In this holiday special minisode from last year, I tackle the claims of entheogen theorists who suggest, falsely, that almost all Christmas traditions really derive from Siberian cultures' use of hallucinogenic mushrooms!<a href="https://www.patreon.com/historicalblindness">Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!</a><a href="https://amzn.to/3s0Dbxw">Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!</a>  And check out <a href="https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/76814145?ref=work_carousel_work_portfolio&amp;ref_id=27864109">the show merch</a>, which makes a great gift! Direct all advertising inquiries to <a href="mailto:advertising@airwavemedia.com">advertising@airwavemedia.com</a>. Visit <a href="http://www.airwavemedia.com/">www.airwavemedia.com</a> to find other high-quality podcasts!Further support the show by giving a one-time gift at <a href="http://paypal.me/NathanLeviLloyd">paypal.me/NathanLeviLloyd</a> or finding me on Venmo at @HistoricalBlindness. One song used in this episode, "July," is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons (CC BY 4.0). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

<description>In this holiday special minisode from last year, I tackle the claims of entheogen theorists who suggest, falsely, that almost all Christmas traditions really derive from Siberian cultures' use of hallucinogenic mushrooms!
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Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!  And check out the show merch, which makes a great gift! 
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Further support the show by giving a one-time gift at paypal.me/NathanLeviLloyd or finding me on Venmo at @HistoricalBlindness. 
One song used in this episode, "July," is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons (CC BY 4.0).
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The false claims of the "mushroom theory" of Christmas

In this holiday special minisode from last year, I tackle the claims of entheogen theorists who suggest, falsely, that almost all Christmas traditions really derive from Siberian cultures' use of hallucinogenic mushrooms!
Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!
Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!  And check out the show merch, which makes a great gift! 
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Further support the show by giving a one-time gift at paypal.me/NathanLeviLloyd or finding me on Venmo at @HistoricalBlindness. 
One song used in this episode, "July," is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons (CC BY 4.0).
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Patreon Release: A Very Shroomy Xmas!

In this special presentation, I share an episode of the wonderful podcast Plodding Through the Presidents, in which hosts Howard and Jessica Dorre discuss the many myths, mysteries, and scandals surrounding the early presidents who shaped our country. In this episode from their archives, they explore the role of the Illuminati in the Election of 1800 between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, and then they talk with Mark Cheathem, a history professor at Cumberland University who teaches a course on conspiracy theories, about the so-called Corrupt Bargain of 1824. Check out Plodding Through the Presidents wherever you get your podcasts, and<a href="https://www.ploddingthroughthepresidents.com/2021/10/conspiracy-theories.html"> visit the webpage for this episode here</a>. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

<description>In this special presentation, I share an episode of the wonderful podcast Plodding Through the Presidents, in which hosts Howard and Jessica Dorre discuss the many myths, mysteries, and scandals surrounding the early presidents who shaped our country. In this episode from their archives, they explore the role of the Illuminati in the Election of 1800 between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, and then they talk with Mark Cheathem, a history professor at Cumberland University who teaches a course on conspiracy theories, about the so-called Corrupt Bargain of 1824. Check out Plodding Through the Presidents wherever you get your podcasts, and visit the webpage for this episode here.
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A special presentation of Plodding Through the Presidents

In this special presentation, I share an episode of the wonderful podcast Plodding Through the Presidents, in which hosts Howard and Jessica Dorre discuss the many myths, mysteries, and scandals surrounding the early presidents who shaped our country. In this episode from their archives, they explore the role of the Illuminati in the Election of 1800 between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, and then they talk with Mark Cheathem, a history professor at Cumberland University who teaches a course on conspiracy theories, about the so-called Corrupt Bargain of 1824. Check out Plodding Through the Presidents wherever you get your podcasts, and visit the webpage for this episode here.
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Special Presentation: Plodding Through the Presidents - Conspiracy Theories and the Corrupt Bargain with Mark Cheathem

This holiday bonus minisode presents my personal thoughts on the upcoming holiday, in the wake of the election, reflecting on the establishment of the national holiday during the Civil War.Music on this episode is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons. Tracks include "September," "Tumult," "Harbor," and "Seeker." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

<description>This holiday bonus minisode presents my personal thoughts on the upcoming holiday, in the wake of the election, reflecting on the establishment of the national holiday during the Civil War.
Music on this episode is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons. Tracks include "September," "Tumult," "Harbor," and "Seeker."
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Thoughts in the wake of the election reflecting on the origin of the upcoming holiday during the Civil War.

