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The Backstory with Patty Steele

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Christmas
George Washington
Santa Claus
Pagan Festivals
Tunguska Explosion
Clement Clark Moore
Eggnog
Christmas Trees
Christmas Cards
Washington Irving
World War II
Queen Elizabeth I
JAT Yugoslav Airlines
Vesna Volovic
General Oliver Howard
Delahaye 145
Cold War
CIA
Nez Perce Tribe
Nazi Germany

Love a good, juicy story that goes beyond what we already know? We're talking scandalous presidential family members, a mass murder at a world-famous architect's home, stolen inventions, nude athletes at the first Olympics, compulsive liars, the arrival of the bikini, and so much more. History fanatic Patty Steele tells you the inside backstories you didn’t know you needed to know.

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Thanksgiving is… the best. Whether you celebrate with family, friends, or even on your own… what makes it the best is the focus on gratitude. At least a dozen countries celebrate with a day or days of gratitude. But… what about all those traditions? ... more

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Recent Guests

Jenny Cockell
Individual who remembers her past life as Mary Sutton, a single mother from Ireland with eight children
Episode: The Backstory: Meeting your children…from a past life

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Patty Steele
Host with a passion for storytelling and sharing lesser-known historical narratives.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Love

    Love this podcast! I only wish the episodes were longer and went into more detail! However, it has sparked my curiosity and lead me to looking into things more on my own on several occasions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattyMattMattyMatt
    United States2 months ago
  • Trump watch

    This podcast has a gross commercial for Trump watches. Don’t like that they are promoting a criminal’s merchandise on this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AHL8400000000
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love

    Wish the it was longer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coolkkkid
    United Statesa year ago
  • Wonderful info

    I love your podcast. I do wish ads were a lot shorter, but the overall delivery and content provided is great. Keep doing a wonderful job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sinclair1995
    United Statesa year ago
  • Idea for a new show

    This show is great informative and quick.

    Patti could you please do a show about Jack Keroack the great American writer

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    911 grail
    United States2 years ago

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There are some concerns regarding the short length of episodes, with requests for longer discussions of the topics.
Listeners appreciate the entertaining and anecdotal nature of storytelling, often mentioning how engaging and informative the content is.
The host is praised for providing interesting facts and intriguing narratives that often provoke curiosity and spark further research.
Some feedback points to a strong interest in diverse topics, indicating a broad appeal across various listener interests.

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The Backstory: When teaching was tougher than being a nun
Q: Was that a good thing? Do we need more of that now?
The observations raised questions about whether the strict discipline practices benefited education or created constraints that hindered a joyful learning environment.
The Backstory (Replay): Cold War condoms and undercover kitties
Q: What was Operation Acoustic Kitty?
It was a CIA plan that involved implanting microphones and transmitters in cats to use them for eavesdropping on Soviet communications, but it proved impractical due to the independent nature of cats.

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Each episode presents intriguing narratives exploring scandalous events, historical figures, and social dynamics that shaped modern culture. Listeners can expect themes ranging from notorious figures in sports and politics to quirky historical events, enhancing the understanding of lesser-known facts. The host, a passionate history enthusiast, offers personal anecdotes and insights, making the stories relatable and engaging for a diverse audience. Unique aspects lie in the storytelling style that blends humor with historical rigor, creating a refreshing take on topics that may not usually receive attention. The content aims to entertain while leaving listeners with newfound knowledge and perspectives.

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The Backstory launched 2 years ago and published 240 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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