Unhinged History

Episode 43 | To Quote the Beastie Boys…

We know you're like us. You woke up looking for a story about barmaids, banjo players, the 1814 Beer Flood, and zebras. So Angie shares the story of Lady Meux, the Victoria socialite who really lives a crazy life. This episode pairs well with: Nell Gwyn – actress and court mistress 

Episode 42 | Roll for Initiative

If you're looking for a story that has everything, click that play button. A pointless battle, pirates, dysentery, and an absinthe bar. Theresa covers the Battle of New Orleans from 1814. You know, it was part of the War of 1812... yeah... it's a doozy. This episode pairs well with: The Casquette Girls of New Orleans 

Episode 41 | $500 for the Rest of Him

Theresa just can't contain her excitement as she regales us with the pirates from Baratarian Bay. Jean and Pierre Lafitte led colorful lives in the early 1800's in the New Orleans area. Angie shares the story of the only emperor of the United States, Joshua Abraham Norton, ( c. 1818 – January 8, 1880) who lived ruled from San Francisco. This man created his own currency, wrote edicts, and was beloved by The City. This episode pairs well with: The Battle of New Orleans "Lord" Timothy Dexter  Santa Anna lost his legs during the Pastry War 

Episode 40 | Team Feral House Wife

Whew. We hope you're fully hydrated for this episode. Theresa starts off with the tale of Arthur the Ghost who haunts the B-29 at Castle Air Museum in Atwater, CA.
Angie follows her up with a true crime / supernatural mashup when she recounts the story of Bridget Cleary who is known as "the last witch burned in Ireland" in 1895.This episode pairs well with:The Haunted Queen Mary Helen Duncan – the last woman convicted of the 1732 Witchcraft Act 

Episode 39 | A Little Bit Business, a Bit Pleasure

Join us this week as Theresa shares a bit of history and myth around Portland, Oregon's Shanghai Tunnels. She covers everything from Nina the ghost to the Chinese building and uses them to escape drug raids. This episode pairs well with: The NW Butter Crimes 

Episode 38 | Daddy Dickie

It's time for some comfy leggings and spooky stories. Join us this week as Angie shares the history behind Lady Mary Howard (1596-1671) and her carriage of bones.This episode pairs well with: Bridget Cleary who is known as "the last witch burned in Ireland" 

Episode 37 | Explains the Seven Toes

Come for the history story of Theresa sharing what she learned about Japanese saber saint Miyamoto Musashi (1584-1645). He's yet another fighter of history with a remarkable number of duels under his belt -- over 60 duels that he's undefeated in. This episode pairs well with: Yasuke – the first Black samurai

Episode 36 | Not Honoring the Terms of Red Rover

Whew. Grab yourself a tasty beverage of choice and nestle in for Angie sharing how Pepsi once had the sixth-largest navy in the world. Then get your refill before Theresa recounts the War of the Stray Dog. In 1925, Greece and Bulgaria had a conflict with a surprising start.This episode pairs well with: The Crazy Little Country Called Liechtenstein The Pig War The Honey War