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The Alarmist

Who is to blame for history"s greatest tragedies? The Plague. The sinking of The Titanic. The break-up of the Beatles. Writer/Comedian Rebecca Delgado-Smith, along with a special guest, scrutinizes history’s greatest disasters to figure out what went wrong, and most importantly, who’s to blame. This comedy podcast is the perfect remedy to our everyday anxiety! They say history repeats itself, not on The Alarmist"s watch!Thrillist called The Alarmist one of the best new podcasts of 2019 saying, "It"s

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1:04:54

HURRICANE KATRINA: WHO IS TO BLAME?

The Alarmist ·

2024/08/06

Who’s to blame for Hurricane Katrina?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) invites comedian Sierra Katow on the show to discuss the catastrophic events of Hurricane Katrina and the disastrous aftermath the storm left in its wake. They’re joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Is building at or below sea level the culprit? Could evacuation semantics be to blame for the exacerbated rescue and aid snafus? Or did outdated technology and shortsightedness in our city

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REWIND - The Aftermath: The Fall of the Aztec Empire

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2024/08/01

On the week's Aftermath Rewind Rebecca talks with Dr. Camilla Townsend, Distinguished Professor of History specializing in Early Native American and Latin American History At Rutgers University, about who she thinks is to blame for the fall of the Aztec Empire. What she says just might change Rebecca's verdict!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the

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PATREON PREVIEW: GUEST ALARMIST

The Alarmist ·

2024/07/31

Enjoy another full length preview of what's going on over on our Patreon Page!Who’s to blame for the Rebekka-less Recital?New month, new Guest Alarmist! This month, OG Alarmist Rebecca Delgado Smith welcomes friend of the show Rebekka Johnson to take the Alarmist hot seat and tell us a tale of dance recitals and dance moms gone wild in 90’s Staten Island. They’re joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Could this be an Alarmist first where it’s decided there was too much

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42:40

REWIND - THE FALL OF THE AZTEC EMPIRE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

The Alarmist ·

2024/07/30

On this week's REWIND, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the fall of the Aztec Empire! She is joined by writer/producer Alex Fumero, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund.On the board this week: Moctezuma’s Hubris, Spanish Machismo and Smallpox (duh).Join our Patreon!We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on

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REWIND - The Aftermath: JAWS

The Alarmist ·

2024/07/25

On this week's Aftermath Rewind, Rebecca speaks with Guest Expert George Burgess, Ichthyologist and curator emeritus of the International Shark Attack File at the Florida Museum of Natural History in Gainesville about the real life shark attack that inspired the movie, JAWS! What he has to say might change her verdict.Join our Patreon!We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram

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49:18

PATREON PREVIEW: LITTLE ALARMS

The Alarmist ·

2024/07/24

Enjoy a full length preview of what's going on over on our Patreon Page!New Little Alarms! Happy June Alarmeon. The Alarmeon Book Club poll results are in. Let’s just say we might have some more reading in our future! Plus, new Little Alarms from the Alarmist Crew and you! We’re talking the power of music, Elon’s 56 Billion dollar payout, the perils of the “perfect” shirt and more. Tune in and hear about some Little Alarm success stories and let us know your thoughts in our newest Poll up on

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REWIND - JAWS: WHO IS TO BLAME?

The Alarmist ·

2024/07/23

This week The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) and the crew revisit JAWS!Was TOXIC MASCULINITY to blame for the Great White killing spree that terrorized Amity Island in the movie JAWS?Who's to blame for one of the scariest (fictional) shark murder sprees of ALL TIME….JAWS! Rebecca is joined by Jaws Enthusiast Paul F Tompkins, Fact Checker Smith and Producer Lund.Join our Patreon!We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at

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The Aftermath: The Mount Erebus Disaster

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2024/07/18

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca welcomes back Captain Scott Miller, from our Malaysian Airlines Flight #370 episode, to lend his expertise on the Mount Erebus Disaster. His technical knowledge of the aviation industry is unparalleled and his emphasis on historical context lends fascinating insight to this complicated tragedy. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can hear the post-interview breakdown with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early to see if the verdict holds

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58:44

THE MOUNT EREBUS DISASTER: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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2024/07/16

Who’s to blame for the Mount Erebus Disaster?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes comedian Jen Kober to discuss a hauntingly tragic disaster in Antarctica when Air New Zealand flight 901 crashed directly into Mount Erebus on a sightseeing expedition due to incorrect coordinates. They’re joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Will putting too much faith in new technology take the fall for this one? Is cashing in on the allure of Antarctica too risky for

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The Aftermath: The NYC Blackout of 1977

