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Histories
by Angelo Velez
This is “Histories”, a little corner of mine where I ramble on about whatever strange, interesting, and entertaining historical stories I find. Listen in for glimpses into the near and distant past, where the unbelievable is all too real.
Episodes
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The Pirate's Hidden Treasure
In this episode, I dive into the mystery of Olivier Levasseur, the infamous pirate “La Buse,” who left behind a cryptic message said to reveal the location of his hidden treasure. From daring heists to unsolved puzzles, we explore his life, the legendary cryptogram, and the treasure hunt that’s...
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The Cursed Physicist: The Curious Case of Wolfgang Pauli
In this episode, I uncover the fascinating story of Wolfgang Pauli, a brilliant physicist whose very presence seemed to wreak havoc on lab equipment, earning him the infamous "Pauli Effect" reputation. Was it superstition, coincidence, or something more mysterious? From exploding machinery to...
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Revolutionary Spies - The Culper Ring
In this episode, I dive into the shadowy world of espionage during the American Revolution, exploring the incredible story of the Culper Ring. These everyday heroes—farmers, shopkeepers, and tavern owners—risked their lives with secret codes, invisible ink, and laundry signals to outwit the…
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Dance Till You're Dead: The Dancing Plague of 1518
In this episode, I dive into one of the strangest events in history - the Dancing Plague of 1518. Picture it: hundreds of people in 16th-century Strasbourg, dancing uncontrollably for days on end, some even to the point of death. Was it mass hysteria, poisoned bread, or divine punishment? Join me...
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The Peasant and his Pebble Palace
In this episode, I share the incredible story of Ferdinand Cheval, a humble postman from southeastern France who built a palace with nothing but his hands, stones, and a whole lotta patience. It’s a tale of relentless determination and the power of dreams, proving that no vision is too…
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Intro Episode
Hello! I'm Angelo, and welcome to Histories. Born from my love of history and my habit of talking, the "Histories" podcast was made. Here, I uncover strange, fascinating tales from our past that don’t show up in textbooks. Unlike Star Wars or Dune, these stories really happened! I explore the...
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Space Fight Over Nuremberg
In this episode, I delve into the bizarre and fascinating event that took place in the skies above Nuremberg in 1561. Witnesses reported seeing a celestial battle involving mysterious orbs, tubes, and a massive black spear, leading to mass hysteria and sensational broadsheet reports. I explore…
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The Spark Ranger
In this episode, I recount the astonishing and tragic life of Roy Sullivan, a man who was struck by lightning seven times throughout his life. Hear about the details of each strike, along with Sullivan's remarkable perseverance and resilience despite the repeated near-death experiences.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is “Histories”, a little corner of mine where I ramble on about whatever strange, interesting, and entertaining historical stories I find. Listen in for glimpses into the near and distant past, where the unbelievable is all too real.
HOSTED BY
Angelo Velez
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Histories currently has 8 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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This is “Histories”, a little corner of mine where I ramble on about whatever strange, interesting, and entertaining historical stories I find. Listen in for glimpses into the near and distant past, where the unbelievable is all too real.
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Histories has 8 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Histories is created and hosted by Angelo Velez.
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