72 episodes
Unobscured Grim & Mild
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- History
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4.7 • 7.7K Ratings
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Each season of Unobscured digs deep into one of history's darkest and most misunderstood moments, and sheds light on the true story beneath the myth.
Explore the Salem witch trials (S1), the Spiritualist Movement (S2), Jack the Ripper (S3), and Grigori Rasputin (S4) through the narrative storytelling of Aaron Mahnke, along with prominent historian interviews.
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S4 – 1: In Search of a Friend
When she traded her name for an empire, Alexandra faced a world that bewildered her—imperial Russia. Even her wedding was overshadowed by death. The darkness of those waters left her searching for a lineline.
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S4 – 2: Man of Contradictions
His hometown was a crossroads. Money and merchandise passed him by, so when Grigory set out on the road himself, it just made since. But he walked into a future that no one could see coming.
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S4 – 3: Made Manifest
The Tsar and his people wrestled for control of the empire. A voice whispering that control was his divine right was exactly what Nicholas wanted to hear.
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S4 – 4: Sheep's Clothing
At the right hand of the Tsar, Grigory Rasputin turned his newfound power and prestige to vicious ends. And he wasn't the only one. Predators across the empire were howling for blood.
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S4 – 5: Standoff
Nicholas and Alexandra found themselves in an endless cascade of battles. Comfort and rest was in short supply. Every path before them seemed to lead to the same dead end. But one voice promised to guide them home.
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S4 – 6: Laying On of Hands
Venomous rumors wrapped Rasputin and the Romanovs in a whirlwind. Grigory himself was at the center of the storm. But when the holy man seemed to promise the only path to healing, it made his grateful patrons turn a blind eye.
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Customer Reviews
Great stories
Aaron is an excellent storyteller. These stories are meticulously researched and well written. I learned a lot listening to this podcast. I can’t wait for the new season!
Stumbled upon and couldn’t stop listening
I have always had an interest in the Salem Witch Trials. I stumbled upon Unobscured after listening to other podcasts in the Grim & Mild family. When I realized season 1 was nothing but information on the trials I had to listen immediately. I love the level of detail provided in Unobscured and consider this the best podcast I’ve listened to regarding this topic. It’s an interesting, deep dive and I’ve learned so much from it.
Unobscured Whitechapel
True to form but blossoming in this extended format, AMand G&M deliver fresh perspective. Events you may think you know well; reexamined and fleshed out. The show provides an unexpected history instead of a tired rehash. The storytelling, pacing and narrational are engaging in its unexpectedness, challenging the listeners assumptions. Unobscured delivers past events in a binge worthy format. And to Mr. Mahnke, « Hi »