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Hillary and Tina cover the murder of Chicago Mayor Anton Cermak. Anton Cermak, a beacon of hope for many, arrived in the U.S. from the Czech Republic, shaping a remarkable political career. BUT, tragically, his journey met a sudden and violent end when he was gunned down. Sources Hillary's Story Britannica Anton J. Cermak Chicago Public Library Mayor Anton Joseph Cermak Biography The Chicago Tribu...

Tina and Hillary cover when Christmas was banned in New England. Bigger cities in early America observed Christmas . BUT when celebrations went too far, New England Puritans banned the holiday for years. Sources Tina's Story Atlas Obscura The Long-Banned Tradition of Mummering in Newfoundland Is Making a Comeback --by Sarah Laskow Colonial Williamsburg Wassailing through History --By Robert Doares...

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Hillary and Tina cover the Ghost Town of Centralia, Pennsylvania. The town of Centralia, Pennsylvania was once a bustling mining community. BUT after a series of failures culminated into a never-ending mining fire, Centralia turned into a modern-day ghost town. Sources Hillary's Story All That's Interesting Inside The Eerie Ghost Town Of Centralia, Pennsylvania That’s Been On Fire Since 1962 --By...

Tina and Hillary cover the race riot aboard USS Kitty Hawk. The USS Kitty Hawk race riot shook the Navy, highlighting deep racial divides. BUT when black sailors faced charges, while white ones walked free, it exposed a painful injustice within the ranks. Sources CNN US aircraft carrier, site of a 1972 race riot at sea, on way to scrapyard --by Brad Lendon Military History Now The Kitty Hawk Race...

Hillary and Tina cover Royal Canadian Air Force Wing Commander Russell Williams. Royal Canadian Air Force Wing Commander Russell Williams had a high-flying career. BUT as his confessions unravel, shocking crimes come to light, revealing a hidden and sinister side. Sources BBC Pilot Russell Williams's graphic murders shock Canada --by Lee Carter CBC Col. Russell Williams timeline CBS News Canadian...

Tina and Hillary cover former US House Representative from Delaware, Thomas B. Evans. US House Rep Thomas B. Evans, Jr. seemed like a typical politician. But he found himself entangled with a pinup Playboy model lobbyist, sparking rumors of her using unconventional tactics. Sources Tina's Story Orlando Sentinel QUAYLE AND PAULA PARKINSON PBS Think Tank Corruption, Then and Now --with Ben Wattenber...

Hillary and Tina cover former Louisiana Governor and US Senator, Huey Long. Huey Long, the charismatic yet controversial Louisiana Governor and US Senator, wielded power with strong-arm tactics. BUT his story takes a dark turn when he's assassinated, leaving behind a complicated legacy. Sources Hillary's Story The Atlantic When Demagogic Populism Swings Left --by Annika Neklason Britannica Huey Lo...

Tina and Hillary cover former Kentucky State Treasurer, James "Honest Dick" Tate. Kentucky State Treasurer James Tate was known for his honesty. But when he vanished with a stolen fortune, he triggered a nationwide manhunt proving that even the most trustworthy can have a hidden side. Sources Frank the Magazine James ‘Honest Dick’ Tate: Frankfort’s most honest of dishonest men --by Roger Barlow Le...

Hillary and Tina cover animal hoarder Vikki Kittles. Vikki Kittles, known for animal hoarding and abuse and spent years avoiding consequences. BUT ultimately her actions led to the creation of protective laws. Sources Hillary's Story The Astorian Kittles collects animals again The Florida Bar ANIMAL HOARDING IN FLORIDA: ADDRESSING THE ONGOING ANIMAL, HUMAN, AND PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS --by Gregg Rile...

Tina and Hillary cover former Alabama governor, Robert Bentley. Alabama Governor Robert Bentley, a self-proclaimed champion of family values, upheld his marriage vows for nearly half a century. BUT his time in office took a surprising turn as he used his position to conceal a secret, revealing a stark contrast to his public image. Sources Alabama.com Ex-governor Robert Bentley, Rebekah Mason's exi...

Hillary and Tina cover the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943. In Los Angeles, the Zoot Suit Riots of 1943 were fueled by tensions that ran deep. BUT in the chaos, a stark example of underlying racism emerged, exposing an uncomfortable truth about America's past. Hillary's Story Sources History Zoot Suit Riots LA Times The untold story of the Zoot Suit riots: How Black L.A. defended Mexican Americans NBC New...

Tina and Hillary cover former Muncie, Indiana mayor, Dennis Tyler. Dennis Tyler's term as Muncie mayor was coming to an end in 2019. BUT instead of a celebratory send off, he was indicted on corruption charges. Sources Tina's Story Associated Press Ex-Indiana mayor sentenced to year in prison for bribery Fox 59 Former Muncie mayor gets early prison release --by Associated Press The New York Times...

