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Disasters happen all time, but why? And how? Join us in exploring some of history's most infamous disasters, from small accidents to absolute catastrophes. Sit back and relax with Ian & Liv while we deep dive into these disasters and the events that led to it, and ask the big questions: was the disaster avoidable, and is anyone to blame?

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Latest Episodes

Never join a cult designed for 144,000 people.

In this one, Ian and Liv talk about a shockingly recent cult, where the leader was not only a crazy white lady, but also an alcoholic, conspiracy theorist, and an abusive thief. Her followers were tric... more

Chivalry is NOT dead, though not for lack of trying.

In this one, Liv and Ian read angry and hateful comments from Disaster Hour's angriest fans, coming to you live (definitely not live) from Ian's patio!

Also, Liv plans a Polly Pocket birthday. Ia... more

Waterparks are the result of humanity's hubris of science.

In this one, Ian and Liv revisit one of their favorite episodes for Disaster Hour's 3rd Birthday: Action Park! Throughout the 1980s, Action Park was an outdoor waterpark with waterslides tha... more

There's a right and wrong way to riot, everyone.

In this one, Ian and Liv talk about a riot that broke out in Vancouver after the 2011 Stanley Cup finals. And it's confirmed to be a fact, that the best way to mentally process your team's loss, is de... more

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Recent Guests

Bob Morgan
Friend and contributor, provided many soundbites for the episode
Independent
Episode: Episode 100
Kylie Ann
Friend and first-time guest on the recap
Episode: Season 8 Recap, with Bob and Kylie Ann
Katie Morgan
Episode: Ep. 64: OceanGate, Part 2: The Investigation
Uncle Joe
Ian's Uncle
Episode: Ep. 48: The Hindenburg

Hosts

Ian Turbovich
Co-host of Disaster Hour, regularly appears alongside Liv; central to show dynamic and deep-dive discussions on disasters.
Liv Skorano
Co-host and storyteller with a knack for weaving historical context with humor and banter.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 346 ratings
  • Real Lack of Critical Thinking Skills

    Interesting choices of topics but after listening to a few I have given up. The hosts had limited research on the topics and therefore, added nothing to the discussion. There are much better options out there, I wouldn’t waste time on this.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    GemsWills7
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Disco

    I love how you are adding in some of the societal issues. I was so glad to hear you include the racism and homophobia behind the hatred of disco. It’s so important to include this, and you do it well while making a comedic podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    owlfaye
    United States6 months ago
  • Interesting subject matter

    The topics are really interesting but the constant joking and giggling is really distracting. Want to keep listening but don’t think I can

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    kmsrscsjs
    United States6 months ago
  • Like not love

    It is a very good pod but I don’t like how much u guys curse. But other than that it is really good, also u inspired me to make a pod. Cya!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Hi bc hxch
    United States9 months ago
  • Fascinating!

    I’m a big fan of history, I love this series - I’ve been binging it over the last couple of weeks and so glad there are still so many more episodes to catch up on!

    Love Ian and Liv, they’re so good at this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beanicle
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Listeners often highlight the balance of respectful treatment of tragedy with entertaining storytelling.
Fans praise the hosts' dynamic and humor while appreciating deep research and in-depth discussions.
Some listeners request less banter and more focus on analysis or fewer jokes during serious topics.

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Season 7 Recap, with Dylan & Libby
Q: Would you go to Fire Fest?
Yes, just to see how bad it is.
Ep. 77: The Concorde Flight Disaster
Q: Do you want to hear an episode and you're like, hey, I have an idea that would be something good?
Send an email with your suggestion to disasterhourpodcast.gmail.com.
Ep. 77: The Concorde Flight Disaster
Q: What is a supersonic airliner?
It is an aircraft that goes faster than the speed of sound.
Ep. 77: The Concorde Flight Disaster
Q: Do you want to know how old I was in July of 2000?
Libby was one and a half years old.
Ep. 47: Elevator Accidents, Vol. 1
Q: What caused the elevator accident that involved Louis Moffat?
Moffat was doing elevator surfing when his parachute got deployed and tangled in the gears, leading to his strangulation and crushing.

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

A history-focused show that probes disasters big and small, blending thorough research with dark humor. Across episodes, hosts explore what happened, why it happened, and whether it could have been avoided or blamed on particular decisions or actors. The tone balances serious analysis with witty banter, making heavy topics approachable while still delivering deep dives into engineering failures, policy missteps, and social dynamics. A standout trait is the dynamic between hosts, who mix storytelling with accessible explanations and playful interaction, often tying modern lessons to long past events. This combination is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy rigor paired with personality and a contrarian, human-centered look at calamities.

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