Dark History

1. 114: The Dark History of Josephine Baker pt. 1: the first influencer was also a spy

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today's story is one that's so juicy it feels like a movie plot. I'm talking about fan favorite Josephine Baker. What if I told you that your favorite celebrity was not just an international superstar but also a secret agent who single-handedly saved thousands of lives? Stay tuned!Get your first visit for only five dollars at https://www.Apostrophe.com/DARKHISTORY when you use our code: DARKHISTORY. Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/darkhistoryfree and use cod

Dec 06,2023 51:11

2. 113: A billion dollar curse: The Dark History of The Lottery

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Did you know that the largest Powerball jackpot ever won was a mind-blowing 2.04 billion dollars? That's the equivalent of an average American working for 30,000 years. Sounds good, but there's a dark side dating back to the Old Testament. From funding America's birth to winners finding a tragic fate, get ready to explore the shadowy past of the lottery.Get $15 off a Skylight Frame at https://www.SkylightFrame.com/DARK.Stop wasting money on things you don’t u

Nov 29,2023 58:21

3. 112: Real Life Willy Wonka: Freak Candy Disaster that Killed Dozens

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Remember Augustus Gloop, the kid from Willy Wonka who drowned in chocolate? It turns out that happens in real life, too. Yep, candy has been responsible for MANY deaths. Think poisoned candy, a flood of burning molasses, and a chocolate Easter bunny explosion. Turns out candy has a not-so-sweet side, too.Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/darkhistoryfree and use code darkhistoryfree for FREE breakfast for life! Go to https://www.Zocdoc.com/DARKHISTORY and downl

Nov 15,2023 59:10

4. 111: A DOG SAVED THE WAR? Hero Animals You’ve never heard of

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today I’m sharing stories of some of the greatest soldiers of all time- and they’re animals. From the 1000-pound brown bear who destroyed Nazis to a little terrier who could hear missiles from miles away, honestly these animals are amazing.Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or you can get 20% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code DARKHISTORY at checkout.Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apost

Nov 08,2023 54:18

5. 110: Conjugal Visits Could Save America? So Why are they taking them away?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today I’m talking all about conjugal visits, which is basically when prisoners are allowed some private time with a visitor. This topic is already pretty spicy, but finding out the history had me SHOOKETH. From hanky panky bribes to a fear of homosexuality, this is a wild one.Go to https://www.EARTH BREEZE.com/darkhistory for 40%off your first order.Get your first visit for only five dollars at https://www.Apostrophe.com/DARKHISTORY when you use code DARKHIST

Nov 01,2023 44:00

6. 109: Werewolf Trials, Real Life Dracula, & Where Zombies Actually Come From

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. I’ve been wanting to do an episode on this topic for a while and October is the perfect time, because we’re talking about monsters! Where did monsters even come from? Why do the same weird creatures come up again in different societies all across the world, all throughout time?! Stay tuned for creepy tales filled with werewolves, vampires, and zombies.Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to https://www.RocketMoney.com/DARKHISTORY.Go to https://www.Ship

Oct 25,2023 55:57

7. 108: The Truth About Rasputin: Demonic Wizard or Healing Saint?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. This guy was one of my favorite cartoon characters ever, but it turns out he’s actually based on a super creepy villain. Today we’re talking about Rasputin, the man who was possibly responsible for the fall of the Russian monarchy. He was rumored to be able to speak with animals, have magical healing powers, and even… be immortal? Go to https://www.theouai.com/DARKHISTORY for 15% off any purchase.Go to https://www.liquidiv.com and use code DARKHISTORY at chec

Oct 18,2023 59:36

8. 107: Sleep Demons, Ghosts, & Alien Probes: Can Nightmares Really Kill You?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today we’re talking about conspiracy theories, and not the kind your annoying uncle brings up on Thanksgiving, but the spooky fun ones. From the popular Mexican folktale of la llorona, to the government telling us aliens are real, to sleep demons, this is a spooky one.Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/50darkhistory and use code 50darkhistory for 50% off plus free shipping!Go to https://www.Squarespace.com/DARKHISTORY to save 10% off your first purchase of a we

Oct 11,2023 01:02:32

9. 106: The Dark History Of Sugar: Slavery, Diabetes, And Addiction

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. It’s October, which means, it’s the start of spooky season. With Halloween coming up, my mouth is watering just thinking about all of the candy I’m going to eat. But I always hear about how bad sugar is, so I wanted to find out why? Is sugar really as addictive as cocaine? Where does it come from? Are there hidden costs? And of course, the answers are darker than I could have ever imagined.Get your first visit for only five dollars at https://www.apostrophe.c

Oct 04,2023 54:50

10. 105: Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta & The Struggle Of America's Farm Workers: The Dark History of the Chicano Movement

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today we’re talking about the Chicano Movement. Before this movement, just saying the word “boycott” could get you SIX MONTHS in prison. And many Americans weren’t even allowed to take a break, drink water, or even use the bathroom. So yeah, this movement was pretty necessary. And it lead to one of the greatest fights for civil rights in US history.Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Hello Fresh, Ouai, & ShipStation. Learn more during the podcast about s

Sep 27,2023 46:34

11. 104: The Secrets of Starbucks - Pumpkin Spiced Lies | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. It’s FALL, baby, and pumpkin spice season is upon us. What better time to do a dark dive into the dirty secrets of Starbucks? From killing thousands of orangutans to racial discrimination, their history is anything but sweet. It’s honestly surprising that they’re still around with all of these scandals. Stay tuned for more Dark History next week!Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Hello Fresh, Ouai, & ShipStation. Learn more during the podcast about spec

Sep 20,2023 38:24

12. 103: The Dark History of U.S. Infrastructure: Train Derailments, Freeway Collapses, and Biblical Floods

Hi friends, happy Thursday! Welcome to the Dark History podcast. So, literally a hundred years ago, America got a huge facelift. I’m talking about new water systems, roads, the whole fabric of the country basically. And, SHOCKER, it has not been updated since!!! That’s a long time without a little revamping, and today, I’m shedding some light on the nasty consequences of all that neglect.Episode Advertisers Include: Squarespace, Stitch Fix, Zocdoc, and ZipRecruiter Learn more during the podcast

Sep 13,2023 37:18

13. 102: A Free Concert From Hell: Deadly Drugs, Murder and Music | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. We all know about Woodstock, right? Peace and love, 60s hippie vibes. But did you know that Woodstock has an evil cousin? Today I’m talking about the Altamont Speedway Festival. And this isn’t your average bad festival- this was a day of bad drug trips, violent beatings, and MURDER!Episode Advertisers Include: Buffy, Hello Fresh, & Apostrophe. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Sep 06,2023 55:27

14. 101: Dark History of Fast Food: Toxic, Tasty, and Targeting You

Hi friends, happy Thursday! Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today I’m talking about fast food. I don’t know about you, but fast food is my comfort food! But how did our favorite little treat come to be? It all started with a magical vending machine, and fast food is now as addictive as literal drugs. Stay curious my friends & see you next week!Episode Advertisers Include: Good RX, AG1, Doordash, & Rocket Money. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Aug 30,2023 56:12

