History For Weirdos
A deep dive into the strange obscure and relentlessly entertaining portions of human history. Married couple and armchair historians, Stephanie & Andrew, discuss the often overlooked parts of humanity. Whether the subject is an obscure event that has confused historians for centuries or a historical figure that doesn't get enough credit, we have you covered. New episodes available every other Monday!

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Episode 13: What the Heck is Greek Fire?

Episode 13: What the Heck is Greek Fire?

In part II of this week's doubleheader, Andrew takes us through the history of Greek fire and the details of its destructive nature. And despite what the name suggests, the origin is a bit more dubiou...

6 Apr 202038min

Episode 12: Unwitting Test Subjects

Episode 12: Unwitting Test Subjects

This week Stephanie tells the story of unwitting test subjects in the controversial case study of Dr. Neubauer. You're not going to want to miss this one. - Thank you for listening Weirdos! Show the p...

6 Apr 202041min

Episode 11: Let's Stop Hating on Typhoid Mary

Episode 11: Let's Stop Hating on Typhoid Mary

Andrew tells the strange story of Typhoid Mary from a unique perspective. We also hope all our listeners are healthy, hand-washing and staying inside!  - Thank you for listening Weirdos! Show the podc...

23 Mars 202036min

Episode 10: Isaac Newton was Quarantined Too

Episode 10: Isaac Newton was Quarantined Too

In this week's episode Stephanie tells the weird story of how Isaac Newton came up with calculus during the Great Plague of London. Tune in and escape our real life "weird history" with a fun & inspir...

16 Mars 202037min

Episode 9: The British Connection

Episode 9: The British Connection

This week, Andrew looks into the connection between mid 19th century British arctic exploration and the highest level of American government. You aren't going to want to miss this strange connection. ...

9 Mars 202031min

Episode 8: The Motorcycle Queen - Bessie Stringfield

Episode 8: The Motorcycle Queen - Bessie Stringfield

This week Stephanie tells us the tale of Bessie Stringfield, the first African-American woman to ride across the United States solo. Stringfield was one of the few civilian motorcycle dispatch riders ...

24 Feb 202032min

Episode 7: Sinister Secret Societies

Episode 7: Sinister Secret Societies

Two secret societies within the infamous Nazi regime are responsible for spreading the vile Nazi doctrine. Andrew tackles their origins and their pervasive nature throughout the western world. - Thank...

17 Feb 202048min

Episode 6: The Weird Roots of Valentine's Day

Episode 6: The Weird Roots of Valentine's Day

Stephanie shares some of the strange origins of everyone's favorite holiday to hate: Valentine's day. You're not going to want to miss this holiday's strange origins. - Thank you for listening Weirdos...

9 Feb 202049min

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