The Alarmist ·

2024/07/11

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with Dr. James Goodman about the pivotal moment in NYC history before, during and directly after the massive blackout on that hot summer night in 1977. Author of Blackout, Dr. Goodman shares first hand accounts and lends some important historical context that helps clarify the various reactions to this unique New York event. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can hear the post-interview breakdown with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer

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1:02:41

THE NEW YORK CITY BLACKOUT OF 1977

The Alarmist ·

2024/07/09

Who’s to blame for the NYC Blackout of 1977?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes comedian Janet Varney, host of The JV Club podcast, to discuss the epic NYC Blackout of 1977. If you’re in the dark about this one, allow us to shine a much needed light on all the events that occurred during this prolonged power outage. Did a freak lightning strike put a strain on the NYC power grid or was the strain already brewing due to economic, institutional and government failures. Fact

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The Aftermath: The London Beer Flood of 1814

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2024/07/04

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with author and beer historian Martyn Cornell about the details of the London Beer Flood of 1814. And it’s a good thing we did! Not only does he help us better understand the beer production and drinking culture at the time, but he also clears up a few nasty rumors that have persisted since the incident. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can hear the post-interview breakdown with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Not part of

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THE LONDON BEER FLOOD OF 1814: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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2024/07/02

Who’s to blame for the London Beer Flood of 1814?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) speaks with author, writer and comedian Evan Waite about the bizarre tragedy of a brewery turned lethal beer flood in the crowded streets of St. Giles, London circa 1814. Was this really an “Act of God” as the city eventually claimed or was there a little bit of Big Vat Energy going on at the time? And why was the city named after Saint Giles in the first place? Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer

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The Aftermath: The Death of Freddie Mercury

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2024/06/27

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with Dr. Marika Cifor about the evolution of the AIDS epidemic in the United States. Author of Viral Cultures: Activist Archiving in the Age of AIDS, Dr. Cifor describes the social, political and structural climate in America during the time Freddie Mercury was living and dying with AIDS. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can see if the verdict holds up in the post-interview breakdown with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early

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THE DEATH OF FREDDIE MERCURY: WHO IS TO BLAME?

The Alarmist ·

2024/06/25

Who’s to blame for the Death of Freddie Mercury?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes comedian Adam Macias, host of the podcast That Was Wild!, to discuss the legacy of iconic rockstar Freddie Mercury and his premature death at age 45 due to complications with AIDS. While we know how he died, it’s hard not to think this could have been avoidable for Freddie and countless others. Will good old fashioned homophobia take the blame? Or was this a melting pot of American values meets

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40:07

The Aftermath: Texas's Delayed Emancipation - Juneteenth

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2024/06/19

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with Dr. Karlos Hill about the legacy of Juneteenth in America. A distinguished author and Regents Professor at the University of Oklahoma, Professor Hill honors the bravery and perseverance of our ancestors who fought so hard for the freedom of enslaved people and manifests some of the wonderful ways we can continue celebrating this holiday while recognizing the work that’s still ahead. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can join Fact Checker

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TEXAS'S DELAYED EMANCIPATION, JUNETEENTH: WHO'S TO...

The Alarmist ·

2024/06/18

Who’s to blame for Texas’s Delayed Emancipation: Juneteenth?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes comedian Brandon Collins, host of the podcast Drunk Black History, to discuss the egregiously delayed freedom of formerly enslaved people in Texas after the Emancipation Proclamation, aka Juneteenth. They’re joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. America’s newest federal holiday, what is Juneteenth and why has it received such little attention until relatively

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29:39

The Aftermath: The Birdcage

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2024/06/13

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca revisits the family mayhem in the film The Birdcage with psychologist Dr. Terri Apter. Author of several books on family dynamics, identity and relationships, Dr. Apter discusses changing status, boundaries, the health risks of biting your tongue and how idealism is the enemy of reality. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can hear the post-interview breakdown with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Not part of our Patreon family?

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53:40

THE BIRDCAGE THE MOVIE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

The Alarmist ·

2024/06/11

Who’s to blame for the chaos that ensues in the movie The Birdcage?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes comedian Roz Hernandez, host of the podcast Ghosted!, to discuss the iconic film The Birdcage and the mischief that occurs when 2 wildly different in-laws meet for the first time. They’re joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Will keeping up appearances talk the fall for this one? Perhaps Senator Keeley’s political optics had something to do with it. Or

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The Aftermath: The Murder of Brandon Teena

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2024/06/06

New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with author and researcher Karina Eileraas Karakuș about the life and tragic murder of Brandon Teena. As a DEIA & gender equity consultant, Karina speaks to society's collective consciousness in relation to the Trans community at the time and reminds us that violence doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Language matters! Afterward, Patreon subscribers can hear the post-interview breakdown with Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith

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