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The Alarmist

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Who is to blame for history's greatest tragedies? The Plague. The sinking of The Titanic. The break-up of the Beatles. Writer/Comedian Rebecca Delgado-Smith, along with a special guest, scrutinizes history’s greatest disasters to figure out what went wrong, and most importantly, who’s to blame. This comedy podcast is the perfect remedy to our everyday anxiety! They say history repeats itself, not ... more

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Who’s to blame for the Hatfield-McCoy Feud?

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) is taking on the legendary Hatfield-McCoy Feud which spanned generations between two Appalachian families. The stuff of newspaper sensationalism and regional... more

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca sits down with music journalist and award-winning author Holly George-Warren to discuss the life and untimely death of Janis Joplin. Author of Janis: Her Life and Music, Holly goes into great detail... more

Who’s to blame for the death of Janis Joplin?

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) discusses the Rock and Roll legend Janis Joplin and her untimely death at the young age of 27. Joining what would later be called the 27 Club. Bullied rele... more

On this week’s Aftermath REWIND, Rebecca speaks with Professor Lynn Wood Mollenauer about all things La Voisin and the Affair of the Poisons. Specializing in the history of France between the Renaissance and the Revolution, and having coined the phra... more

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Recent Guests

Faryn Einhorn
Fact checker introduced as a guest on this episode
The Alarmist
Episode: THE HATFIELD-MCCOY FEUD: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Holly George-Warren
Music journalist, two-time Grammy nominee, biographer
Speaker/Author
Episode: The Aftermath: The Death of Janis Joplin
Lynn Wood Mollenauer
Professor of cultural history, specialist in Louis XIV's France
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
Episode: REWIND - The Aftermath: La Voisin
Jen Curran
Comedian, writer and guest on the episode
Guest of The Alarmist
Episode: REWIND - LA VOISIN: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Marie Boss
Historical figure discussed in episode (not a guest on the show)
Participant in the historical events
Episode: REWIND - LA VOISIN: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Dr. Brenna Wynn Greer
Associate professor of history at Wellesley College; historian of race, gender, and culture in 20th century United States
Wellesley College
Episode: The Aftermath: The Arrest of Rosa Parks
Ishbel Addyman
Writer and expert on Cyrano de Bergerac, author of Cyrano, the life and legend of Cyrano de Bergerac
Episode: The Aftermath: Cyrano de Bergerac's Tragic End
Cathy Scott
Investigative journalist and veteran crime writer, New York Times bestselling author
Episode: The Aftermath: Robert Durst Murders
Arielle Nissenblatt
Founder and curator of Earbuds Podcast Collective
Earbuds Podcast Collective
Episode: REWIND - BALLOONFEST '86: WHO IS TO BLAME?

Host

Rebecca Delgado-Smith
Host and creator, known for her comedic touch and insightful commentary.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • History and comedy combined

    This podcast is such a fun and different way to look at different historical events. Hosts and guests are great. Such a fun listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yankeesgirlc21
    United States3 months ago
  • Amazing

    For a small team this podcast really delivers! I have been listening years and am constantly impressed with their research and presentation of sometimes distressing material.

    They manage to traverse the fictional tragedies to the real ones of a range of severity with sincerity that can’t be faked. Thank you for your amazing content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deetmate
    Australia4 months ago
  • ugh

    Host(s) ask terrible questions and derail any interesting conversation

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    love2hearit
    United States9 months ago
  • Jumped the shark with Garfield

    This episode was honestly terrible. The host could hardly read from a Wikipedia page, mispronounced everything and obviously didn't do anything to prepare. This topic just didn't have an hour of content and should not have been aired. Ugh.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jackpot1976
    United Statesa year ago
  • Hello from your past

    I LOVE this show! I don’t remember how I found it. I do remember hearing an ad and thinking it sounded like a happy version of a sad podcast I love and I’m totally right, to the point where when one of you covers something the other already did I think I’ve heard the episode before, but I listen anyway don’t worry.

    Anyway when I found you in 2023 I decided to start at the beginning so I listen to a few a week. I’m currently in June of 2022 so if you read this review I probably won’t hear it for... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    222rv
    United Statesa year ago

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Audiences commend the knowledge and dynamic interactions of hosts and guests, enhancing the learning experience through light-hearted banter.
Many reviews highlight the podcast's ability to balance comedic elements with insightful discussions about societal issues.
Some listeners express frustration over perceived biases in political commentary, while others enjoy the comedic critique of history's darker moments.
Listeners appreciate the humorous yet informative approach to history, making heavy topics engaging and accessible.

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The Aftermath: The Death of Janis Joplin
Q: Who or what would you blame for the death of Janis Joplin?
The guest ultimately points to fate as the overarching factor, while also acknowledging the immediate danger of a pure, unknowing heroin batch that led to her death; the discussion emphasizes how the combination of personal vulnerabilities, surrounding pressures, and impure drugs culminated in the tragedy.
The Aftermath: The Arrest of Rosa Parks
Q: When did Martin Luther King Jr. become involved and how did he shape the boycott?
King joined as a new minister who was elected president of the Montgomery Improvement Association, becoming the boycott's spokesperson and symbol while women led organizing and strategy.
The Aftermath: The Arrest of Rosa Parks
Q: How did the arrest actually unfold on December 1, 1955?
Parks refused to give up her seat in a no-man's land in the bus, was arrested, and later became a catalyst for a mass boycott organized primarily by women in Montgomery.
The Aftermath: The Arrest of Rosa Parks
Q: So, can you start off by giving us some context? What was life like for African Americans living in Montgomery, Alabama in 1955?
Life was characterized by Jim Crow segregation, with Black communities organized around activism; Black women in particular faced strict conditions yet were active through NAACP networks and community work.
The Aftermath: Cyrano de Bergerac's Tragic End
Q: Is there anything we haven't discussed that you think is important when understanding the legacy of Cyrano?
The aspects of his life that link to contemporary issues, particularly the politics of fear and how they compare to today's societal challenges.

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Exploring the blame for historical tragedies, a blend of comedy and insightful analysis characterizes this show. Each episode sees the host and a guest dissect significant events, from the sinking of the Titanic to cultural shifts like the Beatles' breakup, with a humorous lens while addressing deeper themes of responsibility and societal failures. This format makes history accessible and engaging, delivering both entertainment and education in a unique way. Notable for its creative approach to serious subjects, it aims to alleviate listeners' everyday anxieties by turning poignant moments into discussions that provoke thought and laughter.

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2. Holly George-Warren
3. Lynn Wood Mollenauer
4. Jen Curran
5. Marie Boss
6. Dr. Brenna Wynn Greer
7. Ishbel Addyman
8. Cathy Scott

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