History Unhinged: Rainy Day Rabbit Holes
Looking for a funny podcast that makes history wild, weird, and unforgettable?
History Unhinged: Rainy Day Rabbit Holes is the best history podcast for fans of outrageous true stories, ridiculous history, and unfiltered humor—with the occasional dip into true crime.
Hosts Shea and Jody dig up the strangest moments in American history, with a special love for the Pacific Northwest and the rest of Western North America. From haunted ghost towns and scandalous figures to bizarre disasters and a sprinkle of true crime, no rabbit hole is off-limits!
History doesn’t have to be boring—especially when it’s filled with laughter, chaos, and jaw-dropping stories they didn’t teach in school.
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 44 minutes
- Episodes
- 116
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
33. Summer of Saucers: UFOs and The Men In Black in the PNW
In the summer of 1947, the skies over Maury Island, Washington, just north of Tacoma, held secrets that would captivate a nation. It all began when private pilot Kenneth Arnold reported seeing a stri…
01:05:08 |
Wed 22 May 2024
32. Haunted by History: The Tale of the Bellingham Curse
In the quiet town of Bellingham, nestled in the misty forests of the Pacific Northwest, whispers linger in the air, carrying tales of a curse that haunts its streets. Among these whispers are echoes …
00:47:31 |
Wed 15 May 2024
31. Sin in the Sanctuary: Religious Sexy Time in Normandy Park
When does a religious group become a cult? In this episode, we venture into the scandalous world of the Community Chapel and Bible Training Center, nestled in the quiet community of Normandy Park, Wa…
00:39:00 |
Wed 08 May 2024
30. The Grave Truth of Seattle's E.R. Butterworth's Mortuary Empire
Jody's back! It's good to be together again! Make sure to listen all the way to the end for a trip back to the 1990's. Delve into the enigmatic tale of E.R. Butterworth, a figure shrouded in mystery…
00:37:23 |
Wed 01 May 2024
29. Mayhem and the Mob: Grit City's Dark Past
It's time to talk Tacoma-with Shea's brother Jason! Step back in time to 1970s Tacoma, Washington—aka Grit City—where the Top of the Ocean restaurant arson ignited a firestorm of controversy. Join us…
00:56:28 |
Wed 24 Apr 2024
28. Starvation Heights and Linda Hazzard: Quack Doctor or Murderer?
Gifted healer? Or serial killer? In the misty woods of Olalla, Washington, lurks the remains of a truly terrifying place, where patients were starved to death under the care of an ambitious woman, L…
00:45:24 |
Wed 17 Apr 2024
27. From Salem to Victoria: The Evolution of a Satanic Panic-Part 2
Part 1 available now on Effed Up History! Listen to Part 1 first! https://open.spotify.com/show/02rG1jbgTKvvCLE33S6QvJ?si=3c0ef33553d84746 This episode is a continuation of a conversation with Krysti…
01:52:19 |
Thu 11 Apr 2024
Does Oregon have an active serial killer? UPDATE!
There is a little news in the case of Jesse Lee Calhoun, a man who might be connected (allegedly) to the deaths of at least four women in the greater Portland metro area. Tune in for a quick update p…
00:13:12 |
Wed 10 Apr 2024
26. Release the Kraken! Sea Monsters of the Salish Sea
Rainy Day Rabbit Holes: Unhinged History with Shea & Jody
Episode 26: Release the Kraken! Sea Monsters of the Salish SeaEpisode Summary:
In this episode, Shea and Jody dive deep into the murky waters o…
Episode 26: Release the Kraken! Sea Monsters of the Salish SeaEpisode Summary:
In this episode, Shea and Jody dive deep into the murky waters o…
00:39:58 |
Wed 03 Apr 2024
25. Hogging the Headlines: Rooting Out the Truth of the Pig Wars
It's our 25th episode!!! What happens when you batch record three episodes in one morning? This hot mess express! Today, Shea tells you all about how the San Juan Islands of Washington almost fell t…
00:54:17 |
Wed 27 Mar 2024
24. Ruby Ridge and the Pink Glitter Militia
Beautiful mountains, gorgeous lakes and waterfalls, epic hikes, mouth-watering craft beer, steamy hot springs.... Idaho's got it all....plus militias! Today, Jody tells us about how Ruby Ridge became…
00:47:59 |
Wed 20 Mar 2024
23. Humongous Fungus: This Mushroom Is A Mass Murderer
Hold onto your mushroom caps! Did you know that Oregon is home to the world's largest organism? Deep in the Blue Mountains an ancient killer is at work under the soil, spreading it's deadly tendrils …
00:40:03 |
Wed 13 Mar 2024
22. Stanley Quencher Madness: #emotionalsupportwaterbottle
Step into the whirlwind of the Stanley Quencher water bottle craze! In this episode, we unravel the phenomenon that turned a simple hydration tool into a cultural icon. Discover what sparked the fren…
00:56:04 |
Wed 06 Mar 2024
Rainy Day Rabbit Holes Trailer
Wondering if you should listen to Rainy Day Rabbit Holes? Well of course the answer is yes! Do you like to laugh while you learn? Then this podcast is for you. Do you like your history hysterical? Th…
00:02:01 |
Thu 29 Feb 2024
21. Cascadian Conjurer: Ray Gamble, Millionaire Magician of Tacoma
It's Rainy Day Rabbit Holes story time, with professor of Pacific Northwest history Michael Sullivan. Michael leads us on a journey through the spellbinding world of Ray Gamble, Tacoma's own milliona…
01:22:08 |
Wed 28 Feb 2024
20. Zula Swanson: Alaska’s Black Land Queen & Brothel Boss
Discover the untold story of Zula Swanson, a trailblazing entrepreneur who became Alaska’s largest Black landowner and a powerful businesswoman. From running a high-profile brothel to shaping the reg…
00:38:27 |
Wed 21 Feb 2024
19. Lou Graham: Seattle’s Powerful Madam & Secret Philanthropist
Seattle’s early history wouldn’t be the same without Lou Graham, the city’s most misunderstood madam and business mogul. While many remember her for running one of Seattle’s most luxurious brothels, …
00:31:51 |
Wed 14 Feb 2024
18. Something Strange is Afoot: The Salish Sea Feet Mysteries
Join us for a toe-tally intriguing episode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes where we dive deep into the baffling phenomenon of the Salish Sea Feet Discoveries! Since 2007, detached human feet have been wash…
00:39:41 |
Wed 07 Feb 2024
17. Crater Lake Mysteries: It's Kind of Like an Intergalactic Crime Scene
In this riveting episode, we dive deep into the enigmatic and mysterious occurrences surrounding Crater Lake, one of the most beautiful yet baffling locations in the United States. Known for its stun…
01:21:01 |
Wed 31 Jan 2024
16. I Didn't Order Boobs In My Coffee! The History of Starbucks & the Coffee Wars
Uncover the caffeinated chronicles of the Pacific Northwest! From Seattle's own Starbucks' humble beginnings to the coffee wars and the sexy world of bikini baristas. Sip on the stories that brewed a…
00:58:43 |
Wed 24 Jan 2024
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