
Travel back in time to the darkest depths of the Gilded Age with a show that chronicles the strangest and most terrifying true crime tales of yesteryear. Each story you hear, penned during the golden age of yellow journalism, is ripped straight from period newspapers. From Erik Rivenes, creator of Most Notorious! A True Crime History Podcast.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 31 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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Hello all! Aghast at the Past will be rebooted on January 1st! Listen to the announcement for more details (hint - you'll have to resubscribe as this Aghast at the Past feed will be gone in a couple of weeks...)
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In this final episode of Aghast at the Past:1892, we skip to September of 1893 for the conclusion of the Tena Davis case. Also some reflection from me on the show in general, including possibilities for its future.
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New news on the Lizzy Borden and James Trefethen trials. A ten year old boy commits murder over a pocket watch, and other tales of true crime.
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Eric always does a fantastic job with his podcasts, and a hearty Bravo for this endeavor. I certainly hope that he does not let feeling overwhelmed with this format stop him from doing something similar in the future. To follow a single large case "in real time" a century later was fascinating.
I have enjoyed Aghast of The Past!! Although I wish there were more episodes, but understand you have other things! I will eagerly await the new season!! Thank you!💟
Eric always does a fantastic job with his podcasts, and a hearty Bravo for this endeavor. I certainly hope that he does not let feeling overwhelmed with this format stop him from doing something similar in the future. To follow a single large case "in real time" a century later was fascinating.
Fascinating to see how the perception of a story evolves! Also the host has a fine set of pipes 🎶
Great voice well researched an absolute pleasure to listen to.










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