Gummy + Jean’s Hysterical History

05/12/2022

Santa AND Krampus told us that we’re on the naughty list until we start recording again…. Looks like you’ll be seeing us in 2023 with some new content then😉 xx G&J

15/06/2022

The beginning of slavery in the United States began as soon as the New World was found in 1492 by Columbus, establishing centuries of cruel treatment and forced labor. Jean splits this story in 2 parts and this week, dives into Native American’s participation in the early days of the slave trade.

Then, Gummy tells us about Arizona v. Miranda. No, this isn’t a Law and Order episode, but we will read you your Miranda Rights! This one case changed interrogations as they were known and provided important knowledge to civilians about their rights.

So open up your favorite podcast app and listen NOW!

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27/05/2022

08/05/2022

04/05/2022

This week, both Gummy and Jean are bringing you stories from N**i Germany! Tune in tomorrow because it’s about to get crazy 👀

06/04/2022

All, you probably noticed that there was not an episode waiting for you in your podcast queue today. Whitley and I have had quite a few life changes going on recently and unfortunately, were unable to record the episode for this week. We appreciate the support and understanding! We'll be back next week for your regularly scheduled listening -Emily (Gummy) 💕

25/03/2022

23/03/2022

You know that big fire that happened on October 8th, 1871? No, not the Great Chicago Fire where a cow started it. The other one that happened on the same exact night. Jean talks about the forgotten tragedy that happened that night in Peshtigo, Wisconsin. How did it start and why has it been categorized as the most disastrous fire in U.S. history?

Have you ever heard of a high five? Just kidding, we know you have! But have you ever wondered when we started using the hand gesture? Gummy walks us through the origin story! Well… several origin stories actually because no one knows which one is the real one. Walk through high five history with us for nothing else but some good laughs!

So open up your favorite podcast app and listen NOW!

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16/03/2022

Dr. Robert Liston was the king of speed when it came to the early years of amputations. Little access to anesthesia made this speed necessary, but that doesn’t mean he didn’t have his fair share of issues. Gummy tells us about the impact Liston had on the medical world and the crazy situations he found himself in when completing the surgeries.

Jean takes on a trip down history lane to discuss the terrible situation we’ve put ourselves in regarding infrastructure in the U.S. Learn how transportation was utilized to line the pockets of big motor companies and how urban transportation specifically was used to keep the class systems in check.

Join us today for “The Road to Ruin”.

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09/03/2022

We’ve all wondered how everyday people found themselves backing the N**is. Ron Jones, a teacher in California, found himself creating the Third Wave (a social experiment) when his 10th grade class couldn’t grasp the idea either. Gummy tells us the story of how these students found themselves in the grips of fascism.

Jean takes us through the oil and gas crisis currently unfolding in 2022. Find out how a decision in the 1970s and 2 conflicts played a huge role in getting us to this point today. Who should you blame? Could this have been prevented? Tune in to find out!

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02/03/2022

Gummy takes on a journey through 1920s Hollywood. We all know the glitz and glam, but do you know about the massive coverups that were happening to those in the LGBTQ+ community just to keep actors in the public eye?

Jean stays right on target to give us the lowdown on the Georgia, Russia conflict. Why were they fighting? Where did it start? She has the answers to these questions and more!

Join us today to hear how these stories play out!

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23/02/2022

Have you ever been taking a romantic walk with your loved one in a park, look down, see ice, and ask yourself “how did we come to make glass?” Well we can tell you that even if this had never happened to you, Jean has the answer to that exact question today!

Gummy starts her trip down mistress lane by giving us the incredible rundown on Madame de Pompadour. We’re sure none of you are prepared for the amazing role she played in French politics and history!

Join us to hear how these stories play out!

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16/02/2022

A lot is going on in the news right now regarding Russia, Ukraine, and a port city named Crimea. Jean gives us the rundown of how Crimea found itself at the center of the conflict and where the conflict stands today.

