As Told By ADHD

This week on As Told by ADHD, we talk about some of thestrangest deaths in history, and in doing so we learn what not to do like the dangers of a long beard and how its actually not so great to be too much of a health nut. This week also isn’t separated into parts! We have a spit fire of stories coming from all directions, all over the world, and all throughout time! CHAPTERS: 01:45 The Great Molasses Flood of 191910:38 Aeschylus: The Father of Tragedy16:20 King Alexander I of Greece's Unfortunate Demise22:11 Tycho Brahe: The Astronomer with a Golden Nose25:30 The Life and Death of Tycho Brahe31:46 The Tragic Tale of Hans Steininger39:17 Basil Brown: The Carrot Juice Enthusiast45:10 Franz Reichelt: The Parachute Tailor49:45 The Philosopher Who Laughed to Death55:12 The Dancing Plague of 151801:04:24 Sigurd the Mighty and His Ironic Demise Find Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdYouTube:https://youtube.com/@astoldbyadhd?si=Lsxl5B86MJ9bJ0lT Find Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370 Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett  #astoldbyadhd #podcast #comedy #wowfactor #interesting #entertaining #fun #storytime #facinating #unpredictable

Woodstock started as a symbol of peace, love, music, and community, but Woodstock 1999 was a completely different beast. Somehow, it ended with riots, fires, overflowing porta potties, and a crowd so angry that the next morning looked like a war zone.This week, Jamie takes Karena through the unbelievable story of Woodstock '99, a festival that was supposed to bring back the spirit of the original Woodstock but instead became one of the biggest disasters in music history.From outrageous food and water prices to plywood crowd surfing, Limp Bizkit, fires, chaos, and a whole lot of greed, we're diving into what really happened and why everything went so horribly wrong.Chapters00:39 Intro01:32 Woodstock 1969 and 199404:51 Woodstock 199913:30 Day One18:08 Day Two24:31 Day Three30:09 Fires and Riots33:51 The Aftermath36:03 How Did This Happen?41:42 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

In California, there was a festival with a capacity of 300,000 people, with only 300 bathrooms, no food, no water source, gangs, drugs, fights, and even murd3r. This week Karena shares the story of the Altamont Speedway Free Concert produced by the team of the Rolling Stones, and how unbelievably wrong it went. Find Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdYouTube: https://youtube.com/@astoldbyadhd?si=SPC7Daa2dzMMHJ1qFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett#astoldbyadhd #podcast #recommend #festivals #failedfestivals #rollingstones #history #music #storytime #stories #carlossantana #thegratefuldead #jeffersonairplane #catastrophe

What if one of the most common things in your kitchen was invented completely by accident? This week on As Told by ADHD, Jamie tells the story of Percy Spencer, the self-taught genius who accidentally invented the microwave while working on WWII radar technology. Chapters00:00 Intro02:35 The Life of Percy Spencer14:16 Raytheon's Contracts16:51 Accidental Invention of the Microwave24:17 Enter the Microwave Oven37:00 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

What’s the origin story behind the toaster? Cars? Airplanes? Mirrors? Where they made intentionally to be used world wide? Or where they initially made with another intention? Come along as we dive into revolutionary inventions. As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdYouTube: https://youtube.com/@astoldbyadhd?si=l1ydUdeG2AZsRmKIFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett00:37 Introduction to Revolutionary Inventions02:50 The Evolution of Mousetraps10:15 The Birth of the Computer and the Internet16:20 The Evolution of Communication Technology19:00 Understanding Packet Switching22:41 The Birth of the Internet25:19 The Importance of Historical Context28:24 Celebrating Growth and Community

