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Historical Blindness
Historical Blindness
Nathaniel Lloyd

Historical Blindness is a podcast about history’s myths, mysteries, and misconceptions. By examining cases of outrageous hoaxes, pernicious conspiracy theory, mass delusion, baffling... more

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Episodes

The Roots of the Christmas Tree

In this year's annual holiday special, I examine the roots of the Christmas tree custom to determine its origins and... more

23 Dec 2024 · 48 minutes
A Very Shroomy Xmas!

In this holiday special minisode from last year, I tackle the claims of entheogen theorists who suggest, falsely, that almost... more

17 Dec 2024 · 22 minutes
Special Presentation: Plodding Through the Presidents - Conspiracy Theories and the Corrupt Bargain

In this special presentation, I share an episode of the wonderful podcast Plodding Through the Presidents, in which hosts Howard... more

03 Dec 2024 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
The Thanksgiving Union

This holiday bonus minisode presents my personal thoughts on the upcoming holiday, in the wake of the election, reflecting on... more

26 Nov 2024 · 14 minutes
Jack the Ripper - Part Two: Ripperology

In the conclusion of my series on Jack the Ripper, I look the many claims and theories purporting to solve... more

19 Nov 2024 · 55 minutes
Jack the Ripper - Part One: The Canonical Five

In the first part of a 2-parter, I look closely at a genuine historical mystery, THE true crime case, which... more

05 Nov 2024 · 50 minutes
Devil Books and Murder Ballads: The Myth of the Arch-Killer

In my last episode of October, I consider the legends of 16th-century arch-killers, or what we might consider serial killers... more

22 Oct 2024 · 49 minutes
Special Presentation: Southern Gothic--The Forbidden Love of Annabel Lee

In this special presentation, I introduce a spooky podcast for your October listening pleasure, and present a full episode for... more

14 Oct 2024 · 51 minutes
Anthropophagi: The Myth of Cannibalism

As we start off October, let's consider the appalling act that is foundational to much monster folklore and horror literature:... more

08 Oct 2024 · 50 minutes
Slow-Motion Coup: Trump's Fake Electors Scheme

In a new standalone episode that follows on from my series on fascism, I seek historical precedent to better understand... more

24 Sep 2024 · 56 minutes
Historical Blindness
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