Twisted History 101 Podcast

A podcast dedicated to sharing the stories, people, and events in history that might be a little twisted. Brought to you by two history nerds who happen to be twins! Let Waldina and Wendy guide you down different paths of history that are shrouded in mystery, conspiracy and even a few beheadings the only way they know how! With humor, sass and a whole lot of opinions. Tyrants, true crime, myths and legends are all on deck on the Twisted History 101 Podcast. Take your seats students, class is in session!

Ep. 38 - Elizabeth Bathory 12/21/2020

Ep. 38 - Elizabeth Bathory Do you know the woman that is said to have inspired Bram Stoker's Dracula was named Elizabeth Bathory and she really existed. Come with your favorite history geeks as we unravel the sordid history of one of the most prolific serial killers (allegedly) that ever lived. Blood, betrayal and more are all on deck in this episode. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/17270123

Ep. 37 - The Lost Colony of Roanoke 12/14/2020

Ep. 37 - The Lost Colony of Roanoke They came. They stayed. They disappeared. In 1587, 115 colonists vanished without a trace with only a single word left behind as a clue. Join us as we delve into our history's very first unsolved mystery.- The Lost Colony of Roanoke. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/17174723

Ep. 36 - Jack The Ripper Pt. 3 11/16/2020

Ep. 36 - Jack The Ripper Pt. 3 On the finale of our reign of terror with Jack The Ripper, please join us as we wrap up the sordid details of this historic crime. Who was Jack The Ripper? Though the case wasn’t solved we do have thoughts on who it could be, and we also delve into the impact of his crimes on society. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/16821917

Ep. 35 - Horror Movie Survival 10/31/2020

Ep. 35 - Horror Movie Survival Have you ever sat there watching a crazy horror movie and thought...puh-lease, I’d survive that! Especially on Halloween? Well we do too! All the time. But what do our friends think? Well, tune in because finally, Wendy, Waldina, Casey and Patrick are all in the same room and we listed 25 all time classic horror movies and discussed whether we think we would survive them and THEN see what the others thought! Let’s just say, we didn’t all agree! Tune in and HAPPY Halloween! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/16619408

Ep. 34 - Jack The Ripper Pt. 2 10/12/2020

Ep. 34 - Jack The Ripper Pt. 2 In episode two we continue with the terrible crimes of Jack the Ripper and explore victims #2 and #3, or Annie Chapman and Elizabeth Stride respectively. His crimes are bloody, daring and continue to confound police and detectives at this time. Don’t miss out on episode 2 of Jack the Ripper and his bloody reign of Terror. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/16357394

Ep. 33 - Jack The Ripper 10/05/2020

Ep. 33 - Jack The Ripper The Jack The Ripper murders occurred way back in 1888 in London’s East End and although we are talking about over 130 years ago, we are still fascinated by his awful crimes. Maybe it’s because he was never caught. Maybe it’s because he targeted only women in the darkest of nights in the hardest of professions. Maybe it’s because the press never let us forget him...whatever the reason, join your faithful twin sisters as we explore the mystery of Jack the Ripper and discuss his bloody reign of Terror. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/16266395

Ep. 32- Winchester Mystery House 08/09/2020

Ep. 32- Winchester Mystery House You know how we love a good haunted house...(insert creepy door sound and howling winds!) Grab your rifles and join us as we discuss the Winchester Mystery House and why it's more than just another typical haunted mansion! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/15541448

Ep. 31- Hamilton The Movie 07/26/2020

Ep. 31- Hamilton The Movie Join us as we discuss the genius of Hamilton the musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda and why everyone should watch it! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/15316808

Ep. 30 - The Seven Seals of the Apocalypse 07/19/2020

Ep. 30 - The Seven Seals of the Apocalypse Has 2020 felt a little Apocalyptic to you? Have you stopped and thought...did someone break one of the Seven Seals that means its THE END? Maybe you just don't know anything about the Book of Revelations and one of the most debated biblical chapters ever written by man. Join us as we delve into the history and prophecies of one of the scariest works ever written--The SEVEN SEALS OF THE APOCALYPSE in the Book of Revelations. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/15260330

