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Ill-Equipped History

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Two non-historians with a passion for history tell stories of the past in a way that will make you laugh.

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95:45

135: The Sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/11/27

Emileigh and Morgan look into how one of the most famous shipwrecks on Lake Superior went down. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email us! illequippedhistory@gmail.com Check us out on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@illequipped.histo Find us on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@Ill-EquippedHistory Donate to our

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134: Marie Antoinette

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/11/20

Marie Antoinette married into the French royal family when she was 15 years old. Unfortunately, from the beginning she faced prejudice from the royal court and distrust from the common people. Marie would eventually become the scapegoat for the worsening economy in France, even after she and her family met their tragic end during the French Revolution. Join Morgan and Emileigh as they discuss the truth behind her life, both the good and the bad, and how this queen of France would live on in

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133: Julia Child: From GI to Celebrity Chef

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2025/11/13

Few people are as memorable as the amazing Julia Child. She started her life with no real plan and in her 50s became the first Television Chef. Emileigh and Morgan explore how her life and shows continue to inspire our country to make good food and have fun doing it. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email us! illequippedhistory@gmail.com Check us out on

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52:53

132: The Cuban Missile Crisis

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/11/06

For 13 terrifying days in 1962, the world was on the precipice of nuclear war. The United States, Cuba, and the Soviet Union were in a standoff regarding missiles stationed on the island, only 90 miles from US soil. Listen to find out how President Kennedy and Premier Khrushchev negotiated for the continuance of humanity. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email

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71:38

131: The Greenbrier Ghost: How Zona Heaster Shue...

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/10/30

When Zona Heaster eloped with Erasmus Shue, she had hoped it would be the start of along wonderful life. Those dreams were dashed when, in the following January, she was found unresponsive in her home. Emileigh and Morgan find out how her own ghostly testimony was used in a court of law to convict the person behind her death. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email

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130: Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/10/23

Today's episode is about Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, one of the most prolific authors of all time. She is considered the mother of science fiction and wrote Frankenstein, which would go on to inspire the movie monster imbedded into pop culture today. From the beginning, her life was steeped in tragedy, betrayal, and loss, which would influence her writings and give us what we have today. TRIGGER WARNINGS: SUICIDE, INFANT/CHILD MORTALITY/DEATH, MISCARRIAGE, ADULTERY If you or someone you love

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61:38

129: The Winchester House

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/10/16

Sarah Winchester was the heir to the massive Winchester fortune after her husband died. Not only was she a kind philanthropist and environmentalist, but she built one of the most famous structures in North America: The Winchester House of Mystery. Join Emileigh and Morgan as they wind through stairs that go to nowhere as they unwind the legends surrounding the Winchester mansion. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook

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78:04

128: Victorian Spiritualism and Seances

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/10/09

We're continuing spooky month talking about seances! The phenomenon spread like wildfire as people were entertained by productions and found peace in connecting with lost loved ones. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email us! illequippedhistory@gmail.com Check us out on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@illequipped.histo Find us on

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Bonus 25: Old South Pittsburg Hospital Paranormal...

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/10/08

The girls have done it again! Another paranormal investigation has come to a close and what a great one it was! This episode is free for everyone but sign up for our Patreon in the month of October and receive an exclusive Investigation sticker and more content for only $5 a month! Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email us! illequippedhistory@gmail.com Check us out on

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127: The Dancing Plague of 1518: The Curse of St. Vitus

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/10/02

Emileigh and Morgan kick off the October spooky episode with one of our favorite curse stories! In the Holy Roman Empire all the way in 1518, a town was swept up in a frenzy that occurred more than you think. Happy Spooky Season everyone! Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email us! illequippedhistory@gmail.com Check us out on

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126: The History of Drag and Ballroom Culture

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/09/25

Ballroom culture is a community of drag made for queer people of color to express themselves in an accepting, safe environment. But the history of drag and ballroom culture goes back farther than you'd think in history! Join Morgan and Emileigh as they explore the amazing queens and kings that made this culture what it is today. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email

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125: Frank Lloyd Wright: The Life Behind the Designs

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/09/18

Fresh from a trip to Chicago, Emileigh was inspired to cover the life and career of America's greatest architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. The girls are then thrown into a story of a life full of scandal, inspiration, and creativity. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email us! illequippedhistory@gmail.com Check us out on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@illequipped.histo Find us

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124: Vercingetorix, the Man Who Stood Up to Caesar

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/09/11

Vercingetorix was a Gallic king who united discordant tribes to fight against Roman conquest. The only problem was that his adversary was Julius Caesar. Today's episode discusses the political climate leading up to the Gallic Wars, Caesar's conquest, and one man's attempt to win back freedom for his people. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email

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123: The Cod Wars: Fish and Communiam

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/09/04

Emileigh and Morgan dive into some of the pettiest 20 year span of history. You could say that something fishy was going on. The Cod Wars were a series of conflicts between Iceland and Great Britain. This story of how the underdogs used the threat of Communism to win isn't one to be overlooked. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email us! illequippedhistory@gmail.com Check us

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122: Ignaz Semmelweis: The Savior of Mothers

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/08/28

Ignaz Semmelweis was a Hungarian doctor who made the revolutionary discovery that handwashing saves lives. However, his research results were rejected by the medical community. Learn how he persisted in his fight to mandate sterilizing handwashing techniques to reduce maternal deaths in childbirth. *CONTENT WARNING* This episodes contains discussion of death in childbirth, as well as infant mortality. Please take care of yourself while listening. Follow us on

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01:08:10

121: Theft of the Scream and the life of Edvard Munch

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/08/21

Edvard Munch lead a tragic childhood and a talent that forever changed the world of art. His art became so legendary that it has been the target of art thieves multiple times over the years. Today, Emileigh and Morgan dive into his life and stolen art. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email us! illequippedhistory@gmail.com Check us out on

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120: The Dust Bowl

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/08/14

The 1930s were a collective hellhole for Americans; not only were they suffering from the Great Depression, but decades of agricultural malpractice and a serious drought led to one of the worst environmental disasters in US history. Thankfully, there is light at the end of the dust cloud. Join Emileigh and Morgan as they discuss humanity's stewardship of the Earth, and its harsh consequences. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook

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01:28:12

119: Marilyn Monroe: "Give a girl the right shoes,...

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/08/07

Marilyn Monroe is one of the most iconic women in the world. Her fame was propelled by her beauty and talent but there was much more beneath the surface. Under the glamour was a woman who just wanted to be loved unconditionally and was constantly let down by those around her. Her death was made a spectacle and rumors of conspiracy flew. Emileigh and Morgan dive into her life, love, and death and come to their own conclusions of what happened to Hollywood's Blonde Bombshell. Disclaimer: This

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02:41:50

Listener Bonus Episode: Princess Diana

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/07/31

As a thank you to our wonderful listeners (and a result of our poor time management) we are releasing one of our Patreon exclusive bonus episodes in lieu of a weekly episode! In this episode, Emileigh and Morgan explore the beautiful, tragically short life of Princess Diana and the circumstances surrounding her death. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/illequippedhistory Email

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59:47

118: Leicester Hemingway and the Republic of New...

Ill-Equipped History ·

2025/07/24

Leicester Hemingway was the youngest son of the Hemingway family who looked up to his oldest brother, Ernest. Despite never escaping his brother's literary shadow, Leicester made a name for himself when he created the island micronation of New Atlantis off the coast of Jamaica. Join Emileigh and Morgan as they discuss his antics and adventures during his life. Follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/illequippedhistory/ Join our Facebook

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