American Hysteria

I found this show through You’re Wrong About, which is also amazing. The thoughtful and thorough research Chelsea does on this topic that is so dear to me (MA in American folk studies) entertains, empathizes, and puts a spooky and beautiful spotlight on what our culture cares about. Chelsea’s sense of humor as well as their deep empathy for humans in all their stupidity and glory is what makes this show the best.

I love this podcast, it is entertaining but you can tell Chelsea does her research too… my only note is that I wish she would stop saying “committed suicide.” It isn’t a crime you commit - died by suicide is better.

I love the show, Chelsea is fantastic. They are very insightful and I am always learning new things. The show is a joy to listen to, well made and a little bit weird.

The topics seemed interesting but it wasn’t long before I picked up on the very odd cadence of speaking. Hoping to give it a chance, I scrubbed through numerous episodes hoping it was just one or two awkward recordings. Unfortunately it was not. It makes listening so unbearable that having to listen to a full episode would be pure torture.