All Bad Things

Episode 449: The Messerschmitt 163 Rocket Fighter 09.02.2026 1:01:09 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the Nazis' unsuccessful foray into rocket-powered aircraft. Script by Stephen.

Episode 448: The 1925 Sand Cave Tragedy 02.02.2026 1:03:27 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the death of Floyd Collins in a Kentucky cave. Script by Nicole.

40th Disasterversary Re-Release: Challenger, Part One, The Ultimate Field Trip (Episode 300) 28.01.2026 1:48:58 ↓

In honor of the 40th anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger disaster, we are re-releasing our four-part series on the tragedy.

40th Disasterversary Re-Release: Challenger, Part Two (Episode 301) 28.01.2026 1:08:34 ↓

In honor of the 40th anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger disaster, we are re-releasing our four-part series on the tragedy.

40th Disasterversary Re-Release: Challenger, Part Three, Moved and Troubled (Episode 302) 28.01.2026 1:19:25 ↓

In honor of the 40th anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger disaster, we are re-releasing our four-part series on the tragedy.

40th Disasterversary Re-Release: Challenger, Part Four, The Future is Not Free (Episode 303) 28.01.2026 1:12:14 ↓

In honor of the 40th anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger disaster, we are re-releasing our four-part series on the tragedy.

Episode 447: The Death of Naya Rivera 26.01.2026 1:09:53 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the tragic accidental drowning of actor and singer Naya Rivera.

Episode 446: Finding Dispersed Families (All Good Things) 19.01.2026 52:05 ↓

As a little respite from disasters, we cover an All Good Thing. David and Rachel discuss how the Korean Broadcast Company helped reunite thousands of families in the post-war era.

Episode 445: A Deep (Nose)Dive, Part Six - Deregulation, Baby 12.01.2026 52:17 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the wild economic conditions of the 1970s and how it helped lead to the economic deregulation of the airline industry.

Episode 444: The 2001 Nisqually Earthquake 05.01.2026 50:12 ↓

David and Rachel discuss a 2001 "warning" earthquake in the Pacific Northwest. Script by Thomas.

Episode 443: Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve (New Year's Partysode) 29.12.2025 1:02:17 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the history of Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve.

Episode 442: The Goldsboro B-52 Crash (Christmas Miraclesode) 22.12.2025 52:11 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the time the U.S. Air Force almost nuked North Carolina.

Episode 441 : The Club Colectiv Fire 15.12.2025 1:45:30 ↓

David and Rachel go back to ABT's roots to discuss a nightclub fire with multiple repercussions.

Episode 440: The 1996 SeaWorld Ohio Ski Show Accident 08.12.2025 1:07:25 ↓

David and Rachel discuss a ski show gone wrong that could have gone even worse. Script by Corey.

Episode 439: Saudia Flight 163 01.12.2025 1:06:04 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the chain events of poor decisions that cause the Saudia Flight 163 disaster.

Episode 438: The Wrangel Island Fiasco, Part Two 24.11.2025 59:37 ↓

David and Rachel conclude the story of Ada Blackjack and Wrangel Island. Script by Nicole.

Episode 437: The Wrangel Island Fiasco, Part One 17.11.2025 1:12:16 ↓

David and Rachel discuss a rogue attempt to colonize Wrangel Island. Script by Nicole.

Disasterversary Re-Release: The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald (Episode 028) 10.11.2025 1:00:02 ↓

50 years ago today the legendary Edmund Fitzgerald met its tragic demise.

Episode 436: ALS 10.11.2025 1:04:14 ↓

David and Rachel discuss amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and dignity at all stages of life. This is a heavy one; please listen with care and skip if needed.

Disasterversary Re-Release: The 2000 United States Presidential Election (Episode 174) 03.11.2025 1:42:33 ↓

25 years ago today, things went very, very off the rails (not for the last time) in a United States general election. And consider this your reminder to make sure you vote in tomorrow's election if your area has any local/municipal races up for a vote in an odd year!

Episode 435: Chavez Ravine 03.11.2025 1:22:55 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the move of the Dodgers from Brooklyn to Los Angeles and the impact the new stadium had on the local population.

Disasterversary Re-Release: The Baku Metro Fire (Episode 236) 28.10.2025 57:35 ↓

Our first re-release in memoriam of the 30th anniversary of the Baku Metro fire (October 28, 1995).

Episode 434: The Seton Hall Fire 27.10.2025 1:15:44 ↓

David and Rachel discuss the devastating Seton Hall fire of 2000. Script by Leanne.

Episode 433: L'Ambiance Plaza Collapse 20.10.2025 52:55 ↓

David and Rachel discuss a deadly construction accident.

Episode 432: The Nutty Putty Disaster 13.10.2025 1:20:22 ↓

David, Rachel, and Nicole discuss how one man taught us to avoid spaces smaller than one's body.