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Author: Kristen January 31, 2025 Duration: 0:37
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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
Podcast Episodes
#pov Historical Edition: Victorian Lunatic Asylums [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:26
Send us Fan Mail Lunatic asylums in the Victorian era were used to punish women who disagreed with or questioned social norms. The conditions in the asylum were poor, treatment was practically nonexistent. Through the de…
Floriography [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:35
Send us Fan Mail Most everyone loves when a beautiful bouquet of flowers is sent to us by someone special, the brightly colored arrangement instantly makes us feel loved, appreciated, important. However, in the Victorian…
Brief Moment in Time January 15 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:59
Send us Fan Mail January 15, 1892...Basketball was created to entertain children stuck inside during a cold winter. The baskets used for the goals, was supposed to be boxes. Support the show Thanks for listening! We woul…
Brief Moment in Time January 13 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10
Send us Fan Mail January 13, 1893...Hawaii was stolen from Queen Liliuokalani by US military force at the behest of the American sugar plantation owners, when her plans to restore rights to the Hawaiian people and abroga…
Brief Moment in Time January 14 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:44
Send us Fan Mail January 14, 1967...The Human Be-In paved the way for the American hippie movement and American rock festivals. However, the Human Be-In was ultimately organized to protest California's recent ban of LSD.…
Brief Moment in Time January 12 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02
Send us Fan Mail January 12, 1967...the first man to be cryogenically frozen volunteered just before his passing. His wife and son fought a legal battle to honor his wishes. Support the show Thanks for listening! We woul…
#AITA Historical Edition: Allan Pinkerton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:14
Send us Fan Mail Allan Pinkerton...a walk through the woods, an accidental stumble upon a counterfeiting ring, a world-wide detective agency...happenstance protected Abraham Lincoln from his first assassination attempt,…
Brief Moment in Time: January 8 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:49
Send us Fan Mail January 8, 1835 under the leadership of President Andrew Jackson the United States for the first and only time in our history paid of the national debt. Our national debt remained at a balance of zero fo…
Brief Moment in Time January 9 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:59
Send us Fan Mail January 9, 1927...a fire in a Montreal theater took the lives of 78 people, mostly children. Support the show Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from you, please leave a comment on spotify or te…
Brief Moment in Time January 10 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00
Send us Fan Mail January 10, 1887...AA Sargent present the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote to the US Senate. It would take 41 years to pass. Support the show Thanks for listening! We would love to hear from…