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Stuff You Missed in History Class

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This is a 22-minute 'Behind the Scenes Minis' episode from Stuff You Missed in History Class, a show known for deep dives into overlooked historical topics. Based on the show notes, the episode appears to be a brief, informal discussion between hosts Tracy and Holly about behind-the-scenes production matters rather…

Worth it if you're a devoted fan of the show's hosts and enjoy meta-commentary about their research process, but not if you expect a focused historical narrative.

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This episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class explores the British folklore tradition of "screaming skulls"—supernatural skulls believed to emit terrifying sounds if removed from their homes. The show examines two specific cases with deep historical roots. The first skull belongs to the Bettiscombe estate in…

Worth it if you enjoy history that takes folklore seriously as historical evidence, or want to understand how British cultural anxieties about the Civil War and colonialism shaped supernatural traditions.

This episode of Stuff You Missed in History Class explores Sara Weiss, a St. Louis woman who in 1892 began claiming to make psychic journeys to Mars, eventually publishing a lengthy account titled 'Journeys to the Planet Mars' in 1903. The show examines Weiss's life and her unusual contribution to late 19th-century…

Worth it if you're interested in overlooked figures in spiritualist history, late 19th-century American culture, or the paranormal dimensions of scientific enthusiasm.

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