The Alarmist

By The Alarmist

Who is to blame for history's greatest tragedies? The Plague. The sinking of The Titanic. The break-up of the Beatles. Writer/Comedian Rebecca Delgado-Smith, along with a special guest, scrutinizes

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March 06, 2025 The Aftermath: The Lost History of Joseph Bologne (AKA Chevalier de St. George)
On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca revisits the lost history of composer Joseph Bologne with Professor Charles Pettaway, Chair of the Music Department at Lincoln University. A concert pianist himself, Charles offers helpful insight for understanding the popularity of the Chevalier de Saint George’s music at the time and discusses the advantages and disadvantages his race and talent afforded him. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can hear the post-interview discussion with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early and see if the verdict holds up.
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March 04, 2025 THE LOST HISTORY OF COMPOSER JOSEPH BOLOGNE: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for the Lost History of Composer Joseph Bologne (AKA Chevalier de Saint-Georges)?
This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes Dr. Jon Higgins (The B.F.F. Podcast, Black. Fat. Femme: Revealing the Power of Visibly Queer Voices in Media and Learning to Love Yourself) to discuss history’s neglect of 18th century composer (and swordsmen?!) Joseph Bologne, also known as the Chevalier de Saint-George. Why were Bologne’s works ignored for almost 200 years despite him being regarded as the most accomplished man of his age? Was racism to blame? Did his mixed-race background have something to do with it? Or was he just too friendly with Marie Antoinnette and the aristocrats of that time? Producer Amanda Lund and Fact Checker Chris Smith join the conversation.

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February 27, 2025 The Aftermath: The 1970 Bhola Cyclone
On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca revisits the Bhola Cyclone with Dr. Ahmed Mushfiq Mobarak. A professor of Economics at Yale University and founder/faculty director of the Yale Research Initiative on Innovation and Scale, Dr. Mobarak gives us incredible insight into the socio-political history between East and West Pakistan leading up to the 1970 Bhola Cyclone that struck modern-day Bangladesh. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can join Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund as they revisit the board and reassess who really belongs in The Alarmist Jail. Not on Patreon yet? Join us today and listen to the full episode!

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February 25, 2025 THE 1970 BHOLA CYCLONE: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for the Bhola Cyclone?
This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes guest Scotty Landes (Bananas Podcast) to discuss the deadliest cyclone in history. How did the Bhola Cyclone claim the lives of an estimated 500,000 people off the coast of East Pakistan (modern-day Bangladesh)? Were there not enough shelters for people to evacuate to? Did the strained relationship between East and West Pakistan hold back necessary aid? Why does patriarchy once again make it up on the list? OG Producer Amanda Lund and Fact Checker Chris Smith join the conversation.

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February 20, 2025 The Aftermath: The Love Parade Disaster
On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca revisits the Love Parade Disaster in Duisburg, Germany with crowd safety expert Professor Keith Still. Keith played a key role in investigating the crowd crush at the Love Parade Festival and shares some invaluable information and perspective on the science of crowd safety and public assembly. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can join Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early as they revisit the board and reassess who really belongs in The Alarmist Jail. Not on Patreon yet? Join us below!
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February 18, 2025 THE LOVE PARADE DISASTER: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for the Love Parade Disaster?
This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes guest Becky Yamamoto to discuss the Duisburg, Germany music festival turned nightmare in 2010. What was intended as a free day of music, love and camaraderie ended in panic taking the lives of 21 people and injuring hundreds more. Was this a crowd control problem, a venue issue or a lack of adequate organization? Perhaps all of the above? Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith join the conversation.
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February 13, 2025 The Aftermath: Alaska Airlines Flight 261 Crash
On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca welcomes Captain Scott Miller back on the air to discuss the tragic demise of Alaska Airlines Flight 261. A certified Flight Instructor with decades of experience as a pilot for a major US airline under his belt, Scott masterfully explains the unique technical issues happening during this routine flight. He also shares a few surprising details that might change your understanding of the situation. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can join Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early to see if the initial verdict still stands. Not part of our Patreon family yet?! Join us below!
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February 11, 2025 ALASKA AIRLINES FLIGHT 261 CRASH: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for the Alaska Airlines Flight 261 Crash?
This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) sits down with Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith to discuss the tragic fate of Alaska Airlines Flight 261 on January 31, 2000. Given the valiant efforts by the pilots and flight crew to stabilize the plane and bring it down gently to safety, it seems all the more a cruel fate when it finally unraveled in those crucial final moments, taking the lives of everyone on board. Could a worn out Jack Screw be to blame? Was this simply another maintenance failure? Or was misguided regulation the culprit?

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February 06, 2025 The Aftermath: LA Fires Update
On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca sits down with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early to discuss the continuing aftermath of the LA Fires. We share some personal details about the recovery process and the kind words and gestures received from so many friends and family across the country. Tune in for listener questions and hear about ways you can help those affected by the fires. As always, we’re grateful to our beautiful Alarmy community. Stay tuned, we’ll get back to our regular programming next week.
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February 04, 2025 The Alarmist - LA Fires Update
Hey Alarmy. We’ve missed you. This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) sits down with Fact Checker Chris Smith, Producer Clayton Early and special guest Amanda Lund to bring you an update on the Eaton Canyon and Palisades Fires which have decimated much of our beloved Los Angeles. We’re taking this time to process this unprecedented event and share some personal accounts of what happened during the storm. And most importantly, we wanted you to know we’re safe. We’re so grateful for your continued support during this difficult time. Stay safe Alarmy!
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FAQs about The Alarmist:

How many episodes does The Alarmist have?

The podcast currently has 633 episodes available.