Gummy then transports us to New England 200 years AFTER the witch trials, where we find them gripped in another supernatural panic! Tuberculosis is blazing through the population and the only logical cause is VAMPIRES.

Join us to hear how these stories play out!

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09/02/2022

Have you ever wondered how the MET in New York came to be? Would you believe Jean if she told you it was because 2 women from the Gilded Age were being petty over new money vs old money, so 1 created the beloved opera house out of spite?

If that doesn’t fit your fancy, what about royal mistresses? Ever thought to yourself “how did heavily religious societies allow their kings to have mistresses?”? Well look no further, Gummy has the answer this week!

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09/02/2022

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02/02/2022

This week we go back to 1957. A plane crashes on Rikers Island leaving the job of “first responders” to a group of over 50 inmates. Emily tells us how this crash happened and about the well-deserved recognition that some of these heroes received.
Whitley then takes us back to WWII to discuss the Winter War. We discuss this little known battle between Finland and Russia and how Finland found itself tied to N**i Germany out of sheer necessity for their freedom.

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26/01/2022

This week Emily tells us how 138 students took over Gravensteen Castle in Belgium to protest the the price of beer! To this day, the city of Ghent shares this story as the funniest student prank ever done!

Have you ever accidentally overdosed on N**i m**h while skiing for your life from the Red Army? No? Well Finnish soldier Aimo Koivunen did during WWII and Whitley’s going to tell you all about it!
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21/01/2022

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19/01/2022

Well, we’re back and we’re ready to bring you another season of fun and crazy stories!🎉
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This week, Whitley will tell us about Horsey Horseless. This early concept vehicle was designed to prevent horses from getting scared upon seeing an approaching automobile.
Emily will tell us the story of Margaret Bulkley and her journey to being Dr. James Barry so education and medical work could be more within reach.

31/12/2021

We look forward to returning in 2022 with new stories, more laughs, and great new ideas! Don’t forget to follow us on social media and leave us a review on Apple Podcast!

We wish you all an abundance of love and happiness in the new year! Please stay safe tonight!

#2022

24/12/2021

A very happy holiday wish to you and yours! We hope you find time to take a quiet moment to yourselves to do som**hing you enjoy -❤️ Emily and Whitley

10/12/2021

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Emily and Whitley

03/12/2021

Shoutout to one of our first followers, Kate Elizabeth Chaney, for sharing her podcast list! We’re thrilled to be on her top 3! Comment your list below!

01/12/2021

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Thank you!
Emily and Whitley

24/11/2021

Can’t wait to show you the creative content we have up our sleeves for 2022🎉

10/11/2021

This week, Emily’s going to tell us about the wild adventure of the marathon event at the 1904 Olympics. Why did only half of the contestants finish? Was the first “winner” really just a fraud? Tune in NOW to get these and other questions answered!

While this is not goodbye for good, we are saying goodbye for now. This will be the last full episode we release this year. We need some extra time for holidays, unforeseen events, and to regroup for the next stage of our journey. Don’t forget to follow us on social media though and leave us a review on Apple Podcast!

03/11/2021

On this weeks episode, Whitley is going to tell us about why we utilize Daylight Saving Time and the issues that have come from the decision! Did you know Arizona and Hawaii don’t participate?!?!?
Emily will also talk about the notorious Bethlem Royal Hospital. You actually may know it better as BEDLAM!! Find out how this once religious hospital turned into a highly controversial entity for the “insane”.

28/10/2021

4 days to go 🎉

27/10/2021

She’s beauty and she’s grace, but she’s not in the running for Miss United States. This week, Emily tells us all about Cora Scott (Hatch) and her hold on the Spiritualism Community. We hear she even had a hold on the highest governmental office in the US… but I guess you’ll have to listen to find out 👀
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Please note that the episode today features gruesome content, please skip through Whitley’s story if this is not som**hing you’d like to hear.

26/10/2021

Did you know notorious murderer is the inspiration for such as Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Psycho, and Silence of the Lambs? If you didn’t, then tune in Wednesday to hear Whitley give us even more information on the terrible wrongs he committed!!
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