Ep. 29 - Matthew Henson 07/12/2020

Ep. 29 - Matthew Henson Matthew Henson was the first American to stand on top of the North Pole in 1909. He was a skilled sailor, craftsman, linguist, and arctic survivalist. A life that was truly amazing from the very beginning, he weathered harsh conditions (both physical and societal) and with so much against him, Henson and four Inuit teammates managed to plant the stars and stripes at the top of the world. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/15168863

Ep. 28 - Living In History 06/10/2020

Ep. 28 - Living In History An open discussion on race in America and the current climate of protests calling out police brutality, systematic racism, and why Black Lives Matter. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/14773355

Ep. 27 - Rats! 05/24/2020

Ep. 27 - Rats! The mere thought of this pest sends your “ick” factor skyrocketing. We know. But rats are more than just diabolical mammals. They are part of our human history in every way, and in some cases, their effect on our species defines whether we live or die. Come with us as Waldina takes us on a rat infested journey starting in NYC and leads us to corners of history. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/14530979

Ep. 26 - Marie LaVeau: The Voodoo Queen of New Orleans 05/17/2020

Ep. 26 - Marie LaVeau: The Voodoo Queen of New Orleans Music, magic, and mystery surround the life of one of New Orleans' most famous citizens, Marie LaVeau, the Voodoo Queen of New Orleans. Join us as we delve into the magic and mystery of her life and how she changed the very fabric of New Orleans forever. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/14443724

Ep. 25 - The Grisly Case of the Borden Murders 05/10/2020

Ep. 25 - The Grisly Case of the Borden Murders Take a trip to Fall River with us as we explore the life and infamy of Lizzie Borden and why some nursery rhymes are too creepy to sing out loud. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/14351261

Ep. 24 - The Black Death 05/03/2020

Ep. 24 - The Black Death The year is 1347 and the black plague decimates all parts of the known world. Join us as Waldina takes us down the dark history of the bubonic plague. Explore the real history of how the very first pandemic almost wiped out all of mankind. Oh, don’t forget the rats! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/14251067

Ep. 23 - Rome: The Top 5 Worst Roman Emperors Pt. 2 04/27/2020

Ep. 23 - Rome: The Top 5 Worst Roman Emperors Pt. 2 In part two of our latest Roman episode, Waldina rounds out the countdown of the worst Roman emperors that ever ruled. How much worse can it get? Oh friends...it can get really bad. There’s a reason why Joaquin Phoenix made a certain emperor quite famous. Come hear the conclusion of our countdown and you decide...who’s your #1? /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/14055362

Ep. 22 - Rome: The Top 5 Worst Roman Emperors Pt. 1 04/20/2020

Ep. 22 - Rome: The Top 5 Worst Roman Emperors Pt. 1 Because, who doesn’t love a countdown, right? In part one of the TH101 Countdown of the five worst Roman Emperors, Waldina takes us through her top picks that helped to ruin all of Rome. We talk about murder, conspiracy, incest and so much poison! Et Tu Brute? Come tag along for the ride as we explore some of the worst rulers that ever wore a toga. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/14055320

Ep. 21 - Season Two Intro 04/19/2020

Ep. 21 - Season Two Intro We are back for Season 2 of the Twisted History 101 Podcast! Did you miss us as much as we missed you? Take a listen to a quick preview of what’s in store this season. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/14055269

Ep. 20 - Krampus: The Demon Shadow of Christmas 12/23/2019

Ep. 20 - Krampus: The Demon Shadow of Christmas We are back just in time for Christmas as the TH101 crew takes on the legend of the Krampus! Learn all about it's origins and how it is observed still to this day! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/12515771

