History's Forgotten Headlines
Justin Dougherty
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Short Story: Milkmaids and a Vaccine
History's Forgotten Headlines
05/04/20 • 12 min
The coronavirus pandemic has raised a lot of questions, especially about vaccines and their origins. When we started asking those questions we discovered one the greatest scientific achievements of mankind all started with milkmaids, and was based on folk lore. This is the story of the world's first vaccine.
Catastrophe at the Cocoanut Grove
History's Forgotten Headlines
12/06/18 • 41 min
The deadliest nightclub fire of all time claimed the lives of nearly 500 people, but it wasn't just the fire that killed so many people, it was their inability to escape. As a result of this tragedy, laws and fire codes were changed forever.
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Short Story: The Penalty of Treason
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07/01/20 • 7 min
Every July 4th we celebrate the United States and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. But amongst the celebrating we tend to forget the risk the 56 signers of the declaration were taking. If captured, they faced a punishment that was considered worse than death. Treason was the worst imaginable crime so the punishment needed to be the worst imaginable death.
A Murder in Salem
History's Forgotten Headlines
10/18/18 • 46 min
Salem, MA is said to be a town that's forever stained with "blood, blood, blood." But the witch trials are only part of the town's legacy. A bloody and gruesome murder happened more than 130 years after the trials, and it not only inspired the writings of Nathaniel Hawthorne and Edgar Allen Poe, but it changed our legal system forever.
Ponzi Scheme: The Notorious Namesake
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09/19/18 • 26 min
Many know what a Ponzi Scheme is, but why is it called 'a Ponzi Scheme?' On this episode we detail the rise and fall of Mr. Charles Ponzi, and why he is the one who bears the notorious namesake.
Hollywood's First Sex Scandal
History's Forgotten Headlines
06/04/18 • 24 min
He was Hollywood's biggest celebrity in the 1920's, but his beloved status changed quickly when he found himself starring in a role he never could have imagined. This forgotten headline not only shocked Tinsel Town but the world.
Murder at Harvard Medical School
History's Forgotten Headlines
04/23/18 • 29 min
A gruesome murder took place in Boston in 1850 between two people who were part of America's highest social class. It not only shocked New England, but the world.
The Rebel for Women's Rights
History's Forgotten Headlines
08/17/20 • 16 min
On the centennial of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, we want to bring back the headline grabbing suffragist who's often been forgotten. Alice Paul was an innovative activist who was prepared to die for the right to vote. She shocked the world with her actions, which ultimately played a critical role in giving women the right to vote.
Short Story: Miranda Behind the Rights
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06/01/20 • 9 min
The 'Miranda Rights' weren't just created for the betterment of the suspect. It was a long, disturbing, and divisive road that lead to the creation of the statement many of us have come to learn through movies, TV shows and maybe personal experiences. We may take the 'Miranda Rights' for granted now, but before 1966 no one really knew what their rights were inside a police station.
Short Story: The Original Outlaw
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05/18/20 • 11 min
The original outlaw of the Wild West is a man you've likely never heard of before. But Coal Oil Jimmy and his sidekick, The Baker, carried out a six-week rampage in New Mexico's Cimarron Country. Their crimes were so violent they were two of the firsts to have massive bounties on their heads and be wanted 'Dead or Alive.'
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FAQ
How many episodes does History's Forgotten Headlines have?
History's Forgotten Headlines currently has 12 episodes available.
What topics does History's Forgotten Headlines cover?
The podcast is about Covid, General, Washington, Society & Culture, True Crime, World War Two, History, Vaccine, Murder, Medicine, Podcasts, America, Disaster, Crime, War, Arts and Headlines.
What is the most popular episode on History's Forgotten Headlines?
The episode title 'Catastrophe at the Cocoanut Grove' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on History's Forgotten Headlines?
The average episode length on History's Forgotten Headlines is 22 minutes.
How often are episodes of History's Forgotten Headlines released?
Episodes of History's Forgotten Headlines are typically released every 30 days, 3 hours.
When was the first episode of History's Forgotten Headlines?
The first episode of History's Forgotten Headlines was released on Apr 23, 2018.
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