Have you ever wondered where the phrase “to turn a blind eye” came from or what “I think, therefore I am” actually means?This week on As Told by ADHD, we got into where a bunch of memes and common phrases come from, and some of these are way weirder than you would expect.You’ll hear about pirates, boxing, and a full crashout over having your cake and eat it too.Chapter00:00 Intro03:23 To Turn a Blind Eye07:16 I Think, Therefore I Am13:37 Saved by the Bell17:12 Under the Weather19:42 Actions Speak Louder Than Words25:07 Long Time No See30:02 I'm Tired of this Grandpa... 32:20 Butter Someone Up37:26 Let the Cat out of the Bag41:43 That's Non of My Business ft. Kermit the Frog45:50 The Cold Shoulder48:39 You Get a Car!!53:32 You Can't Have Your Cake and Eat It Too58:33 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week on As Told by ADHD, we talk about a ship that accomplished space-time travel... allegedly. The conspiracy theory that is the Philadelphia Experiment, where the the USS Eldridge accomplished what no government has accomplished before, and there is only one man who was there to tell the tale. Find Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdYouTube: https://youtube.com/@astoldbyadhd?si=Lsxl5B86MJ9bJ0lT Find Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370 Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett#astoldbyadhd #podcast #conspiracytheory #storytime #history

What if the Titanic… never actually sank? This week we spiral into one of the wildest conspiracy theories featuring ship swaps, powerful men, and some very suspicious coincidences. We’re breaking down the theory that the Titanic never sank at all. But how much of it holds up, and how much of it doesn’t hold water?Chapters00:00 Intro02:35 Titanic Tragedy Recap04:51 White Star Line and J.P. Morgan09:00 The Conspiracy : The Titanic Never Sank12:18 J.P. Morgan Silenced His Opponents?!?!16:07 Insurance Fraud too?!?!19:10 Debunking the Claims30:46 OutroTitanic Conspiracy: The Full Truth | Part OneOceanliner DesignsThis video goes in depth about what needed to happen in order for the Titanic and the Olympic to be swapped. It also covers how this would not have been possible. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lktluZgEAvAFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

Everyone knows the Titanic hit an iceberg… but was that really the reason it sank?This week Jamie shares all the things that went wrong, from ignored warnings to questionable decisions and overlooked safety measures. There wasn’t just one mistake, there were a lot of them. So how many things had to go wrong for this to happen, and could it have been prevented?00:00 Intro01:14 The Titanic03:05 The Creation of The Titanic07:55 What Was Supposed to Happen12:22 What Actually Happened12:46 The Building of the Ship19:50 Sailing the High Seas22:06 A Little Off Course22:23 Ice Warnings Ignored29:08 Full Speed Ahead... Into Danger40:38 Could Changing These Things Have Changed The Outcome?42:18 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week on As Told By ADHD we bring back the common historical topic of radiation, but this time scientists play with fire by “tickling the dragon’s tail”. The dragon being Plutonium 239, and the tickle meaning how close they can activate the plutonium before hitting super critical. How many scientists attempt to tickle this dragon, how many lose their lives trying? Chapters:02:14 The Demon Core: A Dangerous Experiment04:44 Understanding Criticality and Radiation06:22 Harry Daglian's Mistake08:48 The Aftermath of Radiation Exposure11:39 Lewis Slotin's Fatal Error14:06 The Risks of Playing with Radiation23:03 The Aftermath of Scientific Experimentation25:05 Ethics in Radiation Research25:58 The Quest for Knowledge vs. Human Safety28:50 The Legacy of the Demon Core34:40 The Nature of Curiosity and Risk41:29 Closing Thoughts and ReflectionsFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: http://as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett#astoldbyadhd #podcast #bestfriends #history #radiation #weirdhistory #comedy #dumbwaystodye #ww2,#hiroshima #nagasaki #nuclearwar #nuclear #storytime #science #scientists #research

This week on As Told By ADHD, Jamie and Karena bring you the weirdest royal traditions of history. We’re talking doppelgangers, touchy kings, and bunny attacks. We also share a mystery that is still unsolved and has baffled history enthusiasts to this very day. Chapters:00:00 Intro02:25 The Royal Touch21:08 King for a Day35:29 The Royal Hunt48:55 Genghis Khan's Burial01:07:58 Outro Find Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: http://as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHD Find Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370 Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week on As Told By ADHD, Karena tells the tale of a lost civilization that reshaped the history of China... Sanxingdui! Not only did this discovery reshape how 1900's historians saw the country, but also sparked mysterious conversation of who this civilization worshipped, and what caused their mysterious disappearance.As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdYouTube: https://youtube.com/@astoldbyadhd?si=-gPKkNWUPBQWin5B Find Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

