The Strange History Podcast

Explore the chilling history of Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in New York, the final resting place of Washington Irving, Andrew Carnegie, and more. Hear eyewitness accounts of ghostly apparitions, the Bronze Lady, and even the legendary Headless Horseman. From Dutch folklore to spine-tingling tales, discover why Sleepy Hollow Cemetery is one of the most haunted and fascinating locations in America. Perfe...

From deadly gaming marathons to weddings with Nintendo characters, these bizarre but true gamer stories prove reality can be stranger than any video game plot. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy takes you deep into the weird world of gaming legends — including South Korea’s infamous 50-hour StarCraft session, parents who raised a virtual baby while neglecting their real one,...

In this spine-chilling episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy takes you deep into the eerie and unforgettable history of Salem, Massachusetts' Old Burying Point Cemetery—also known as the Charter Street Cemetery, one of the oldest burial grounds in the United States. Established in 1637, this small but densely packed cemetery is more than just weathered gravestones and winged skull carvi...

From raining frogs to skies filled with blood-red dust, the world’s strangest weather events have baffled scientists and terrified witnesses for centuries. Join host Amy on The Strange History Podcast as we dive into 12 of the most bizarre storms and atmospheric mysteries ever recorded—complete with eyewitness accounts, historical context, and spine-tingling tales you won’t believe are true. Perfe...

In this chilling episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy explores the terrifying true tales of Union Cemetery in Easton, Connecticut—one of the most haunted graveyards in America. Discover the history behind this 18th-century burial ground, the legendary White Lady ghost, and first-hand eyewitness accounts from firefighters, police officers, and locals who’ve encountered the paranormal fa...

Buckle up for a groovy time warp as The Strange History Podcast takes you back to the 1970s—a decade where kids drank from hoses, parents smoked in delivery rooms, and seatbelts were just decoration. Host Amy unpacks 25 jaw-dropping things that were completely normal in the '70s but would be downright shocking today. From mercury in classrooms to hitchhiking across state lines, this episode is a h...

Step inside the eerie gates of St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 — New Orleans’ most haunted burial ground. Discover the ghostly legends of Marie Laveau, chilling eyewitness encounters, voodoo rituals, and the terrifying true stories buried beneath centuries of crumbling tombs. This episode of The Strange History Podcast explores the haunted history, paranormal activity, and mysterious deaths in the oldest...

In this spellbinding episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy uncovers the wild, weird, and surprisingly modern history of Wicca—a spiritual path often mistaken for ancient witchcraft but actually born in mid-20th century England. Discover the eccentric life of Gerald Gardner, the rituals and beliefs of modern witches, the sacred balance between the Horned God and Triple Goddess, and the p...

Step inside the chilling true story of The Wheatsheaf Inn, often called the most haunted pub in the UK. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy uncovers the terrifying legend of Jessica Ann Hargreaves, the six-year-old girl allegedly murdered in the pub's cellar—and the evil spirit that still haunts the premises. With real EVP recordings, documented paranormal activity, and even a...

Step back into the rotary phone days with The Strange History Podcast as host Amy unpacks 25 things that were totally normal in the 1960s—but would raise serious eyebrows (and maybe legal action) today. From teachers with paddles and nuclear bomb drills in school, to doctors lighting cigarettes during house calls, this episode dives into the everyday absurdities of a decade where no one locked the...

In this Strange History Podcast: After Dark bonus episode, Amy uncovers the bizarre and disturbing truth behind King Ferdinand VII of Spain’s infamously large and misshapen genitalia. From wedding night horror to dynastic disaster, discover how one monarch’s unusual anatomy may have helped trigger a civil war. Yes—sometimes history really is hard to believe. Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...

Step beyond the velvet rope and into the shadows of Hollywood Forever Cemetery — one of Los Angeles' most infamous and haunted landmarks. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy unearths the cemetery’s star-studded past, from the golden age of silent film to punk rock legends and present-day ghost sightings. Discover the true stories behind Rudolph Valentino’s mysterious Lady in B...

Welcome to Lily Dale, New York — the small Victorian town where ghosts talk back, mediums are certified, and the spirit world has a summer home. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy takes you deep into the origins of the Spiritualist movement, the founding of Lily Dale in 1879, and the true stories behind places like Inspiration Stump, the Leolyn Hotel, and the mystical Fairy T...

