When men went off to fight in WW II, women did their own part. They worked in factories, played in a women's baseball league, and raised families. One woman's family was bigger than the rest. Meet Margaret Chung, who called thousands of military men her sons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mysogenistic article, 'What Are Girls Good For' infuriated Elizabeth Cochrane. Her well-written response to the newspaper did more than get her point across. It started her career as Nellie Bly, award-winning investigative reporter.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi, American Shadows fans! Things are getting spooky. Since you love Grim & Mild content, we think you'll want to experience season three of 13 Days of Halloween. New episodes air 10/19 - 10/31, so here's a snippet to get you excited for Devil's Night! About this season: Season Three: Devil's Night. When a 12-year-old boy and his dog are stranded far from home, they must find a way back through the chaos and mayhem of the most dangerous night of the year. Headphones recommended. Listener...

The story of Aaron Burr, who's legendary battle with fellow Founding Father began long before the duel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Georgia Tann believed the rich were better than those without means. She also believed lower-income couples should not have children This is the story of how thousands of children were stolen and sold in the black market.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During times of war and difficulties, people turned to sports and clubs as a way to enjoy friends, a good time, and to forget about their troubles and the headlines for a while. And sometimes, those same nightclubs made the headlines.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For many tourists, Coney Island was the epitome of summer. However, the carnivals and fun houses revealed another side of human nature.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before electricity, those who walked the night were looked down on — and feared. Murderers, thieves, and sex walkers were frightening enough. But those who roamed the night involuntarily—they were feared above all.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our quests for love can be disappointing. Maddening, even. When the love story that plays out is different than the one imagined – or the one you had wished for – the results can be devastating... or even deadly.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes, life will change in an instant, in a flash, or... in the case of the 1944 Hartford Circus... with a spark.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This summer, Grim & Mild Presents continues its journey into the strange, the unusual, and the fascinating. For our newest season, we’ll be taking to the high seas to explore one of history’s most notorious types of criminal: pirates. From naval battles and buried treasure, to deadly sword fights and stolen rum. Prepare to raise anchor! Grim & Mild Presents: Pirates sets sail on Friday, July 8th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If something seems too good to be true it often is, from snake oil to opiates the American medical system has tried some radical treatments to heal the sick and make a quick buck. But who stands between us and disaster, quietly uncovering the darkest aspects of so called medical miracles? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If I were to tell you that some of the things you know about health and wellness come from behind the veil, would you believe me? There was one man -- a reluctant sleeping prophet -- whose lasting imprint is still felt today.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There were those who exploited the cracks in the American dream, and took advantage of others -- and then there was one man who used it to become everyone he wished he ever could have been. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Growing old isn't for the faint of heart. It's true that none of us will get out alive -- but we can all hope that no one takes that truth into their own hands for us.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They say that "clothes make the man" -- but in the case of these violent few days in Los Angeles, clothes also became man's undoing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a darkness in the human soul when it comes to survival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get rich quick schemes have been around forever. But one con man not only made history, but became a household name.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daredevils. They are on a quest to go higher, faster, and bigger than anyone else. Some think they are foolish for tempting death. But for those in this story, testing their mortal limits has given them reason to live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes, it's true what they say about karma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On March 25, 1911, a fire broke out in the garment district. Within 18 minutes, 146 people were dead. Though the factory owners were acquitted of wrong doing, the fire paved the way for safety regulations.

In 1587, 115 people arrived on Roanoke. The newly appointed governor left for England, promising to return with supplies. When he returned, all that remained of the colony was a single word carved in a wooden gate post: Croatoan.

When life got tough, Kate Warn got tougher. She became a spy and agent at 23. And in 1861, her boss tasked her with saving the president elect's life.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

The Wild West. Home to legends — and one of the most bizarre stories of an outlaw ever told. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com