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48: The Great Cobra Scare of 1953

APR 2, 2025

48: The Great Cobra Scare of 1953

<div>In the year of our Lord 1953, the city of Springfield, Missouri, had a terrible problem. Deadly cobras kept popping up in people’s yards! What were cobras doing in Missouri? They weren’t native to the area. Who the hell had rolled out the welcome mat?? <br> <br> For the local police, the sudden presence of cobras wasn’t nearly as mysterious as it sounded. A local store, the Mowrer Animal Company, sold all kinds of exotic animals. Organutans! Crocodiles! And...you guessed it...cobras! But when police talked to the store's owner, he claimed innocence. What was going on?<br> <br> <em>Remember, kids, history hoes always cite their sources! For this episode, Kristin pulled from: <br> </em>“Hissy Fit: Springfield’s 1953 Cobra Scare,” OzarksWatch Video Magazine<br> “Ozarks Life: The Great Cobra Scare of 1953,” by Chad Plein <a href="http://ky3.com">ky3.com</a> <br> “Springfield’s cobra scare of 1953,” <a href="http://ozarksalive.com">ozarksalive.com</a> <br> “Fessin’ up,” by Mike O’Brien for The Springfield News-Leader<br> “And where is Reo Mowrer today?” The Springfield News-Leader<br> “Snakes in Springfield,” by Greta Cross for The Springfield News-Leader<br> “Tying up some loose ends about Springfield’s loose cobras,” by Mike O’Brien for The Springfield News-Leader<br> “Does Drury have the sole remaining cobra of ‘53 scare?” by Mike O’Brien for The Springfield News-Leader<br> “Cobra hindsight beats foresight,” The Springfield News-Leader<br> <br> Are you enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Then please leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts!<br> <br> Are you *really* enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Well, calm down, history ho! You can get more of us on Patreon at <a href="http://patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast">patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast</a>. At the $5 level, you’ll get a monthly bonus episode (with video!), access to our 90’s style chat room, plus the entire back catalog of bonus episodes from Kristin’s previous podcast, Let’s Go To Court.</div>

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76 MIN

47: DP Dupes Us!

MAR 26, 2025

47: DP Dupes Us!

<div>In this *very special* episode of an Old Timey Podcast, we got DP’d. <br> <br> <em>Ahem.</em> By that, we mean that Kristin’s dad (aka DP) took over. He renamed the podcast. He accused Norm of having a dirty mind. Worst of all, he tricked us. (On our own podcast! In our own home! Is nothing sacred??)<br> <br> <em>Remember, kids, history hoes always cite their sources! For this episode, DP pulled from: <br> </em>“Small Town, Big Con” episode of 20/20<br> “A look back at the Natalie Cochran trial,” by Autumn Shelton for REAL WV<br> “Prosecutors say text messages show Natalie Cochran tried to put some distance between Michael Cochran and his family,” by Jessica Jarrish for WVNS TV <br> “Natalie Cochran convicted of murder after Ponzi scheme," by Isabel Modano for <a href="http://lawyer-monthly.com">lawyer-monthly.com</a><em><br> <br> </em>Are you enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Then please leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts!<br> <br> Are you *really* enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Well, calm down, history ho! You can get more of us on Patreon at <a href="http://patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast">patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast</a>. At the $5 level, you’ll get a monthly bonus episode (with video!), access to our 90’s style chat room, plus the entire back catalog of bonus episodes from Kristin’s previous podcast, Let’s Go To Court.</div>

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112 MIN

46: Robert Smalls: An American Hero (Finale)

MAR 19, 2025

46: Robert Smalls: An American Hero (Finale)

