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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

Friends don't let friends play with venomous animals.

In this one, Ian and Liv are joined by Ian's neighbor & Liv's former coworker Emma for the THIRD compilation of animal attacks! Tigers, alligators, bears, and venomous critters top the list in th... more

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

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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

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Liv Scarano
Co-host with a dynamic delivery, researching and presenting disaster narratives with humorous tonal balance.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 358 ratings
  • Best Dish Washing Podcast

    Dishes are the worst. I hate them. They are the bane of my existence. Putting on Disaster Hour as my background for doing this dreaded chore has made it slightly less abhorrent. Thank you Liv. And Ian too I suppose.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jawboneflats
    United States2 months ago
  • 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 Kingdom4 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 States7 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 States7 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 States10 months ago

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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?

Disaster Hour offers spirited deep-dives into historical disasters and the decisions that shaped them, balancing rigorous unpacking of each event with light banter. Across recent episodes, the show traces origins, missteps, and consequences of incidents ranging from catastrophic public health failures and chaotic mass events to controversial investigations, often highlighting what could have been done differently and who bears responsibility. The hosts' mix of insights, humor, and approachable storytelling helps make dense topics accessible, while keeping a skeptical, evidence-driven lens on risk, safety, and accountability. A standout aspect is the dynamic banter paired with thorough research, which tends to appeal to listeners who enjoy h... more

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