Author Dana Schwartz explores the stories of some of history’s most fascinating royals: the tyrants and the tragic, the murderers and the murdered, and everyone in between. Because when you’re wearing a crown, mistakes often mean blood.
History is full of stories we think we know. They are old and dark, but time has robbed us of perspective and clarity. They've become obscured and misunderstood. Which is why this series exists: to dig deep and shed light on some of history’s darkest moments. To help us better understand where we’ve come from. To make it Unobscured. Each season pairs narrative storytelling from Aaron Mahnke, creator of the hit podcast Lore, with prominent historian interviews. Season Four: Grigori Rasputin
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Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities


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Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities
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From the creator of the hit podcast Lore comes a new, bite-sized storytelling experience. Each twice-weekly episode features two short tales that take listeners on a guided tour of the unbelievable, the unsettling, and the bizarre.
Creative solutions to difficult problems often make for very curious results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
The day began with an explosion, and it ended in death, and it changed the course of history forever. Support Noble Blood: — Bonus episodes and scripts on Patreon — Merch! — Order Dana's book, Anatomy: A Love Story See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
Some people change the world for the better, and others make it worse. Either way, they make for curious stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
Some legends are born that way. These two stories approach that idea from two very different, very curious angles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
Franz Ferdinand (the Archduke, not the band) is a central figure in the history of Europe, known the world over for being the target of the assassination that ignited World War I. But before his death, he was a shy, reluctant and awkward boy who was never meant to be the heir to an Empire, who fell in love with a woman he wasn't allowed to marry. S…
Some of history's most curious moments come in small packages. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
Unlikely characters make an appearance on today's tour through the curious. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
Dan Jones is a historian, television presenter, the author of a dozen books of history and the upcoming novel ESSEX DOGS. We chat about medieval history, the truth behind Arthurian legends, and castles, in honor of Noble Blood's 75th episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
The spirit of UNOBSCURED has evolved and transformed into a brand new show called GRIM & MILD PRESENTS. We'll still be doing season-long deep-dives into major topics, but releasing episodes bi-weekly throughout the year, rather than all lumped into October and November. Learn more here. Subscribe to Grim & Mild Presents here. See omnystudio.com/lis…
We're serving unusual dining experiences today. Pull up a chair and dig in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
War often brings out the best in people in response to the worst situations. These two tales should serve as curious evidence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
It's sink or swim on today's tour through the Cabinet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
We go to great depths today to give you curious tales. Enjoy! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
The rumors about Rasputin—the mad monk who treated the hemophilia of the Tsar and Tsarina's only son—range from comical to absurd. But the truth is buried somewhere beneath, in a story about power and manipulation. Support Noble Blood: — Bonus episodes and scripts on Patreon — Merch! — Order Dana's book, Anatomy: A Love Story See omnystudio.com/lis…
For our 400th episode, we take you on a fun and bizarre tour of hidden things. Trust us, though...it's not what you think. Thanks for listening, and stay curious! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
Two stories that both feature elements way ahead of their time. And in each case, that makes them more than a little curious. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild
Let's visit some special locations, and the individuals who visited them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts and Grim & Mild