The Digressor

Most people know the Great War. But how well do we really know the first world war? The answer may not be where you expect.

When people talk about the birth of movie sound, one title always gets the spotlight. But history has a twist, because another film beat it there first.

We often think certain moments began with the age of modern media. But the truth reaches much further back. In this episode, we uncover the earliest known assassination ever captured on film, a moment recorded decades before most people realize such a thing was even possible.

One broadcasted tragedy became an entire generation’s defining memory. But decades before that, another moment quietly reshaped the future of news.

Soft drinks feel timeless, but their origin story is anything but simple. This episode explores where that story truly begins.

Before competition and confessionals took over television, one show quietly captured real life as it was. And what it revealed changed everything.

Before Hollywood learned how to handle a scandal, one case shocked the nation and nearly ended a star’s career. But the real story began much earlier than anyone remembers.

Before air travel became routine, one flight turned the impossible into reality. But every legend begins somewhere, and this one began not where you thought.

The moment sound was captured, everything changed. At least, that’s how the story usually goes.

It started with a broadcast on the radio. The panic that followed would change how the world trusted what it heard.

We're going to be doing things a little differently this season.

The Pacific Coast is beautiful… but it also has a dark side. From elusive serial killers haunting the Bay Area to mysterious figures watching hikers from cliffs, this area is rife with secrets. I’m Trevor, and this is Oddly Pacific, a podcast exploring the mysteries that drift along the Pacific shoreline. Our first season begins on Wednesday August 27, with a new episode every Wednesday until October 29. But in the meantime, subscribe anywhere you listen to podcasts and join me for a journey into the strange and...Oddly Pacific...

On the season five finale, I am joined by my old friend, Vicki from Scotland, as we discuss the real Braveheart, as well as Scotland in general."Robert the Bruce was the Real Life 'Braveheart'" by Weird History

Anne Frank was just a teenager, but her diary revealed a world of fear, hope, and extraordinary insight. In this episode, we explore her life, the hidden annex, and the enduring power of her words.

The Star Wars prequels were once mocked and misunderstood, but beneath the awkward lines and galactic politics lies a story of power, fear, and one of the darkest tragedies in sci-fi. In this episode, we revisit the prequel trilogy with fresh eyes, explore how Revenge of the Sith channels Shakespearean drama, and look at how The Clone Wars helped us finally see these films in a new light.

Elisa Lam was not a mystery—she was a person. In this episode, we look beyond the viral elevator footage and explore who Elisa really was, while examining the media portrayals that turned her life and death into spectacle. It’s time to remember her with empathy.Elisa Lam's Tumblr

Before the blast, there were warnings. This is the story of how a series of stand-offs led to an unforgettable tragedy.

Darby Crash was the founder of the punk band, Germs, in the late 1970s.

The fourth phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe covers the aftermath of the Snap. It was the introduction of Disney+ MCU shows.

The story of Liberty Bell 7: Gus Grissom's harrowing suborbital flight, the premature hatch detonation, and the dramatic loss and recovery of a historic spacecraft.In Search of Liberty Bell 7 - Dicovery Channel documentary on YouTube.

The Cola Wars was the rivalry between The Coca-Cola Company and PepsiCo, which led to aggressive ad campaigns, taste tests, and celebrity endorsements.

Christine Chubbuck was a reporter in Florida who made headlines in the 1970s for doing something shocking live on air.Real audio of the incident

This is the story of Walt Disney's original mascot, and how they lost him and got him back.Alice ComediesDisney's Oswald Shorts  

Cái tên Nguyễn Xuân Son gần đây có sức hút mạnh mẽ, bởi đây là một chân sút lợi hại bậc nhất lịch sử V-League. Liên đoàn Bóng đá Việt Nam (VFF) cũng chính thức triệu tập cầu thủ nhập tịch Nguyễn Xuân Son (Rafaelson - gốc Brazil) vào đội tuyển VN.