15. 100: Tyson’s Destructive Ways: A Simple Farm Turned Evil Empire | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. The only thing juicier than a rotisserie chicken is the secrets it’s hiding: from hormone-stuffed drumsticks to some unexpected protein in your nuggets (ew, bugs!), we're uncovering the less-than-appetizing truths the chicken industry's been hiding. Brace yourselves, as today's episode is bound to ruffle more than just a few feathers!Episode Advertisers Include: Hello Fresh, Buffy, Apostrophe, & Ouai. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Aug 23,2023 55:35

16. 99: Monsanto Chemical Company: The Silent Killer - Agent Orange, Birth Defects and Toxic Cereal | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. In today’s episode, exposing the secrets behind the food we all buy at the grocery store. I’m talking about a company called Monsanto- and if you don’t know them, you should- because they changed the whole course of food history. There’s a lot to cover here, including blood-spitting fish, the deaths of thousands in Alabama, and Vietnam war weapons.Episode Advertisers Include: Zocdoc, Stitchfix, SquareSpace, and ShipStation. Learn more during the podcast about

Aug 16,2023 45:04

17. 98: Branches of Government: Prison Over Pizza Leftovers? Who’s Really Making Our Laws? | Dark History With Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. This all began because someone stole my pizza from the work fridge- you guys know the feeling, and I just wanted to make that ILLEGAL! So I did a little digging on how laws are actually made, and it turns out there’s some dirty, dirty goss on the branches of government. We’re talking elite dating apps, arguing with your cranky uncle at Thanksgiving, and 13,000 lb doors, so stay tuned for this one.Episode Advertisers Include: HelloFresh, Apostrophe, & Audible.

Aug 09,2023 40:16

18. 97: The Secret Lives of America’s Founding Fathers: Who Really Started This Country? | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. And welcome to Season 3! We’re kicking off season 3 with all of the juicy secrets of the daddies of America… aka the Founding Fathers. Turns out these guys were more than just a group of white men in funny wigs. I’m talking dog obsessions, pretending to hate slavery, pasta makers, and more. Get ready to learn a LOT more than you expected to know about our Founding Fathers.Episode Advertisers Include: ZipRecruiter, StitchFix, Apostrophe, & DoorDash. Learn more

Aug 02,2023 57:20

19. 96: Murderous Popcorn Rituals? The Disturbing History You Never Knew | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Popcorn, your favorite movie time snack, was once connected to human sacrifice and gruesome beheadings. That’s right. The history of popcorn involves way more than just popping corn. Let’s dive into the dark, dirty secrets that have been buried beneath the kernels.Episode Advertisers Include: Rocket Money, Liquid IV, & HelloFresh. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Jul 26,2023 44:08

20. 95: Sizzling Secrets of Sex Toys | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast! Sex! It's been around since the beginning of our existence. But something else has been around for thousands of years too- sex TOYS. Yes, you heard it right, we have evidence of dildos dating as far back as 30,000 BCE. Get ready to find out the sizzling secrets of how the dildo, and other toys, became how we know them today.Episode Advertisers Include: AG1, Ouai, ZocDoc, & ZipRecruiter. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Jul 19,2023 44:42

21. 94: The Joanie Awards! Best, Worst, & Absolute Worst | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. And welcome to the most highly-anticipated event of the year: The Joanie Awards! Dark History's second season has taken us on an exhilarating journey through spine-chilling tales and mind-boggling discoveries. Today, we celebrate the outstanding stories that unfolded in Season 2, honoring the heroes, villains, and douchebags who have shaped history's shadowy tapestry.Episode Advertisers Include: DoorDash, HelloFresh & Manscaped. Learn more during the podcast

Jul 12,2023 48:25

22. 93: Death by Lipstick: Secrecy, Sorcery & Satanic Rituals Behind Makeup | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. If you watch my videos, you probably know that I LOVE makeup. I buy it, I wear it, I bathe in it, I AM IT. So of course it got me thinking… So I did some digging, and I was surprised to discover that makeup has a dark past, and could even get you killed. Today we’re discussing magic, ritual and everything else that has to do with the dark history of makeup!Episode Advertisers Include: DoorDash, Apostrophe, & Rocket Money. Learn more during the podcast about s

Jun 28,2023 47:09

23. 92: Filthy Rich: Dirty Secrets of the World’s First Billionaire | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today we’re discussing the world’s first ever billionaire- John D. Rockefeller. This guy was money obsessed, and I mean OBSESSED. We’re talking manifestation, threatening people, destroying families, and just generally doing whatever it took. John’s life was quite a unique one, and this episode left me wondering: was he smart, or was he just a sleaze bag? Either way, he changed the world forever. Episode Advertisers Include: StitchFix, HelloFresh, Babble, & M

Jun 21,2023 56:25

24. 91: Magic Tramp Stamps and Taboo Tattoos | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today we’re diving into a topic that has always been controversial: tattoos. Did you know that in Japan, tattoos could change your whole life- or even mark you with a death sentence? From ancient magic to modern-day men parading the streets in nothing but tighty whities, this episode is full of spicy stories that’ll keep you on pins and needles (pun intended). Episode Advertisers Include: Zocdoc, HelloFresh, & Squarespace. Learn more during the podcast about

Jun 14,2023 35:52

25. 90: LOST & FOUND: New York’s secret mass grave site | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today we’re talking about a place that NYC has tried to erase from its maps: Hart Island. Since the day it was discovered, it has been used as a prison, a war training camp, and even an insane asylum. Today, millions of dead bodies are kept on the island- right next to New Yorkers who don’t even know it exists. So sit back, relax, and find out what other secrets this place is hiding.Episode Advertisers Include: ShipStation, Earthbreeze, Apostrophe, and Liquid

Jun 07,2023 29:11

26. 89: Shocking Secrets of the Wine Industry: What Are They Hiding? | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Throw everything you know about wine out the window right now. In this episode, we’re talking about wine orgies, forced grape stomping, and hoarding wine just like we hoarded toilet paper during the start of the pandemic. Not to mention a whole host of wine secrets… enough to shock even the biggest wine lover into thinking twice before pouring the next glass!Episode Advertisers Include: Ouai, ZocDoc, Rocket Money, & ZipRecruiter. Learn more during the podcast

May 31,2023 44:11

27. 88: Poison in your mouth? Your teeth are toxic! | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Did you know that grills, yes, for your teeth, have been around for thousands of years? Or that most fillings have mercury in them, even now? It turns out that the history of oral hygiene is full of crazy stories. Get ready for a mythical tooth worm, dental priests, and the mad hatter syndrome. This episode will have you racing to brush your teeth.Episode Advertisers Include: Béis, Stitch Fix, and Babble. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

May 24,2023 49:02

28. 87: A Killer Deadlier than Hitler? Joseph Stalin Part 2 | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. And welcome to part two of our deep dive into the life of one of the most influential and destructive dictators of all time, Joseph Stalin. Stalin was responsible for the deaths of MILLIONS, and that’s just the beginning. Today, we’ll be covering his rise to power, reign of terror, and the devastating impact he had on the people of Russia. If you liked part one, it’s going to be an even wilder ride.Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe and HelloFresh. Learn

May 17,2023 36:00

29. 86: The Mass Murderer Nobody Talks About: Joseph Stalin Part 1 | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. We all know of Hitler, and you might know of Joseph Stalin… but did you know that Stalin was DEADLIER than Hitler? Me neither. Anyways, Stalin is a real rags-to-dictator type of guy. So much so that this story needs two episodes to do it justice, so stay tuned for part two. Episode Advertisers Include: SquareSpace, Liquid IV, ZipRecruiter, & Rocket Money. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

