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PODCAST

The House Red

Justin Holt & Kimberly Ramey

History is stranger than fiction---and we"re here to prove it. Welcome to The House Red, the podcast where we uncork the wildest, weirdest, and most unbelievable true stories from history. From bizarre plagues to daring heists, twisted scandals to forgotten legends, we dive into the past"s juiciest tales with a twist of dark humor and a splash of intrigue. So pour yourself a glass and get ready---because history has never been this intoxicating.

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All Episodes

31:16

Project Acoustic Kitty: Whiskers, Wires, and Espionage

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2025/08/22

During the Cold War, the CIA poured millions into one of the strangest espionage schemes in history: turning a housesat into a living spy device. Dubbed Project Acoustic Kitty, it was part science experiment and part absurdity. In this episode, we dive into how the CIA tried to wiretap the Kremlin with a cat, why it failed spectacularly, and what this bizarre footnote reveals about the paranoia era.

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58:05

Elisa Lam: Drifting in the Cecil

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2025/08/15

In 2013, hotel guests in downtown Los Angeles complained of strange-tasting water. Days later, the body of 21-year-old traveler Elisa Lam was discovered in the rooftop tank of the notorious Cecil Hotel. In this episode of The House Red, we dive into Elisa's mysterious final days, the unsettling elevator footage, and the swirling theories that still haunt the halls of the Cecil.

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48:23

Ghost Years: The Phantom Time Hypothesis

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2025/08/08

What is everything you know about the year is off--by centuries? in this episode of The House Red, we dive into the bizarre and controversial Phantom Time Hypothesis, a theory that claims nearly 300 years of history never happened. Was it a clerical error, a power grab by higher ups, or just a strange case of academic overthinking? Buckle in as we untangle one of the weirdest conspiracies history never saw coming.

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33:16

Chilling Cargo: The S.S. Ourang Medan

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2025/08/01

In 1947, a mysterious distress call echoed across the Strait of Malacca: "All officers, including captain, are dead...lying in chartroom and bridge. Possibly whole crew dead." Minutes later: "I die." When rescuers boarded SS Ourang Medan, they found a scene of horror- frozen corpses with twisted faces, no sign of struggle, and no clear cause of death. In this episode of The House Red, we explore one of the sea's most chilling unsolved mysteries.

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30:58

Tarrare: Digesting The Legend

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2025/07/25

Meet Tarrare, an 18th-century Frenchman whose hunger knew no limits—literally. He ate corks, live animals, and even, allegedly, human flesh. In this episode of The House Red, we dig into the bizarre, unsettling, and tragic tale of history’s most ravenous man. Was he cursed, sick, or something science still can’t explain? So grab a snack… or maybe don’t.

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29:55

Built to Bewilder: The Winchester Mystery House

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2025/07/18

"Built to Bewilder" takes you inside the twisting halls and dead-end staircases of the Winchester Mystery House. Was it a grieving widow's obsession, a master plan to confuse vengeful spirits, or something stranger still? Join us as we explore the legend, lore, and labyrinth of America's most bizarre mansion.

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35:19

The Cadaver Synod: The Dead Man on the Stand

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2025/07/11

In one of the most macabre moments in papal history, a long-dead pope was dug up, dressed in full vestments, and put on trial by his successor. In this episode we investigate and dive into the twisted tale of the Cadaver Synod--a surreal spectacle of power, revenge, and corpse-based courtroom drama that rocked the medieval church. Was it madness, politics, or both.

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35:38

Jane Toppan: Angel of Death

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2025/07/04

Jane Toppan was the picture of a devoted nurse-until her patients started dying in droves. But this wasn't incompetence. It was murder. Lots of it. In this episode of The House Red, we dive into the twisted mind of "Jolly Jane". Poison, power, and perverse experiments in life and death-this is one nurse you wouldn't want to call.

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34:23

Delivering Dollars: The Great Stork Derby

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2025/06/27

In the heart of the Great Depression, a bizarre competition unfolded. A race not of speed or strength, but of childbirth. Fueled by the eccentric will of a wealthy bachelor, the Great Stork Derby turned Toronto into a baby making battleground. In this episode, we unpack the strange legal battle, the social fallout, and the unexpected legacy of one of history's weirdest wagers.

