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The Stunning History of Today takes a look at significant events that happened on this day. We discuss and learn about all sorts of historical events ranging from natural disasters to true crime. Host... more
FAQs about The Stunning History of Today:How many episodes does The Stunning History of Today have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.
July 03, 202219. 4th JulyOn this day, 4th July 1954, Marilyn Sheppard is murdered in her home leading to her husband, Dr Sam Sheppard, being arrested and charged for the crime... But did he do it? We discuss the trial, the media's influence on the case and why Sheppard was acquitted after serving 10 years in prison. ...more1h 6minPlay
June 12, 202218. 13th JuneOn this day, 13th June 1934, an amendment to the Hays Code was adopted prompting the establishment of the Production Code Administration (PCA). We take a look into the history of film censorship, the 'suggested' guidelines for productions, and how the modern rating system came to be. ...more1h 7minPlay
May 22, 202217. 23rd MayOn this day, 23rd May 1934, Bonnie and Clyde were ambushed and killed. We discuss the crimes and events leading up to the infamous ambush that brought Bonnie and Clyde's killing spree to a violent end. ...more1h 26minPlay
April 27, 202216. Unheard bits & BloopsHave a laugh or judge us heavily with this special episode of bloopers and some bonus clips from past episodes! ...more38minPlay
January 29, 202215. 30th JanuaryOn this day, 30th January 1889, Prince Rudolf of Austria was found dead with his lover baroness Mary Vetsera. This event also goes by the name of the Mayerling incident. We take a look into the theories surrounding the lover's 'suicide pact' (or was it?) and what impact the deaths had on the Royal Family. ...more38minPlay
November 18, 202114. 18th NovemberOn this day, 18th November 1978, the 'Jonestown' massacre took place. We take a look into the origin of Jonestown and the events leading up to one of the most tragic and infamous cult mass suicides. ...more1h 19minPlay
November 10, 202113. 10th NovemberOn this day, 10th November 1969, the first episode of 'Sesame Street' airs. We take a look into the origins of Sesame Street and discuss the characters and controversies that the TV show has faced. We also take a look back at some other TV shows from our childhood and Tess gets a little fired up about the infamous 'Teletubbies' controversy. ...more1h 7minPlay
September 18, 202112. 18th SeptemberOn this day, 18th September 1932, Peg Entwistle’s body was discovered after she jumped from the ‘H’ of the Hollywood sign. We discuss the tragedy that inspired the Netflix series 'Hollywood', and the history of the Hollywood sign. ...more34minPlay
September 09, 202111. 9th SeptemberOn this day, 9th September 2001,'Who Wants to be a Millionaire?' contestant Charles Ingram is accused of cheating after winning £1 million on the quiz show. We discuss the details of the scandal including the method of cheating that Ingram used. ...more37minPlay
September 03, 202110. 3rd SeptemberOn this day, 3rd September 1967, traffic in Sweden switched from the left side to the right side of the road known as 'Dagen H' (H Day). We discuss the reason behind the change and the publicity leading up to H Day. ...more31minPlay
FAQs about The Stunning History of Today:How many episodes does The Stunning History of Today have?The podcast currently has 29 episodes available.