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The House Red

The House Red

By: Justin Holt & Kimberly Ramey
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History is stranger than fiction---and we're here to prove it. Welcome to The House Red, the podcast where we uncork the wildest, weirdest, and most unbelievable true stories from history. From bizarre plagues to daring heists, twisted scandals to forgotten legends, we dive into the past's juiciest tales with a twist of dark humor and a splash of intrigue. So pour yourself a glass and get ready---because history has never been this intoxicating.

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Episodes
  • Operation Paul Bunyan: Chainsaw Diplomacy

    Operation Paul Bunyan: Chainsaw Diplomacy
    May 23 2025

    In the shadow of the Korean DMZ, a tree nearly sparked World War lll. In this episode of The House Red, we cut into the details of Operation Paul Bunyan- America's most over-the-top response to murder with chainsaws, commandos, and Cold War theatrics. It's a tale of intimidation, absurdity, and a tree that stood at the crossroads of history.
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    37 mins
  • Nellie Bly: Madness Manufactured

    Nellie Bly: Madness Manufactured
    May 16 2025

    In 1887, journalist Nellie Bly faked insanity to get committed to Blackwell's Island Insane Asylum- and uncovered horrors that shocked the nation. In this episode of The House Red, we dive into her fearless investigation, the brutal conditions she exposed, and how one woman's courage redefined investigative journalism.

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    47 mins
  • Gone Without a Trace: The Lost Colony of Roanoke

    Gone Without a Trace: The Lost Colony of Roanoke
    May 9 2025

    In 1587, over 100 English settlers vanished from Roanoke Island, leaving behind nothing but a single word carved into wood. What happened to the lost colony? Join us as we unravel one of America's oldest and eeriest unsolved mysteries, exploring the theories, the history, and the haunting silence that still lingers centuries later.
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    50 mins

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