Anxious and Afraid The Pod

Hey listeners! We just wanted to take a moment to catch up and let you know we'll be gone for a bit while we await the arrival of Michael and Abby's newest family member. Send all the good vibes for a safe delivery of baby Benjamin! We love you all hope to be back soon. As always, thanks for listening and stay safe out there!-Anxious and Afraid crew

In this week's episode, Abby takes the gang on an exciting journey as she recounts the tale of the 1980 Damascus Titan II missile explosion. Join us as we explore the realm of nuclear disaster near-misses and examine the one simple mistake that nearly wiped Arkansas off the map.Credits:Disaster AutopsyThis American Life Podcast, Episode 634 Wikipedia.comPopularMechanics.comMusic By:Brokeforfree.comMatt EdonEdited By:MichaelWebsite:https://anxiousandafraidthepod.com/Support the show by purchasing our merch!https://www.teepublic.com/stores/anxious-and-afraid-the-pod?ref_id=13121Have an episode topic suggestion? Email us! [email protected]

In this week's episode, Shawna revisits one of her most fascinating topics and shares a heart-stopping plane incident from 1990s Britain. Tune in as Shawna recounts the incredible story of a pilot who endured one of the worst experiences possible on an airplane, and the co-pilot who had to think quickly to save everyone on board British Airways Flight 5390.Credits:Mayday-Air DisastersWikipedia.comMusic By:Brokeforfree.comMatt EdonEdited By:MichaelWebsite:https://anxiousandafraidthepod.com/Support the show by purchasing our merch!https://www.teepublic.com/stores/anxious-and-afraid-the-pod?ref_id=13121Have an episode topic suggestion? Email us! [email protected]

In this week's episode, Abby returns with the conclusion of the two-part series on the kidnapping of heiress and college student Barbara Jane Mackle. Join the crew as they explore the identity of the kidnappers, their failed plan and capture, and the dramatic rescue of Barbara Mackle after she was buried alive.Credits:83 Hours Till Dawn by Gene Miller, in collaboration with Barbara MackleTime.comWikipedia.comMurderpedia.orgMusic By:Brokeforfree.comMatt EdonEdited By:MichaelWebsite:https://anxiousandafraidthepod.com/Support the show by purchasing our merch!https://www.teepublic.com/stores/anxious-and-afraid-the-pod?ref_id=13121Have an episode topic suggestion? Email us! [email protected]

In this week's episode, Abby returns with a gripping kidnapping story. In December of 1968, Barbara Jane Mackle was trying to complete her fall term exams at Emory College so she could go home for winter break. Unfortunately, her plans were interrupted when she was kidnapped by armed assailants and held for ransom under harrowing circumstances. Be sure to tune in for part one of this two-part series to hear all the details of this anxiety-inducing case.Credits:83 Hours Till Dawn by Gene Miller, in collaboration with Barbara Jane MackleTime.comWikipedia.comMusic By:Brokeforfree.comMatt EdonEdited By:MichaelWebsite:https://anxiousandafraidthepod.com/Support the show by purchasing our merch!https://www.teepublic.com/stores/anxious-and-afraid-the-pod?ref_id=13121Have an episode topic suggestion? Email us! [email protected]