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38:23

The Great Emu War: Feathers and Firepower

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2025/06/20

In 1932, Australia declared war...on emus. Yes, the large, flightless birds. What followed was one the most bizarre military campaigns in history. In this episode of The House Red, we unpack the feathery fiasco known as the Great Emu War. Was it military incompetence? Bird brilliance? Or just an epic case of underestimating your opponent?

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35:11

Up in Smoke: The Mystery of Mary Reeser

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2025/06/13

In July 1951, a quiet neighborhood in St. Petersburg, Florida, was rocked by an unexplainable horror. Mary Reeser, a 67 year-old widow, was found reduced to ash in her favorite armchair-her body almost completely incinerated, yet the room around her was barely touched. The only thing more unsettling than the scene itself was the theory floated by investigators: Spontaneous Human Combustion.

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46:44

The Night Witches: Ghosts of the Eastern Front

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2025/06/06

Under the cover of darkness, with engines cut and hearts steady, a group of young Soviet women rained fear from the skies. In this episode of The House Red, we dive into the astonishing true story of the 588th Night Bomber Regiment-and all-female unit that flew plywood and canvas biplanes into battle against Nazi Germany.

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49:13

Dyatlov Pass: Frozen in Fear

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2025/05/30

In 1959, nine experienced hikers set off into the Ural Mountains- and never returned. When their bodies were found, scattered and mutilated under bizarre and unexplained circumstances, the mystery of Dyatlov Pass was born. Was it a freak natural disaster, a military cover-up. or something even stranger? In this episode, we trek through the chilling details of one of history's most perplexing unsolved cases.

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36:43

Operation Paul Bunyan: Chainsaw Diplomacy

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2025/05/23

In the shadow of the Korean DMZ, a tree nearly sparked World War lll. In this episode of The House Red, we cut into the details of Operation Paul Bunyan- America's most over-the-top response to murder with chainsaws, commandos, and Cold War theatrics. It's a tale of intimidation, absurdity, and a tree that stood at the crossroads of history.

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47:20

Nellie Bly: Madness Manufactured

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2025/05/16

In 1887, journalist Nellie Bly faked insanity to get committed to Blackwell's Island Insane Asylum- and uncovered horrors that shocked the nation. In this episode of The House Red, we dive into her fearless investigation, the brutal conditions she exposed, and how one woman's courage redefined investigative journalism.

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49:51

Gone Without a Trace: The Lost Colony of Roanoke

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2025/05/09

In 1587, over 100 English settlers vanished from Roanoke Island, leaving behind nothing but a single word carved into wood. What happened to the lost colony? Join us as we unravel one of America's oldest and eeriest unsolved mysteries, exploring the theories, the history, and the haunting silence that still lingers centuries later.

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35:16

The Great Molasses Flood: A Sticky Situation

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2025/05/02

In January 1919, a massive storage tank burst in Boston's North End, unleashing a 25-foot-high wave of molasses that tore through the streets at 35 miles per hour. It sounds like a joke-until you hear the details. In this episode The House Red dives into one of history's strangest and stickiest disasters. We explore how corporate negligence and overlooked warning signs turned a river of syrup deadly. Buckle up-it's going to get messy.

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49:58

Belle Gunness: Homicidal Homewrecker

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2025/04/25

In this episode of The House Red we dig into the twisted tale of Belle Guinness-one of Americas most prolific and mysterious serial killers. From her quiet Indiana farm, Belle lured wealthy suitors through lonely heart ads...and they vanished without a trace. What was she hiding? How did she manage to fool an entire town? And where did she go? Lock your doors and light a lantern. It's time to meet The Butcher of La Porte.

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53:40

Antwerp Diamond Heist: The Not-So Flawless Getaway

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2025/04/18

In February 2003, a group of master thieves pulled off one of the most audacious heists in history and making off with over $100 million in jewels, cash, and gold. Dubbed the "heist of the century", this operation was meticulously planned, yet the biggest mystery remains: where did all the diamonds go? Join us as we unravel the intricate schemes, the bizarre clues left behind, and the unexpected twist that brought the alleged masterminds down. Was this truly the...

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36:07

Bloody Mary: Reflections of Fear

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2025/04/11

We've all heard the legend. Stand in front of a mirror, say her name three times, and wait for her to appear. But where did this eerie childhood game come from? In this episode, we peer into the dark origins of the Bloody Mary myth, and uncover the real historical figures who may have inspired the tale. Is it just a spooky sleepover ritual, or is there something more lurking in the reflection? Turn off the lights, face the mirror...and press play...if you ...

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