Son del Berrocal, Oldhands, Gato con Jotas, Niño indigo, familia Vargas, Charly Gonzalez, Chloe Bird, Boyo, Luz Castela, Dario Gonzalez y Niñato Kabron, Mind traveller, Michael Duran y Bellotaris fallecidos. Con Lorenzo Gonzalez y Óscar Trigoso.

My original plan was to do my usual improvised Christmas Eve episode with a guest, but our schedules never lined up. It felt weird not at least posting something on Christmas, so here we are. I'll also be taking a short break after this. Think of this as a mid-season finale.

It was either I do this episode or create a third podcast where I talk about gaming. I don't have time for a third podcast, so I made this episode. In it, I discuss things from the announcement of the Switch, my history with it, the different games I like and don't like, as well as ponder the future of Nintendo.

I am joined once again by Abigail from the Manic Pixie Wierdo Podcast as we discuss American propaganda. We begin with the education system and go in all sorts of directions with it. Also, keep in mind that this episode was recorded on 3 June 2022, so there are things we referenced that are now out of date. Check out Abigail's podcast, The Manic Pixie Wierdo.

Un certain Ludovic Girodon, qui se présente sur Twitter comme « formateur, conférencier au service des managers et de leurs équipes » m’a rappelé combien le jargon en vogue dans ce milieu est dramatiquement infantilisant.Un podcast de Michel LitoutMusique générique : Drugs of Choice by Hans Atom (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/hansatom/58370 Ft: Colin Mutchler

From late 1966 until December 1967, a creature known as Mothman terrorized the residents of Point Pleasant, West Virginia. Was this creature benevolent? Did it warn of tragedy? In this episode, I tell a very summarized version of the story, as well as discuss other cryptids.

I honestly can't believe it's taken me this long to do an episode about Zelda. In this episode, I talk about my personal history with the Zelda series, as well as going over the controversial Zelda Timeline.

I'm joined this episode by Abigail from The Manic Pixie Weirdo podcast as we discuss Taylor Swift. We cover everything from how she got started to the reason she is rerecording her first five albums and the behind-the-scenes issues with the music industry. As well as digressing into other topics, because it's this show so of course we did. Check out Abigail's podcast, The Manic Pixie Wierdo.

Phase Three of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is where the story had been heading from the beginning. It all came down to this moment! We're in the endgame now!

It's been eight months since I started my hiatus. Season Four is going to be different from previous seasons, and I used this minisode as kind of an introduction to explain the changes.

In this episode, I discuss my favourite video games. This is technically part three of the trilogy of episodes. I explain in the episode why it's different from the other two.

I am joined once again by Emery, where we once again get more serious than we meant to by accident.

In this episode, I discuss my favourite movie (and two show) soundtracks. This is part two of a trilogy of episodes.

“Faith Without Works - Part 2" - Rev. Dr. Robert C. Scott - October 28, 2021 - TNT ONLINE LIVE REPLAY

"The Blessing Of Hard Times" - Reverend Dr. Robert C. Scott - October 3, 2021

In this episode, I look back at the early internet.

My first episode in a month and five days, it's basically a general update. I discuss why it's been so long, what I've been up to, as well as digressing to the point of talking about the new Home Alone in more detail than even Disney talked about.

For my first episode living in San Francisco, Emery joins me together in person as we discuss the positive and negative effects of social media and cancel culture, as well as digress a bit and discuss our favourite shows.

In this episode, I discuss the games that were announced at E3 2021.

In this minisode, I discuss bizarre food combinations I've made throughout my life.

I am joined once again by Emery. Joining us is our friend Michaela. She recently graduated after studying to become a music therapist, and she's here today to talk about music therapy.

In this episode, I discuss UFOs, aliens, and Area 51.

This is by far the most personal episode I've ever done. I tell the story of the time I was in the hospital for awhile.

This is a collection of old SoundCloud recordings from eight to six years ago.

On this episode, I discuss the story of the Hindenburg and the Hindenburg class airships.

In this episode, I discuss things I like that other people don't.