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The Morbid Curiosity Podcast

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast

A history podcast for the morbidly curious. From serial killers to ghosts, ancient remains to obscure medical conditions, let us satisfy your curiosity. (Some episodes may not be appropriate for children. Listener discretion is advised.)

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32:06

The Golem

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2019/05/20

In this episode, we discuss the legend of the Golem, which has its origins in Jewish Mythology, but has become ingrained in all forms of entertainment media all over the world. Become a Patron

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39:02

Hysteria, Part 2

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2019/05/06

In this episode, we discuss hysteria as a common psychiatric diagnosis of females from the 16th to the 20th century, including the ideas of Charcot, Freud and the contested diagnosis of male hysteria. NOTE: This episode contains discussions of female anatomy, masturbation, sex, sexual abuse, and misogyny.

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37:38

Hysteria, Part 1

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2019/04/22

In this episode, we discuss the supposed Ancient Greek origins of Hysteria, a common psychiatric diagnosis of females from the 18th to the early 20th century. We also cover how the symptoms of hysteria were interpreted in the Medieval era. NOTE: This episode contains discussions of female anatomy, masturbation, sex, misogyny and religious persecution. Become a Patron Buy an MCP Pin

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31:59

Ghost Ships of the Arctic

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2019/04/08

In this episode, arctic ghost ships of the Northwest Passage are discussed, both historic and legendary. The plight of the crews, whether rescued, frozen or mysteriously disappeared is also discussed. The ships covered in this episode include the Octavius, The USS Baychimo, The HMS Investigator, The HMS Resolute, the HMS Terror and the HM Erebus. Become a Patron Buy an MCP Pin

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43:58

The History of Lunatic Asylums in Victoria

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2019/03/18

Asylums of the past hold our fascination due to their dark histories. In this episode, the asylums of the late 1800s and early 1900s in Victoria, Australia are discussed in detail. TW: Institutionalization, Suicide, Abuse

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29:48

Teratomas

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2019/02/18

Teratomas are a unique type of tumor that are best known for containing human teeth and hair. Let's discuss the history of these tumors, and how those teeth and hair end up inside them. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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36:09

The Contagious Disease Acts

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2019/02/04

In 1864, the British Parliament passed the Contagious Disease Acts, which attempted to regulate prostitution in hopes of protecting their troops from sexually transmitted infections, then known as venereal diseases. However, the public, the medical community, and the military all had different opinions on whether or not these acts were effective, and more importantly, whether or not they were ethical.

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39:02

Typhoid Mary

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2019/01/21

Typhoid Mary is a term used to describe someone who spreads disease. Many people know the name refers to a real woman, but not many know the details of her story. In this episode, we discuss Mary Mallon, who was discovered to be spreading typhoid through her cooking in New York City in 1906, despite the fact that she was never sick herself. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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58:11

The Dyatlov Pass Incident pt. 2

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/12/24

In celebration of our 50th episode, we bring you our longest, most detailed episode yet on one of the most mysterious incidents in history. In January of 1959, 9 hikers mysteriously perished on the frigid slopes of Ural Mountains in Russia. To this day, no one knows what killed them. In part 2, we discuss the the theories put forth over the years as to what happened to the hikers. Warning: This episode contains detailed discussions of autopsies.

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The Dyatlov Pass Incident pt. 1

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/12/10

In celebration of our 50th episode, we bring you our longest, most detailed episode yet on one of the most mysterious incidents in history. In January of 1959, 9 hikers mysteriously perished on the frigid slopes of Ural Mountains in Russia. To this day, no one knows what killed them. In part 1, we discuss the hikers, their journey, their disappearance, the search and discovery of their bodies, and the strange circumstances of their deaths. Warning: This episode contains detailed discussions of

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30:47

Vampire Burials

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/11/19

Archaeologists have found many unusual graves throughout Eastern Europe, graves in which stakes have been driven through the deceased's body. These burials, and the historical documents from the time, suggest that these individuals were suspected of being vampires by those that buried them. They are known as Vampire Burials, and in this episode, we explore exactly what was at stake. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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38:06

The Philadelphia Experiment

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/11/05

Rumors of an experiment that resulted in the invisibility and teleportation of a ship began in 1955 thanks to a set of letters sent by a man named Carlos M. Allende. These letters sparked a conspiracy theory that still exists today. Is there any truth to it? In this episode we dig deep into the mystery of Philadelphia Experiment. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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42:53

The Beast of Gevaudan

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/10/22

In 1764, a strange creature began killing people in an isolated region of France known as the Gevaudan. No one could say what it was, so the creature was known only as La Bête, the Beast of Gevaudan, and it seemed unstoppable. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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32:10

Objects Made From Human Skin

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/10/08

In the 1800s, there was a surge in the creation of leather objects made from human skin. None of the people making the objects were considered criminals or even particularly disturbed. In this episode we discuss some of these objects, how they were made, and why. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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32:42

The Radium Girls

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/09/24

In the early 1900s, Radium became all the rage due to the luminous green light it gave off. It was used to paint watch dials and instrument panels, making them glow in the darkness. Little did most people know, Radium was highly radioactive. Some precautions were taken but an entire workforce of dial painters was seemingly forgotten and they suffered dearly for their employer's negligence. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or

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30:53

Poveglia

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/09/10

Poveglia is known as the most haunted island in the world, thanks to its supposed history as a plague hospital and later a psychiatric asylum. But is there any truth to this reputation? In short, yes, but not in the way you might expect. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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36:31

Spontaneous Human Combustion

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/08/27

The myth of Spontaneous Human Combustion, which holds that it is possible for people to spontaneously burst into flames, has been prevalent since the 1600s, but what can modern science reveal about these mysterious deaths by fire? In this episode, we discuss some of the well-known cases, as well as the theories proposed throughout history about how these deaths may have occurred. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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32:05

Corpse Theft with Dr. Dittmar

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/08/13

In this episode, the MCP presents an interview with expert Dr. Jenna Dittmar about Corpse Theft in 18th-19th century England. Hallie and Dr. Dittmar discuss the connection between the rise of human anatomical studies and the gruesome rise of corpse theft that came with it. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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35:12

The Villisca Axe Murders

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/07/02

To this day, the brutal 1912 axe murder of an entire family in Villisca, Iowa remains unsolved. In this episode we explore the evidence, discuss possible suspects, and wonder if this murder could be tied to any others. We are sponsored by: ThinkGeek and Audible.com Want to donate? Go to the MCP Website or our Patreon page

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31:23

Creepy Dolls

The Morbid Curiosity Podcast ·

2018/06/18

What is it about dolls that creeps us out? Is it their staring eyes? Their vague smiles? Or is it the fact that they have a history of being used as vessels for supernatural beings? In this episode we discuss the history of dolls, some famously haunted ones, and why they creep us out. Now sponsored by: ThinkGeek bit.ly/morbidgeek Audible www.audibletrial.com/mcp Want to donate? Go to www.morbidcuriositypodcast.com

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