May 10,2023 54:08

30. 85: This Bloody Crime Saved Our Lives: The Dark History of 911 | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today we are diving in to a topic personal to me - my mom was a 911 dispatcher when I was growing up. And this experience always made me wonder… what happened before 911 existed? I did some digging, and it turns it involves the Titanic sinking, a woman named Kitty in Queens, and the modern-day Karen.Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Beis, Shipstation, & Ouai. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

May 03,2023 40:49

31. 84: Abusive Prisons or Animal Oasis: Are Zoos Evil? | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. When you think of the zoo, what comes to mind? Saying hi to cute animals? That’s what I thought too, until I started digging and learned that zoos are way darker than I thought. And when I say darker, I mean human zoos with REAL people and a black market animal trade. Let me know what you guys think about this one and if you want a human zoo episode. Episode Advertisers Include: Stitch Fix US, ZipRecruiter, & ZocDoc Inc. Learn more during the podcast about sp

Apr 26,2023 52:56

32. 83: Dirty Water, Wikileaks, and Anthrax?! Would You Die For Your Country? | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast, the show where we talk about that hot history goss. And today we’re talking about a new kind of gossip: the kind that could both save and ruin lives, should you blow the whistle. That’s right, today’s episode is on whistleblowers—people that saw something and said something, despite the risk to themselves. Because those in power don’t like it when you pull down their ivory tower. It’s a dirty job, but someone’s gotta do it.Episode Advertisers Include: Earth B

Apr 19,2023 46:01

33. 82: Legalized Murder: When The Purge Happened In America—Red Summer of 1919 | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Remember that movie, The Purge? The one where for one day only you could commit whatever crime you wanted. Yeah, back when it came out in 2013, everyone was losing their minds. They were so worried that people would just randomly start murdering each other. Well, what if I told you there was already a real-life Purge that had happened in America over a hundred years ago? Well, Buckle Up Baby. In today’s episode, we’re talking about the Red Summer of 1919. A

Apr 12,2023 39:05

34. 81: Wanna Make 10 Million Dollars? Find This Painting: Craziest Art Heists in History | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Would you like to make an easy $10 Million? Well get in close, let me in on a secret. You just have to solve the biggest art theft in history. For real. There’s a page on the FBI website and everything. Who wants to help me and split the money? In today’s episode we talk all about Art Heists throughout history. Yes we talk about this unsolved Boston heist, but also about the most successful art theft and the dude who just up and walked out of the Louver with

Apr 05,2023 40:01

35. 80: A Nepo Baby’s Hollywood Castle: America’s Billionaire King William Hearst | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. We’ve talked about William Hearst on here before. He is one of the OG Nepo Babies. On top of being born into wealth, he pretty much ran the newspaper industry so he was rolling in it. And one of the big things he spent his cashola on was his house, nay his CASTLE. Oh yeah. In today’s episode, we are talking about Hearst Castle. No surprise here, but the story behind a castle in California is juicy and I have been dying to share this one with you all. Get read

Mar 29,2023 46:51

36. 79: Cannibalism, Child-Trafficking, and Strip-tease: the Truth that Disney Buried | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Princesses. They’re gorgeous, they’re happy, they’re all sparkles and rainbows and everything good. But what if I told you the stories behind some of our favorite princesses are dark? Like DARK dark. In today’s episode, we look at some of our favorite fairy tales and their origin story. And to no ones surprise… Disney didn’t exactly get it right. Episode Advertisers Include: June's Journey, Apostrophe, ZocDoc Inc, and ZipRecruiter. Learn more during the podca

Mar 22,2023 47:26

37. 78: When Beauty Kills: Secrets of the Plastic Surgery | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. How old do you think plastic surgery is? I thought it started like 50/60 years ago. But then someone told me it started because of soldiers injured in WWI, GASP. But then someone else said that forms of plastic surgery had been around since before Jesus. I. Was. Shooketh. I needed to know more. So I started digging, and oooo baby. In today’s episode, we get into the history of Plastic Surgery. How it started, why it started, and when it started. And what d

Mar 15,2023 47:33

38. 77: Why You'll Probably Fail the SATs | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Okay, so we can’t talk about SATs and college admission without mentioning Aunt Becky. That scandal kind of blew the whole thing open. But Aunt Becky wasn’t the first person ever to use money to help her kid get into college. Far from it. And there is one element of college admissions where there is a lot of money floating around, too much money. I mean we’re talking billion-dollar industry money…the SATs. In today’s episode, we look into the history of the S

Mar 08,2023 43:51

39. 76: The Power of Hate- Death to Disco | Dark History with Bailey Sarian

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Would you believe me if I told you that one grumpy radio DJ from Chicago changed the face of the music industry as we know it? And that he did this with exploding records and frisbees of death? Well, let me explain…because that is all true. In today’s episode, we talk about Disco Demolition Night. And how it altered the path of not only Disco Music but all pop music as we know it today. Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe and Squarespace.

Mar 01,2023 53:58

40. 75: That $7 Shirt Is Making You Sick: Fast Fashion vs. the World

Hi friends, happy Thursday!Welcome to the Dark History podcast. I feel like there is a new trend every two days. And I do not know how to keep up. And by the time I figure it out, I’m already like four trends behind. But I just don’t know how people are buying these trends so quickly. How are people staying on top of all these new clothes we need every week? And turns out the answer is a little thing known as “fast fashion”. In today’s episode we get into fast fashion. It’s been around for lo

Feb 22,2023 49:38

41. 74: From Hoovers to Hentai: The Dark History of Porn

Hi friends, happy Thursday!Welcome to the Dark History podcast. PORN. Bom Chicka Wah Wah. We all know what it is, don’t lie Barbara, we know you know. And that’s because porn has been around for a long time. There really isn’t one phase of history where you can’t find some kind of porn. I mean even cavemen had porn. In today’s episode we go into the history of porn and specifically America’s turbulent history with it. MMmhmmm. Don’t watch this one with grandma, okay? You’ve been warned.Episode

Feb 15,2023 01:01:12

42. 73: Tie me up Daddy - Top 5 Torture Techniques from Medieval Time

Hi friends, happy Thursday!Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Look torture is awful, but if there is one age that really turned torture into an artform, it was Medieval Times. No, not the super cool restaurant, we’re talking about the time in history where torture popped AWF. In today’s episode we take a little peak into the golden age of torture and go into the creativity and atrocious ways the medieval people used torture for entertainment. I appreciate you for coming by, and tune in next we

Feb 08,2023 53:51

43. 72: Dying for Minimum Wage or Surviving on the Bare Minimum

Hi friends, happy Wednesday! Welcome to the Dark History podcast. I feel like every day there is some new group of people going on strike. And I'm always like Hell Yeah! Stick it to the man. But then I started doing some research on why there are so many strikes and started reading up on minimum wage and immediately was like bring me my sign, burn it all down. Because believe me, this shit is unbelievable. In today’s episode we get into the history of minimum wage and talk about how from the ver

