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S1 Ep 44EXECUTION OF THE ROMANOVS: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the violent execution of the Romanovs. She is joined by Reality Life podcast host, Kate Casey, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund. On the board this week: Rasputin, Nicholas II, and a Faberge Egg. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 26, 202039 min

The Aftermath: Mailbag and Listener Voicemails

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith), Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund listen to a very interesting voicemail, which makes them re-think the concept of Alarmist Jail!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643ell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 21, 202029 min

S1 Ep 43FAILED BRITISH ANTARCTICA EXPEDITION: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the disastrous British Antarctica Expedition that left explorer Robert Falcon Scott and his entire crew dead. She is joined by Gear Enthusiast Grady Miller , Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund.On the board this week: British Manners Gone Wild, Frozen Socks and rival explorer, Amundsen. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 19, 202046 min

WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE CHEATING SCANDAL: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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The Alarmist has over ONE MILLION DOWNLOADS and to celebrate we are treating you to this BONUS EPISODE where Rebecca, Chris and Amanda figure out who is to blame for the Who Wants to be a Millionaire Cheating Scandal that rocked the gameshow world. On the board: The Ingrams, Greed and Fandom.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 202044 min

S1 Ep 42THE 2008 FINANCIAL CRISIS: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the 2008 Financial Crisis. She is joined by Bad With Money Author/Podcaster Gaby Dunn, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda. On the board this week: President Reagan, Big Bosses at Big Banks and Toxic Masculinity (of course)!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 202042 min

The Aftermath: Fall of the Aztec Empire

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Rebecca talks with Dr. Camilla Townsend, Distinguished Professor of History specializing in Early Native American and Latin American History At Rutgers University, about who she thinks is to blame for the fall of the Aztec Empire. What she says just might change Rebecca's verdict!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 7, 202039 min

S1 Ep 41THE FALL OF THE AZTEC EMPIRE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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In this special Cinco De Mayo episode, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the fall of the Aztec Empire! She is joined by writer/producer Alex Fumero, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund. Also, Guest Expert Dr. Camilla Townsend, Distinguished Professor of History specializing in Early Native American and Latin American History At Rutgers University, weighs in.On the board this week: Moctezuma’s Hubris, Spanish Machismo and Smallpox (duh). Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 5, 202045 min

The Aftermath: Chilean Mining Accident and Marilyn Monroe Mailbag

This week, Rebecca talks with real-life hero, Richard Soppe (Senior Drilling Application Engineer at Center Rock Inc), who was a part of the American team that successfully rescued the trapped Miners.Then, she is joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund to read emails from The Alarmy about the death of Marilyn Monroe episode. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 30, 202035 min

S1 Ep 402010 CHILEAN MINE ACCIDENT: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame the 2010 Chilean Mine Accident that left 33 miners trapped underground for 69 days. She is joined by Special Guest, Faryn Einhorn, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund. On the board this week: San Esteban Mining Company, The Chilean President and The Big Ass Rock.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 202040 min

The Aftermath: Death of Marilyn Monroe with Web Crawlers

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On this week's Aftermath, Rebecca is joined by Ali Segal and Melissa Stetten of the Web Crawlers Podcast! Will their conspiracy theories change Rebecca's verdict? In the Conspiracy Corner: Aliens, The Kennedy Boys and the 20th Century Fox.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 23, 202039 min

S1 Ep 39THE DEATH OF MARILYN MONROE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the death of Marilyn Monroe. She is joined by actor/podcaster Lauren Lapkus, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda. On the board this week: Childhood Trauma, Marilyn’s Doctor and the Kennedy Boys. Also, Ali Segal and Melissa Stetten of Web Crawlers chime in with their conspiracy theories about the Kennedys!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 202040 min

The Aftermath: Astor Place Riot

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On this week's The Aftermath, Rebecca talks with Professor of English and Comparative Literature at Columbia University, James Shapiro, about who he thinks is to blame for the Astor Place Riot. Then, Rebecca is joined by Chris and Amanda for a listener email about the Crucifixion.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 16, 202033 min

S1 Ep 38THE ASTOR PLACE RIOT: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for The Astor Place Riot aka The Shakespeare Riot. She is joined by return guest/theatre expert, Jaquelyn Landgraff, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund. On the board this week: The Bowery Boys, The Curse of the Scottish Play and Dress Codes.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 14, 202043 min

The Aftermath: Crucifixion of Jesus Christ

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On this week's Aftermath, hear the extended interview with Dr. Helen Bond (Director of the Centre of Christian Origins at Edinburgh University and author of The Historical Jesus: A Guide for the Perplexed). Will her expert testimony change Rebecca's verdict? Tune in and find out!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 9, 202029 min

