Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Today we’re talking about the Chicano Movement. Before this movement, just saying the word “boycott” could get you SIX MONTHS in prison. And many Americans weren’t even allowed to take a break, drink water, or even use the bathroom. So yeah, this movement was pretty necessary. And it lead to one of the greatest fights for civil rights in US history. Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Hello Fresh, Ouai, & ShipStation. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. It’s FALL, baby, and pumpkin spice season is upon us. What better time to do a dark dive into the dirty secrets of Starbucks? From killing thousands of orangutans to racial discrimination, their history is anything but sweet. It’s honestly surprising that they’re still around with all of these scandals. Stay tuned for more Dark History next week! Episode Advertisers Include: Apostrophe, Hello Fresh, Ouai, & ShipStation. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Hi friends, happy Thursday! Welcome to the Dark History podcast.  So, literally a hundred years ago, America got a huge facelift. I’m talking about new water systems, roads, the whole fabric of the country basically. And, SHOCKER, it has not been updated since!!! That’s a long time without a little revamping, and today, I’m shedding some light on the nasty consequences of all that neglect. Episode Advertisers Include: Squarespace, Stitch Fix, Zocdoc, and ZipRecruiter Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Discover the dark side of the Altamont Speedway Free Festival, an evil cousin of Woodstock, filled with bad trips, violent beatings, and murder. Learn about the lack of security at Woodstock and the success of its documentary. Follow The Rolling Stones' attempt to recreate Woodstock and the challenges they faced. Explore the unconventional security arrangements at Altamont, featuring Hell's Angels. Experience the chaos and violence that engulfed the festival and the tragic incidents that marked the end of an era. Uncover the aftermath and consequences faced by the Rolling Stones.

This podcast explores the origins of fast food with the invention of the auto mat, the rise of automats and fast food in America, the early history of fast food in Wichita with Jay's hamburger stand, the impact of White Castle Burger on American culture, the negative experiences of a student in a hamburger study, the rise of drive-ins and fast food franchises, the impact of fast food culture, the unhealthy nature of fast food and its targeting of children, the science behind fast food addiction, and how fast food companies manipulate our eating habits and exploit addiction.

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. The only thing juicier than a rotisserie chicken is the secrets it’s hiding: from hormone-stuffed drumsticks to some unexpected protein in your nuggets (ew, bugs!), we're uncovering the less-than-appetizing truths the chicken industry's been hiding. Brace yourselves, as today's episode is bound to ruffle more than just a few feathers! Episode Advertisers Include: Hello Fresh, Buffy, Apostrophe, & Ouai. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. In today’s episode, exposing the secrets behind the food we all buy at the grocery store. I’m talking about a company called Monsanto- and if you don’t know them, you should- because they changed the whole course of food history. There’s a lot to cover here, including blood-spitting fish, the deaths of thousands in Alabama, and Vietnam war weapons. Episode Advertisers Include: Zocdoc, Stitchfix, SquareSpace, and ShipStation. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. This all began because someone stole my pizza from the work fridge- you guys know the feeling, and I just wanted to make that ILLEGAL! So I did a little digging on how laws are actually made, and it turns out there’s some dirty, dirty goss on the branches of government. We’re talking elite dating apps, arguing with your cranky uncle at Thanksgiving, and 13,000 lb doors, so stay tuned for this one. Episode Advertisers Include: HelloFresh, Apostrophe, & Audible. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!

Dive into the quirky secrets of America’s Founding Fathers, revealing them as more than just historical icons with wigs. Discover George Washington's intriguing dog obsession and the contradictions in his stance on slavery. Unpack Thomas Jefferson's culinary delights, like his love for mac and cheese and ice cream. The discussion is packed with humor and offers a fresh perspective on these iconic figures, blending engaging trivia with personal anecdotes that challenge familiar narratives.

Welcome to the Dark History podcast. Popcorn, your favorite movie time snack, was once connected to human sacrifice and gruesome beheadings. That’s right. The history of popcorn involves way more than just popping corn. Let’s dive into the dark, dirty secrets that have been buried beneath the kernels. Episode Advertisers Include: Rocket Money, Liquid IV, & HelloFresh. Learn more during the podcast about special offers!