Superstitions: Piercings

Superstitions: Piercings

Author: Kristen April 9, 2025 Duration: 32:32
Send us Fan Mail Piercings have been used as a rite of passage, a milestone marker, protection, good luck, adornment, and a sign of rebellion long before regaining popularity in the 1970s and 1990s. Support the show Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you, please leave a comment on spotify or text our show at the link on Buzzsprout! Be sure to subscribe to our channel and tell your friends about us! Thank you! If you would like to assist us with our dream of ...

In Superstitions and Traditions, host Kristen leads a curious exploration into the often-overlooked corners of human history. This isn't a dry recitation of dates and events; it's an immersive journey into the minds and daily realities of the people who came before us. Each episode digs into the peculiar, the practical, and the profound beliefs that guided entire cultures. You'll hear about the origins of common traditions, from holiday rituals to everyday customs, and unravel the fascinating logic behind long-held superstitions. The podcast connects these historical threads directly to our modern world, revealing how the fears, hopes, and innovations of our ancestors continue to echo in our lives today. Kristen brings these topics to life with a thoughtful perspective, often weaving in personal reflections and engaging conversations with guests who share their own expertise and experiences. The result is a deeply human look at our collective past, one that emphasizes understanding over mere explanation. If you've ever wondered why we do the things we do or where our strangest beliefs come from, this series offers a compelling and thoughtful investigation. Tune in for a consistently engaging blend of history, culture, and storytelling that makes the past feel vividly present.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Superstitions and Traditions
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Send us Fan Mail January 11, 1964...a definitive link between smoking and cancer was reported by the surgeon general. Support the show Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you, please leave a comment on spoti…
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Send us Fan Mail Indentured servants had a rough life while completing their servitude. They weren't treated well, however depicting their treatment as equal to those forced into chattel slavery is completely false. Ther…
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Send us Fan Mail January 5, 1834...The Kiowa tribe describes this meteor shower as the night the stars fell. Support the show Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you, please leave a comment on spotify or tex…
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Send us Fan Mail January 6, 1973...Schoolhouse Rock! first aired Support the show Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you, please leave a comment on spotify or text our show at the link on Buzzsprout! Be sur…
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Send us Fan Mail January 7, 1948...while the US military was launching secret missions, the citizens were panicking over UFOs. This such event lead to the death of a captain. Support the show Thanks for listening! We wou…
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Send us Fan Mail January 4, 1903...circuses weren't known for their proper treatment of animals, Topsy's care was no exception. Sentenced to death, her murder became a spectacle still available to view today. Support the…
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Send us Fan Mail brief moment in time January 3, 1953...The Boltons were a husband and wife and son who all served in the US House of Representatives representing Ohio. Support the show Thanks for listening! We would lov…
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Send us Fan Mail January 1, 1892...Ellis Island opened as am immigrant station. Support the show Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you, please leave a comment on spotify or text our show at the link on Buz…
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Send us Fan Mail January 2, 1865...185 rounds just to end in a draw Support the show Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you, please leave a comment on spotify or text our show at the link on Buzzsprout! Be…

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