Cody and Greg discuss the lead up to one of the most horrific attacks on American soil. In this episode, the boys discuss the attack's mastermind and some of the factors that led to the day of the attack.Learn more about this and other Unfort

45: Motley Crue Part 2 - The Reasons We Drink

Oct 8th, 2021 1h 38m

Cody and Greg FINALLY finish the series on Motley Crue. In this episode, the boys discuss the band's rise to fame, their sudden downfall, and all of the dirty, depraved, and depressing things in-between.Learn more about this and other Unfortu

Revision: The Murder of James Bulger (Graphic)

Sep 22nd, 2021 1h 8m

On the first Revision episode, Cody and Greg revise their episode on the murder of James Bulger. The boys cover the murderers, Jon Venables and Robert Thompson, as well as the events on the day, including the awful murder. Listener discretion i

44: Motley Crue Part 1 - Born Rad...I Mean, Bad

Sep 4th, 2021 1h 30m

Cody and Greg dive into one of the most notorious bands from the 1980s, Motley Crue. In this first part of the series, the boys cover the early lives of all four members: Nikki Sixx, Tommy Lee, Mick Mars, and Vince Neil.Learn more about this

History Quickie: The War in Afghanistan

Aug 20th, 2021 47m 3s

On the very first History Quickie (kinda quickie?), Cody and Greg discuss the War in Afghanistan. The boys go into detail on how the Taliban formed along with al-Qaeda and how the war developed. They also touch on one of the conspiracy theories

43: War on Drugs Part 2 - Torn From Life Violently

Aug 10th, 2021 1h 56m

Cody and Greg continue their deep dive into the War on Drugs. In part two, the boys cover the tragic life of Billie Holiday and her fight against Harry Anslinger. They also cover how the war spread worldwide and what it means for us today.Lea

42: War on Drugs Part 1 - Harry was a Cuckold

Jul 26th, 2021 1h 21m

Cody and Greg do a deep dive into the War on Drugs. On this part one, the boys cover the ultimate douchebag, Harry Anslinger, and how he almost single-handedly started the war.Learn more about this and other Unfortunate History topics with a

Gregisode I: Billy Collins Jr - Fists Like Cement

Jul 15th, 2021 42m 3s

Greg and Cody discuss the life and tragic death of boxer Billy Collins Jr in this very first Gregisode. The boys discuss Billy's final fight and his spiral into depression, as well as the seedy underbelly of the boxing world.Watch Billy's fin

41: Tragedies of London - Smog and Tidal Waves of Beer

Jul 7th, 2021 55m 36s

Cody and Greg discuss two tragedies from London's history: The Great Smog of 1952 and the London Beer Flood. The Great Smog disrupted life in London for five days, killing thousands. The London Beer Flood destroyed an entire Irish neighbourhood

Special: Q&A 2021

Jun 26th, 2021 1h 17m

Cody and Greg do a special Q&A with listeners (because they didn't have time to do a normal episode, the lazy pricks). The boys cover some of the burning questions you listeners have, along with some important show updates.Get a FREE month of

40: The Rape of Nanking - You Know, Justin Trudeau (Graphic)

Jun 12th, 2021 1h 16m

Cody and Greg do a deep dive into the history of Chinese/Japanese relations by covering the lead up to and the horrific events of the Rape of Nanking (Nanjing). The boys cover what led to this awful moment in history, what occurred during the m

39: The Cock Lane Ghost - The Cockening

May 29th, 2021 1h 14m

In a cold January in 1762, London was gripped with the story of the Cock Lane Ghost. Everyone from royalty to peasants flocked to Cock Lane to catch a glimpse of this spirit. But it was soon discovered that this ghost was on a mission...a missi

38: Batavia's Graveyard - Chiseled Off (Graphic)

May 15th, 2021 1h

On today's episode, Cody and Greg discuss the awful shipwreck of the Batavia, as well as the murderous and brutal aftermath. Some of the details of this episode are not suitable for some audiences, so listener discretion is advised.Learn more

37: Princesses - The Mad, the Sad, and the Sex-Crazed

Apr 17th, 2021 1h 18m

On today's episode, Cody and Greg discuss three unfortunate, murderous, and sex-crazed princesses from history. The boys cover Olga of Kiev, Sophia Dorothea, and Pauline Bonaparte. Quick warning: these stories do not contain fairy tale endings.

