American Hysteria
chelsey weber-smithAmerican Hysteria explores how fantastical thinking has shaped our culture – moral panics, urban legends, hoaxes, crazes, fringe beliefs, and national misunderstandings. Poet-turned-podcaster Chelsey Weber-Smith tells the strangest stories from American history and examines the forces that create the reality we share, and sometimes, the reality we don't.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 290 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistorySociety & Culture | |||
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I’ve been listening for years, a new American Hysteria episode gets priority in the playlist any time it drops. Huge props to Chelsea and everyone on the team!
Apple Podcasts5Johnnyleewombat
United States6 days ago - I have listened to the show for years, but this is what finally made me Write a review.
I absolutely adore Chelsy. Their voice is so calm and soothing and silly and fun and I love everything about them. And since I found this podcast years ago through you’re wrong about, my favorite episodes are the ones featuring Sarah Marshall. But this review is not about loving Chelsy or Sarah. No no, this is a hate letter to Sarah. Because for the past four days, I have had the JG Wentworth jingle stuck in my head in the worst way! And every time I realize that I’m singing it (out loud of cour... more
Apple Podcasts5KMolinaroUnited States6 days ago - Some things aren’t for everyone
Chelsey, I hope you don’t read these because some of these reviews are weird and maybe don’t understand pastiche, but if you do keep it up. Anything less would be a bit boring imo
Apple Podcasts5Lana DivinorumUnited States7 days ago - i love this podcast & think it is wonderful
chelsey is a fabulous. the content, research, production, & presentation are all so consistently excellent. hope for many more years of American Hysteria.
also—and it does feel like i shouldn’t have to say this—but if you’re listening to a podcast & you dislike the voice of the host or the cadence in which they speak…then that podcast probably isn’t for you. & we don’t all need to know about it. weirdos. 🙄
Apple Podcasts5minifridgejonesUnited States7 days ago - What do we want?!
DIRTBIKE HOTDOG MERCH!!
When do we want it?!
NOW!!
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Apple Podcasts | #186 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #237 |  Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #245 |  Australia/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #146 |  New Zealand/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  Denmark/Society & Culture |
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Content focuses on various aspects of American culture and history, often exploring themes of moral panic, urban legends, and societal misunderstandings. Each episode presents engaging discussions that connect fantastical thinking to real-world consequences, using historical anecdotes and modern perspectives. Unique storytelling blends humor with meaningful analysis, making the exploration of these themes both entertaining and thought-provoking. Episodes frequently welcome expert guests, creating a dynamic dialogue that enriches the narrative and introduces diverse viewpoints on the topics discussed.
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American Hysteria launched 7 years ago and published 290 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on American Hysteria include:
1. Joseph Laycock
2. Annalee Newitz
3. Chelsey Weber-Smith
4. Jelani Cobb
5. Perry Carpenter
6. Liz Gotauco
7. George Civeris
8. Christine Laskowski
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