Episode 189: The Story of Alison Botha & Pirate Bartholomew Roberts

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Send us a Text Message.Trigger and Content Warning!!Ashley recounts the harrowing tale of Alison Botha, a South African woman who braved an incredibly traumatizing event, exceeding everyone's expectations, and proving that if you have enough fight, you can survive anything! Then, we set sail on a thrilling journey into the life of one of history's most notorious pirates, Bartholomew Roberts. Known as Black Bart. Roberts rose from humble beginnings to become the feared and respected lead...

Send us a Text Message.Step back in time with us in this captivating episode as we explore two intriguing historical phenomena: the Regency Era and the enigmatic tale of The Dancing Plague of 1518.First, we dive into the elegance, scandal, and societal intricacies of the Regency Era, a captivating period nestled between the Georgian and Victorian eras. We unravel the layers of this captivating epoch, delving into its fashion, etiquette, and the emergence of the "Female Tattler" – a clan...

Send us a Text Message.This week it's Ashley and her wonderful husband Cody bringing you the story of James Bond's creator: Ian Fleming. James Bond was very cool, and Ian, according to Ian, was too, haha! So, tune in to hear all about this not so great man who made really great stories! We're waiting.....Check out True Crime with Ivana Estelle where ever you listen to your podcasts!Support the Show.Want more of us "lovely ladies"? Well now you can get more of us on our Patreon! Subscribe http...

Send us a Text Message.Happy Mother's Day! Here, we are joined by the beautiful Tamara and Corinne of One Dry Kiss, where Tamara shares a story of a not-so-nice mother, when she talks about the horrible woman who killed Tim Schuster. This whole story is full of ups and downs. So, what are you waiting for? We're waiting... If you want to skip to the main story, it starts around 19 minutes! Support the Show.Want more of us "lovely ladies"? Well now you can get more of us on our Patreo...

Send us a Text Message.Hello lovely listeners! This week we are giving you a little treaty treat by releasing one of our coveted (haha) patreon episodes, if you love it and want more head on over to Patreon and join us wont you? In this episode Jessica and Ashley read some truly hilarious embarrassing stories and share some of their own embarrassments. Support the Show.Want more of us "lovely ladies"? Well now you can get more of us on our Patreon! Subscribe https://patreon.com/His...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we delve into two chilling stories of natural disasters and the supernatural.We begin with the Tri-State Tornado of 1925, a devastating whirlwind that tore through Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming hundreds of lives. Through first hand stories we learn more about the devastation and destruction it left behind.Transitioning to the realm of the supernatural, we unravel the enigmatic tale of The Hands Resist Him, ...

Send us a Text Message.Two ladies with a morbid fascination of the world's odd and eerie histories and mysteries. Every week, we explore a new topic in the true crime and history communities, with a sprinkling of the paranormal. So, come on in...we're waiting...Support the Show.Want more of us "lovely ladies"? Well now you can get more of us on our Patreon! Subscribe https://patreon.com/HistoriesandMysteries

Send us a Text Message.Have you seen the viral video of a mom finding human body parts in her son's closet? Well, Ashley watched his chilling interrogation where he talks about how he murdered Warren Barnes, a beloved part of the local community. Brian Cohee Jr. tells a story of murder, mutilation, and motive with a nonchalant tone and excited attitude. Following Ashley's riveting story, Jessica explores the life and exploits of Madame Cheng, one of history's most notorious pirates. Born...

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, we trace the remarkable life of O.J. Simpson, from his rise to football stardom to the infamous trial that defined his legacy and the events that followed. Beginning with Simpson's early years as a celebrated athlete and his transition to Hollywood icon, we explore the factors that shaped his public persona and contributed to his fall from grace.As we journey through the tumultuous days of the trial, viewers are immersed in the gripping courtroom drama ...