How does one of the most advanced civilizations of the ancient world simply vanish?In this episode, we explore what historians know about the Minoan civilization, the theories behind their mysterious disappearance, and what their lasting influence may have been. We also imagine how history might have changed if this remarkable culture had never faded away.Chapters00:00 Intro02:04 Who were the Minoans?26:39 What happened to the Minoans?36:25 Theories40:10 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

What does a war pigeon, a loyal penguin, a battlefield Yorkie, and a dolphin with a prosthetic tail have in common?They’re all real, and their stories sound almost unbelievable.In this episode, Karena and Jamie share the tales of famous animals who left lasting marks on human lives! From DimDim the penguin, who traveled across the ocean to reunite with the man who saved him, to an inspirational dolphin who lost her tail but never gave up, with a couple of war hero animals in between.Chapters00:00 Intro02:42 DimDim the Penguin14:57 Cher Ami the Pigeon27:04 Smokey the Yorkie42:15 Winter The Dolphin53:14 OutroIf you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm, below are resources that can help:U. S. based self harm and Crisis Lifeline : Website : https://988lifeline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=oneboxCall or text : 988Canada based self harm and Crisis prevention : Website : https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/suicide-prevention.htmlCall or text : 988U.K. Based self harm and Crisis Prevention HelplineWebsite : https://spuk.org.uk/national-suicide-prevention-helpline/Call : 0800 587 0800 or 0800 689 0880If you don’t live in these areas, feel free to reach out to us, and we can help you find resources in your area!Find Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week we meet the Count of St. Germain, who has no beginning and no end. He is rich, but the source is unknown. He is a genius and multi-talented, but his teachers and place of education is unknown. People believe he could be a vampire because he never ages... we think that this could be an extreme case of a 1700's Anna Delvey.

What would you do if you found out your surgeon had no medical training?This week, we’re diving into the absolutely unhinged timeline of Ferdinand Waldo Demara, better known as The Great Imposter, a man who lived dozens of lives without the credentials to back any of them up.From monasteries to the Army, the Navy, performing real surgeries with zero training, becoming a professor, landing in prison, and somehow ending up a warden, Fred proved that confidence alone could open almost any door. Chapters00:00 Intro05:52 The Great Imposter : Fred Demara 12:04 Fred is a Monk... The First Time14:16 Fred Joins the US Army14:43 Back to the Monastery18:27 Fred Joins the US Navy This Time21:31 Fred is now Dr. French26:50 Fred... Now a Professor in Pennsylvania29:10 Dr. French, aka Fred, in LA30:38 Fred... Now a Professor in Washington31:15 Fred ARRESTED!!33:00 Fred in Law School33:19 Fred as Dr. Cecil Hamann35:11 Next Stop, Canada36:47 Fred as Dr. Joseph Cyr37:24 Fred Joins the Royal Canadian Navy as Dr. Cyr43:33 Back to America44:50 Fred is Back in Prison... as a Warden45:45 He is Teaching again46:35 Fred's a Film Star48:02 Fred's Final Attempt at an Honest Life53:41 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

What do you do when a job that promises an incredible opportunity ends up slowly killing you?The Radium Girls were the victims of the very opportunity but they weren’t just victims... they were fighters.In this episode, Jamie commemorates the legacy of the Radium Girls of Orange, New Jersey. We discuss their suffering, how the United States Radium Corporation knowingly attempted to cover it up, and the incredibly resilient women who fought back to protect future workers.Content Warning: This episode discusses medical trauma and body horror related to radiation poisoning.Chapters00:00 Intro02:02 A Little Context on Working Women06:20 The Radium Girls of NJ17:16 TW: Body Horror19:03 End TW : Aftermath of Mollie's Death22:42 Attempt at a Cover-up29:35 Radium Girl's Trial 37:14 Radium Girls of Illinois40:25 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