Feb 01,2023 53:52

44. 71: FYC: For your Corruption

Hi friends, happy Thursday! Welcome to the Dark History podcast. It’s Award Show Season Babbbyyy. The Glitz! The Glamour! The Scandal?!?! Oh yes, Award Shows are full of scandals, corruption, and buying awards. In today’s episode, we go to the very beginning of Awards Shows and how from the get-go they were shady, shady events. And even if you think you know all about the dark side of awards, you’ve got no idea.Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe & ZocDoc Inc. Learn more during the podcast

Jan 25,2023 44:12

45. 70: Luxury Fashion Haul!!-- Sleeping with the Enemy

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. What do you think of when you think of “Luxury Fashion”? Glitz, glamor, status?…Nazis, perhaps?? Plot twist I know. In today’s episode, we talk about a few luxury fashion brands that have some pretty shady histories of racism, sexual assault, secret love children, and Nazis. It’ll really make you think before you buy or not. Either way, I fully support horizontal collaborations. Episode Advertisers Include: Hello Fresh & ShipStation. Learn more during the pod

Jan 18,2023 48:11

46. 69: The Princess of the Press vs. The Media, Mobs, and the Man

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Have you ever been made to seem like the bad guy? Have you ever had everyone turn against you when you were just trying to do something good? Well, what about, have you ever had people hate you so much for trying to do the right thing that they blow up your office and you have to flee your home? No? Well, all of this and more happened to one Ida B. Wells. In today’s episode, we go over the life and legacy of Ida B. Wells and how she changed history in so many

Jan 11,2023 42:06

47. 68: Horror, Heartbreak & Homicide- Happy New Year!!

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. New Years. Honestly, not my favorite of the holidays. It’s cold. Sequin Dresses are super uncomfortable. Everyone’s Drunk. And a midnight kiss is overrated. So I wanted to prove that New Year's sucks because it has a dark and dirty past. And I was right. But once I read the story, I wasn’t very happy to be right. Because let me tell you, this one is messed up. In today’s story, we get into the very dark story of Heartbreak/Hiring Day. Episode Advertisers In

Jan 04,2023 35:30

48. 67: A Very Krampus Christmas: The Dark Spirits of Christmas Past

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Is there anything as cozy as a Christmas tree? When you look at it, what do you think of? Family, holidays, presents, hot coco, singing carols, good times etc etc. But have you ever looked at a Christmas tree and thought about chopped off d**k? Because it turns out you should. In today’s episode, we get into the dark history of four of our favorite holiday traditions: Christmas Trees, Gingerbread, Christmas Cards, and Krampus. And trust me when I tell you, so

Dec 21,2022 39:19

49. 66: Death By Christmas Candle: What’s Really in Your Favorite Products?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Tis the season. And by season I mean scented candle season. Nothing makes you feel more warm and cuddly than an apple cinnamon candle and a blanket. But what if I told you by burning that candle you’re doing the same amount of damage as just inhaling straight exhaust fumes. Seriously. In today’s episode we go into the dark seedy history of fragrance. And how because of them, something as simple as a scented candle is deadly. Episode Advertisers Include: Apost

Dec 14,2022 43:41

50. 65: How did we go from selling soap to selling our souls?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Have you always felt like someone is watching you? Well hate to break it to you sweetie, but they are. And when I say “they” I mean advertisers. In today’s episode we learn how the world of advertising went from war propaganda to listening to you through your phone. Talk about a drastic shift.Advertisers Include: SkyLight Frames, Apostrophe, Hello Fresh, and ShipStation.

Dec 07,2022 55:52

51. 64: Fck, Cnt, Btch, Sht, Where Does Cursing Come From?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. There’s nothing I love more than dropping a good ole F-bomb. But who was the original person to drop it? Was there a caveman somewhere that stubbed his toe and yelled it out? Or was it yelled on a medieval battlefield? Well I had to find out. In today’s episode we look into the history of swearing and focus on three of the big ones.Episode Advertisers Include: Manscaped, Rocket Money, and OUAI Haircare. Learn more during podcast about special offers!

Nov 30,2022 47:53

52. 63: You've been Catfished. Who the hell is Betty Crocker?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. I love a good cake. And with cake mixes right from the store, you don’t need a baking degree or whatever. Now if only I could actually get the cake in the oven before eating all that damn good cake batter. Maybe one day. But while you lick your spoon, let me tell you about America’s homemaker, Mrs. Betty Crocker. In today’s episode, we’ll learn all about her life and what influenced her to become a baker. You might want to set your timer, because the amount o

Nov 16,2022 48:43

53. 62: Cancer for Sale: When is it enough?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. If a product is dangerous, but it still sells well, is it really that dangerous? Um, yes, yes it is. In today's episode, we talk all about it by focusing on one company in particular: Johnson & Johnson. J&J has routinely put sales over people’s lives. “But why?” you may ask. Because money talks, baby! Let’s get into the Dark History of Johnson & Johnson. And great, now I’m on another hit list.Episode Advertisers Include: SkyLight Frames, Apostrophe, Hello Fre

Nov 09,2022 55:17

54. 61: Who Were the Bozos Before Bezos? When Money Ruins Everything

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Freakin rich people, amiright? I’m not talking about that kid you went to school with that had the parties at his parent’s mansion and gave out the best gift bags. We’re talking bajillionares, like the insanely rich. In today’s episode we’ll dive into the people who paved the way for the Bezos and the Musks of the world. And we’ll also see how and how the Original Richie Richs spent dolla bills. Spoiler: it was on themselves. Obvi!Episode Advertisers Include

Nov 02,2022 46:35

55. 60: Dungeons, Dragons, and Satan Worship

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. What scares parents more than anything else? It’s the Devil, of course. And it wasn’t too long ago where this fear turned into a nationwide craze. In today’s episode we’ll talk about how Satan invaded our board games, music, even our classrooms! And if you think that everyone just sat down, calmly talked it over like adults, and everything was fine…oh buddy you’d be wrong. It was a total dumpster fire, from hell!Episode Advertisers Include: Hello Fresh, ZipRe

Oct 26,2022 39:31

56. 59: Cannibalism as Medicine?? The Wild trend of Mummy Powder

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Mummies, we know em, we’ve love em. And they are quite exclusive. Really rare. I mean everybody loses their minds whenever we find a new one. But would you believe at one time, there was a whole bunch of these bony bois lying around? Oh yeah, and what’s the reason why there are so few now? In today’s episode, we get into just that. And the reason…not exactly what you may think. Let’s just say…it involves cannibalism.Episode Advertisers Include: Squarespace, A

Oct 19,2022 38:09

57. 58: Clowns that Kill: the Dark History of Clowns

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Clowns, you either like them or you hate them. There really isn’t much of an in between. But how could something as simple as a clown manage to get such strong opinions from people? In today’s episode we explore the long, dark, drunk, and complicated history of the clown. And I knew this story would be dark, but ooo boy, this was even darker than I expected.Episode Advertisers Include: Ship Station, Framebridge, Hello Fresh, OUAI Haircare

Oct 12,2022 38:05

58. 57: The Witches are Coming - Hide Your Broom, Hide Your Goats

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. It’s spooky season babbyyy. Ghosts, goblins, ghouls, and witches. Oooo witches. It’s hard to have a spooky season without witches. But many people hundreds of years ago tried real hard to get rid of all the witches. In today’s episode we’re going to talk about Witch Hunts, but not the ones in Salem. The Witch Hunts we are talking about make those ones look like childsplay. We’re going back to the original hunts that spread across the world. Episode Advertiser

Oct 05,2022 45:55

59. 56: Ghost Ships, Sunken Cities, And a Triangle of Doom - Disappearances from the Deep Blue Sea

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. The Bermuda Triangle, the most mysterious shape on the entire planet. Seriously, why has no one been able to figure out what’s going on there?? It’s no mystery that every year multiple ships and planes are lost to the triangle, and it’s been that way for centuries. So how come no one is able to figure out what the heck is going on?? In today’s episode, we look into the mystery behind the Bermuda Triangle and talk about some potential theories about it. But Be

Sep 28,2022 39:10

60. 55: Soft Drinks and Hard Drugs: Coca-Cola's Story is Soda-pressing

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Did you know that fewer people know the recipe to Coca-Cola than know the nuclear code? Or that the few people who do know the recipe are not allowed to fly at the same time in case their flights go down. So how did Coca-Cola become such precious cargo? Well in today’s episode we get into Coke’s history, when did the cocaine get taken out and why, how it grew into the empire we know today, and what shady secrets they keep in their vault with the recipe.

