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Rotten to the Core

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Welcome, my darlings, to the enchantingly sinister history podcast that weaves dark tales of humanity's most infamous characters and events. This award-winning podcast shall bewitch you with wickedly captivating stories of true crime and the shadowy corners of history, exploring the twisted desires that drive these rotten souls to the brink of infamy. Hosted by the delightfully devious queer queen, Joshua Waters.

  1. A Dairy Deception: David Jacks' Moldy Empire

    15-10-2025

    A Dairy Deception: David Jacks' Moldy Empire

    Once upon a time in the golden hills of California, a tale of curdled ambition and Monterey Jack Cheese's tainted birth began... Gather, my sweet darlings, as we unravel the scandalous history behind a seemingly innocent delicacy. Imagine David Jacks, a man of shadowy intentions, weaving his way from Scotland's misty moors to the sun-drenched valleys of the American frontier. What secrets lay hidden in the milk churn and why did it leave such a bitter taste on the lips of history? Through dubious dealings and an appetite for more than just dairy, Jacks crafted not just cheese, but a legacy marred by controversy. Ah, the sinister seduction of success! This tale uncovers the murky methods that catapulted Monterey Jack from humble curds to a slippery slope of mass production. As you listen, my dearies, taste the irony in every bite — a bitter echo of what's rotten just beneath the creamy surface. Support Rotten to the Core: Follow Joshua for your next course of devilishly delicious tales. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    15 min.
  2. Molly Brown's Titanic Tale: From Rags to Righteousness

    02-10-2025

    Molly Brown's Titanic Tale: From Rags to Righteousness

    Behold, the storied journey of the Unsinkable Molly Brown — a tale of triumph, tempest, and timeless spirit that defies even the depths of the sea. Sweep back the velvet curtains of time, dear listener, and witness the saga of Margaret Tobin, known in legend as Molly Brown. From the ashes of poverty, she soared, a phoenix of philanthropy, championing the causes of women and children with her indomitable spirit. Across the grand expanse of America to the icy grips of Titanic's fate, Molly's resilience shimmered like a crown jewel amidst the grim tides. Her life's tapestry is woven with daring rescues, gilded halls, and a heart that remained ever buoyant. In honoring our first 'Fairest of Them All,' let's dive into a legacy that commands respect, courage, and above all — hope. Step into the lifeboat of Molly Brown's enduring tale, and together we shall sail towards a more compassionate world. Support Rotten to the Core: For more tales that float and inspire, follow Joshua Waters. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    24 min.
  3. Puffed-Up Peacocks: Andrew Tate's Hollow Roar

    01-10-2025

    Puffed-Up Peacocks: Andrew Tate's Hollow Roar

    Into the shadows of vanity and delusion, venture now, where Andrew Tate holds his mirror of toxic promises... Once upon this sultry stage strides Andrew Tate, proclaiming loudly of kingdoms unknown, an 'alpha' cloaked in bravado yet stripped bare by truth. Peer behind his glittering façade, my sweet ones, to glimpse the solitude and fear residing in false bravado. How swiftly the throne of claims and cries crumbles when truly seen! A chorus of controversy follows in his wake. Human trafficking and misogyny lie hidden beneath the bravado, like poison under a jeweled diadem. The dangers of such illusions echo through each harrowing tale, exposing the rot at the heart of toxic masculinity. With a wave of Ravenna's articulate wand, the truths are unearthed, a poignant reminder of the peril in misplaced power. Support Rotten to the Core: Stay close, dear listeners, for more revelations from Joshua Waters. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    19 min.
  4. The Malicious Majesty of Mad Queen Ranavalona

    17-10-2024

    The Malicious Majesty of Mad Queen Ranavalona

    Into the darkened tapestry of Madagascar’s throne, we whisper the name — Queen Ranavalona, the mad monarch of mayhem! Hearken to the chilling tale of Queen Ranavalona I, a reigning force as dynamic as she was deadly. Her court was a theater where power danced a bloody ballet, painting history in strokes of terror and control. From the sprawling jungles to the royal courts, her reign remains a cautionary tale wrapped in intrigue and shadow. A fitting tale for a throne of such lavish isolation, where loyalty was bought with fear and lives extinguished like the flicker of a candle. Such stories remain a vivid reminder of how the rot of power can fester unchallenged — until it consumes the very kingdom it once sought to protect. Enter the arena of power, my loves, where lessons are written in crimson ink. Support Rotten to the Core: Follow Joshua Waters for more monarchs made mad by power. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    18 min.
  5. Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Rotten Royalty: Jerry Lee Lewis' Turmoil

