
This isn't your typical history podcast, it's a little bit dark history with a splash of dark humor Host Jamie and co-host Leo delve into history's darkest archived stories. They shed a little light on some of the creepy, weird, dark and sometimes downright disturbing stories you won't find in history books (at least not the more nasty bits). From killer cults, forgotten voyages, true crime and ge... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | 5 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationHistory | |||

This week we cover the destruction of the U.S. capital and the British burning Washington D.C. in 1814. During the war of 1812 (President Madison era) few skirmishes hit harder than the British invasion of Washington after the Bladensburg battle. We ... more
This week ice mummies! We 'chisel' out a few stories from The Darkives of ancient burial practices, unsettling stories, and icy tomb discoveries. Learn the stories behind Ötzi the Iceman, Inca ice mummies in the Andes, and Siberian ice burials. Let's... more
This week we cover some of Japan's 1915 frontier history of Sankebetsu and it's brown bear attacks. In this lesser known and shocking historical event we'll cover the terrifying animal attacks of a man eater named Kesagake and the true horror behind ... more
Avast ye history lovers! Let's go back to the 18th century to learn some maritime outlaw stories throughout New England and British naval pirate history. We follow one of the most brutal pirate captains, Edward (Ned) Low and his crew of some of the m... more
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I love this podcast! I’m not usually into history but Jamie and Leo make it very fun and engaging
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The content features a captivating exploration of history's more obscure and unsettling narratives, delving into topics that are often overlooked in standard historical accounts. Episodes cover a range of disturbing tales, including true crime, notorious historical figures, and dark societal phenomena. The approach combines humor with educational storytelling, offering listeners a unique insight into unsettling events such as witch trials, infamous cannibals, and bizarre medical practices throughout history. This blend of storytelling likely appeals to those intrigued by both the macabre aspects of history and the often untold tales of human behavior across different eras.
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