36: Charles Bronson Part 2 - Betrayal & Canine Lungs

Apr 3rd, 2021 1h 9m

In the conclusion to our series on Charlie Bronson, Cody and Greg discuss Bronson's time out of prison and his inevitable return. The boys also discuss a couple of the hostage situations Bronson caused while in prison. Some of the details in th

35: Charles Bronson Part 1 - Tore out his own Testicle

Mar 22nd, 2021 1h 27m

Cody and Greg do a deep dive into the life of the infamous British prisoner, Charles Bronson. In the first part of the series, the boys discuss Bronson's early life, his first stint in prison and mental institutions, and a few of his more viole

Bonus

Important Updates

Mar 19th, 2021 8m 54s

There are a few things we wanted you all to know about the podcast, including the upcoming episode. (This is a temporary update and will be deleted after the next episode is released.) Join the FB group: facebook.com/groups/unfortunatehistory

34: Unfortunate Pirates - Love Triangles and Losers

Mar 6th, 2021 57m 10s

In this sea shanty of an episode, Cody and Greg discuss two pirate topics: women pirates and pirates who sucked at being pirates. The boys discuss a total of four pirates in this episode: Calico Jack, Anne Bonny, Mary Read, and the very unsucce

33: The Tulsa Race Massacre - Everything Burns

Feb 20th, 2021 54m 43s

On the night of May 31, 1921, the town of Tulsa, Oklahoma was the site of a gruesome and intense racial extermination. Cody and Greg discuss how and why this tragedy happened.Learn more about this and other Unfortunate History topics with a F

32: The Great Fire of London - Torn Limb From Limb

Feb 6th, 2021 44m 24s

Cody and Greg discuss the Great Fire of London. In 1666, London was decimated by an incredibly large blaze that destroyed the majority of the city. You may think you know this story, but there's a lot you probably didn't learn in school.Learn

31: Poisoning Rome - That's one Scary Giraffe

Jan 30th, 2021 37m 43s

On a more relaxed episode, Cody and Greg discuss two related topics: The Ancient Roman Poison Ring and Locusta. Both topics occurred in Ancient Rome and both have to do with poison, so drink up! (There's also a pretty intense Giraffe scene.)L

30: The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln

Jan 16th, 2021 46m 4s

Cody and Greg discuss the tragic assassination of Abraham Lincoln. They cover the build up to the event and what drove John Wilkes Booth to shoot Lincoln in the head (spoiler, it was racism).Learn more about this and other Unfortunate History

29: Frank Serpico - Taking on the NYPD

Jan 2nd, 2021 54m 13s

Cody and Greg discuss the incredible NYPD detective Frank Serpico. Serpico was instrumental in fighting corruption in the NYPD during the 60s and 70s until one of his drug busts went terribly wrong.Learn more about this and other Unfortunate

28: 1953 Iranian Coup - The British Stole the Booty

Dec 12th, 2020 55m 6s

Cody and Greg discuss the 1953 Iranian coup that destabilised the entire country of Iran. The boys discuss the reasons for it, how it happened, and the effects it had on the country and the world at large.Learn more about this and other Unfor

27: Irish Potato Famine - A Tragic Lack of Lumpers

Nov 28th, 2020 42m 2s

On a more relaxed episode, Cody and Sam discuss the Irish Potato Famine and its long-lasting effects on Ireland. Big shout out to all the lumper lovers our there!Learn more about this and other Unfortunate History topics with a FREE month of