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History"s A Disaster

Bloody history and bloodier crimes. Andrew takes a weekly look at all things bloody. From natural disasters to man made atrocities

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14:21

The London Beer Flood of 1814

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2025/06/22

Send us a text Nobody expects to drown in beer. Yet on October 17, 1814, that's exactly what happened to eight Londoners when a massive vat at Horseshoe Brewery catastrophically failed, unleashing a 15-foot tsunami of porter beer through the impoverished streets of St Giles. The disaster began with something seemingly insignificant—a fallen iron hoop on a towering 22-foot wooden vat containing over 300,000 gallons of fermenting porter. Brewery clerk George Creek, with 17 years of experience,...

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14:07

Genoa Bridge Collapse

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2025/06/15

Send us a text On August 14th, 2018, the Morandi Bridge in Genoa, Italy collapsed, resulting in the death of 43 people and causing significant destruction. Designed by Ricardo Morandi and opened in 1967, the bridge was a symbol of Italian engineering. However, on a rainy morning, pylon number nine disintegrated, and an 800-foot section of the bridge fell, crushing cars and buildings below. Rescue efforts began immediately, but many were already dead or seriously injured. Investigations into t...

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24:10

Texas City Disaster

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2025/06/08

Send us a text On April 16th, 1947, the SS Grandcamp, loaded with 2,300 tons of ammonium nitrate, caught fire and exploded in Texas City, causing the deadliest industrial accident in US history and one of the largest non-nuclear explosions ever. The explosion, fueled by ammonium nitrate and subsequent fires, destroyed much of Texas City's port, killing over 500 people and injuring thousands. The disaster led to significant changes in safety regulations for handling and transporting hazardous ...

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37:37

The Great Halifax Explosion

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2025/06/01

Send us a text On the morning of December 6th, 1917, the SS Mont-Blanc, loaded with nearly 3000 metric tons of explosives destined for France, collided with the SS Imo in the Halifax Harbor narrows, resulting in one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history. This catastrophic event claimed nearly 2000 lives, injured 9000 others, and decimated a large section of Halifax. This episode of 'History's a Disaster,' hosted by Andrew, delves into the circumstances leading up to the explosion, ...

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18:24

The Children's Blizzard

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2025/05/25

Send us a text On January 12th, 1888, a sudden blizzard struck the Midwest, causing over 230 deaths, most of them children, due to the lack of warning and severe weather conditions. This episode, hosted by Andrew, delves into the horrors of the Schoolhouse Blizzard, describing the rapid and deadly onset of the storm, and detailing the harrowing survival stories and tragic losses of those caught in its path. The episode highlights the failures in weather forecasting at the time, which led to s...

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25:29

Shackleton Expedition

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2025/05/18

Send us a text In 1914, Sir Ernest Shackleton embarked on the ship Endurance to be the first to cross the Antarctic continent overland with his 27-member crew. The journey quickly turned into one of the greatest survival stories in history when the Endurance became trapped in pack ice. Shackleton’s leadership kept the crew's morale up through harsh Antarctic conditions, ingenious survival efforts, and eventual rescue after a grueling 17-month ordeal. Although Shackleton didn’t achieve his ini...

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19:42

United Airline Flight 232

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2025/05/11

Send us a text On July 19, 1989, United Airlines Flight 232 suffered a catastrophic engine failure resulting in the loss of hydraulic controls, leading to a dramatic emergency landing. Despite the crisis, the quick thinking and skillful actions of Captain Al Haynes, First Officer Bill Records, and DC-10 instructor Denny Fitch saved 185 lives from what could have been a total disaster. The subsequent investigation unveiled a rare metallurgical flaw that caused the engine failure, leading to i...

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18:13

Sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald

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2025/05/04

Send us a text In this episode of History's a Disaster, host Andrew takes us through the tragic and mysterious sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald on Lake Superior during a massive thunderstorm on November 10th, 1975. The episode details the ship's origins, its successful career, and the fateful final voyage alongside the Arthur M. Anderson. Theories surrounding the ship's disappearance are explored, including potential structural failures and storm damage. Despite extensive searches and mult...

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22:09

1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche

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2025/04/27

Send us a text In this episode of 'History's A Disaster,' hosted by Andrew, we delve into the tragic events of the 1982 Alpine Meadows Avalanche in California. Leading up to March 31st, unprecedented snowfall and high winds triggered a massive avalanche at Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, destroying buildings and rendering eight people missing. Despite rigorous avalanche control measures led by experts like Jim Plehn and Norm Wilson, the resort was overwhelmed by nature's fury. Rescue efforts were ...

