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The Strange History Podcast

Strange History

The Strange History Podcast explores the forgotten, bizarre, and mysterious stories that history left behind. Each episode uncovers strange but true tales from the past—unsolved mysteries, unusual events, odd historical figures, and the eerie legends that shaped cultures around the world. Whether it"s ancient curses, unexplained disappearances, or bizarre moments in world history, hosted with a passion for the weird, this podcast takes you deep into the darker and more curious corners of the

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All Episodes

8:35

Latvia’s Hidden Man: The Astonishing 50-Year Forest...

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2025/12/29

Discover the unbelievable true story of Jānis Pīnups, the Latvian man who disappeared into the forest in 1944 to avoid Soviet conscription and remained hidden for fifty years. In this gripping and humorous episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore how Pīnups survived decades of Soviet occupation, built secret bunkers, evaded patrols, and became a living legend known only in whispers. Blending history, dark comedy, and emotional storytelling, this episode brings to life one of Latvia’s most

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6:46

The Day Miami Froze — The Orange Bowl Blizzard of 1961

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2025/12/28

In this bizarre New Year episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy explores the unbelievable day it snowed in Miami during the Orange Bowl of 1961. As Florida experienced near-freezing temperatures, snow flurries, and icy rain, college football fans and players were forced to endure a winter storm in a city built for sunshine. From palm trees dusted with snow to bundled cheerleaders and stunned locals, this episode dives into one of the strangest weather events in American history — a New

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7:19

The New Year London Froze Solid (1962–63)

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2025/12/27

In this chilling episode of The Strange History Podcast, host Amy dives into the Great Freeze of 1962–63 — the brutal New Year winter that brought London to a standstill. From the River Thames partially freezing to coal-smog fog, burst pipes, stalled trains, and a city unprepared for Arctic temperatures, this episode explores one of Britain’s coldest and deadliest winters. Packed with dark humor, bizarre historical details, and strange-but-true moments, this mega episode reveals how one New Year’s

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9:16

Norway’s One-Legged Escape Hero: The Astonishing True...

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2025/12/26

Explore the unbelievable true story of Jan Baalsrud, the Norwegian resistance fighter who survived a failed WWII mission, escaped Nazi capture, endured Arctic blizzards, amputated his own toes, and trekked across Norway to freedom. In this gripping and humorous episode of The Strange History Podcast, we dive deep into Baalsrud’s legendary escape, the brave villagers who hid him, the Sámi guides who saved him, and the sheer Norwegian stubbornness that kept him alive for two brutal months in the

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2:08

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 25 - The Night...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/25

Radishes… but make them art. Amy uncovers how a vegetable market prank became a nationally celebrated Christmas competition drawing thousands every year.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is absolutely a real person… who

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2:13

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 24 - Silent...

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2025/12/24

In Norway, Christmas Eve belongs to the living — and the dead. Amy explores ancestral reverence, graveyard traditions, and why some still leave food for unexpected spiritual visitors.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is

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1:31

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 23 - Light It...

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2025/12/23

A dessert worth setting aflame — intentionally. Amy shares how this dense, boozy pudding survived Victorian scandals and continues to ignite British tables today (sometimes literally).Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is

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9:17

The Epic of Calum’s Road: How One Stubborn Scotsman...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/22

Discover the unbelievable true story of Calum MacLeod, the Scottish postman who single-handedly built a 1.75-mile road on the Isle of Raasay after the government refused to do it. This humorous and deeply detailed episode of The Strange History Podcast explores how one man’s determination, stubbornness, and pure Highland grit transformed an isolated community and created one of the most inspiring feats of DIY engineering in modern history. Packed with historical context, true accounts, and comedic

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13:16

Christmas 1945: The First Peace After War – Emotional...

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2025/12/22

Step inside the extraordinary story of Christmas 1945, the first holiday season after World War II ended. In this deeply emotional and richly detailed Strange History Podcast episode, Amy explores a world breathing again for the first time in six years. From desperate toy shortages to bittersweet homecomings, ration-era Christmas dinners, soldiers reuniting with their families, and the fragile hope woven through every decorated tree, this is a cinematic journey into one of the most poignant holidays

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1:25

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 22 - Fire,...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/22

Part pagan, part Christian — 100% symbolic. Amy unpacks Serbia’s burning of the Badnjak, where sparks predict blessings, and ashes become protective charms.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is absolutely a real person…

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12:12

Christmas 1945 Around the World: Hope, Ruins,...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/22

Travel across the globe to witness Christmas 1945 as the world emerged from the shadow of World War II. From Britain’s ration-tight celebrations to Germany’s Christmas in the ruins, France’s liberation feasts, Italy’s rebuilding joy, the Pacific’s tropical soldier holidays, and the quiet resilience of refugee and displaced persons camps, this Strange History Podcast episode reveals how nations—and people—found light in the darkest winter. Filled with vivid storytelling, true historical accounts, and

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1:17

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 21 - Santa’s...

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2025/12/21

Millions of letters addressed to Santa travel to one special code: H0H 0H0. Amy follows how postal workers became official Christmas elves responding in dozens of languages.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is absolutely

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1:34

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 20 - They Sang...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/20

Early Victorian Christmas music = slow, haunting, minor key.Think: “What if Christmas but with Gothic cathedral acoustics?”Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is absolutely a real person… who just happens to have access to

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11:37

Blood on the Tinsel: More Christmas Murders You Never...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Return to the darker side of December with five more devastating Christmas-season crimes that shocked communities and destroyed families. From mass murderers striking on Christmas Day to unsolved disappearances and near-miss massacres, this episode exposes the tragedies hidden beneath holiday cheer. Blending deep historical research, detailed trials, and Strange History’s signature humor, Part II continues the chilling holiday series you didn’t know you needed.Like and Subscribe:

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1:34

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 19 - Snow Was...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Dickens grew up during one of the coldest winters in British history, so he assumed snow was normal.His stories taught the world that Christmas should look snowy—even in places where it never snowed.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we

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12:34

Silent Nights, Violent Crimes: The Darkest Christmas...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Dive into the chilling true stories of five devastating Christmas-season crimes, each echoing the brutality of the Covina Christmas Eve Massacre. From familicides to extremist-driven killings and unsolved civil rights bombings, this episode explores the darkest nights hidden beneath holiday lights. Blending detailed historical analysis with Strange History’s signature storytelling and dark humor, this is the Christmas episode you won’t forget.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis

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1:30

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 18 - Boars...

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2025/12/18

Christmas Dinner Often Included Boar’s Head Served with an apple in the mouth like a medieval feast.Victorians loved a dramatic centerpiece.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is absolutely a real person… who just happens

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1:22

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 17 - The...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/17

They Decorated with Paper Chains They Made Themselves Before Etsy, there was Victorian Craft Night.Entire families covered the house with handmade decorations.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is absolutely a real person…

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1:30

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 16 - Carolers...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/16

Carolers Expected Payment Caroling wasn’t just festive—it was a job.If you didn’t tip carolers, they might insult you in song form.Victorian “singing Yelp reviews.”Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is absolutely a real

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1:16

The 25 Strangest days of Christmas Day 15 - Hidden...

The Strange History Podcast ·

2025/12/15

Finding the coin = good luck.Accidentally swallowing the coin = new family holiday emergency.Like and Subscribe: Apple SpotifyIHeartAudibleThis episode of The Strange History Podcast was lovingly crafted with the help of ElevenLabs.io — the magical technology that gives Amy her time to sleep, eat, work and spend time with her dog Jack. While some might say she sounds too good to be true, we assure you, Amy is absolutely a real person… who just happens to have access to studio-grade AI vocal cords

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