S1 Ep 37THE CRUCIFIXION OF JESUS CHRIST: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ. She is joined by returning guests Matt Hobby and Mary Grill, Fact Checker Chris Smith, Producer Amanda Lund and Guest Expert Dr. Helen Bond (Director of The Centre of Christian Origins at Edinburgh University and author of The Historical Jesus: A Guide for the Perplexed.) On the board this week: Pontius Pilot, Jesus and wild card, Barabbas.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 7, 202037 min

The Aftermath: Alarmy Mailbag

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This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) responds to The Alarmy's feedback on past verdicts. Joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 2, 202027 min

S1 Ep 36GAME OF THRONES FINAL SEASON: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the highly anticipated/highly disappointing final season of HBOs Game of Thrones! She is joined by special guest,\ Matt Gourley, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund. On the board this week: The Showrunners, George RR Martin and of course, JJ Abrams?Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 202042 min

The Aftermath: Panic Buying and Listener Emails

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Don't have access to your therapist right now? We got you. The Alarmist talks to Associate Professor at Macquarie University Centre for Emotional Health, Dr. Melissa Norberg about how to mentally prepare for a grocery store visit and staying mentally healthy during self isolation. Then, Rebecca is joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund to read listener emails!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 202041 min

S1 Ep 35CORONAVIRUS TOILET PAPER PANIC: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the panic buying that led to the GREAT TOILET PAPER SHORTAGE OF 2020. She is joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith, Producer Amanda Lund and Guest Expert (Associate Professor at Macquarie University Centre for Emotional Health), Dr. Melissa Norberg. On the board this week: Fear Contagion Effect, Social Media and Trump.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 24, 202038 min

The Aftermath: Hillsborough Stadium Disaster

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On this week's Aftermath, hear the incredible, heart-wrenching, interview with Phil Scraton (author/criminologist) who was a member of the Hillsborough Independent Panel and author of Hillsborough - The Truth. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 202027 min

S1 Ep 34THE HILLSBOROUGH STADIUM CRUSHING: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week, The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith decides who is to blame for the horrendous Hillsborough Stadium Crushing. She is joined by Senior Research Associate in urban planning (University of Toronto), Patrick Adler, Fact Checker Chris Smith, and Producer Amanda Lund. On the board this week: The South Yorkshire Police, Hooliganism, and the Sanctity of Soccer. End song: You’ll Never Walk Alone Again by Gerry and the PacemakersTell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 17, 202049 min

The Aftermath: Appeal Case of Harry S. Truman

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On this episode of The Aftermath, Harry S Truman appeals the guilty verdict he received for the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. After hearing expert testimony from The Alarmys, Judge Delgado Smith, will decide if she should overturn her verdict or keep Truman in the jail to complete his LIFE SENTENCE. She is joined by co-ballifs Chris Smith and Amanda Lund.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 13, 202020 min

Alarmist Alert: Coronavirus

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On our very first Alarmist Alert Bonus Episode, Rebecca Delgado Smith, talks with UCLA Infectious Disease Expert, Dr. Otto Yang on how alarmed we should be concerning the CORONAVIRUS.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 202024 min

S1 Ep 34THE CARNIVAL "POOP" CRUISE DISASTER: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the Carnival Triumph Cruise Ship Disaster aka The Poop Cruise. She is joined by writer/friend/Alarmy, Victor Quinaz, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund. Also, recent cruise-survivor Clayton Early chimes in with his experience cruising in the time of Coronavirus.On the board this week: Carnival Cruise Corporation, Hedonism and Pipes. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 202046 min

The Aftermath: Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

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On this episode of The Aftermath, Alarmist history is made (MAYBE). A conversation with historian of science/creator of nuclearsecrecy.com, Alex Wellersteinn, makes Rebecca rethink her verdict. Chime in with your thoughts!Call the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 202033 min

S1 Ep 33ATOMIC BOMBINGS OF HIROSHIMA AND NAGASAKI: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for the the nuclear bombings of two Japanese cities that brought WWII to a close. She is joined by podcast/writer, Erin Gibson, and historian of science/creator of nuclearsecrecy.com, Alex Wellerstein. Also there "contributing" are Fact-Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund. On the board this week: FDR's Little Dinger, MENifest Destiny and Bushido.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 3, 202052 min

The Aftermath: Mad Cow Disease

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On this Aftermath Episode of The Alarmist, we hear the extended guest expert interview with Alarmist listener/Cattle Farming Expert - Haden Parrish! Also, listener emails!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 202033 min

S1 Ep 32MAD COW DISEASE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for the Mad Cow Disease Epidemic. She is joined by returning guest, Clayton Early, Fact-Checker Chris and Producer Amanda. On the board this week: Factory Farming, The British Government and CANNIBALISMSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25, 202044 min

The Aftermath: Black Sox Scandal and Listener Feedback

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On this week's Aftermath Episode, Rebecca talks with MLB historian, Charles Fountain about who he thinks is to blame for the scandal! Check out Charles' book, Betrayel: How the 1919 Black Sox Scandal Changed Baseball. Also, we hear a listener voicemail about Megxit and read an email that claims Henry VIII might be to blame for every historical tragedy.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 20, 202031 min

S1 Ep 31THE BLACK SOX SCANDAL: WHO IS TO BLAME?

