x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Rotten to the Core

Welcome, my darlings, to the enchantingly sinister history podcast that weaves dark tales of humanity's most infamous characters and events. This award-winning podcast shall bewitch you with wickedly captivating stories of true crime and the shadowy corners of history, exploring the twisted desires that drive these rotten souls to the brink of infamy. Hosted by the delightfully devious queer queen, Joshua Waters.

true crime

All Episodes

18:05

57: Roald Dahl: Roald the Rotten

Rotten to the Core ·

2024/02/04

We all know the work of Roald DahlHe gave the world characters like Willy Wonka and, my personal favorite, Matilda. But from the same mind came child killing witches and, more notoriously, Trunchbull. His writings are often accompanied with sadness suffering, and often paint women in an unflattering light, aside from Miss Honey.Let's take a peek beyond the pages of another famous children's author, and find out why his own wife dubbed him Rolled the Rotten, a more than well deserved

en

27:02

56: Henry Ford: The Dark Side of an Automotive Icon

Rotten to the Core ·

2024/01/29

Experience the fascinating and controversial life of Henry Ford in this eye-opening lesson. Discover how Ford revolutionized the automotive industry with his innovative assembly line, allowing for the mass production of the iconic Model T. Learn about his groundbreaking decision to pay workers a minimum wage and reduce their work hours, which transformed the lives of many and changed the structure of society. But behind the scenes, Ford's dark side is revealed, as he harbored racist and

en

24:41

55: The Rise and Fall of Harvey Weinstein: A Rotten...

Rotten to the Core ·

2024/01/22

In this episode, we delve into the dark and disturbing story of Harvey Weinstein, a once powerful and influential film producer whose reign of terror came crashing down. We explore the real-life horrors that women faced at the hands of this monster and how they ultimately found the strength to stand up and fight back. From his rise to power in the entertainment industry to his downfall and subsequent legal battles, we uncover the shocking truth behind Weinstein's actions.Support the show on

en

20:42

54: Billy the Kid

Rotten to the Core ·

2024/01/14

Some of our lessons were about people who were born rotten; others were made rotten due to some trauma they endured.Today’s lesson is about a young man whom I believe was rotten because it was the only way he knew how to live.Nevertheless, I feel that there is a lesson we can learn from the life of Billy the Kid.Let’s find out what it is!Support the show on Patreon. Visit us online.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

en

25:21

53: Jimmy SaVILE

Rotten to the Core ·

2024/01/07

Discover the shocking truth about a familiar face from UK television in this gripping episode of Rotten to the Core. Join host Joshua Waters as he delves into the life of Jimmy Savile, a beloved TV personality and DJ who hid a dark secret. Learn how Seville's charitable contributions masked his predatory nature and the devastating impact he had on countless children. From his rise to fame to the shocking revelations after his death, this episode uncovers the truth about a man who used his power

en

16:12

52: Leopold II

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/12/31

Racial injustice is an ever-looming shadow that clings to our world. It has been happening since the first of mankind gained sentience and even with all of the time and history to learn better. Ignorance and racism still exist.We are all of one Earth, and it sickens me that imaginary lines that have been created to divide us from one another.There have been countless people throughout history and today who feel the opposite, and we’ve covered some of them here.Today’s lesson is about the deadliest

en

19:11

51: Gandhi

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/12/24

Violence is defined as “behavior involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something. Even when someone takes a personal stance against violence, there are still many other ways to cause harm.While he certainly isn’t the worst person we’ve covered, Mohandas Gandhi wasn’t a saint either, even though there are many who say otherwise.It is true he did a great many things to help others during his lifetime, but we know history is never so black and white.Our lesson today is

en

23:42

50: Al Capone: Yeah, See

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/12/17

I like to think of myself as a wise guy; by wise, I mean I can spot a rotten person from a mile away on a foggy day with my eyes closed.Yeah, see! There is one right there!I didn’t have to look hard to find the man in today's lesson. There have been books, shows, movies, and everything else you can imagine about his life of crime and the hard time he served.Al Capone was a notorious mob boss who ran Chicago and had the police in his back pocket.He was eventually caught due to tax evasion, but

en

26:24

49: L. Ron Hubbard: Don't Take Me To Your Leader

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/12/10

I have my fair share of knowledge on cults, The cult of Henry Cavil, Gaga, and Dollyisms. I also live in Indiana, after all, the birthplace of the Jim Jones cult, the People’s Temple.Alas, we aren’t here to learn about him today. I have another cult leader who I believe was just as rotten, only a lot better at hiding the crimes….eventually.He is the man responsible for the cult, I mean the Church of Scientology, and all thanks to a book, L. Ron Hubbard.Boy, it doesn’t take much to start a cult…and

en

19:08

48: Peter Scully: Thief of Innocence

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/12/03

This is rough, but I want to use it to educate everyone on just how big of a problem child trafficking truly is. There are so many in power who are helping to fuel this horrific crime, and as long as they have the shadows to dwell in, they will never come to justice.He is, by far, the most rotten person we have covered. I did not want to do it at first, but I kept thinking about all of those poor babies who are victims of human trafficking, and this is the only way I know to try to help them.Join me