Ep. 18 - The Stanley Hotel - Haunted America Pt. 2 10/27/2019

Ep. 18 - The Stanley Hotel - Haunted America Pt. 2 In part two of our Haunted America series, Wendy will take us to the Hotel that inspired one of Stephen King's most famous works! Is the Stanley Hotel as haunted as the Overlook Hotel that we know so well? Only one way to find out! Check in if you dare. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11794697

Ep. 19 - The Pennhurst Asylum - Haunted America Pt. 3 10/27/2019

Ep. 19 - The Pennhurst Asylum - Haunted America Pt. 3 In the final installment of our Haunted America series, Wendy takes us to one of the most haunted places in America. Its sordid history is only one part of the history of Pennhurst Asylum. There's a lot to be scared of, but if you joined is for parts one and two, you gotta finish the trilogy and take a listen to the last part of our travels. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11794706

Ep. 17 - The Missouri State Penitentiary - Haunted America Pt. 1 10/24/2019

Ep. 17 - The Missouri State Penitentiary - Haunted America Pt. 1 In part one of our Haunted America series, Wendy will take you to one of the most haunted places in the United States: The Missouri State Penitentiary that today not only gives guided tours, but also gives ghost tours! And for good reason. Let’s explore why this prison, that’s almost 170 years old gives people the heebie jeebies when they go visit it. And after you listen, let us know if YOU would dare spend the night there. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11763737

Ep. 16 - The Legend & Curse Of La Llorona 10/24/2019

Ep. 16 - The Legend & Curse Of La Llorona The legend and the curse of La Llorona has been scaring generations of people from Mexico, Central and South America for generations. It hasn’t been until recently that a whole new audience has learned about La Llorona and why she keeps us up late at night. But...do you know who she really was? Let Waldina take you down her legend and her curse and who she might really have been. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11763581

After Party! The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 3 10/22/2019

After Party! The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 3 As always in our after party sessions, it’s a no holds barred taken on what we just learned wrapping up the Salem Witch Trials trilogy! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11746937

Ep. 15 - The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 3 10/20/2019

Ep. 15 - The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 3 The trifecta is completed, as Wendy goes into detail about the after effects of the witch trials. Find out the repercussions and if any long-lasting curses that may have fallen upon all of those involved! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11707364

Ep. 13 - After-Party! The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 2 10/16/2019

Ep. 13 - After-Party! The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 2 As always in our after party sessions, it’s a no holds barred taken on what we just learned! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11555129

Ep. 14 - The Amityville Horror 10/13/2019

Ep. 14 - The Amityville Horror Waldina breaks down what really went on in that infamous house that we all know and love! Countless people have weighed in on the Lutz family story on television, documentaries and the blackhole that is the internet. Was it all a hoax? Or was the house possessed by some kind of malignant force hell bent on destroying two different families? Come join Wendy, Waldina and Patrick and find out the truth! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11555135

Ep. 12 - The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 2 10/13/2019

Ep. 12 - The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 2 In part two, Wendy leads us back down the rabbit hole to pick up where we left off in Salem Village where they were fast running out of space in the jails for all of the accused witches. /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11555132

After-Party! The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 1 10/09/2019

After-Party! The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 1 As always, join Wendy, Waldina, Casey and Patrick in diving a little deeper into our personal views on the lesson we just had. We explore our opinions without having to break the flow of continuity of an episode. How do we really feel about what was going on? We let it all hang out! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11491502

The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 1 10/06/2019

The Salem Witch Trials Pt. 1 In the first part of our Salem Witch Trials series, Wendy helps set the stage for one of our favorite topics! Witches!!! In this episode, we begin to explore the beginning of one of the most insane times in our history, the infamous Salem Witch trials. A time when young girls and women pointed the finger at neighbors over 300 years ago. How do regular people get swept up in a madness that left 20 people dead and hundreds of others effected? Come find out! /episode/index/show/twistedhistory101/id/11491505

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