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Explore our complete collection of Pacific Northwest rabbit holes.
25. Hogging the Headlines: Rooting Out the Truth of the Pig Wars
It's our 25th episode!!! What happens when you batch record three episodes in one morning? This hot mess express! Today, Shea tells you all about how the San Juan Islands of Washington almost fell to
24. Ruby Ridge and the Pink Glitter Militia
Beautiful mountains, gorgeous lakes and waterfalls, epic hikes, mouth-watering craft beer, steamy hot springs.... Idaho's got it all....plus militias! Today, Jody tells us about how Ruby Ridge became
23. Humongous Fungus: This Mushroom Is A Mass Murderer
Hold onto your mushroom caps! Did you know that Oregon is home to the world's largest organism? Deep in the Blue Mountains an ancient killer is at work under the soil, spreading it's deadly tendrils f
22. Stanley Quencher Madness: #emotionalsupportwaterbottle
Step into the whirlwind of the Stanley Quencher water bottle craze! In this episode, we unravel the phenomenon that turned a simple hydration tool into a cultural icon. Discover what sparked the frenz
Rainy Day Rabbit Holes Trailer
Wondering if you should listen to Rainy Day Rabbit Holes? Well of course the answer is yes! Do you like to laugh while you learn? Then this podcast is for you. Do you like your history hysterical? The
21. Cascadian Conjurer: Ray Gamble, Millionaire Magician of Tacoma
It's Rainy Day Rabbit Holes story time, with professor of Pacific Northwest history Michael Sullivan. Michael leads us on a journey through the spellbinding world of Ray Gamble, Tacoma's own millionai
20. Zula Swanson: Alaskaâs Black Land Queen & Brothel Boss
Discover the untold story of Zula Swanson, a trailblazing entrepreneur who became Alaskaâs largest Black landowner and a powerful businesswoman. From running a high-profile brothel to shaping the regi
19. Lou Graham: Seattleâs Powerful Madam & Secret Philanthropist
Seattleâs early history wouldnât be the same without Lou Graham, the cityâs most misunderstood madam and business mogul. While many remember her for running one of Seattleâs most luxurious brothels, f
18. Something Strange is Afoot: The Salish Sea Feet Mysteries
Join us for a toe-tally intriguing episode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes where we dive deep into the baffling phenomenon of the Salish Sea Feet Discoveries! Since 2007, detached human feet have been washi
17. Crater Lake Mysteries: It's Kind of Like an Intergalactic Crime Scene
In this riveting episode, we dive deep into the enigmatic and mysterious occurrences surrounding Crater Lake, one of the most beautiful yet baffling locations in the United States. Known for its stunn
16. I Didn't Order Boobs In My Coffee! The History of Starbucks & the Coffee Wars
Uncover the caffeinated chronicles of the Pacific Northwest! From Seattle's own Starbucks' humble beginnings to the coffee wars and the sexy world of bikini baristas. Sip on the stories that brewed a
15. Mystical Brews and Historic Halls: Unraveling the McMenamins Magic at Elk's Temple
đď¸ Join us on the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes Podcast as we explore the enchanting world of McMenamins and their magical transformation of the Elk's Temple in Tacoma. Discover the captivating history of t
14. The R.E.I. Odyssey: Tracing the Outdoor Giant's History
<br> Unpack the incredible journey of Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) in this episode of Rainy Day Rabbit Holes. From its grassroots beginnings in 1938 as a cooperative in Seattle to becoming a nat
Happy Holidays from Rainy Day Rabbit Holes!
We just want to wish all of you out there a wonderful holiday season! Thank you for your love and support! We will be taking a break this week, but will have another great episode for you next week!<b
13. Winter Solstice Traditions in the Pacific Northwest (And Around the World)
Join us in this festive episode as we trace the roots of modern Christmas traditions back to ancient winter solstice celebrations worldwide. Explore the Yule log in Northern Europe, the luminous festi
12. The Singles Movie: Part 2
Today we continue our discussion about the iconic 1992 film Singles. Should you give your doctor hair advice? Should you use Gorilla Glue in your hair? What is the best garage door opener? These quest
The Most Seattle Movie Ever Made: Singles (1992)
Are you a Gen-Xer who gets all nostalgic about 90's grunge music, Doc Martens and flannel shirts?
10. Shea's gonna talk about Japan.....Again: The Internment of Japanese Americans in the Pacific Northwest
Will Shea ever stop talking about her trip to Japan? On today's episode, Shea recaps her big trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, how Japanese immigrants were a crucial part of the Pacific Northwest.
This is not a Culinary Podcast: Shea ruins Thanksgiving
On this week's special Thanksgiving mini-episode, Shea ruins Thanksgiving with some dark history.
This is not a Political Podcast: The Dark History of San Francisco's Chinatown
We made an executive decision; San Francisco is part of the Pacific Northwest, at least for this podcast! Shea fell down a major rabbit hole about the dark history of San Francisco's Chinatown, includ
This is not a Bigfoot Podcast: Sasquatch and Ape Canyon
Today Jody tells us about the incident that sparked the modern Bigfoot movement.
This is not a True Crime Podcast: The serial killer of Highway 20 Oregon
Buckle up for part 2 of Shea's Oregon serial killer rabbit hole!
The Itty Bitty Inn: An interview with the innkeeper Rik
A beacon in the night for weary travelers on the southern Oregon coast, the Itty Bitty Inn was just what Shea & Jody needed on their road trip.
This is not a Dinosaur Podcast & Oregon's 2023 serial killer (allegedly)
After humping a T-Rex, Shea decided she needed to know more about Prehistoric Gardens. Also, is there an active serial killer in Portland Oregon? Join us on the Rainy Day Rabbit Holes Podcast as we em