Sep 21,2022 43:24

61. 54: Shave Your Head and Get In the Closet: Dark History of Marriage

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. We’re going to the chapel and we’re going to get married! But it’s not all pretty dresses and delicious cake (mmmmmm cake). In fact, a lot of the wedding traditions that we hold near and dear have a pretty dark past. In today’s episode we’ll find out why we kiss the bride, why the father gives the bride away, why bridesmaids exist and what’s with their matching dresses, and why the garter toss is even a thing. Episode Advertisers Include: Zip Recruiter, Ship

Sep 14,2022 49:27

62. 53: From Mailing Babies to Mailing Bombs: The Postal Service Did What???

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. What’s the craziest thing you’ve mailed? I feel like I remember a time in grade school where everyone was mailing potatoes. Anyone else? No? Just Me? Cool. Anyways, what I’m saying is throughout history, people have sent some crazy things in the mail. And sometimes, the things they sent were…dangerous. On today’s episode we’re talking all about the history of the Post Office. All the twists and turns. And how people got away with mailing babies. Yes. Babies.

Sep 07,2022 51:37

63. 52: Stop beating your meat with this tasty treat! THE DARK HISTORY OF GRAHAM CRACKERS

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Some things are just meant to be together. Peanut butter and jelly. Milk and cookies. Graham crackers and masturbation? Yep you read that right. Because without masturbation we never would have graham crackers. In today’s episode we’ll talk all about how one man’s mission to stop people from whacking it, led to the creation of the tasty, cinnamon-y treat. Don't be whacker, grab a cracker.Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, OSEA Malibu, MeUndies and CA

Aug 31,2022 46:48

64. 51: She’s in OUR DNA?! Who is Henrietta Lacks?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. One of my favorite things about this podcast is learning about all kinds of people I had no idea even existed. And today’s story is exactly one of those. In this week’s episode we are going to discuss the story of Henrietta Lacks. Who’s that you ask? Well she is the woman who changed the face of medicine and has saved millions of lives. She’s also the woman whose DNA is inside you right now. But if she’s done all that, why doesn’t anyone know who she is. W

Aug 24,2022 50:48

65. 50: Gossip, Glitter & Whimsical Disgrace - WTF is up with Lisa Frank?

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. I’ve mentioned her many times before. I’ve tempted you over and over with her juicy story. I promised to you again and again that we’d get into the shady backstory. And the time has finally come. It’s time for us to talk about Miss Lisa Frank. Oh yeah. On today’s episode we get into the story about what was happening behind the glitter and rainbows at Lisa Frank Inc. We’re talking phone bugging, drugs, fraud, verbal abuse, chaining employees inside the build

Aug 17,2022 49:30

66. 49: Sex Toys: Sinful or Medicinal?!?!

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Sex has been a part of humanity since the dawn of time. Do you know what else has been around for a while? Sex Toys. Oh yeah. There’s proof of dildos as far back as 30,000 BCE. But how did it go from phallic rocks to the multi-million dollar sex toy industry we have today. On today’s episode we go into the surprising and complicated history of the dildo. We’ll figure out what’s true, what’s a lie, and how the dildo is still around even after many attempts to

Aug 10,2022 45:19

67. 48: Blood, Butter, and BEHEADINGS?!?!?: Popcorn's Dark Past

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. People used to be sacrificed for popcorn. Yep. The buttery goodness that you finish eating before the trailers are even over at the movies. Now you may be thinking “how in the heck does that make any sense?” Because, honestly, that was also my initial reaction. But let me tell you, the history of popcorn is WILD. And we’re getting into all of it on today’s episode. So buckle in babe.Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Liquid IV, and Express VPN. Learn

Aug 03,2022 44:30

68. 47: The Best of Dark History: The Joanie Awards

Dark History. It seemed like such a simple concept. Let’s talk about the things from history people didn’t talk about. And boy did we do that. We talked of things that were uncomfortable, things that we’d never heard of, things that sounded too crazy to be true, and things that I couldn’t help but giggle at. Today we’re going to review all the stories, characters, and situations we’ve uncovered. And what’s the best way to do that, an award show of course! But not any old award show these are The

Jun 08,2022 45:54

69. 46: Silence=Death: The Dark History of the AIDs Epidemic

The AIDs epidemic. We’ve all heard of it. But it seems to be discussed in hushed tones or people are too afraid to really get into it. So although we all know of it, how much do we actually know about it? Where did it come from? What actually is it? Why did it take so long for the government to figure out what it was that was killing so many? And once they did, why didn’t they do anything about it? Today we get into that and so much more. The stories of AIDs has always been, but today we’re fina

Jun 01,2022 54:52

70. 45: Making the Band: Dark History of Boybands

Boy Bands. Don’t act like you don’t love them. Every generation has their boy band. But when did it all start? How did it all start? Who came up with the magic sauce that make us all so addicted to 5 boys who can sing and dance? Well babe, we’re gonna get into that and so much more. Today we take a deep dive into where boy bands came from, and no surprise here, it gets dark. We’re talking fraud, drugs, alcohol, assault. Yep, this dark history is larger than life. Episode Advertisers Include: S

May 25,2022 49:35

71. 44: Signs, Seances, and the Stars: Dark History of Psychics and Astrology

What’s your sign, babe? How many times have you been asked that? How many times has someone blamed their behavior on the planetary alignment or the stars? It’s all astrology’s fault. But there is so much more to astrology than just the ~signs~. Today we go into the long history of astrology and how we got from charting the stars to seances in the white house. It’s the Dark History of Psychics and AstrologyEpisode Advertisers Include: OUAI Haircare, Upstart, Stitch Fix US, and Apostrophe. Learn

May 18,2022 43:50

72. 43: Cleopatra, Catherine, Jackie, And Yoko: Their True Stories

Women. We really get the short end of the stick don’t we. And it’s nothing new. In fact there are women all throughout history who could tell all kinds of tales of when the odds were stacked against them. Or when history completely ignored them. Or when society made them out to be the villain. Or, when nobody believed them. Well kitty cats, today we’re going to talk exactly about those kinds of stories. We’ll be focusing on just four women: Cleopatra, Catherine the Great, Jackie Mitchell, and Y