On this episode, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the 1919 Black Sox Scandal that marked the end of innocence in baseball. She is joined by guest, Michael Angarano aka Mikey 'the guest' Angarano. Also, Chris 'the fact checker' Smith and Amanda 'the producer' Lund chime in with their thoughts. On the board this week: The state of the country, the MLB managers and soggy balls.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 18, 202044 min

S1 Ep 30THE BREAKUP OF BRAD & JENNIFER: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for the breakup of Hollywood’s beloved It Couple: Brad Pitt and Jennifer Anniston. She is joined by returning fan favorites, Anastasia Kousakis and Georgia Mischak. Also, clinical psychologist Deanie Eichenstein, chimes in with her expert opinion. On the board this week: Brennifer’s House, The Media and Brad Pitt’s demons.Call the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 202053 min

The Aftermath: Home Alone/Burr-Hamilton Duel

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Hear an extended interview with guest expert, John Sedgwick, on who he thinks is to blame for the Hamilton-Burr duel. Also, a listener email about who they think is to blame for Home Alone! Will they change the verdict - forever altering history? TUNE IN AND FIND OUT.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 6, 202030 min

S1 Ep 29BURR-HAMILTON DUEL: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the Hamilton V. Burr duel! She is joined by special guest, Baron Vaughn, and guest expert, John Sedgwick. On the board this week: Rep in the Streets, Toxic Masculinity and of course Hamilton and Burr. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 4, 202053 min

S1 Ep 28MEGXIT: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's exit from the royal family AKA Megxit. She is joined by guest Jennifer Zaborowski (We Need To Talk About Britney) and royals expert, Kristen Meinzer. On the board this week: The Royal Rota, Racism and In-Laws.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheCall the Earios hotline! 844-370-8643Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202046 min

S1 Ep 26CHERNOBYL: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) is joined by comedian, Paul F Tompkins, to decide who is to blame for the Chernobyl nuclear meltdown. Chernobyl expert and real-life on the ground hero, Dr. Robert Peter Gale, who helped treat victims of the accident, gives his opinion on who is to blame. Dumdumbs, Chris and Amanda, are there too. On the board this week: The Soviet Union, Moscow's Hubris and....AMERICA!?Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 21, 202050 min

S1 Ep 25THE LINDBERGH BABY KIDNAPPING: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for the crime of the century: the kidnapping of the Lindbergh baby. She is joined by returning guest, Maggie Marion, fact-checker Chris and producer Maria. On the board this week: Bruno Hauptmann (convicted in court), Charles Lindbergh, and The Fashion Industry....JUST KIDDING...The Media.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 14, 202055 min

S1 Ep 24THE MURDER OF SELENA: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith), dives deep in to who is to blame for the murder of the Queen of Tejano music, Selena Quintanilla-Pérez. She is joined by special guest Jessica Eason, fact checker Chris, producer Amanda and guest expert Miguel Ángel Masjuan. On the board this week: Yolanda Saldívar (the obvious choice), stage parents and returning criminal, the fashion industry. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 7, 202046 min

S1 Ep 2Y2K: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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The year was 1999 and the world was terrified of how computers would handle the new millennium. People became convinced that on January 1st, 2000, it would be the end of times. On this week's episode of The Alarmist, Rebecca welcomes fellow podcaster Molly Hawkey to discuss who is to blame for the mass hysteria around what turned out to be the least tragic tragedy in history, Y2K. On the board: The Media, Religious Doomsdayers, John Koskinen and Computer Programmers.Listen to Molly Hawkey's incredible podcast, SPERMCAST wherever you listen!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 20191h 5m

S1 Ep 22HOME ALONE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

In the Holiday Classic, HOME ALONE, the McCallister family travel to Paris but mi for Christmas but mistakenly leave 8 year old Kevin behind. This week, Rebecca invites Chris Smith and Amanda Lund to the show to discuss who is to blame for the horrendous tragedy of Kevin being left HOME ALONE! On the board: Buzz, Uncle Frank, Cousin Heather, Holiday Stress, Kevin's Mom and Dad, The Storm, and of course, Kevin.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheWant more HOLIDAY FUN?! Listen to Amanda Lund's podcast, THE COMPLETE CHRISTMAS! The newest season in her, COMPLETE WOMAN series.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 201952 min

S1 Ep 21THE SILVER BRIDGE COLLAPSE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

