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Unhinged History

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World War II
World War I
Slavery
American Revolution
New York City
Japan
Vietnam War
Mata Hari
France
Dr. Daniel Hale Williams
Berlin Wall
Voynich Manuscript
Coffee
Yoshiko Kawashima
Odette Marie-Selene Braley
Paddy Mane
Civil War
Agatha Christie
Paris
Ottoman Empire

Unhinged History is a history podcast combining humor and the crazy stories you never learned in school. Theresa and Angie explore antics and hijinks throughout history. Each week they come together and share the bizarre stories they’ve only recently learned. Uncover facts like Napoleon getting attacked by bunnies or details of the Beer Flood of 1814. Their favorite topics cover historical hoaxes,... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes191Founded4 years ago
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This week is full of DYK sidebars, and we are not sorry even a little bit.

Theresa kicks things off with the story of Mexico’s first Black president, Vicente Guerrero. Did she mention he was the second president in the country’s history?! Buckle in ... more

Sometimes the two unhinged hosts bring you stories you’ve never heard. Other times, we tell you stories you've likely heard. Today, we’re probably doing both.

Angie kicks things off with her retelling of a very chaotic year in Rome. It’s the year th... more

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Another week, another set of stories that would never normally be told side by side.

This week, Theresa kicks things off with the story of Tsutomu Yamaguchi – the only (recognized) man who survived both the Nagasaki and Hiroshima atomic bombings. Le... more

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Welcome back to another week of unhinged stories.

Angie kicks things off by sharing the origins of high school football and cheerleading. She knew how much eye-rolling Theresa would do, and did it anyway. She does, at least, mention that football st... more

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Recent Guests

Jenny Chan
Founder of a non-profit documenting World War II atrocities in Asia
Pacific atrocities NGO
Episode: Episode 168 | In This Story There is No Good Guy featuring Jenny Chan

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Theresa
Host of Unhinged History, driving narrative and banter with a focus on historical biographical storytelling.
Angie
Co-host of Unhinged History, pairing sharp commentary with lively historical context.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • It’s fun! And the stories are good!

    I have road rage and in an attempt to have better mornings I thought I’d investigate some podcasts. This one is by far my fave so far. The stories are sometimes really funny or sad, but usually very unhinged. lol! I love it and am so happy there are so many episodes! My commute is about an hour and thats usually 2 stories and they move fast. It’s just like how my bestie and I tell each other stories. Fun, light, they don’t get dragged down in the details and a little bit, I think I might be lear... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trillian8
    Canadaa month ago
  • Love it

    Absolutely love this show, I will listen to it every day on the way to work, I wish they would release more episodes! I’m gonna run out of episodes soon lol. Other than how badly they butcher upstate New York town names, I have no complaints!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hdhdhdveyyeeg
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just lost a listener

    I am so tired of these podcasters making their show political, while it’s their right to do, it’s also my right not to listen to the podcast anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MomSearls
    United Statesa year ago
  • Calm Learning

    I’ve been listening for about a month or so and have really enjoyed the podcasts! I’ve been listening on my drives or as background entertainment while painting or something and find myself taking something from each episode. I saw a couple of reviews commenting about the banter but I happen to enjoy it-at times it provides another layer of emotional intelligence that you can’t just find in text. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MegMcQ5
    United States2 years ago
  • Interesting stories. Lots of chatter

    I tried to listen even on increased speed but couldn’t do it. I wish there was less back and forth after every single sentence telling the story. Just get through some of it before pausing for a comment after each point. I want to hear the history!!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    great app relaxing
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Banter and humor are a constant plus for learning history.
Positive notes on accessibility and entertaining storytelling, with some calls for fewer asides.
Some listeners dislike the frequent side conversations and wish for tighter focus on the history.

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#150
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Episode 168 | In This Story There is No Good Guy featuring Jenny Chan
Q: What was the origin of your first book and the arc of that narrative?
Jenny describes visiting survivors in Shanxi, the emotional process, and how she framed the historical and cultural context in English for readers.
Episode 168 | In This Story There is No Good Guy featuring Jenny Chan
Q: What makes you want to document these stories and push for a broader, less Western-centric historical narrative?
Jenny explains her motivation to document atrocities in Asia, the importance of including underrepresented voices, and the human stories behind the statistics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Unhinged History

What is Unhinged History about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two witty historians blend archival curiosity with irreverent banter to tell obscure, offbeat histories. Each episode pairs deep-dive biographies, curious scandals, and political intrigue with playful comments, making dense material approachable and entertaining. The show often weaves cultural context, pop culture references, and vivid storytelling into memorable mini-portraits of people, places, and times, plus witty riffs that keep the pace brisk. A standout trait is the duo's knack for connecting far-flung eras through shared themes like power, gender, and resistance, while keeping content accessible for casual listeners and history buffs alike.

What makes it unique is the steady mix of rigorous narrative with humor, occasional guest co... more

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