The Cousins Weird's podcast

Cook books in the 50s and 60s were full of savory dishes suspended in gelatin! Why were people mixing jello and seafood together? Come learn the reason why this trend became so popular and hear some of the most grotesque recipes! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://www.thedailymeal.com/eat/why-were-there-so-ma...

The Lighthouse of Alexandria, was a lighthouse built during the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus in 279 BC. It is estimated to be over 30 stories tall! It is considered one of the 7 wonders of the world! Come learn about it and the myths and legends that surround it! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://en.wiki...

Some of the worst trends in history are laws! This one of course, as usual, hurt women the most. Wait until you find out what it's all about and then learn some States still have it in effect to this day! Find us: Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us: thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us: Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://www.parliament.uk/about/living-heritage/transformingsociety/private...

The real story that inspired the Movie the Exorcism of Emily Rose. Was Anneliese possessed by demons or was she suffering from a mental illness that went untreated? Regardless of your belief I think we all can agree that those caring for Anneliese failed her causing her untimely death. Find Us Linkre.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sourc...

Just like today, women of Ancient Rome allowed old men to define the beauty standards of the time. They also gave them some rather dangerous ways to achieve that beauty! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://fleurtyherald.wordpress.com/2013/05/27/roman-cosmetics/ https://barraesthetics.com/history-of-beauty-rome...

Margaret is on a curse kick lately, and we are here for it! Sometimes when you are just pure evil in life that carries over into death! Tamarlane was a huge jerk! He killed and pillage and tried to take over the world! When he died he was burried in the most beautiful tomb, with a strict warning not to disturb him! Listen and learn about his connection with Stalin and Hitler! Find us linktr.ee/the...

Ancient medicine was more about superstitions and religion than science! Take the ancient Babylonians and tooth grinding for example! Sleeping next to a skull and kissing it 7 times before bed is the most logical cure! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us Thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patroon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://original.newsbreak.com... @yana-bostongirl-1587576/25833...

It may be past St Patrick's day but we are still focusing on Ireland for March! Ross Castle in Meath, Ireland. This story has it all! Star crossed lovers, enemies, death, heartbreak and of course a haunting! ** Please forgive our sound quality. Margaret isn't mobile so she can't isolate in order record so there is some background noise we can't control. Thanks for your continued support and unders...

Some things in history are so bizarre they actually make sense! Yes smoking was once used to treat asthma! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: Snopes.com The History of Smoking For Asthma Music from Upbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danijel-z... License code: LZ5ZUHQLWV7IN6XH Become a supporter of this...

Kicking off March with an Irish legend/cursed object! It's a tale of a tail ….sort of! The Massereene Hound protects the grounds of the Antrim Castle. Listen and find out the origins of why the statue came into existence! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: Music from Upbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/...

It's another haunting for you! The Omni Parker House is the oldest continuously run hotel in the Country, it's seen Politicians, Actors and famous authors through it's years. The famous kitchen is where the Boston Cream Pie got it's start and Parker House Rolls! With such a rich history it is no surprise it is a haunted destination in Boston! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinswe...

Hysteria was basically anything “wrong” with a woman. Dr. Treatment for that was a pelvic massage, but that was giving their hands a cramp, in comes the vibrator. But don’t worry women had no sexual desire this was strictly a medical treatment! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us Thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patroon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: "Hysteria" and the Strange History of...

The curse of the unlucky mummy! This Mummy board has made a reputation for itself, starting with the first people who took her from Egypt, one became missing, another lost an arm, one got sick and died and the last went penniless. She made her way to the British museum, could she be the real cause of the Titanic shipping? Or WWI? Find us: Linktr.we/the cousins weird Email us: Thecousinsweird@gmail...

You have heard of the Spice Girls but have you heard of the Spruce Girls? They were hired to model the newest trend, Spruce Bathing Suits! That's right wooden swimwear…I can only imagine where they had splinters! Find us: Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://www.thevintagenews.com... We Did That?: Human Bloopers, Secre...

Dr. John H. Kellogg introduced America to the importance of nutrition and hygiene. Although some of his practices helped make advancement in these area many of his beliefs were bizarre and some just dangerous! You may never look at cornflakes the same again! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://allthatsinterest...

Trial and error in the medical field is how we are able to save people today. However some of the ideas Dr. had in history are really bizarre! When blood transfusions weren’t working they basically were grasping at straws on what could replace blood, and milk has to be the strangest thing they came up with! Find us linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us patreon.com...

A lost city was found in the Amazon rainforest. The people who once lived there abandoned it, but why? It's said there is a curse on the land. Modern day explorers found out about the curse the hard way! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://treasuresinamerica.com... Music from Upbeat (free for Creators!): https...

Authors often put themselves into their work. But these ones literally wrapped themselves in it. This strange trend is one I hope doesn't come back around! Eew! Find us Link.tree.com Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/... Music from Upbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/danij...

You know we love a good 1800 era story especially a haunting! The Whaley was named the most haunted house in America! Named after the man who built it Thomas Whaley. He built it for a home for his family and a storefront. The land had a dark history and the Whaley family experienced many tragedies in the home. All that is the perfect recipe for a haunting! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Support...

The first device to help enhance a woman's breast was in the 1860s and the first augmentation surgery was in the 1890s! The quest for larger breasts has been happening for over a century! Much of the trials were to the detriment of women. Come with us and learn about the history and horrors of breast augmentation! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us Patr...

You know we love our bizarre history at the Cousins Weird! This one is a history mystery. What were this gold cone hat like things used for? We may never know! Join us as we also talk about some of our favorite episodes of the past year! Find us Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Support us Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Email us thecousinsweird@gmail.com Sources: https://www.ancient-origins.ne... The Mystery...

I think we all know Belladonna is poisonous! That didn't stop women of the past from putting it in their eyes to make there eyes appear dark and larger. It's ok if you go blind as long as you can attract a man! Find us: Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us: thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us: Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://meghanmastersonauthor.com/bad-decisions-history-featuring-bel...

This episode is about 3 creepy characters of old Christmas folklore. Unlike Jolly ol St. Nick these 3 will disembowel you, eat your children, or give them a good whipping! Nothing says Merry Christmas like traumatizing your child. Find us: Linktr.ee/the cousins weird Email us: Thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us: Patreon.com/the cousins weird Sources: https://boroughsofthedead.com/frau-perchta/ h...

Before there was a tooth fairy there were lot of bizarre traditions and rituals used when one lost their tooth! From burning the tooth to feeding it to a dog! Learn the weird traditions throughout history! Find Us: linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Email us: Thecousinsweird@gmail.com Support us: patreon.com/thecousinsweird Sources: https://www.caringtreechildrensdentistry.com/blog/baby-teeth-folklore-trad...

Go Jul, Merry Christmas! From Yule goats to Triggered Gnomes. We talk about the Folklore surrounding Christmas time in those Nordic countries! Find us: Linktr.ee/thecousinsweird Support us: Patreon.com/thecousinsweird Email is: thecousinsweird@gmail.com Sources: https://somethingswedish.wordpress.com/2013/12/28/julbock-the-swedish-christmas-goat/ https://www.storey.com/article/yule-goat/ https://w...