Hot Mess History Podcast

H.H. Holmes and the Murder Castle

Step into one of history's most infamous true crime stories as we explore the dark and unsettling world of H. H. Holmes, the man often called America's first serial killer. At the center of the legend is the infamous Murder Castle, a strange building in Chicago that has inspired countless stories of hidden rooms, secret passages, and murder. But how much of the tale is fact, and how much is myth? In this episode, we examine Holmes's life, his scams, his victims, and the sensational headlines that transformed him into one of history's most notorious true crime figures. From fraud schemes and suspicious deaths to lurid newspaper stories, we unravel the facts behind the man who became a monster in the public imagination. Was the Murder Castle truly a labyrinth of death, or has more than a century of rumors, exaggerations, and legend blurred the line between history and myth? Join us as we separate fact from fiction and explore the case that continues to fascinate true crime fans more than a century later. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod [https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod] RedBubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u [https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u] Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod [https://open.acast.com/networks/6865c3e1659c28f4ba62bab0/shows/6865c573659c28f4ba630de4/episodes/buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod] Follow us on social media: * Instagram: @hotmesshistorypod * TikTok: @hotmesshistorypodcast * Email us with future episode suggestions: hotmesshistorypod@gmail.com * Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod Intro music by Fantasy Music Studio, remixed by Sarah "The Realization - Ambient Piano", Music by Ribhav Agrawal [https://pixabay.com/users/ribhavagrawal-39286533/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] Sound Effect by freesound_community [https://pixabay.com/users/freesound_community-46691455/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=49850] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=49850] Fair Use Disclaimer: This podcast may contain excerpts of copyrighted material used for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and discussion. This use is permitted under Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. All rights remain with their respective copyright holders. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Pig War of 1859

What do you get when you combine a disputed border, a potato patch, and one extremely unfortunate pig? Apparently, an international crisis. In this episode of the Hot Mess History Podcast, Alora drags Sarah into the delightfully ridiculous story of the Pig War of 1859, when the United States and Great Britain came alarmingly close to armed conflict over a pig who was just trying to eat a snack. What started as a farmer's bad day quickly escalated into military mobilization, diplomatic chaos, and a whole lot of men taking themselves very seriously over a situation that sounds completely made up. Join us for the political drama, territorial disputes, questionable decision making, and perhaps the only war in history where a pig is the sole casualty. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod [https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod] RedBubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u [https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u] Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod [https://open.acast.com/networks/6865c3e1659c28f4ba62bab0/shows/6865c573659c28f4ba630de4/episodes/buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod] Follow us on social media: * Instagram: @hotmesshistorypod * TikTok: @hotmesshistorypodcast * Email us with future episode suggestions: hotmesshistorypod@gmail.com * Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod Intro music by Fantasy Music Studio, remixed by Sarah "The Realization - Ambient Piano", Music by Ribhav Agrawal [https://pixabay.com/users/ribhavagrawal-39286533/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] "Cartoon Funny Music" Music by BackgroundMusicForVideos [https://pixabay.com/users/backgroundmusicforvideos-46459014/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=522399] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/music//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=522399] Fair Use Disclaimer: This podcast may contain excerpts of copyrighted material used for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and discussion. This use is permitted under Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. All rights remain with their respective copyright holders. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Katherine Parr (Part 5)

In the final episode of our Katherine Parr saga, Sarah begins with Katherine’s death and the aftermath that followed. We discuss what happened to Thomas Seymour after Katherine’s passing, the scandal and downfall that consumed him, and how quickly power shifted around the young Edward VI of England. We also dive into the disturbing history of Katherine Parr’s body after her burial at Sudeley Castle, including the repeated exhumations and the horrifying treatment of her remains centuries after her death. In this finale, we examine Katherine’s lasting legacy and how history continued to deny her peace long after she was gone. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod [https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod] RedBubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u [https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u] Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod [https://open.acast.com/networks/6865c3e1659c28f4ba62bab0/shows/6865c573659c28f4ba630de4/episodes/buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod] Follow us on social media: * Instagram: @hotmesshistorypod * TikTok: @hotmesshistorypodcast * Email us with future episode suggestions: hotmesshistorypod@gmail.com * Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod Intro music by Fantasy Music Studio, remixed by Sarah Music by Ribhav Agrawal [https://pixabay.com/users/ribhavagrawal-39286533/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] Music by Vlad Bakutov [https://pixabay.com/users/deuslower-45666444/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=236809] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=236809] "Forgotten Heroes": Music by Vladimir Visic [https://pixabay.com/users/forgotten-hero-records-42171567/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=420206] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com/music//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=420206] Fair Use Disclaimer: This podcast may contain excerpts of copyrighted material used for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and discussion. This use is permitted under Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. All rights remain with their respective copyright holders. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Anne Boleyn Saga

490 years after her execution, we present an extra special episode spanning all five parts of our Anne Boleyn saga. From her early days at court to her tragic end at the Tower, this episode brings together every chapter of her life into one complete story. Discover how Anne defied a kingdom, gave birth to the future Elizabeth I, and left behind a legacy that continues to fascinate the world nearly five centuries later. Sit back, relax, and reflect on the life and tragic death of Anne Boleyn on the anniversary (okay...1 day late) of her execution. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod [https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod] RedBubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u [https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u] Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod [https://open.acast.com/networks/6865c3e1659c28f4ba62bab0/shows/6865c573659c28f4ba630de4/episodes/buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod] Follow us on social media: * Instagram: @hotmesshistorypod * TikTok: @hotmesshistorypodcast * Email us with future episode suggestions: hotmesshistorypod@gmail.com * Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod Intro music by Fantasy Music Studio, remixed by Sarah Music by Ribhav Agrawal [https://pixabay.com/users/ribhavagrawal-39286533/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] Fair Use Disclaimer: This podcast may contain excerpts of copyrighted material used for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and discussion. This use is permitted under Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. All rights remain with their respective copyright holders. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Katherine Parr (Part 4)

In part four of our Katherine Parr episodes, we follow Katherine’s life after the death of Henry VIII as she finally reconnects with Thomas Seymour and steps into a new chapter of her life. But freedom from Henry does not mean freedom from chaos. We also discuss the growing tension surrounding the young Elizabeth I of England, the scandal brewing inside Katherine’s household, and the complicated final years of one of Tudor England’s most fascinating queens. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod [https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod] RedBubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u [https://www.redbubble.com/people/HMHPod/shop?asc=u] Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod [https://open.acast.com/networks/6865c3e1659c28f4ba62bab0/shows/6865c573659c28f4ba630de4/episodes/buymeacoffee.com/hotmesshistorypod] Follow us on social media: * Instagram: @hotmesshistorypod * TikTok: @hotmesshistorypodcast * Email us with future episode suggestions: hotmesshistorypod@gmail.com * Linktree: https://linktr.ee/hotmesshistorypod Intro music by Fantasy Music Studio, remixed by Sarah Music by Ribhav Agrawal [https://pixabay.com/users/ribhavagrawal-39286533/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=230860] Music by Vlad Bakutov [https://pixabay.com/users/deuslower-45666444/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=236809] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=236809] Music by Watermelon Beats [https://pixabay.com/users/watermelon_beats-54140361/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=489261] from Pixabay [https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=music&utm_content=489261] Artist: JR Tundra - Song: Brother Jack Fair Use Disclaimer: This podcast may contain excerpts of copyrighted material used for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and discussion. This use is permitted under Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. All rights remain with their respective copyright holders. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.