    08-07-2024

    Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Rotten Royalty: Jerry Lee Lewis' Turmoil

    Scandal lights up the stage as Jerry Lee Lewis strikes his fiery chords, revealing the rotten echoes of a life lived on the edge. Draw close, my darlings, as we dive into the frenzied whirlwind that was Jerry Lee Lewis. A maestro of melody and mayhem, his life struck chords that resonate beyond mere music. Marriages shrouded in scandal, untamed controversies that shadowed his illustrious career — every note he played wove a tale of defiance and discord. And yet, he danced as though the flames of hell were his partner, evading captors of law and morality. Fame was his fortress, but even its stone walls could not quell the rot festering within. In this episode, uncover the calamitous crescendo that brought his symphony of chaos to a head. Support Rotten to the Core: Stay tuned with Joshua Waters for more electrifying tales. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    21 min.
  6. Mao's Malevolence: The Bloodied Path to Power

    23-06-2024

    Mao's Malevolence: The Bloodied Path to Power

    Behold the storied rise of a farm boy into a tyrant; a tale written in the annals of blood and revolution — the life of Mao Zedong. A tired sigh of history echoes through China's verdant lands, churning beneath the mighty shadow of Mao Zedong. Born of humble dreams, he rose on the backs of revolution, carving his place into legend as the conqueror of ideals. But what of the tales untold, the cries muted beneath his sweeping ambitions? His legacy is a panorama of power unrestrained, painting in broad crimson strokes the story of the world's most successful killer. How did a dream for equity sway toward tyranny? Come closer, for an account as chilling as the winds of change itself. Let us journey into the revolution's heart, and see where its tangled roots still bear the bitter fruit of its progeny. Support Rotten to the Core: Follow Joshua Waters for more historical shadows unveiled. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    22 min.
  7. A Flicker in the Shadows: Matthew Shepard’s Enduring Light

    18-06-2024

    A Flicker in the Shadows: Matthew Shepard’s Enduring Light

    Mark the space where love was shattered in darkness; the world still mourns Matthew Shepard as a beacon of change and resilience. Under the bitter Wyoming sky, where wild winds whisper tales of hope and heartbreak, Matthew Shepard’s tragic saga unfolds. Once a vibrant soul, forever remembered in a story that rings with defiance against hate, crafting a legacy as enduring as any hero's. His brutal demise was not in vain, stirring hearts into a mosaic of advocacy and unity. Join me as we honor his memory and examine the regrets of those who brewed such hatred. In reflection, find renewal, heal and push forward — for in love’s light, darkness shall ultimately fade. This poignant episode serves as a rallying cry, a reminder that even amidst shadows, the human spirit shines brightly. Support Rotten to the Core: Navigate through the broader spectrum of humanity with Joshua Waters. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    20 min.
  8. The Enchantress’s Ensnarement: Allison Mack’s Fall

    11-06-2024

    The Enchantress’s Ensnarement: Allison Mack’s Fall

    In Smallville’s shadows, a tale of ambition twisted sour by seduction and secrecy — the fall of Allison Mack. Step right up, dear listener, to witness the unraveling of a starlet's sinister descent. From the glowing halls of 'Smallville,' Allison Mack's tale spins into the grim clutches of NXIVM, a twisted sanctuary of trust betrayed. The lure of power and recognition, oh how sweetly the poison whispered! Here lies the lesson of dizzying heights crashing to ruin. Salvation may come from learning these wicked webs of deceit, for they stand as markers on a path far too seductive and slippery for the unguarded heart. Join us on this startling exposé, a story smeared by ambition's darker side. Support Rotten to the Core: For more revelations in the starlight, follow Joshua Waters. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    25 min.
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Welcome, my darlings, to the enchantingly sinister history podcast that weaves dark tales of humanity's most infamous characters and events. This award-winning podcast shall bewitch you with wickedly captivating stories of true crime and the shadowy corners of history, exploring the twisted desires that drive these rotten souls to the brink of infamy. Hosted by the delightfully devious queer queen, Joshua Waters.

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    Black Label
  • Maker
    Joshua Waters
  • Jaren actief
    2022 - 2025
  • Afleveringen
    93
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    Veilig
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    © Copyright Black Label Podcasts
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    Rotten to the Core
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