May 11,2022 47:31

73. 42: Heroin & Cigarettes & Tapeworms: The Dark History of Diet Culture

Did you know that researchers have found that 98% of all diets are complete failures? Did you also know that the diet industry is a multi-billion dollar industry and that whatever body a diet promotes has shifted drastically over the course of human history? Why do you think that is? Spoiler alert: it’s MONEY… and making women feel awful. Buckle in, and get ready for the dark history of Diet Culture.Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Best Fiends, ZipRecruiter, and Express VPN. Learn more

May 04,2022 51:39

74. 41: Diving Into The Dark Web: Dark History of Silk Road

The internet isn’t really that old. But that doesn’t mean that it hasn’t already started to gather its own dark history. I mean we’re talking about a whole branch of the internet literally called “Dark Web.” And there was one site in particular that basically made the dark web the mainstream place for drugs, fake ids, and murder for hire. Today we’re going to talk about the Silk Road. The website that single-handedly validated bitcoin and laid the foundation for dark websites we still see in act

Apr 27,2022 52:48

75. 40: Puff, Puff, Pass: Dark History of Cannabis

Weed is a gateway drug. How many of us were warned about this in middle school health class? Well did you know it’s not true? And has been disproven multiple times? I mean if you think about it, how much do we really know about cannabis. Today we’re going to fix that. We are going alllll the way back to the very start of cannabis’s history. Not only are we going to talk about all the ways Cannabis has benefited society throughout history, but we’ll also talk about the group of villains who ma

Apr 13,2022 50:51

76. 39: Is College Even Worth it?: The Dark History of Student Loans

Like pretty much everything we talk about, Student Loans started out as a great idea. A way to ensure education for all. A way to advance America in the Space Race. And a way to promise citizens a brighter future. But as we’ve seen time and time again, with money on the table, student loans got dark, and FAST. Today we talk about how student loans came to be, how the evolved, and how they came to be something that plagues nearly 46 million Americans today. Episode Advertisers Include: Liquid I

Apr 06,2022 51:30

77. 38: The Darkest Show on Earth: The Circus

Come one come all, gather around for the spectacle of the darkest show on earth. The circus is definitely not the happy wholesome family adventure it sells itself to be. It’s a dark place filled with kidnapping, fires, murder, bribes, train wrecks, animal cruelty, labor abuse, and LIES. Oh the lies. Today we get the truth behind all the lies and learn alllll about the dark history of the circus. Episode Advertisers Include: SimpliSafe, Stamps, Solo Stove, ThredUP. Learn more during the podcast

Mar 30,2022 55:31

78. 37: The Government Poisoning Alcohol?!: Prohibition

Most people have heard of Prohibition, the time when America decided drinking was bad. But how much do we really know? Because it wasn’t just the speakeasies that were hidden. We’re talking about Mafia turf wars and government poisoning alcohol for years. And that’s just the start. Because today we are getting into the deep, dark, and a little drunk, history of Prohibition. Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Square Space, Embark, ZipRecruiter. Learn more during the podcast about special o

Mar 23,2022 50:54

79. 36: The Shocking & Shady Past of Bananas

Bananas. That yummy yellow fruit. We love it. But let me tell you, this simple fruit has a COMPLICATED past. We’re talking labor strikes, insurrections, murder, environmental destruction, insider trading, and even potential nuclear war. No, seriously. Today we get into the very dark history of Bananas. And girl, it is wild. Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Hello Fresh, Stitch Fix US and Calm US. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Mar 16,2022 56:57

80. 35: Pre-Tampon vs Post Tampon World: The Dark History of Menstruation

PERIODS. MENSTRUATION. VAGINA. All no-no words according to society. But also all words we’re gonna be using today, A LOT. That’s because today we are talking about the Dark History of Menstruation. When did it get a bad rap? How did women back in the day deal with cramps? How is it celebrated in other cultures? When did the tampon come along? We answer all those questions and more when we dive into the dark history of periods. Episode Advertisers Include: Squarespace, Apostrophe, Best Fiends,

Mar 09,2022 50:37

81. 34: Private Prisons: Where Prisoners Become Profit

At this very moment, there are a bunch of business owners and investors in the United States who profit off people being arrested and imprisoned. It doesn’t seem right and definitely doesn’t feel legal, yet here we are. Welcome to the shocking history of Private Prisons. Today, we talk about the all-American story about how capitalism kept slavery alive long after it was abolished. Plus we discuss how state and federal governments still use these horrible facilities today. Episode Advertisers In

Mar 02,2022 45:01

82. 33: The TRUTH behind Central Park, Lake Lanier and Dodger Stadium

America, she’s always been stealing land. Grabbing what she wants. And stealing land has never stopped in America, except now it’s done “legally” thanks to a little thing called eminent domain. Today we will dive into just three of the MANY stories of communities being erased in the name of building landmarks like Central Park, Lake Lanier, and Dodger Stadium. And all of it was done legally because of eminent domain. Oh yeah, today’s stories are shadyEpisode Advertisers Include: Stitch Fix US,

Feb 23,2022 34:33

83. 32: Equal rights and Access FOR ALL: The Americans with Disabilities Act

Just how accessible are accessible parking spots, bathrooms, tables etc. And what had to happen in order to even get to this point? Would you believe if I said something called Ugly Laws? Forced Sterilization? Supreme Court Battles? Well babe, that is just a start. Today we talk about the road to the American with Disabilities Act and the dark history of treatment of people with disabilities. Episode Advertisers Include: ZipRecruiter, Calm US, OUAI Haircare, and Hello Fresh. Learn more during t

Feb 17,2022 36:46

84. 31: How the US STOLE Hawaii

Would you believe me if I told you Hawaii was stolen? Well yeah of course, hi this is Dark History. But would you also believe me if I told you, the US fully fessed up to taking the islands illegally and the International community has acknowledged Hawaii is it’s own country? Because that’s all true. But why is it still the 50th state? Well today we dive into the mind blowing history of Hawaii, how it was illegally overthrown, and why more people don’t know about it.Episode Advertisers Include:

Feb 09,2022 39:03

85. 30: The Woman who REALLY Started Rock & Roll: Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Do you know who Sister Rosetta Tharpe is? Would you believe me if I told you she’s responsible for Elvis Presley, Chuck Barry, Little Richard, The Beatles, The Who, The Rolling Stones, Jimmi Hendrix and basically Rock and Roll itself? Today we’re going to dive into Rosetta’s story and learn about how she is the unknown mother of Rock & Roll.Episode Advertisers Include: Liquid IV, StitchFix US, Ship Station, and ZipRecruiter. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Feb 02,2022 38:49

86. 29: The Birth of Click Bait & Fake News: Yellow Journalism

Journalists are supposed to follow the principles of truthfulness, accuracy, objectivity and public accountability. But that wasn’t always the case for Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst. Today we’re going to talk about how their desire to beat each other led to the era of Yellow Journalism and reshaped Journalism as we know it.

Jan 26,2022 44:32

87. 28: The Many Crimes of The Nestle Company

How did Nestle go from feeding babies to poisoning puppies? Well let me tell you it is a bumpy ride. As Nestle continued to grow, their scandals got bigger and bigger. Today we dive into just a few of the shady, shady things Nestle has done over the years.

