Episode 209: The de Havilland Comet
(Or, "Why All Aircraft Windows Are Shaped Like Squircles") David and Rachel discuss the series of alarming crashes experienced by the world's first jet airliner model. Stellar research by listener Joh...
5 Juli 20211h 18min
Episode 208: Diethylstilbestrol
David and Rachel get all science-y in this discussion of an early synthetic hormone also known as DES that caused unintended negative health effects on the children (and grandchildren) born to the peo...
28 Juni 20211h 12min
Episode 207: The Ballad of Harold Ballard and the Toronto Maple Leafs
David and Rachel take a much needed respite from high casualty horror to discuss the disastrous legacy and near-admirable pettiness of former Toronto Maple Leafs owner Harold Ballard.
21 Juni 20211h 51min
Episode 206: Alaska Airlines Flight 261
David and Rachel discuss the terrifying last moments 88 people were forced to endure all because of poor maintenance. Research courtesy of listener Bethany.
14 Juni 20211h 20min
Episode 205: The MV Bukoba
David and Rachel discuss a horrible ferry tragedy in Lake Victoria. Research by listener Rachael.
7 Juni 20211h 40min
Episode 204: The 2019 Whakaari/White Island Eruption, Part Two
David and Rachel discuss the rescue attempts and aftermath of the deadly December 2019 eruption of Whakaari.
31 Maj 20211h 21min
Episode 203: The 2019 Whakaari / White Island Eruption, Part One
David and Rachel discuss the horrifying events leading to the eventual eruption of Whakaari / White Island in December 2019 while 47 people occupied the island.
24 Maj 20211h 18min
Episode 202: LOT Polish Airlines Flight 5055
David and Rachel discuss the tragic mechanical failure of a late '80s Polish flight. Research by listener Nina.
17 Maj 202159min