What does it take to change history when the system is stacked against you?In this episode, we talk about the life and legacy of Frances Perkins, a woman who quietly but profoundly reshaped the American workforce. From witnessing the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire to becoming the first woman to serve in a U.S. presidential cabinet, Perkins pushed through sexism, resistance, and doubt to fight for safer working conditions and economic security.Chapters00:00 Intro01:52 Frances Perkins36:12 Just a little banter 44:49 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week on As Told By ADHD, Jamie and Karena share some extremely outrageous beauty trends of history. From Radioactive lipstick and secret beauty poisons to leaches and lye-infused hair treatments, enjoy hearing the details of what those before us were willing to do in the name of beauty.Find Us: As Told By ADHD Socials: TikTok: as.told.by.adhd Instagram: astoldbyadhd Spotify: As Told By ADHD Find Jamie: Instagram: jlmurr4 TikTok: jamiemurray370 Find Karena: Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

In this episode of As Told by ADHD, Jamie and Karena dive into strange laws throughout history and around the world, sorting real rules from popular myths and exploring why they existed in the first place. From unusual public safety laws to cultural traditions tied to respect and social order, the conversation blends humor with historical context and unexpected detours.Chapters00:00 Intro02:13 It is illegal to be drunk in charge of cattle06:54 Animal Trials in Medieval Europe16:10 The Salmon Act of 198619:59 Puritan Law23:20 Sumptuary Laws in Medieval France30:38 Eye Contact in Japan34:39 The Fueiho Law of 194839:57 The Rules of Respect45:07 Wearing Armor in Parliament Is Illegal 51:00 You Need Your Most Special Bucket59:52 Napoleon and the Pig Law Myth01:10:39 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! This week on As Told by ADHD we enter part three of women who changed the world! Karena brings us the story of Elizabeth Cochran, also known as Nellie Bly, who kickstarted investigative journalism.

This week, Jamie continues the unforgettable story of Wu Zetian, the only female emperor in Chinese history. She explores the palace drama that led to Wu becoming empress, how she ruled from behind the scenes during her husband’s reign, and how she eventually became emperor herself, changing the rules and daring anyone to stop her.Chapters00:00 Intro00:43 Wu's Back01:55 Empress Wang's Plan Backfires03:41 Wang and Xiao are Now Frenemies05:09 Scandalous Rumors06:49 The Fall of Empress Wang09:48 Wu Becomes Empress14:08 Even More Scandal, Even More Rumors23:53 The Rise of Wu Zetian40:07 Wu Zetian Becomes Emperor47:00 Legacy of a Badass Woman50:15 OutroFind Us:As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

In this episode of As Told by ADHD, Jamie paints a picture of the complicated but wildly impressive life of Wu Zetian, the first and only woman to ever rule China as emperor. You’ll learn where she came from, the rigid rules of the empire, and the palace drama and political chaos that shaped her rise to power.Part two will cover the rest of her story and how she changed the world, coming next week!Chapters00:00 Intro02:09 The First and Only Empress of China08:43 Wu Zetian before the palace15:28 Start TW17:24 End TW21:11 The Emperor's Family Drama23:52 Wu leaves the palace25:14 Unexpected love story27:52 Palace Drama30:06 Wu is back baby!31:33 OutroYou can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

In this episode, Jamie tells the story of a Cold War–era battle of egos between the world’s most powerful leaders and how it led to Project A119, a top-secret U.S. government plan that seriously considered nuking the moon as a show of power.Chapters00:00 Intro01:08 Project A11904:06 The Cold War Context12:03 They Want to Nuke the Moon16:59 The Commission of Project A119 Research31:46 What could happen if the moon went boom?35:25 How it went from Classified to Unclassified41:23 What do you think could have happened?44:59 OutroYou can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week on As Told by ADHD, we enter part one of space stuff. Does it actually have anything to do with space? Kind of? In this episode Karena shares tidbits on how water is the ultimate victim of the moon by diving into some real-life accounts… #astoldbyadhd #comedy #science #storytime #podcast #bestfriendpodcast #phenomenon #spaceYou can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week, we unravel the disappearance of the Queen of Mystery herself. In December 1926, Agatha Christie vanished for eleven days. Jamie walks us through the timeline of Agatha’s disappearance, what we know, what we think we know, and all the twists that make this case feel eerily like one of her own novels.The world absolutely lost its mind. Newspapers, volunteers, police, and even other authors got involved. Was it stress? A breakdown? A publicity stunt? Revenge? Or something much stranger?Chapters00:00 Intro01:18 Who is Agatha Christie05:37 Agatha's Early Life19:33 Agatha's Tide Turns23:48 Missing Person : Agatha Chrisie36:57 Agatha Christie Found52:34 OutroYou can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week on As Told By ADHD, Karena tells us the story of five men who travel together to watch their favorite sport, basketball, and were never seen again...You can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