Jan 19,2022 40:07

88. 27: The Dark Side to the Golden Age of Hollywood

Hollywood, the place where dreams come true. But in reality, Hollywood, and especially during the “Golden Age” was a place of nightmares. Horrible treatment of actors and actresses, drug addiction, cover ups, forced abortions, eating disorders, death. You name it, and it was happening behind the scenes. Today we dive into the dark side of the glitz and glam of the movie industry and talk about it’s dark and seedy past. Episode Advertisers Include: Best Fiends, Liquid IV, Stitch Fix US, and Zip

Jan 12,2022 35:34

89. 26: Women Were Poisoned by Their Job for Years: The Radium Girls

When Radium popped on to the scene in the early 1900s, it was called “liquid sunshine” and a “mythological superbeing.” Why? Because it was incredibly powerful and literally glowed. But then a few companies had the bright idea to start making watches with it. Today, Bailey tells the tale of the Radium Girls who were exposed to the radioactive chemical, in horrible working conditions, and lost their lives because of it.Episode Advertisers Include: Squarespace, Apostrophe, Hello Fresh, and Ship St

Jan 05,2022 39:57

90. Bonus Episode: Death By Delicious Chocolate - Cordelia Botkin was WILD

Hi Friends!There's no Dark History episode this week, but here's a bonus episode of a story I did for Murder, Mystery & Makeup (which is now a podcast!!) about Cordelia Botkin. Hope you enjoy it and if you're interested in true crime, make sure to subscribe to Murder, Mystery & Makeup anywhere you listen to podcasts and on YouTube!

Dec 30,2021 49:35

91. 25: Twisted Holiday Tales You’ve Never Heard: Dark History Holiday Edition

Pour some hot coco, slide on those comfy socks and gather ‘round the fire because it’s chilly willy out there. Week after week, we talk about the most horribly dark stuff on this show. So, we’re switching it up a bit. Today, Bailey gives you her first ever ANTHOLOGY episode with four SHOCKING holiday stories you’ve never heard. Don’t worry - they’re still SUPER dark, but there’s a bit of hope in each tale, too.Episode Advertisers Include: SimpleSafe, StoryWorth, Hello Fresh, and Wicked Clothes.

Dec 22,2021 34:03

92. 24: How Jazz Almost Wasn’t a Thing: The Dark History of Jazz

In the late 1800s, something really cool was happening down in New Orleans. A melting pot of cultures was blending to form a new style of music. These incredible sounds inspired a music revolution that swept the nation almost overnight. People LOVED Jazz. But there were some people who decided jazz was the devil’s music. Today, Bailey tells the shocking story of how the Federal Government tied Jazz to “immoral” behavior and aimed to take down its biggest star: Billie Holiday.Episode Advertisers

Dec 15,2021 36:22

93. 23: Before COVID, there was Bubonic Plague in San Fran

121 years before COVID showed up, the U.S. nearly descended into chaos when the Bubonic Plague arrived in San Fran. The Black Death. When it began spreading in the city, politicians went to war with public health officials, claiming everything was blown out of proportion, even calling it a “Plague Fake.” Oy. Today, Bailey gives you yet another dose of how dark history tends to repeat itself. Episode Advertisers Include: Wicked Clothes, Hello Fresh, Stitch Fix US, and Apostrophe. Learn more durin

Dec 08,2021 49:37

94. 22: Why 20,000 People Wanted Italian Immigrants Dead: Sicilian Lynchings

In 1891, 11 Italian people were murdered in the streets of New Orleans, becoming one of the largest mass lynchings in American history. Because of this, there were rumors of war between the United States and Italy. So, to calm the tension, the American government… created a holiday? Wait. What? Today, Bailey tells the bloody story of the Sicilian Lynchings, where 20,000 people lost their damn minds. Episode Advertisers Include: Aura Frames, Ouai Hair Care, Liquid IV, and Wicked Clothes. Learn mo

Dec 01,2021 39:19

95. 21: A Church vs. The Feds: Who Shot First?? The WACO Siege

In 1993, the quiet Texas town of Waco was turned into a bloody battlefield when an extremist religious group and their leader went to war with the American Government. We’re talking assault weapons, helicopters, tanks, explosions and huge fires. Dozens were killed. Today, Bailey tells the wild story of how this stand off even happened, why the word cult was being thrown around and how the Feds may have made it all worse.Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, ZenBusiness Inc, Wicked Clothes, an

Nov 24,2021 01:06:20

96. 20: Secrets buried in unmarked graves: Residential Schools

In June of 2021, a bombshell investigation uncovered the bodies of 215 Indigenous children in unmarked graves on a Canadian school’s property. Wait. WHAT?! Yeah, they were students at something called a Residential School. And there were MANY of these in both Canada and the United States. Today, Bailey tells you about a horrifying program that resulted in thousands of deaths and even more missing children.Episode Advertisers Include: Wicked Clothes, Ship Station, Hunt A Killer and Stitch Fix US.

Nov 17,2021 41:03

97. 19: Concentration Camps... IN AMERICA?!: Japanese Incarceration

After the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, America became paranoid as hell, thinking every Japanese person in the U.S. was a spy. News flash: they weren’t. But that didn’t stop one of the ugliest chapters in American history from being written. Today, Bailey tells the grim story about how the Federal Government rounded up and imprisoned over 100,000 Japanese Americans during WWII.Episode Advertisers Include: Wicked Clothes, Liquid IV, Hello Fresh and Apostrophe. Learn more during the pod

Nov 10,2021 49:19

98. 18: Secret Medical Testing on People & the Government Knew?! The Tuskegee Experiment

In 1972, an article went viral before the internet existed. The headline read: “Syphilis Victims in U.S. Study Went Untreated for 40 Years.” This bombshell report exposed the Tuskegee Experiment for what it was: a crime against humanity. Today, Bailey tells the story of the study’s 400 participants and the monsters who lied and took advantage of them even though a cure to their illness was readily available.Episode Advertisers Include: Embark, Squarespace, Ouai and Wicked Clothes. Learn more du

Nov 03,2021 42:32

99. 17: People Danced Until They LITERALLY Died?! - The Dancing Plague of 1518

In 1518, the peasants of Strasbourg, France began dancing and couldn’t stop. Because of it, 15 people were dying per day. Historians don’t know what caused it, but they all agree that it absolutely happened. Today, Bailey tells the puzzling story of a mysterious Dancing Plague that gripped this town and disappeared just as quickly as it arrived!Episode sponsors include: Hunt a Killer, Wicked Clothes, SimpliSafe and Square Space!Learn more during the podcast about special offers! For 10% off go

Oct 27,2021 49:27

100. 16: From Riots and Raids to Gay Pride Parades: How Pride came to be

In 1969, the Stonewall Inn was just your typical, Mafia-backed queer bar in Greenwich Village, New York. But after yet another police raid, the LGBTQ+ community had enough and decided to fight back. Today, Bailey tells the story of how chaos in the streets of New York evolved into the colorful Pride parades we see around the world today.