Dive deep into the haunted heart of Illinois with Amy as she explores the spine-tingling true history of Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery. From ghostly ladies in white and vanishing houses to mobster murder ponds and paranormal photo bombs, this eerie episode of The Strange History Podcast uncovers every chilling corner of America’s most haunted graveyard. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www....

Is Chicago’s most famous ghost still hitching rides along Archer Avenue? In this chilling episode of The Strange History Podcast, we dive into the enduring legend of Resurrection Mary, the mysterious blonde hitchhiker who disappears into thin air near Resurrection Cemetery. Who was she in life—and why does she keep returning? We explore eyewitness accounts, historic clues, and the eerie folklore t...

In this explosively strange episode of The Strange History Podcast, Amy takes you deep into the New Mexico desert, where nuclear secrets were born—and stolen. Learn how the hush-hush Manhattan Project gave rise to one of the most unexpected spy rings in U.S. history, and meet the quirky cast of real-life characters: Klaus Fuchs, the physicist-turned-Soviet-agent; Harry Gold, the guilt-ridden couri...

Welcome to The Strange History Podcast! In this episode, we journey into the spooky, surreal, and psychically charged town of Cassadaga, Florida—America’s Psychic Capital of the World. Founded by a medium guided by a ghost, this bizarre little hamlet is packed with haunted hotels, spirit guides, mysterious ley lines, and the infamous Devil’s Chair. From real-life ghost stories and psychic cats to...

From penguin poop trajectories to bras that double as gas masks, the Ig Nobel Prizes celebrate the strangest achievements in science — the kind that make you laugh first and think later. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, Amy dives into the weird and wonderful world of bizarre academic research, including duck necrophilia, fart-scent detection, robot poop cleaners, and why you shouldn...

In this bizarrely tropical episode of The Strange History Podcast, Amy dives into the sun-drenched insanity that is Key West — an island where the mayor once seceded from the U.S. with a loaf of Cuban bread, Ernest Hemingway’s ghost lives with six-toed cats, and a man kept his dead lover as a roommate... for seven years. Oh, and the chickens have lawyers. You’ll laugh, gasp, and probably check you...

In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, Amy dives into twelve jaw-dropping historical coincidences that are so weird, they sound made up. From twins living eerily parallel lives, to founding fathers syncing their final exit, to a war that couldn’t seem to leave one poor guy’s house alone — these real-life stories will make you laugh, gasp, and maybe side-eye the universe just a little. Per...

In 18th-century Manchester, Hannah Beswick lived a life of wealth and quiet dignity—but was consumed by one terrifying fear: being buried alive. After witnessing her brother narrowly escape premature burial, Hannah made an unusual demand in her will… one that led to her becoming one of the most bizarre and haunting figures in British history. In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we expl...

Step into the fog-shrouded streets of 19th-century London and uncover the chilling true stories of the Skinners—criminals who stripped their victims of clothes and dignity. From the notorious London Fog Thieves to the Hansom Cab Strippers and the feared Shoreditch Skinner, this episode explores one of history’s strangest crime waves. Learn how these bizarre thieves operated, the brutal punishments...

Step into the dark and bizarre world of Victorian England in this episode of The Strange History Podcast. Host Amy explores unsettling stories of baby farming, where unwed mothers handed their babies over to sinister caretakers with tragic consequences. Discover the shocking case of Maria de Roux and Frederick George Manning, whose murder case scandalized London, and the curious history of husband...

In this spine-tingling episode, we uncover the bizarre yet true story of the Great New England Vampire Panic. From the infamous case of Mercy Brown in Rhode Island to the eerie vampire graves of Griswold and Jewett City, we explore how a deadly tuberculosis outbreak fueled supernatural hysteria across 19th-century New England. Learn how families dug up their deceased loved ones, burned organs, and...

Dive into the fascinating world of Norse mythology and Viking history in Echoes of the North. Explore the real historical roots of Odin, Loki, and Hel, uncover the truth behind Ragnarok, and learn how the Vikings viewed the afterlife. Discover the legends, rituals, and beliefs that shaped Scandinavian culture and still echo in modern storytelling. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sp...