Hillary and Tina cover Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles. Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles was once a trusted political figure in his community. BUT his career took a shocking and tragic turn when he was implicated in the murder of journalist Jeff German. Sources Las Vegas Review-Journal County office in turmoil with secret video and claims of bullying, hostility --by...

Tina and Hillary cover the murder of Judge John Roemer. John Roemer served as Juneau County Judge until his retirement in 2017. But his retirement was short-lived when he was attacked in his home. Sources Tina's Story CNN A former judge was killed in his Wisconsin home in a targeted attack, officials say --by Whitney Wild The Guardian Suspected shooter who killed retired Wisconsin judge in ‘target...

Hillary and Tina cover the conspiracy theories about Adolf Hitler’s death. Hitler's death marked the end of WWII. But a flurry of conspiracy theories emerged, suggesting he might have survived. Hillary's Story Sources Atlas Obscura The Wildly Misunderstood Photos of Hitler in Disguise --by Andy Wright Business Insider These declassified FBI files raise questions about Hitler’s death in the Führerb...

We hope you enjoy this rerelease of one of our favorite episodes: Episode 109. Originally released on February 2, 2022, you will hear us discuss one of the longest serving members of Congress, Strom Thurmond and the first woman elected Mayor of Nashville, Megan Barry. Hillary’s Story Strom Thurmond served in the Senate for nearly half a century and fought against civil rights and integration. BUT...

Tina and Hillary cover the murder of Michael Galdieri by political consultant Sean Caddle. Michael Galdieri had been friends with a well-known political consultant, BUT their relationship took a sinister twist when a murder-for-hire plot was allegedly orchestrated against him. Sources Tina's Story Gothamist Hitmen say politically connected NJ murder was over stealing; one sentenced to 20 years --b...

Hillary and Tina cover the New England Vampire Panic. In 19th-century New England, a devastating illness was tearing families apart, but many believed it was vampires to blame. Hillary's Story Sources Heritage THE NEW ENGLAND VAMPIRE PANIC History When New Englanders Blamed Vampires for Tuberculosis Deaths --by Crystal Ponti How Stuff Works The New England Vampire Panic Was Very Real and Very Dead...

Tina and Hillary cover the US Dakota War of 1862. The Dakota people expected the US to honor and respect several peace treaties, BUT when those promises were broken, a devastating war erupted, leading to tragic consequences. Sources Tina's Story EJI: A History of Racial Injustice History.net HOW THE U.S. USED ‘LAWS OF WAR’ TO HANG DAKOTA INDIANS AFTER 1862 UPRISING --by John A. Haymond MPR News Hi...

Hillary and Tina cover the death of Lin Newborn and Daniel Shersty and the Punk Rock Movement. The Punk Rock Movement was born from the working-class spirit of rebellion. BUT it stood firmly opposed to other punks who embraced white supremacist ideologies Sources Hillary's Story BFI The punks that took on prejudice: White Riot and the 1970s Rock Against Racism movement --by Stephanie Phillips Equa...

Tina and Hillary cover the Iran Air Flight 655. Iran Air Flight 655 was a routine commercial flight with civilian passengers. BUT it encountered a fateful turn when it became a victim of devastating military action by the U.S. Sources Tina's Story Aviation Files Iran Air Flight 655 – 3 July 1988 Business Insider Inside the US Navy's mistaken shooting of Iran Air Flight 655 in 1988, which killed 29...

Hillary and Tina cover physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer. J. Robert Oppenheimer, hailed as a brilliant physicist, was once at the forefront of scientific progress, BUT his legacy took a monumental turn when he became the face of the top-secret Manhattan Project. Sources Hillary's Story The Atlantic The Open Mind --by J. Robert Oppenheimer Atomic Archive J. Robert Oppenheimer Britannica J. Robert Opp...

Tina and Hillary cover former Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill. Sheriff Victor Hill, was once seen as a pillar of justice, BUT his career took an unexpected turn when he violated the civil rights of inmates. Sources Tina's Story ACLU THIRD LAWSUIT FILED AGAINST CLAYTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, VICTOR HILL --by Heather Middleton Alive Atlanta attorney provides insight into former Clayton County S...

Hillary and Tina cover former New Jersey Governor James McGreevey. James McGreevey seemed destined for greatness as the governor of New Jersey. BUT behind closed doors, a scandal of lurked, centered around a shocking sex scandal that would put his political aspirations on hold. Sources Hillary's Story ABC News Man in McGreevey Scandal Speaks Out CNN Jim McGreevey Fast Facts --by CNN Editorial Rese...