Oct 20,2021 41:23

101. 15: Who gave the Philly Police a friggin’ BOMB?!: The 1985 MOVE Bombing

In 1985, after a chaotic shootout and an hours-long standoff, the Philadelphia Police dropped a bomb on the home of the MOVE organization, a black liberation and environmentalist group. What? Why? How? Today, Bailey is going to get into that, but just know it killed 11 people and destroyed 61 surrounding homes. It took 35 years for the city to even apologize. Episode sponosrs include: Liquid IV, Public Goods, Wicked Clothes and ShipStation! Learn more during the podcast about special offers! F

Oct 13,2021 48:16

102. 14: Gay Conversion Therapy: Pseudo Science is Destroying Innocent Lives

700,000 people have experienced some form of Gay Conversion Therapy over the years. Yet, survivors of this horrible practice call it torture, evil and abusive. So, why, then, is it still legal in 30 states? Today, Bailey tells the dark history of a practice not only happening in camps, but in doctor’s offices and church basements all over the country.Episode sponosrs include: Ouai, Apostrophe, Wicked Cloths and Squarespace! Learn more during the podcast about special offers! For 10% off go to

Oct 06,2021 44:21

103. 13: The story of the first female President of the United States: Edith Wilson

A rowdy mountain girl inherits a million dollar jewelry business, drag races through the streets of Washington D.C., goes on a blind date with the President, marries him and then takes over the country after he suffers a stroke. No, this isn’t the premise of a Rom Com. Today, Bailey dishes on the true story of Edith Wilson - the unapologetic First Lady who gave Washington politicians the middle finger and did what she wanted.

Sep 29,2021 47:29

104. 12: MKUltra: Mind Control, Drugs and Robocats

What if we told you the Government thought LSD could be used for mind control? What if we told you they tested this on thousands of people without their knowledge? Or what if we told you the CIA was slicing open cats and putting microphones in them to create adorable little spies? You’d probably think we’re high. Nope. Just the Government. Well, today Bailey tells the story of a secret Government project called MKUltra, where they did all of this. And more.Episode sponosrs include: Zip Recruiter

Sep 22,2021 42:57

105. 11: Thomas Edison maybe killed a guy and other enlightening Edison tales

When people think of American innovation, one name always comes up: Thomas Edison. But, just like everything else in our series, there’s a dark side to Tommy boy. Today, Bailey reveals a story that shines Edison in a different light, a more unflattering one filled with buried tales of greed, fame, dishonesty and, dare she say, murder. Partners for this episode include: Stamps.com, Hello Fresh, Squarespace and Apostrophe.

Sep 15,2021 47:40

106. 10: Who stole grandma’s body?!: The Doctor’s Riots of 1788

Modern medicine had to start somewhere, right? And where it started ain’t too pretty. In order to study the inside of the body, bodies had to be dissected. And where did medical students and doctors get bodies to dissect in 1788? They stole ‘em from the cemetery, silly. Today, Bailey tells the wild story of the 1788 Doctor’s Riots.

Sep 01,2021 41:28

107. 9: When the American Dream Goes Up in Flames: The Triangle Shirtwaist Fire

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today, we are going to talk about the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire, where 146 garment workers lost their lives. This tragic story lives at the intersection of greedy capitalism, immigrant exploitation and social justice. Workers fighting for basic rights found themselves fighting for their lives. Real Rosewood Foundationhttps://rosewoodflorida.wordpress.com/ "I will be matching donations for the first 48 hours after the podcast goes live at 12:00am PST on Wednes

Aug 25,2021 46:19

108. 8: The Trail of Tears: Not one, but many

Too many Americans think the Trail of Tears was just some difficult nature walk. Like, one path that a bunch of Native Tribes hiked to get from point A to point B. In reality, it was a death march through wild forests and raging rivers. Native Americans had to battle the unforgiving summer sun, harsh winters, brutal diseases, food shortages and abuse from the American Military meant to guide and protect them.Partners for this episode include: Stitch Fix, Apostrophe, Best Fiends, and ZipRecruiter

Aug 18,2021 42:52

109. 7: Crack vs. Cocaine: Welcome to Incarceration Nation

America is an Incarceration Nation, locking more people up than any other country. That includes countries with dictators. Think about that. In today’s episode, Bailey pulls back the curtain to show us the ugly truth behind why ONE gram of crack gets the same criminal sentence as ONE HUNDRED grams of cocaine. The crazy thing? They are the SAME DRUG. Today, Bailey takes you on an eye opening ride through the story of crack and cocaine. Partners for this episode include: Squarespace, Hello Fresh,

Aug 11,2021 45:46

110. 6: Mind Games - The Dark History of Lobotomy

What do the Kennedy’s (yes, those Kennedy’s), ice picks and depression all have in common? The lobotomy. Decades ago, this terrifying procedure was seen as the miracle solution to dozens of psychological problems. Today, Bailey digs into the dark history of lobotomies and how one man convinced America that he can cure all mental illnesses by sticking sharp objects in people’s brains while they were STILL AWAKE.Partners for this episode include: Upstart, True Crime Obssessed, Brooklinen and Wicke

Aug 04,2021 39:43

111. 5: Let's Talk About The Dark History Of Birth Control. Buckle In.

Birth Control is in medicine cabinets all over the world, used by millions of women. But few know its scandalous history involves mass sterilizations of Puerto Rican women, an American business tycoon, and an activist who dabbled in eugenics. What’s eugenics? You’ll find out. And it ain’t pretty. Today, Bailey reveals the big history behind the little pill that changed family planning forever.Partners for this episode include: Apostrophe, Embark, Scentbird and Wicked Clothes. Learn more during t

Jul 28,2021 42:33

112. 4: Andrew Jackson

Today, Bailey dives deep into the story about Andrew Jackson, the master duelist, the man on the $20 bill, and the man responsible for the death of thousands of Native Americans.Partners for this episode include: Stitch Fix, Audible, Jordan Harbinger and Brooklinen.

Jul 21,2021 49:21

113. 3: Rosewood Massacre

Murder, Destruction and Racism are all discussed as Bailey digs into the unsettling story of The Rosewood Massacre, which was an attack on the predominantly black town of Rosewood, Florida, in 1923 by large white mobs destroying the entire location. Partners for this episode include: Best Fiends, HelloFresh, Squarespace and Stamps.com. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Jul 14,2021 41:11

114. Dark History Relaunch Trailer

In this trailer, Bailey Sarian shares exciting updates on the relaunch of her #1 podcast "Dark History" and news on upcoming episodes!

Jun 23,2021 01:02

115. 2: Zoot Suit Riots

On this week’s episode, Bailey explores the story behind the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943 in Los Angeles alongside an Historical Expert, Professor Pagan. Together, they discuss race relations in the US during this period, Zoot Suit inspiration from Jazz culture and the implications that the riots have even today! We also would love to thank our sponsors. Apostrophe: Save $15 off your first visit with a board-certified dermatologist at apostrophe.com/darkhistory and use code, DARKHISTORY. StitchFix: 3

Jun 09,2021 43:44

116. 1: DuPont Chemical Scandal

On our premiere episode of Dark History, Bailey dives deep into a topic that still is affecting us today! It is about an experiment and an injustice. The DuPont Chemical scandal is an exploration into synthetic chemicals possibly poisoning us all, a cover-up, and an unlikely lawsuit that exposes everything!

Jun 02,2021 36:13

117. Dark History Trailer

Bailey Sarian, a professional makeup artist & true crime connoisseur, is taking her expertise from her popular YouTube series, Murder, Mystery & Makeup, and expanding into the podcast world with Dark History! Each week, she will explore the chilling stories of the dark past from US and World History that they don't teach you in school!

May 20,2021 01:03

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