In this episode, we unravel the absolute fever dream that was the failed utopia, Fordlandia! A place where one billionaire tried to control his workers, their food, and even nature. It’s the story of a "utopia" built by a man we completely and utterly disagree with, who might have had a decent idea… but executed it in the worst way possible.Chapters00:00 Intro02:30 The Beginning of the End05:22 Introducing... Henry Ford15:18 Rubber Trees20:00 Building His Dream Into a Reality 32:36 Henry's Rules and Regulations46:33 The Riot53:09 The Blight Leading to Complete Failure01:01:21 OutroYou can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

This week we enter part one of utopias that failed miserably due to greed, control, and flatware? Karena takes us to 1800's upstate New York where a man we call No Yes believed he could create the perfect-sinless world.

Ever wonder how some of the most familiar things got their start? In this episode, Jamie and Karena dig into the surprising stories behind everyday icons. From the Eiffel Tower, once hated by Parisians and now the pride of France, to the haunting origins of the CPR dummy, modeled after a mysterious woman who drowned in the Seine, these tales are anything but ordinary.Chapters00:00 Intro04:45 The Eiffel Tower18:27 The Most Kissed Face: The CPR Dummy38:55 OutroYou can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

Get ready for chills, laughs, and maybe a few goosebumps! In this Halloween special, Jamie tells the dark legend of the Busby Stoop Chair! The so-called “Chair of Death” that cursed anyone brave (or foolish) enough to sit in it. Meanwhile, Karena gives us chills with The Tallman Haunting and its spooky bunk bed!From mysterious deaths to haunted furniture, Jamie and Karena unravel stories that blur the line between history and horror. Along the way, they share their own eerie encounters, debate the supernatural, and sprinkle in their signature humor to keep things just spooky enough. 👻Chapters00:00 Intro with the Halloween Spirit02:44 The Legend of The Busby Stoop Chair14:45 The Alleged Deaths Connected to Busby Chair32:26 The Tallman Haunting53:05 Our Paranormal Experiences58:56 Outro With Halloween Spirit You can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4Tik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

This week, Jamie and Karena are getting ready for spooky season with forgotten children’s stories. Karena shares the tale of The Wonderful Sheep, a fairytale full of envy, curses, and transformations, while Jamie terrifies us with The New Mother—a haunting reminder of what happens when curiosity goes too far. These forgotten children’s stories prove that old tales still have plenty to teach us… even if they’re a little spooky. 👻You can watch this episode on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/@AsToldbyADHDAs Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4Tik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

In this episode, Jamie and Karena dig into the stories of two unforgettable women in history. From the Pretty Pants Bandit of the Great Depression to Victorian con artist Madame Sarah Rachel Russell, they uncover how crime, beauty standards, and scandal shaped their legacies and why those themes still feel so familiar today.As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: jlmurr4Tik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

This week, we talk about a fallen kingdom, and no its not the fall of the Han Dynasty or the Roman Empire... Karena shares the story of a kingdom that falls in a blink of an eye, but still exists to this day. Join us and learn about the fall of the Tavolara Kingdom. As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

This week, Jamie paints a picture of the unbelievable story of the Aztec Empire—how it rose, how it fell, and all the drama in between. From the cultural roots of the Aztecs to La Malinche’s complicated role alongside Hernán Cortés, it’s a tale full of power, betrayal, and some pretty bad decisions.Come take this journey and learn how the Spaniards’ tactical advantages, Emperor Moctezuma II’s lack of action, and smallpox all played a huge part in the collapse of the Aztec Empire.As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