On December 15th, 1967, the Silver Bridge in Point Pleasant West Virginia collapsed during rush hour traffic. Built in 1928, the bridge connected West Virginia and Ohio across the Ohio River. The collapse of the eyebar suspension bridge is the deadliest bridge disaster in US history. Matt Hobby of Young Sheldon drops by to place the blame on someone or something and send them to the alarmist jail! On the board: the steel manufacturer, oxygen,The Mothman, human complacency, and The American Bridge Company.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 20191h 14m

S1 Ep 20THE ALCATRAZ PRISON BREAK: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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In 1962, inmates Frank Morris, John Anglin, and Clarence Anglin broke out of the legendary Alcatraz Penitentiary and were never seen again. Many say they died in the water... other say they are alive and well in some foreign country. How did these three men manage to escape a maximum security facility located on an island in the middle of San Francisco Bay? Who is to blame?! Melissa Stetten of the fascinatingly fun podcast, Web Crawlers, helps Rebecca point the finger at a couple of suspects. On the board: oxygen, The Mothman, the guards, prison music hour, salt, human laziness, and of course... ghosts.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 20191h 4m

S1 Ep 19THE PREPPY MURDER CASE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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It's a given that Robert Chambers is to blame for the brutal murder of 18 year old Jennifer Levin. But who is to blame for Jennifer not getting the justice she deserved? How was a murder victim perceived as more villanous than the murderer? Rebecca Delgado Smith and her guest Nicole Shabtai will figure out who is to blame. On the board: Archbishop McCarrick, Defense Attorney Jack Litman, The New York Social Scene, and The New York Post.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 26, 201954 min

S1 Ep 18The Aftermath: Gender Reveal and Exxon Valdez

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On this bonus episode, ALARMIST HISTORY is made when a listener email makes Rebecca change her verdict! Also on this weeks episode: insider information on the gender reveal gone wrong and a shocking revelation about sea otters. Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram and Twitter @thealarmistpodcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 201923 min

S1 Ep 18THE KILLING SPREE OF BONNIE AND CLYDE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, and her guest Jennifer McCartney decide who is to blame for the murderous crime spree of the infamous Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. On the board: The Texas Prison System, Prohibition, Buck Barrow and of course, Bonnie and Clyde.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 19, 20191h 8m

S1 Ep 17The Aftermath: A Bonus Episode

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In this bonus episode, The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, responds to listener emails with Fact Checker Chris and Producer Amanda. Will you be able to change her mind about who is to blame for these great tragedies? Listen and find out!Did you like this bonus ep? Let us know and we will keep doing them! Send us your thoughts!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram and Twitter @thealarmistpodcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 201918 min

S1 Ep 17THE JOSÉ FERNÁNDEZ BOAT ACCIDENT: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith and her guest, Adam Lustick decide who is to blame for the boat crash that killed MLB superstar, José Fernández and his two friends off the coast of Miami. On the board: Night Boating, Fidel Castro, Lack of mental health programs in the MLB and José himself.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistTheSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 12, 20191h 6m

S1 Ep 16GENDER REVEAL DISASTER OF SAWMILL ARIZONA: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for the gender reveal gone awry that caused a 47,000 acre fire in Sawmill Arizona. Yikes! Rebecca is joined by Earios co-founder and co-host of the Foxy Browns podcast, Priyanka Mattoo. On the board: The American School System, Toxic Masculinity, Gender Obsession, and the daddy-to-be, Dennis Dickey.Watch the footage of the explosion here!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram and Twitter @thealarmistpodcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 5, 20191h 8m

S1 Ep 15THE SALEM WITCH TRIALS: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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In this very special Halloween episode, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for The Salem Witch trials with special guest, Mary Grill and "research" assistant, Chris Smith. On the board this week: THE WEATHER, PURITANISM, and THE BUCKLE BOYS. Who will go to The Alarmist Jail this week? Tune in and find out! Tell us who you think is to blame for the Titanic Disaster at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram and Twitter @thealarmistpodcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 29, 20191h 11m

S1 Ep 14THE WACO SEIGE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

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This week The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for the Waco Seige, a 51-day standoff between federal agents and members of the Branch Davidians. This week, she is joined by podcast-hero and David Koresh guitar owner, Matt Gourley! On the board: The ATF, Janet Reno and her peacocks, and of course, David Koresh.Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram and Twitter @thealarmistpodcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 22, 20191h 6m

S1 Ep 13THE EXXON VALDEZ OIL SPILL: WHO IS TO BLAME?

The Alarmist, Rebecca Delgado Smith, decides who is to blame for the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill with guest, CeCe Pleasants. On the board this week: The DRUNK captain, Exxon Shipping Company and...Producer Amanda's Mom!?Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.com!Email us at [email protected] us on Instagram and Twitter @thealarmistpodcast.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 20191h 3m