This holiday bonus minisode presents my personal thoughts on the upcoming holiday, in the wake of the election, reflecting on the establishment of the national holiday during the Civil War.
Music on this episode is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons. Tracks include "September," "Tumult," "Harbor," and "Seeker."
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The Thanksgiving Union (Holiday Bonus Minisode)

In the conclusion of my series on Jack the Ripper, I look the many claims and theories purporting to solve the crimes, their weaknesses and how far Ripperologists go to sell books.Direct all advertising inquiries to <a href="mailto:advertising@airwavemedia.com">advertising@airwavemedia.com</a>. Visit <a href="http://www.airwavemedia.com/">www.airwavemedia.com</a> to find other high-quality podcasts!Find a transcript of this episode with source citations and related imagery at <a href="https://www.historicalblindness.com/">www.historicalblindness.com</a>.<a href="https://www.patreon.com/historicalblindness">Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!</a><a href="https://amzn.to/3s0Dbxw">Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!</a>  And check out <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbubble.com%2Fshop%2Fap%2F76814145%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1oDt7vpZm8OMp3aPTLMi378RvLVYCIepvGJ-7lsIv1wIaLfGD9UjRUIUU&amp;h=AT3kEdHxWT62inAwbZp1D_EKYSye5vd38cEAfqDdh5ybJkBAUHk4-OrXa5IjZr7zfKoT4Cakfb7wg6Ia3TPiD0KSTFgcaXWZvj236uax9wxVZsg6fQUwwiaoTsBB_jo7OSAp0O_Nn2gHV5h-PlL_dg">the show merch</a>, which make perfect gifts! Some music on this episode was licensed under a Blue Dot Sessions blanket license at the time of this episode's publication. Tracks include "Cicle DR Valgal," "Cicle Vascule," "Cicle Deserrat," "Access Road 214, "Cicle Gerano," and "Oneiri."Other music is copyright Alex Kish. Visit <a href="https://alexkishmusic.com">alexkishmusic.com</a> to contact him for musical compositions.Additional music, including "Remedy for Melancholy," "daedalus," and "Wake Up" are by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

<description>In the conclusion of my series on Jack the Ripper, I look the many claims and theories purporting to solve the crimes, their weaknesses and how far Ripperologists go to sell books.
Direct all advertising inquiries to advertising@airwavemedia.com. Visit www.airwavemedia.com to find other high-quality podcasts!
Find a transcript of this episode with source citations and related imagery at www.historicalblindness.com.
Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!
Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!  And check out the show merch, which make perfect gifts! 
Some music on this episode was licensed under a Blue Dot Sessions blanket license at the time of this episode's publication. Tracks include "Cicle DR Valgal," "Cicle Vascule," "Cicle Deserrat," "Access Road 214, "Cicle Gerano," and "Oneiri."
Other music is copyright Alex Kish. Visit alexkishmusic.com to contact him for musical compositions.
Additional music, including "Remedy for Melancholy," "daedalus," and "Wake Up" are by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons.
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A look the many claims and theories purporting to solve the Ripper murders

In the conclusion of my series on Jack the Ripper, I look the many claims and theories purporting to solve the crimes, their weaknesses and how far Ripperologists go to sell books.
Direct all advertising inquiries to advertising@airwavemedia.com. Visit www.airwavemedia.com to find other high-quality podcasts!
Find a transcript of this episode with source citations and related imagery at www.historicalblindness.com.
Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!
Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!  And check out the show merch, which make perfect gifts! 
Some music on this episode was licensed under a Blue Dot Sessions blanket license at the time of this episode's publication. Tracks include "Cicle DR Valgal," "Cicle Vascule," "Cicle Deserrat," "Access Road 214, "Cicle Gerano," and "Oneiri."
Other music is copyright Alex Kish. Visit alexkishmusic.com to contact him for musical compositions.
Additional music, including "Remedy for Melancholy," "daedalus," and "Wake Up" are by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons.
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Jack the Ripper - Part Two: Ripperology

