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 history’s greatest disasters to figure out what went wrong, and most importantly, who’s to blame. This comedy podcast is the perfect remedy to our everyday anxiety! They say history repeats itself, not on The Alarmist's watch!Thrillist called The Alarmist one of the best new podcasts of 2019 saying, "It's hilarious, informative and addictive." Maria Claire named The Alarmist one of the best new podcasts of 2020. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 626-604-6262 Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist.
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Who’s to blame for the death of Lady Jane Grey?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) speaks with Tod Perry and Alison Rosen, co-hosts of the podcast Upworthy Weekly, about who's to blame for the untimely death of Lady Jane Grey. They’re joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Did Lady Jane Grey’s intellect make her a target? Could a religious power struggle be to blame? Or was this the result of power hunger men pulling the strings behind the scenes? Tune in and meet the newest convict of the Alarmist Jail!We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Aftermath: The Johnstown, PA Flood
New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with Dave Casker about the Johnstown, PA Flood of 1889. Not only is Dave a current resident of Johnstown, but he’s also a member and longtime tour guide at the Johnstown Flood Museum. With new details about the construction of the dam and the days and months that followed the actual flooding, there’s more to consider about the verdict. After, Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith stop by to discuss. We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
THE JOHNSTOWN, PA FLOOD: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for the Johnstown, PA Flood?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) speaks with Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith about the tragic Johnstown, PA Flood of 1889. With residents aware of the poor state of the dam and often wondering, “when their worst fears would be transcended by the horror of the actual occurrence,” it begs the question: why was nothing done?! Were they the victims of their own apathy or were there other factors at play?We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Aftermath: Philippines Pepsi Number Fever
New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with Rick Pulos about the Philippines Pepsi Number Fever fiasco. Rick is an artist, an educator, and current doctoral student at Texas A&M. He shares some new information about Pepsi’s poor handling of this disaster and reiterates the personal effects this had on the lives of so many Filipino families. After, Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith stop by to reflect. We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
THE PHILIPPINES PEPSI NUMBER FEVER: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for The Philippines Pepsi Number Fever?This week, it’s an all in-house affair! The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) speaks with Producer Clayton Early, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Associate Producer Alex Paul about who’s to blame for The Philippines Pepsi Number Fever. With all its oversight, how could a major corporation like Pepsi mistakenly manufacture over 800,000 of the same winning crowns? Could a software glitch take the blame? Or was there a much bigger agenda at play? Tune in and leave your favorite soda flavor in the comments!We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Aftermath: The Central Park Five
On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with media and legal expert Lonnie Soury about who’s to blame for the exonerated Central Park Five. Lonnie has testified before the New York State Assembly Codes Committee and is a co-founder of Families and Friends of the Wrongfully Convicted. He reminds us of the importance of knowing our rights and the immense persistence it takes overturning these difficult cases. After, Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith stop by to revisit the verdict. For more resources on wrongful convictions visit www.wrongfullyconvicted.info.We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for the Central Park Five?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes back old friend Maggie Marion to discuss the Central Park Five and who is ultimately to blame for this horrific injustice. They’re joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. After considering all the egregious aspects of this tragic moment in history, it’s hard to decide what NOT to throw in The Alarmist Jail. Up on the board: Questionable Police Interrogation Techniques, Mob Mentality, & The Super Predator Narrative.We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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The Aftermath: Cinco de Mayo
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CINCO DE MAYO : WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for Cinco de Mayo?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) speaks with writer, producer and fellow podcaster Jorge Molina about who’s to blame for the confluence of events which resulted in The Battle of Puebla. Or as it’s more popularly known, Cinco de Mayo. Not to be confused with Mexican Independence as Jorge, a Mexico native himself, reminds us. Who’s Maximilian? What are Jecker Bonds? And why is the Louisiana Purchase involved? Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early help crack the case. We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The Aftermath: The Great Kantō Earthquake
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THE GREAT KANTŌ EARTHQUAKE: WHO IS TO BLAME?
Who’s to blame for The Great Kantō Earthquake?This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes back old friend and fellow podcaster Jacquelyn Landgraf to discuss The Great Kantō Earthquake in 1923. Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early join the conversation about this catastrophic event. Was this an act of God, an act of Mother Nature or were people in the wrong place at the wrong time? One thing is certain, when it comes to natural disasters we all need to have a plan! Grab a map and memorize some phone numbers Alarmy! We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.