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History and Hearsay

Christina
Underground Railroad
Harriet Tubman
Isaac Hopper
RMS Titanic
Josiah Henson
William Still
Fugitive Slave Act
Emma Ledoux
Slavery
Abolitionists
Murder
Death Penalty
Nazi Germany
World War II
Uncle Tom's Cabin
Civil War
Albert Mcvicar
Holocaust
Irena Sendler
Operation Paperclip

On this podcast we discuss lesser known characters and events from history. Some of the details of these historical accounts may be debated and on this show YOU get to decided: Is it History? Or is it Hearsay?

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In the 1930s, America believed that some children were born too stupid to ever learn.  If your IQ was low, the science of the day said it was hopeless—your blood was “bad.”

Thousands of orphans were locked away in institutions, labeled “feebleminded... more

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In 1927 one woman’s fate decided the future of thousands. She was labeled “feeble-minded”locked away and put on trial for her future. But recent research reveals that almost everything said about Carrie Buck was a lie—carefully crafted to push a sini... more

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In today's episode of History and Hearsay, we are discussing Annie Wittenmyer and all of the amazing work that she did! I hope you enjoy todays episode & maybe even learn something new! 

~ Christina 

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0:32 - 3 Part Series & ... more

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Valentina Vassilyeva  was born in Russia in 1707 in the city of Shula,  which is northeast of Moscow. She was a peasant and is said that between the years of 1725 and 1765 Valentina & her husband Feodor Vassilyeva had 69 children! There were 16 pairs... more

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Host of discussions regarding lesser-known historical figures and events, facilitating engaging narratives that challenge traditional perspectives.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • Wonderful

    Absolutely love this show. Lots of interesting historical storytelling ❤️

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    5
    Ecummin
    United States4 months ago
  • 🚩🚩🚩🚩🚩🚩

    It was promising, for about 10 minutes.

    On the episode of “The Orphan Train”— I was into this until your red flag comment of “everyone wants to say any historical figure is racist” which is such a weird thing to say. Why would anyone say that? The sirens were warning at this. I would normally just listen to this story and not dig much deeper, but with THAT comment, I had to look into this. Immediately upon a quick search of this Mr. Brace, I located several academic journals from esteemed univer... more

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    ashtroid.
    United States6 months ago
  • Unfortunate

    Interesting info, but pronunciation and grammar issues make it impossible to listen to.

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    1
    Krisspn
    Japan7 months ago
  • Wonderful

    Absolutely love this show. Lots of interesting historical storytelling. Just wish “especially” was pronounced correctly 😂.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ecummin
    United States8 months ago
  • More!!!

    I just finished listening to all the episodes!!! My only complaint is that there aren’t more! I can’t wait for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CalliCo.
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and depth of research provided, adding interesting historical context that often provokes critical thinking.
Some reviews express dissatisfaction regarding grammar and pronunciation issues, potentially hindering enjoyment of the content.
The show has been recognized for its relatable and humanizing approach to historical tales, making them accessible and enjoyable.
Many fans express a strong desire for more episodes, indicating a robust appreciation for the series' narratives and topics.

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The MOST Prolific Mother EVER! 69 kids!?! Valentina Vassilyeva
Q: Do you think this story is too wild to be true?
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The content series focuses on exploring intriguing yet lesser-known characters and events throughout history, allowing listeners to engage with narratives that often challenge traditional historical accounts. With a blend of fascinating stories ranging from extraordinary lives to tragic events, each episode encourages critical thinking and discussion, famously asking listeners to ponder whether the tales presented are backed by fact or merely hearsay. Unique storytelling elements and a sense of humor create an inviting atmosphere for those interested in a different perspective on history, filled with both thrills and enlightening anecdotes.

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History and Hearsay launched 3 years ago and published 93 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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