<div>The final chapter of Robert Smalls’ life was eventful, and, at times, frustrating. He gained and lost government appointments. He won and lost political races. He weathered attacks on his character and attacks on his constituents. Through it all, he used his intelligence and agility to battle a system that tried – and failed – to take him down.<br> <br> <em>Remember, kids, history hoes always cite their sources! For this episode, Norm pulled from: <br> <br> </em>Billingsley, Andrew. <em>Yearning to Breathe Free: Robert Smalls of South Carolina and His Families</em>. Columbia: University of South Carolina Press, 2010.<br> <br> Lineberry, Cate. <em>Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls’ Escape from Slavery to Union Hero</em>. St. Martin’s Press, 2017.<br> <br> Miller, Edward. <em>Gullah Statesman: Robert Smalls from Slavery to Congress, 1839-1915</em>. University of South Carolina Press, 2008.<br> <br> Are you enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Then please leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts!<br> <br> Are you *really* enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Well, calm down, history ho! You can get more of us on Patreon at <a href="http://patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast">patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast</a>. At the $5 level, you’ll get a monthly bonus episode (with video!), access to our 90’s style chat room, plus the entire back catalog of bonus episodes from Kristin’s previous podcast, Let’s Go To Court.</div>

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105 MIN

45: Robert Smalls Battles Bribery Charges (Part 4)

MAR 12, 2025

45: Robert Smalls Battles Bribery Charges (Part 4)

<div>Brace yourselves. This episode is chock-full of post-reconstruction politics. Boy, is it grim! And also a little… relevant? (Ew!)<br> <br> As South Carolina politics turned on its head, Robert Smalls emerged as one of the few Republican politicians still able to hold his seat. Unfortunately, Smalls’ influence and popularity put a target on his back. Soon, his political opponents ensured that he was charged with bribery. The trial was an absolute mess.<br> <br> <em>Remember, kids, history hoes always cite their sources! For this episode, Norm pulled from: <br> </em>Billingsley, Andrew. <em>Yearning to Breathe Free: Robert Smalls of South Carolina and His Families</em>. Columbia: University of South Carolina Press, 2010.<br> Lineberry, Cate. <em>Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls’ Escape from Slavery to Union Hero</em>. St. Martin’s Press, 2017.<br> Miller, Edward. <em>Gullah Statesman: Robert Smalls from Slavery to Congress, 1839-1915</em>. University of South Carolina Press, 2008.<br> <br> Are you enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Then please leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts!<br> <br> Are you *really* enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Well, calm down, history ho! You can get more of us on Patreon at <a href="http://patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast">patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast</a>. At the $5 level, you’ll get a monthly bonus episode (with video!), access to our 90’s style chat room, plus the entire back catalog of bonus episodes from Kristin’s previous podcast, Let’s Go To Court.</div>

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106 MIN

44: Robert Smalls Fights For Equality (Part 3)

MAR 5, 2025

44: Robert Smalls Fights For Equality (Part 3)

<div>After the American Civil War, Robert Smalls navigated the complicated waters of Reconstruction. Black people struggled for basic rights against the White planter class, who refused to accept the end of slavery. <br> <br> In this difficult time, Robert Smalls rose to the occasion and became a leader in his community. He fought for public education, equality, suffrage, and protection against violent terrorist groups. But accusations of corruption and bribery threatened to dismantle progress. <br> <br> <em>Remember, kids, history hoes always cite their sources! For this episode, Norm pulled from: <br> </em>Lineberry, Cate. <em>Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls’ Escape from Slavery to Union Hero</em>. St. Martin’s Press, 2017.<br> Miller Jr., Edward. <em>Gullah Statesman: Robert Smalls from Slavery to Congress, 1839-1915</em>. University of South Carolina Press, 2008.<br> <br> Are you enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Then please leave us a 5-star rating and review wherever you listen to podcasts!<br> <br> Are you *really* enjoying An Old Timey Podcast? Well, calm down, history ho! You can get more of us on Patreon at <a href="http://patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast">patreon.com/oldtimeypodcast</a>. At the $5 level, you’ll get a monthly bonus episode (with video!), access to our 90’s style chat room, plus the entire back catalog of bonus episodes from Kristin’s previous podcast, Let’s Go To Court.</div>

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99 MIN