First, Carter gives us the evolution of St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in the United States. From small beginnings in colonial Florida to redcoats in New England wearing green. The town of Troy, NY erupts in a deadly night of violence as prejudice meets Irish pride. Then, Brooklynites have no patience for an interrupted parade. Next, Marissa introduces us to the man, the myth, the legend: St. Patrick! Abducted by Irish pirates, the mysteriously wealthy son of a deacon has some divine visions and endures a pretty miserable mission to convert Ireland as his new recruits end up in chains. 

Inspired by the Murdaugh murder trial, this week unravels some high-profile homicides of the past! First, Marissa talks us through “The Crime of the Century,” as Evelyn Nesbit, Harry Thaw, and Stanford White find themselves in a murderous ménage à trois on top of Madison Square Garden. Then, Carter takes us to a gated community in Connecticut for the “Mischief Night” murder of Martha Moxley. The Kennedys and their cousins find themselves playing a gory game of golf.

Spring-boarding off the colorful tall tales of George Santos, this week’s episode takes a look at some historical liars! First, Carter sells us the schemes of Charles Ponzi, a swindler so successful that he became the namesake of a scam. Then, Marissa introduces us to Calamity Jane, and the facts and fictions of her life in the Wild West!

Don’t walk under a ladder or venture out into the cornfield at night, it’s Friday the 13th! First, Marissa walks us through the superstitions and supposed origins of the unluckiest day. Strong female leaders make an unholy alliance with the Devil and start handing out curses! Then, Carter introduces us to an unlucky pair of lovers found murdered in New Jersey, in a scandal that rocked one church congregation and captivated the nation. “The Pig Woman” testifies from a courtroom hospital bed in a tabloid tale that’s almost too good to be true!

This week, it’s all about very British scandals! Before Harry and Meghan caused a royal rumpus, “The Firm,” was putting out fires across Europe. Two trials become a who’s who of naughty nobles in these scandalous tales of the upper crust. First, Marissa introduces us to a murderous courtesan named Marguerite Alibert—with ties to King Edward—who took inspiration from an operetta and became a Merry Widow. Then, Carter opens up the explicit diary of Margaret Campbell, the Duchess of Argyll, whose private polaroids became front page news in a classic tale of spousal revenge.

This week, it’s a smorgasbord of 10 New Year’s Eve fun facts, events, and inventions. Put on your red underwear and grab your traveler’s checks as Carter and Marissa take a tour of some of the famous (and infamous) landmarks of the holiday. The New Year’s Baby makes an appearance alongside Richard Nixon! The ancient Babylonians set some resolutions fit to print in The Times of London! Let a tall, dark, and handsome man cross your threshold at midnight and pass some legislation that goes into effect because it’s a whole new year!

Christmas Eve came early for the devotees. First off, it’s a hard candy Christmas for Vincent van Gogh. Marissa walks us through the Christmas Eve where his ear became the most disturbing Secret Santa gift ever. Then, Carter takes us to an unforgettable Christmas Eve party at the White House. It’s 1929, the stock market has just crashed, and now the West Wing is on fire. Join the Hoovers for an epic party where everyone gets lit.

A Christmas episode about Santa’s less-friendly friends! First, Marissa takes us on an Alpine adventure with Saint Martin who performs some mediocre miracles and gets mixed up with some devilish horned creatures. The Krampus gets an invitation to the holiday party and eventually teams up with St. Nicholas for some festive whipping. Next, Carter takes us down the chimney for a tour of the history and folklore of unexpected and unwelcome magical visitors who like to crawl down your fireplace. Demon birds, ghostly cannibals, and a kindly old Italian woman might fly down your flue this holiday.

It’s beginning to look a lot like capitalism! First, Carter explains how commercialization created Christmas. Marketing departments invented cherished traditions, department stores invented Santa, and copywriters created some of our most popular carols. Then, Marissa takes the horrors of commerce to a new level as “Arsenic Green” becomes the festive look to die for and Victorians pay the ultimate price for fashion.

A holiday special! First, Carter breaks down the myths of the Mayflower, and how a group of Plymouth descendants are responsible for popularizing the “lost cause” of the “First Thanksgiving.” Then, Marissa unfolds the remarkable life of Maria Tallchief—America’s first Prima Ballerina—a Native American who revolutionized ballet.