In the first part of a 2-parter, I look closely at a genuine historical mystery, THE true crime case, which launched an entire genre of non-fiction research: Jack the Ripper. In part one, I look at the actual murders. Listener discretion is advised.Direct all advertising inquiries to <a href="mailto:advertising@airwavemedia.com">advertising@airwavemedia.com</a>. Visit <a href="http://www.airwavemedia.com/">www.airwavemedia.com</a> to find other high-quality podcasts!Find a transcript of this episode with source citations and related imagery at <a href="https://www.historicalblindness.com/">www.historicalblindness.com</a>.<a href="https://www.patreon.com/historicalblindness">Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!</a><a href="https://amzn.to/3s0Dbxw">Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!</a>  And check out <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redbubble.com%2Fshop%2Fap%2F76814145%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1oDt7vpZm8OMp3aPTLMi378RvLVYCIepvGJ-7lsIv1wIaLfGD9UjRUIUU&amp;h=AT3kEdHxWT62inAwbZp1D_EKYSye5vd38cEAfqDdh5ybJkBAUHk4-OrXa5IjZr7zfKoT4Cakfb7wg6Ia3TPiD0KSTFgcaXWZvj236uax9wxVZsg6fQUwwiaoTsBB_jo7OSAp0O_Nn2gHV5h-PlL_dg">the show merch</a>, which make perfect gifts! Some music on this episode was licensed under a Blue Dot Sessions blanket license at the time of this episode's publication. Tracks include "Brimevil," "Cicle Vascule," "Winter in Black," "Cherry Heath," and "Leatherbound."Other music is copyright Alex Kish. Visit <a href="https://alexkishmusic.com">alexkishmusic.com</a> to contact him for musical compositions.Additional music, including "Remedy for Melancholy," "daedalus," "daemones," and Daylight PON II," are by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons. yyH0vVR1eVTKrCw0S06x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

<description>In the first part of a 2-parter, I look closely at a genuine historical mystery, THE true crime case, which launched an entire genre of non-fiction research: Jack the Ripper. In part one, I look at the actual murders. Listener discretion is advised.
Direct all advertising inquiries to advertising@airwavemedia.com. Visit www.airwavemedia.com to find other high-quality podcasts!
Find a transcript of this episode with source citations and related imagery at www.historicalblindness.com.
Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!
Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!  And check out the show merch, which make perfect gifts! 
Some music on this episode was licensed under a Blue Dot Sessions blanket license at the time of this episode's publication. Tracks include "Brimevil," "Cicle Vascule," "Winter in Black," "Cherry Heath," and "Leatherbound."
Other music is copyright Alex Kish. Visit alexkishmusic.com to contact him for musical compositions.
Additional music, including "Remedy for Melancholy," "daedalus," "daemones," and Daylight PON II," are by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons.

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A look at the Jack the Ripper crimes and the mystery surrounding them. 

In the first part of a 2-parter, I look closely at a genuine historical mystery, THE true crime case, which launched an entire genre of non-fiction research: Jack the Ripper. In part one, I look at the actual murders. Listener discretion is advised.
Direct all advertising inquiries to advertising@airwavemedia.com. Visit www.airwavemedia.com to find other high-quality podcasts!
Find a transcript of this episode with source citations and related imagery at www.historicalblindness.com.
Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!
Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!  And check out the show merch, which make perfect gifts! 
Some music on this episode was licensed under a Blue Dot Sessions blanket license at the time of this episode's publication. Tracks include "Brimevil," "Cicle Vascule," "Winter in Black," "Cherry Heath," and "Leatherbound."
Other music is copyright Alex Kish. Visit alexkishmusic.com to contact him for musical compositions.
Additional music, including "Remedy for Melancholy," "daedalus," "daemones," and Daylight PON II," are by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons.

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Jack the Ripper - Part One: The Canonical Five

Historical Blindness is a podcast about history’s myths, mysteries, and misconceptions. By examining cases of outrageous hoaxes, pernicious conspiracy theory, mass delusion, baffling mysteries and unreliable historiography, host Nathaniel Lloyd searches for insights into modern religious belief and political culture. 

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