en

22:50

47: Dr. Seuss: Rotten Eggs & Ham

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/11/26

The more that you listen, the more you will know. A man who was Rotten, Oh, say it ain’t so!We grow up thinking we know all there is to know about a person, but little do we know that they were nothing but a rotten apple right under our noses.He has gone down in history as a popular author of children’s books, but there was a darker side to the man who put a cat in a hat.Aside from not actually liking kids, to being a racist. There is so much to unfold in the book about the Not-So-Dr. Seuss!Support

en

19:39

46: Hans Schmidt: Prey for Salvation

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/11/19

We all know that it takes a lot for a priest to get into trouble. They do all sorts of rotten things and end up with only a smack on the wrist and a relocation to another church. The sins of the priest in our lesson today were numerous and eventually led to him being the first priest executed in the United States. Let’s take a peek through the mirror and see how a man can claim to be called on by God, only to turn out to be a rotten, cold-blooded killer named Hans Schmidt.Support the show at

en

22:21

45: Mother Teresa: Saint it isn't So

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/11/12

I ain’t no saint, but the lady we will learn about today sure is.She helped the poor, fed the dying, and is now prayed to by millions, but her life wasn’t all Godly!She also believed that suffering was necessary and her true mission was more of conversion than compassion.Grab tight to your rosary beads because today we will be peering through the holes of the holy Mother Teresa.Visit me at itsrottentothecore.comSupport the show on Patreon! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy &

en

19:48

44: Emperor Elagabalus

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/11/05

We’ve been getting kinda heavy with our last few Rotten lessons. This one is more lighthearted. Rotten comes in many shapes and sizes and doesn’t always have to mean death and destruction. Oftentimes in can be things that are done in excess that make one forgo their responsibilities. Our topic is all about Emperor Elagabalus and how their lifestyle caused an attempt to erase them from history. I mean, would any of us be prepared to rule an empire in our teens? I would have done similar rotten things

en

21:58

43: Bonnie & Clyde: The Original Ride or Die

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/10/29

A lot of us have heard people call someone their “ride or die,” but what would they really do if it came to actually being unalived? The couple in our lesson for today is the original ride-or-die, and they really meant it. A young, outlaw couple who spent their short time together breaking and running from the law. They ultimately met an untimely demise and ended up more holy than a Swiss cheese factory. The short life and relationship of Bonnie and Clyde was dangerous, sad, and, yes, a little

en

86:38

Maze of Secrets

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/10/22

...1 eerie corn maze......9 haunting figures......9 spine-tingling tales......Will YOU find your way out? This holiday season, step into a labyrinth of shadows and suspense with Shane Waters as your guide. In this chilling collaboration, you'll encounter the hosts of 9 acclaimed true crime podcasts, each offering a dark tale and a life lesson to send shivers down your spine. This is not just a special episode; it's an immersive journey through a maze of twisted paths and unsolved mysteries

en

33:09

42: Carl Panzram: The River Pirate

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/10/16

Some say that everyone is just a product of their upbringing—the grand debate between nature vs. nurture. We have learned in our past lessons that this is very true. Some of our rotten people seem to have been born bad, while others succumb to their horrible circumstances. Our Rotten man today, at least to me, seems to be both. He was a man who was born rotten and, because of the trauma that was inflicted upon him, let that rot spread not only throughout his whole identity but into others as well

en

20:46

41: Vladimir Putin: Rewarded for Betrayal

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/10/08

I love a good rags-to-riches story, but what about a rags-to-viscous one? Our current history episode this week is about a poor boy who grew up to become a dictator. I mean president! This is one sneaky fella, and his history is as jumbled as a fishbowl of keys after a party. No, I’m not Putin you on! Vladimir Putin is mysterious, corrupt, and 100% Rotten. You can join Shane and Josh’s facebook group here:Shane & Josh’s Rabbit Hole: For the Curiously Minded | Facebook Find us on all podcasting

en

24:55

40: Richard Nixon: Tricky Dicky

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/10/01

On August 8, 1974, Dick Nixon hosted a press conference and gave his resignation speech. It is the only time a president of the United States has resigned, and he did it to keep his remaining secrets hidden. The next day, President Gerald Ford was sworn into office and pardoned Nixon for all of his crimes. Dick got away scot-free and decided to end his career as what he called a fighter. President Dick wasn’t the worse leader that we’ve had, but he certainly seemed to be a crook. I like to blame

en

20:24

39: Freemasons: Accessories Not Included

Rotten to the Core ·

2023/09/01

A secretive cult of old white men, or an organization of leaders striving to help through charitable contributions? Let’s find out some secrets from the oldest fraternity in the world. Find us on all podcasting platforms Rotten to the Core Support the show at http://Patreon.com/itsrottentothecore Visit us online at: Rotten to the CoreAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

en

88 results

Similar Podcasts

Morning Cup of Murder

Morning Cup of Murder

Weird Darkness: Paranormal & True Crime Stories

Darren Marlar | Weird Darkness |...

Mystères & Inexpliqués - Le podcast sur les affaires paranormales

BTLV / Europe 1

The Rainy Day Horror Show

Dusty Mcballs

Crime Stories with Nancy Grace

iHeartPodcasts and CrimeOnline