales of these nocturnal creatures as they dive deep into the rich history, legends, and cultural interpretations of vampires from around the world. From Bram Stoker's classic Dracula to unexpected modern twists, discover how…
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Unveiling the Dark Legend of Krampus
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Welcome, inquirers, new and old! Have you ever wanted to venture into the fascinating yet eerie worlds of morbid history, but didn't know where to start? You're in the right place! In this episode of "Our Grand Past," join Sophia and Maia in their Morbid Time Machine as they explore the chilling tales of Krampus, the sinister counterpart to Santa C…
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Unwrapping the Dark History of Holiday Greeting Cards
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Join Sophia and Maia as they journey through the peculiar history of holiday greeting cards. Uncover the surprising, and at times spooky, origins of this cheerful tradition that dates back to the Victorian era. Explore how these festive staples evolved from hand-painted novelties featuring endearing family portraits to bizarre and morbid motifs tha…
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Spine-Chilling Tales: Reviving the Tradition of Christmas Ghost Stories
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Welcome to another episode of Our Grand Past, where Sophia and Maia take you on a spine-chilling journey through history's creepiest ghost stories and legends. Join us as we revive the old tradition of telling ghost stories during the Christmas season. Listen as we recount chilling encounters, including famous ghosts like Bloody Mary and the haunti…
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Unraveling Kidnapping's Dark History: From Common Law to Lindbergh and Beyond
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In this episode of Our Grand Past, Sophia and Maia take you on a captivating journey through the evolution of kidnapping laws in America. From the historical roots in English common law to the landmark cases that led to significant changes in federal legislation, discover how this heinous crime has been perceived and prosecuted over the centuries. …
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Unraveling the Tragedy of the Empress of Ireland
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Join hosts Sophia and Maia as they navigate the chilling waters of morbid history in this gripping episode of "Our Grim Past." Delve into the forgotten tragedy of the Empress of Ireland, a shipwreck that claimed more passenger lives than both the Titanic and RMS Lusitania. Discover the fateful events of May 29, 1914, when the Empress of Ireland col…
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The Villisca Axe Murders: Unraveling Iowa's Infamous Crime
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Over a hundred years ago, Iowa was shaken by one of its most notorious crimes - the Villisca Axe Murders. In this episode of Our Grim Past, hosts Sophia and Maia, along with guest speaker Cadence, take you on a journey through time to dissect this haunting event. From the mishandling of evidence to the main suspects, discover the chilling details t…
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The Habsburg Enigma: A Royal Lineage Marred by Incest
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Join Sophia and Maia as they unravel the intriguing and dark history of the Habsburg family, a royal dynasty that dominated European aristocracy from the 15th to the 20th century. Despite their vast empire and influence, the Habsburgs are remembered for their peculiar downfall, driven by generations of inbreeding. Step into our Morbid Time Machine …
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The Dark Legacy of H.H. Holmes: America's First Serial Killer
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Born Herman Webster Mudgett on May 16, 1861, the man better known as H.H. Holmes has become infamous as America's first serial killer. Join hosts Sophia and Maya, along with special guest Cadence, as they delve into the chilling details of Holmes' life, his notorious "Murder Castle," and the gruesome crimes that marked his dark legacy. In this epis…
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Buried Secrets: The Sinister History of Grave Robbing
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Step into the morbid time machine with Sophia and Maia as they explore the dark and fascinating world of grave robbing in the 18th and 19th centuries. Discover the legal loopholes that allowed for the possession of bodies, and delve into the stories of infamous grave robbers who fueled the demand for cadavers in medical schools. In this episode of …
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Have you ever wanted to go down a rabbit hole of fucked up history but you don’t know where to start? What about hearing a weird snippet of history and wanting to learn more about it? Us too! Every Week, Our Grim Past allows listeners to take a deep dive into the weird, morbid, and messed up side of history.…
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Valentine’s Day Special with Macabre London Podcast
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The girls return for a Valentine’s Day episode, with a very special guest - Nikki Druce, from the Macabre London Podcast! What better way to celebrate the holiday of love, than with three stories of crimes of passion? Charli tells the tale of a Victorian double Phoebe murder, Nikki delves into the lore surrounding the Bleeding Heart Yard in Farring…
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The Morbid History Christmas Special, 2017
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We are alive, WE SWEAR. And to prove it, why not upload a Christmas episode? Katie has recorded a special little Christmas treat, while at home in Canada - some fun Christmas facts, as well as a reading of one of her favourite Christmas tales, "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry. Can she get through it without crying?Special guest appearance by Oliv…
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Episode XII: Murder Mansions in 'Murica
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It’s our collective favourite time of year: HALLOWEEN. Or… Hallowmas? Although this was supposed to come out on the 31st itself, we are releasing our spooky Halloween special in time for the Day of the Dead. American-themed, the girls talk about infamous murder houses in the States – Katie goes into the disgusting story of Delphine LaLaurie in New …
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