Why do cats purr, cacti have spines, and crows hold funerals? And what’s the deal with spiders having hair, how can owls turning their heads like exorcist dolls, and what's the first Milkshake flavor?This week Jamie and Karena dive into the weird questions that keep us up at night—from canaries in coal mines to goosebumps, keyboards, and why waving meant “don’t stab me.” Come for the random facts, stay for the ADHD tangents.As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

This week on As Told By ADHD we learned about the lengths some will go to for the sake of fame, money, and… dictatorships? We learn of a Filipino tribe that caught the attention of the world, and how that attention could have been a catalyst into a historically dark time for the Philippines.As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

Ever wonder what happens when a fake alien invasion sounds a little too real? This week, Jamie tells Karena the wild story of the radio broadcast by Orson Welles, War of the Worlds from 1938. From the build-up to the famous “invasion,” to the panic it caused, Jamie breaks down what really happened that night.Along the way, the two chat about how media messes with our brains, why people freaked out, and what this whole hoax can still teach us today. As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

In this episode, Karena and Jamie delve into the fascinating origins of deities, focusing on the Yoruba mythology and the stories of Oshun, the goddess of love and fresh water, and Kanaloa, the ocean master. They explore the cultural significance of these deities, their creation myths, and the balance of feminine and masculine energies in mythology. The conversation emphasizes the importance of nurturing and compassion in creation, as well as the need to recognize and honor the roles of women in mythology and society.As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

This week, we enter part two of How Things Got Their Names learning about a Viking's dead tooth that shaped history and a fruit that had an unlikely pairing to body anatomy??? As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

In 1973, a Stockholm bank robbery led to a shocking twist: the hostages seemed to defend their captors. The media called it Stockholm Syndrome. In this episode, we dive into the story that sparked one of psychology’s most debated terms. Was it really about love for a captor—or a media-fueled myth? Join us as we untangle fact from fiction, sprinkle in some dark humor, and explore how Stockholm Syndrome got its name.As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

This week, Jamie takes the mic for part two of Cults! Pack your passport as we head to Asia to meet Aum Shinrikyo’s leader — a blind, “floating” guru who somehow managed to be peaceful, murderous, and terrifying… all at the same time.

EPISODE 17: In this part-one episode on As Told By ADHD, Karena takes first dive into the world of cults! It starts with one Florida man’s big ego and ends in… well, you’ll see. Karena and Jamie talk about what makes people join, what keeps them in, and how easy it is to miss the red flags… especially when groups promise purpose and healing. As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhd-Instagram: astoldbyadhd-Spotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:-Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_Murray-TikTok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:-Instagram: KarenaGabsB -TikTok: Karena.Bridgett

Season Premiere – After a long hiatus, Karena and Jamie return to the mic after a year and a half hiatus with unexpected stories, surprising connections, and their signature offbeat charm. From aerospace to pop icons, they dive into the hidden threads tying some of your favorite celebrities together, and reflect on how family, fame, and legacy collide in the most unpredictable ways.As Told By ADHD Socials:TikTok: as.told.by.adhdInstagram: astoldbyadhdSpotify: As Told By ADHDFind Jamie:Instagram: Jamie_Lynn_murrayTik Tok: jamiemurray370Find Karena:Instagram: KarenaGabsB Tik Tok: Karena.Bridgett

This week, Karena and Jamie discuss strange phenomena. For the first time in As Told By ADHD history, Karena goes first!! She talks about Gamma Rays and space explosion! While Jamie gets deep with the origin of the Bystander Effect, what really happened and how we can be the change that can possibly save lives.

This week Karena and Jamie talk about professions that no longer exist! From lamp lighter to leach collectors and more!

This episode covers old wives tales including the origin of Jack-O-Lanterns and why our ancestors buried the dead with gold or coins.

This week, Jamie teaches us about the Holi Festival, also known as the color festival in India. Karena enlightens us with the Vardavar festival from Armenia.

In our part two of infamous landmarks, Karena describes what makes The Cecil Hotel, now known as The Stay on Main, an infamous landmark. This episode was recorded the same day as part one so our lovely friend Ksusha.

This week, Jamie explains the infamous landmark, Chernobyl. with her guest Ksusha! She goes in depth about how this disaster happened and the aftermath Part two, out next week, Karena will tell us about her infamous landmark.