Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff

Margaret talks to you about the history of suicide prevention hotlines and the complications of state intervention in emergency mental health care.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Dive into two classic horror tales as Margaret explores the mischief in Saki's 'The Open Window,' unveiling its clever twist. Then, journey into the eerie landscapes of Bierce's 'An Inhabitant of Carcosa,' where a disoriented narrator meets a chilling fate. The discussion touches on horror's evolution from gothic ghosts to psychological and cosmic tensions. Learn how these stories shaped the genre and influenced iconic writers like Lovecraft. It's a captivating ride through the shadows of classic terror!

Sarah Marshall, a journalist and host of the upcoming miniseries The Devil You Know, dives into the fascinating world of secret societies. She reveals that much of what we think about the Illuminati is skewed, tracing its origins back to Freemasonry and Enlightenment ideals. The duo explores Masonic rituals, the exclusionary nature of its teachings, and how government suppression created modern conspiracy theories. They also discuss the connections between Masonic symbols and revolutionary movements, and how today's organizing differs from these secretive structures.

In a captivating conversation, journalist and podcaster Sarah Marshall discusses the real stories behind the satanic panic and its historical ties to secret societies. She debunks myths about the Illuminati and explains why large conspiracies rarely materialize as imagined. They explore ancient rituals like the Eleusinian Mysteries, and the unique appeal of secret societies rooted in exclusivity. Marshall also highlights how occult beliefs influenced revolutionary thought and encourages responsible storytelling in pop history.

Margaret reads you a story about werewolves, polyamory, and cycles of trauma.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two of this week's episode, Margaret continues her talk with Jamie Loftus about Baba Yaga, the Slavic legend who eats children and occasionally helps people. Original Air Date: 11.9.2022See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Margaret talks with Jamie Loftus about Baba Yaga, the Slavic legend who eats children and occasionally helps people. Original Air Date: 11.7.2022See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kicking off spooky month with a story about demons that I don't want to spoil by telling you more about but it's so good I promise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katie Goldin, host of the podcast How Glaciers Move, dives into the life of anarchist prince Peter Kropotkin, exploring his revolutionary views on mutual aid and cooperation in nature. They discuss Kropotkin's adventurous 30,000-mile journeys through Siberia, where he challenged Darwin's theories on evolution and glaciers. Goldin highlights Kropotkin's insights linking climate change to human societies and emphasizes how modern science supports his notions of cooperation as a key evolutionary advantage. This conversation reveals Kropotkin's lasting influence on both science and social theory.