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Who is to blame for history's greatest tragedies? The Plague. The sinking of The Titanic. The break-up of the Beatles. Writer/Comedian Rebecca Delgado-Smith, along with a special guest, scrutinizes history’s greatest disasters to figure out what went wrong, and most importantly, who’s to blame. This comedy podcast is the perfect remedy to our everyday anxiety! They say history repeats itself, not on The Alarmist's watch!
Thrillist called The Alarmist one of the best new podcasts of 2019 saying, "It's hilarious, informative and addictive."
Maria Claire named The Alarmist one of the best new podcasts of 2020.
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The Alarmist The Alarmist

    • Comedy
    • 4.8 • 13 Ratings

Who is to blame for history's greatest tragedies? The Plague. The sinking of The Titanic. The break-up of the Beatles. Writer/Comedian Rebecca Delgado-Smith, along with a special guest, scrutinizes history’s greatest disasters to figure out what went wrong, and most importantly, who’s to blame. This comedy podcast is the perfect remedy to our everyday anxiety! They say history repeats itself, not on The Alarmist's watch!
Thrillist called The Alarmist one of the best new podcasts of 2019 saying, "It's hilarious, informative and addictive."
Maria Claire named The Alarmist one of the best new podcasts of 2020.
Sign up for our Patreon for ad-free listening, post-aftermath interview discussions & final verdict and exclusive bonus episodes
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    WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY: WHO IS TO BLAME?

    WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY: WHO IS TO BLAME?

    Who’s to blame for Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)?
    This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes actor Toccarra Cash to discuss the 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and the the downright dirty and deceitful incidents that occur while Mr. Wonka searches for an heir to his candy filled kingdom. They’re joined by Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Is this peak Capitalism at play? Perhaps Wonka is your textbook Workaholic? Or maybe he’s taken the “Ask for forgiveness, not permission” tactic a bit too far? Tune in and meet the newest member of The Alarmist Jail! The Alarmist is sponsored by BetterHelp.
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    • 1 hr 4 min
    The Aftermath: The Tasman Bridge Collapse

    The Aftermath: The Tasman Bridge Collapse

    New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca follows up on the Tasman Bridge Collapse with Australian historian and Hobart native, Dr. Imogen Wegman. Considering her parents drove over the Tasman Bridge an hour before its collapse, Dr. Wegman brings new meaning to the term ‘local historian!’ Dr. Wegman also shares vital new information about the local environment, weather patterns, and topography of the region. Afterward, Patreon Subscribers can see if the verdict holds up with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early. Not part of the Patreon family yet? Click below and join us!
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    • 34 min
    THE TASMAN BRIDGE COLLAPSE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

    THE TASMAN BRIDGE COLLAPSE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

    Who’s to blame for the Tasman Bridge Collapse?
    This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes Allan McLeod, host of the new podcast Walkin’ About, to discuss the Tasman Bridge Collapse in Hobart, Tasmania. Are we as a society really discussing the vulnerability of bridges enough? Could sailing familiar waters cause you to let your guard down? And what is the difference between a captain and a pilot when it comes to shipping? Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early join the conversation. 
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    • 1 hr 3 min
    The Aftermath: May Mailbag!

    The Aftermath: May Mailbag!

    Mail Call! Hey Alarmy! It’s been awhile since we last checked in and it turns out you have a lot on the brain. Sounds like it’s time for a good old fashioned Mailbag episode. Join The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith), Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early as they go through episode suggestions, reviews and reactions from listeners old and new to the Alarmy Family. Plus, there’s an update from the newest wings of The Alarmist Jail. Enjoy your mail. And don’t forget to Rate, Review, Subscribe and join our Patreon. Check the links below!
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    • 43 min
    THE RAMREE ISLAND CROCODILE MASSACRE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

    THE RAMREE ISLAND CROCODILE MASSACRE: WHO IS TO BLAME?

    Who’s to blame for the Ramree Island Crocodile Massacre?
    This week, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) welcomes old friend and all around funny guy Arthur Meyer to discuss the gruesome events that went down at Ramree Island during WWII. With so much second hand information flying around, how big a role did the crocodile’s play afterall? Are sharks to blame too? Maybe man simply doesn’t belong in the mangroves…perhaps we need to rename that? Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early join the conversation. 
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    • 1 hr 3 min
    The Aftermath: US Women’s National Soccer Team Pay Disparity

    The Aftermath: US Women’s National Soccer Team Pay Disparity

    New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca revisits the US Women’s National Soccer team pay disparity with Dr. Nancy Lough. Dr. Lough is the founding director of the Sports Innovation Institute and specializes in sports marketing, sponsorship and improving gender equity in the sports world. Her deeply insightful input is sure to fascinate, infuriate and inspire you. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can join Rebecca, Producer Clayton Early and Fact Checker Chris Smith as they revisit the verdict and discuss the exciting movement happening in women’s sports today. Not a Patreon subscriber yet? Click below and join us!
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    • 30 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
13 Ratings

13 Ratings

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I love the show and so do my kids aged 5,6&7.
I end up listening to most of the episodes twice!
The first time is to ensure they are suitable for young ears!
Gruesome murders and bad language are out, fun facts are in 😊😊😊
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