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19:55

Whakaari Eruption 2019

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2025/04/20

Send us a text This episode discusses the tragic volcanic eruption of Whakaari Island on December 9, 2019. Host Andrew explores the sequence of events that led to the eruption during a guided tour, which resulted in 22 deaths and numerous injuries. The episode delves into the heroic efforts of survivors and rescuers, the aftermath of the disaster, and the legal consequences faced by the tour operators. It ends with an update on the current status of tours to the island and a call for listener...

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27:37

The Murder of Christopher Meyer

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2025/04/13

Send us a text The Tragic Murder of Christopher Meyer In this episode, Andrew delves into the harrowing 1995 case of 10-year-old Christopher Meyer, who disappeared while fishing in Aroma Park, Illinois. The investigation quickly led to the arrest of convicted child killer Timothy Buss, a man with a disturbingly violent past. The episode provides a detailed timeline of events, from Christopher's disappearance and the subsequent search efforts, to the arrest and conviction of Timothy Buss. The...

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20:41

1955 Le Mans Race Disaster

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2025/04/06

Send us a text In this episode of 'History's a Disaster,' Andrew delves into the tragic events of the 1955 24 Hours of LeMans racing event in France, where a catastrophic accident led to the deaths of 84 people, making it the worst disaster in motorsport history. The episode recounts the sequence of events, starting from the race's inception, highlighting the poor track design, lack of safety measures, and a fateful chain of decisions that resulted in the horrific crash. The aftermath of the...

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18:16

Spanish Flu

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2025/03/30

Send us a text The Great Influenza Epidemic: Misnamed, Deadly, and Unforgettable This episode of History's a Disaster, hosted by Andrew, explores the Great Influenza Epidemic of 1918, often misnamed as the Spanish Flu. The virus, caused by the H1N1 strain, spread in three waves during and after World War I, resulting in the deadliest pandemic in recorded history. Despite heavy censorship due to wartime, the flu's impact was devastating, affecting soldiers and civilians worldwide and killing ...

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24:58

Chaos on the Tracks: The 1978 Waverly Train Explosion

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2025/03/23

Send us a text On February 22, 1978, a Louisville and Nashville train derailed in Waverly, Tennessee, causing a catastrophic propane explosion during cleanup efforts. The incident resulted in 16 deaths, over 200 injuries, and widespread destruction. This episode delves into the details of the derailment, the ensuing explosion, and the emergency response led by Dr. Subhi Ali. It also explores the broader impacts, such as changes in rail safety regulations, the creation of FEMA, and improvemen...

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22:45

Disaster in the Skies: Collision Over the Grand Canyon

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2025/03/16

Send us a text The 1956 Grand Canyon Mid-Air Collision: Tragic Prelude to Aviation Reform On June 30, 1956, two passenger planes collided over the Grand Canyon, resulting in no survivors and a devastating disaster that spurred significant changes in aviation safety regulations. This episode of 'History's A Disaster' with Andrew examines the circumstances leading to the collision between TWA Flight 2 and United Airlines Flight 718. The lack of radar coverage, inadequate air traffic control, a...

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32:49

Iroquois Theater Fire 1903

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2025/03/09

Send us a text Andrew takes a look into the deadliest disaster to hit a single American Building until 9/11 the Iroquois Theater FireFacebook: historyisadisaster Instagram: historysadisaster email: historysadisaster@gmail.com

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37:00

Charge Of The Light Brigade pt 3 On This Battlefield...

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2025/03/02

Send us a text The finale of the Light Brigade. Andrew takes a dive into the end of the Crimean War and the aftermath of the chargeFacebook: historyisadisaster Instagram: historysadisaster email: historysadisaster@gmail.com

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61:46

Charge Of The Light Brigade pt 2 The Bugle Sounds,...

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2025/02/23

Send us a text This week Andrew takes a dive into the actual charge of the Light Brigade as they attack the Russian guns Facebook: historyisadisaster Instagram: historysadisaster email: historysadisaster@gmail.com

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52:28

Charge Of The Light Brigade pt 1 Marching Off To War

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2025/02/16

Send us a text Andrew takes a deep dive into the Crimean War and the events leading up to the most famous cavalry charge in history. Facebook: historyisadisaster Instagram: historysadisaster email: historysadisaster@gmail.com

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15:08

The Invercauld Shipwreck

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2025/02/09

Send us a text Andrew takes a look at the shipwreck of the Invercauld off the shore of Auckland IslandFacebook: historyisadisaster Instagram: historysadisaster email: historysadisaster@gmail.com

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