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Disaster Area

Jennifer Matarese
Pan Am Flight 103
San Francisco
Lockerbie
Terrorism
1906 Great Earthquake
Uvalde School Shooting
North Hollywood Shootout
Dan-Air Flight 0034
Eschede Train Disaster
Society Of the Snow
Peshtigo Fire
Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571
Chinese Exclusion Act
Chinatown
Muammar Gaddafi
Aviation Safety
Enrico Caruso
Disaster Preparedness
Ice Train 884
Syracuse University

A podcast about disasters throughout history - what caused them, how people survived, and how we've responded to keep those disasters from happening again.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes273Founded10 years ago
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HistorySociety & Culture

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On a sunny Sunday morning in 2017, a man in an SUV pulled up outside a small white church in Sutherland Springs, TX. The people inside would become the targets of the weapons he carried. But when he sped away about twenty minutes later, he would be t... more

On a sunny Sunday morning in 2017, a man in an SUV pulled up outside a small white church in Sutherland Springs, TX. The people inside would become the targets of the weapons he carried. But when he sped away about twenty minutes later, he would be t... more

A week ago, the Guadalupe River in Texas overflowed its banks and swept away dozens of campers. It turns out that this is not the first time it's done so - and not the first time some of those campers didn't survive.

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• "Rescue 911" segm... more

(Podcaster's note: The second part of the Cutter incident episode is forthcoming; I'm just trying to get it juuuuuust right. :))

November 7th, 2018, was just supposed to be another fun night of drinking and line dancing at the Borderline Bar and Gr... more

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Jennifer Matarese
Host of a podcast that explores various historical disasters, sharing detailed accounts and narratives with a humanizing touch.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • So great

    I absolutely love this podcast! I love historical disasters and I have done multiple high school projects from episodes on here, and have gotten A’s on them. Thank you SO MUCH for this podcast and keep on making great episodes Jennifer!

    P.S. My AP Historical Tragedies teachers is now hooked on this podcast lol!

    Edit: some people will hate me for this but the episode where you talked about the SS Princess Sophia and you started taking about the German wings pilot and went to your own mental h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex Tyrrell
    United Statesa month ago
  • So good. But cut it off.

    I am so happy I stumbled upon this podcast. I have listened to hours of it now and loved 80% of it. Such great coverage of so many interesting stories. But the endings when she goes off script go on and on and on. Just stop. The podcast is amazing and the fast forward button will be your friend at the beginning and end of every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SaskMandyWC
    Canadaa month ago
  • A political podcast that parades around as a disaster podcast

    Upon listening to episode 251 it is apparent that this podcast is very politically motivated. If you were going to run a disaster podcast, you should stick to the disaster and the fact that you have. There is no reason to make the podcast itself, politically motivated, and talk chunk about the country that we live in. If you want to do that, make a political podcast. Unsubscribing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jerry2429
    United States2 months ago
  • Just the facts

    Good job. Good read. Good info. Hard work…hope it turns from volunteer to well paid!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J Clam
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome

    Straight and to the point and still well-researched and full of detail. Interesting cases, often obscure. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    10474?;?
    United States3 months ago

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Many reviews highlight the host's thoroughness in presenting lesser-known disasters, making the content feel unique and informative.
Some audience members have expressed frustration with the inclusion of personal or political commentary in the episodes, suggesting a desire for a more focused historical analysis.
Listeners appreciate the depth of research and the engaging narrative style of the host, which often personalizes the historical events discussed.

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What is Disaster Area about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Concentrating on significant disasters throughout history, this podcast thoroughly examines the causes, survival stories, and subsequent responses aimed at preventing future occurrences. Listeners can expect detailed accounts of how specific incidents unfolded, alongside discussions about the human experiences involved, and the broader societal implications following each disaster. With an emphasis on thorough research, the episodes present both well-known events and obscure disasters, while often connecting them to contemporary issues such as mental health, gun control, and climate change preparation.

A particularly noteworthy aspect is the host's personal engagement through storytelling, often providing a humanizing perspective on the ev... more

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