On our cozy post-credits commentary: the bits that didn’t fit and the sources we owed you. We dig into Hill of Ward archaeology, dumb suppers, witch bottles and concealed shoes, will-o’-the-wisp science, black-cat adoption myths, Then “This Week in History” (Oct 27 – Nov 1): from the NYC subway and Orson Welles’ War of the Worlds panic to Luther’s door moment and Houdini’s last Halloween. Lanterns lit; receipts included.Music Credits:"Our Story Begins" Kevin MacLeod

For thousands of years, the cat has walked beside us, never behind us. It has been worshipped as a god, cursed as a demon, and loved as a companion. From the temples of ancient Egypt to the cobblestone streets of medieval Europe, and now to the quiet hum of our living rooms, cats have shaped human history in ways we are only beginning to understand.In this episode of Dave Does History, we explore the curious and enduring bond between people and their feline counterparts. We will travel through time

Everyone commends you for being brave when you start over. But no one tells you that your reinvention might also look… ridiculous. For our guest today, that looked like explaining to people - very seriously - that she quit her career as a lawyer… to start a podcast as a cat. Because that’s the thing about starting something new: More often than not, it doesn’t look polished or profound. It looks like curiosity, experimentation - and sometimes, doing something absolutely absurd, but quintessentially

Air Week: October 20-26, 2025 Atlantic Records, Pt. 14 – Cat Records Atlantic Records was the most influential, significant and important independent record label to come out of the late-1940s, during a time when there were many great, small indie labels being born. What gave Atlantic the advantage over Specialty, Chess, Modern, Vee-Jay, Exclusive, King, […]

A cinematic walk through Halloween’s real origin story and no, it didn’t start with party stores. From Samhain (SAH-win) bonfires and fair-folk diplomacy to Allhallowtide bells, soul cakes, immigrant porch rituals, jack-o’-lanterns (hi, Stingy Jack), and the Hollywood mask rack that redefined October. This is the braid that held communities together when the light got short. Expect archaeology, folklore, church calendars, trick-or-treat’s paper trail, black-cat PR, graveside candles, and why the

This episode we’re joined by Beth Berry, artistic director and playwright for GEAR Productions! GEAR stands for Give Everyone a Role, and is an organization that strives to provide positive performance experiences for students of all interests and abilities. Beth talks about her roots in theater, fills us in on the history of GEAR in this their 25th year, and lets us in on the secret to making Chocolate Biskvi, a 3-layer Swedish Cookie! The Coconotes join with Sophia Pearson to give us ...

Air Week: October 27-November 2, 2025 Spooky Halloween Rhythm & Blues Matt The Cat experiences some paranormal rhythms coming out of his “Juke In The Back” as we celebrate the truly spooky, sinister and down-right crazy sounds of a vintage rhythm & blues Halloween. Eugene Fox meets the devil, The Hollywood Flames take us to […]

A reading of Edgar Allen Poe's The Black Cat.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/blood-of-a-buckeye--4855824/support.

In 1987, the Indianapolis Colts pulled off a 3 team, 10 player trade to land Eric Dickerson.In 1959, LSU's Billy Cannon returned a punt 89-yards for a touchdown that turned out to be the game winner in a 7-3 win over Ole Miss. In 1950, Earl ‘Big Cat’ Lloyd became the first black player to play in an NBA game. In 1993, Greg Norman coughed up a lead on the back nine on Sunday at the PGA Tour Championship to gift Jim Gallagher his third win of the year. In 1994, Serena Williams made her professional

In the final instalment of our three-part Vikings special, discoveries and forensic evidence collide to rewrite the Vikings’ story, revealing their everyday lives, vast networks and the surprising legacy they left across Europe. Go to ⁠https://surfshark.com/forbiddenhistory⁠ or use code FORBIDDENHISTORY at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Cast List: Cat Jarman: Archaeologist & Author, River Kings Ragnar Orten Lie: Archaeologist, Kulturarv Vestfold & Telemark

Cheers! On this episode of Destination Celebration, Marlo Anderson and Latoya Johnson are celebrating two things that often get a bad rap. They'll start by raising a glass for National American Beer Day, exploring the history and diversity of beer in the U.S. Then, they'll give a high five to our feline friends for National Black Cat Day, talking about why these sleek and mysterious creatures are good luck! Get ready for a blend of brews and superstition!

In part two of our three-part special, the investigation deepens as our team follows the trail of newly uncovered Viking artefacts, revealing surprising connections and challenging what we thought we knew about this infamous historical era. Go to ⁠https://surfshark.com/forbiddenhistory⁠ or use code FORBIDDENHISTORY at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Cast List: Cat Jarman: Archaeologist & Author, River Kings Ragnar Orten Lie: Archaeologist, Kulturarv Vestfold & Telemark

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In part one of this three part special, we begin our journey into the world of the Vikings, uncovering groundbreaking discoveries that challenge long-held myths about the so-called Nordic “warrior race.” With exclusive access to a team of Norwegian experts, we explore how cutting-edge research is rewriting Viking history. Go to https://surfshark.com/forbiddenhistory or use code FORBIDDENHISTORY at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Cast List: Cat Jarman: Archaeologist &

Is your cat the devil in disguise? Probably not, although they may act like it sometimes! But once upon a time, they would have been accused of luring you into witchcraft.In Britain in the 16th and 17th centuries witch hunting became an obsession and supposed ‘witches’ were put on trial, and some were even sentenced to death. Being an animal lover was considered a sure sign that someone was practicing witchcraft. Friendliness towards cats, rabbits or dogs could lead to accusations of witchcraft,

Especially for Halloween Month...Delving deep into the darkest corners of horror movies this series explores the highs and lows of the blood and gore genre following, in particular, the changing fortunes of Universal Horror. From Dracula and Frankenstein to The Black Cat, a movie that even Universal executives deemed "too vile for public consumption", and beyond to the influences of science fiction and the new breed of horror films... To gain instant access to the entire series, along with

As parents, we’re all trying to figure out how to keep our kids safe in a world that’s constantly online. Anti-trafficking expert Laila Mickelwait is taking that fight to the next level — working to get child sexual assault material off streaming platforms for good. Her new book, Takedown, tells the unbelievable true story of how she sparked a global movement of more than two million people — and together, they pulled off what’s being called “the biggest takedown of content in Internet history.”

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In an unprecedented move, King Charles has removed the title of Prince from his brother Andrew amidst further scandal brought upon the Royal Family.In this special episode, Paul Burrell discusses the news and shares his thoughts on what is next for the family. Paul Burrell's Royal Tea is a Listening Dog Media & Golden Cat Studios production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices