Fairies, Changelings and the Case of Bridget Cleary

Fairies, Changelings and the Case of Bridget Cleary

"Are you a witch or are you a fairy or are you the wife of Michael Cleary?" In the 1800s, Ireland had seen its fair share of upheaval and changes. But one thing that was a common thread for many on the island was the belief in the "Good People" or Fairies and also in Changelings, human-like fairies left behind in another's place. They could be fickle creatures, creating trouble for some while bringing luck for others. And when Bridget Cleary got sick in 1895 with what seemed like a sim...

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Antarctica

Antarctica

It's a cold, desolate place. Not many people go there. But it's natural beauty and potential for science make it an almost haven for some people. However, for the lucky few that get to go, rigorous ph...

22 Mar 20231h 6min

Whakaari/White Island Volcano Eruption

Whakaari/White Island Volcano Eruption

On December 9, 2019, Whakaari, an active volcano off the coast of New Zealand, erupted. This was not like other eruptions from Whakaari. A popular tourist destination for adventurers, 47 people were o...

8 Mar 20231h 29min

The Cult Murder of Mark Kilroy

The Cult Murder of Mark Kilroy

It was supposed to be a fun spring break trip - in 1989, Mark Kilroy and his friends from college went to South Padre Island, Texas, to party and have fun. During a short trip across the border into M...

22 Feb 20231h 5min

Helltown, Ohio

Helltown, Ohio

Welcome to Helltown, Ohio! It's now your average ghost town from the Wild West. Boston, Ohio was once home to a thriving community until they were told they no longer owned their homes and were force...

8 Feb 202343min

The Spirits of the Dakota Building

The Spirits of the Dakota Building

As one of the first luxury apartment buildings on New York City's Upper West Side, the building now known as the Dakota has had a long history. Many know of the Dakota's most recent history, most famo...

25 Jan 202335min

The Disappearance of Agatha Christie

The Disappearance of Agatha Christie

It was a story that only Agatha Christie could write. But in this mystery, she was the main character.

11 Jan 202338min

The Murder of "Iron Man" Michael Malloy

The Murder of "Iron Man" Michael Malloy

In the early 1930s, things were tough for many Americans. The Great Depression was underway, prohibition was going strong, and people found themselves struggling to keep jobs and desperate for money. ...

28 Des 20221h 1min

The Dancing Plague of 1518

The Dancing Plague of 1518

This is not your mama's dance party. Or at least we hope not. The dancing plague of 1518 involved bloodied feet, broken ribs and even death. What started as one woman's mysterious dancing through the...

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