Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned

<p>The world is littered with abandoned ruins. Places where you can’t help but wonder - <em>where did everyone go?</em> Join historian Sascha Auerbach, and comedian Tom Ward, as they reveal the incredible stories behind eerie ghost towns, ruined mansions, forgotten factories, crumbling castles, wartime relics, haunted prisons, and much more.  </p><p>With insightful interviews from local experts, laugh-out-loud comedy and fascinating nuggets of weird history – Where Did Everyone Go? is an entertaining journey to the world’s most remarkable abandoned places. From the producers of the <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6AWFKl3OO1jGjGVf3ytvIQ?si=ebe74721675d4998">Forbidden History</a> podcast.</p>

13. The Secret Distillery That Mass-Produced Molotov Cocktails

Learn how two anti-aircraft towers and a distillery in Finland hide the remarkable origin story of the Molotov Cocktail.  Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

04-06
35:53

45. The World’s Weirdest Abandoned Theme Parks – Part 2

The countdown of the world’s strangest abandoned theme parks continues with America’s first ever waterpark and a wild west town on top of a mountain.   Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09-24
29:21

44. The World’s Weirdest Abandoned Theme Parks – Part 1

The countdown of the world’s strangest abandoned theme parks begins with ‘Dogpatch’ in Arkansas and ‘Russian Village’ in Japan, two very peculiar and now eerily abandoned parks.  Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09-17
33:51

43. Amboy – The Original Route 66 Ghost Town

Discover the desert town of Amboy, a community tied to the tumultuous history of Route 66 - America’s most beloved and storied road.   Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09-10
38:49

42. The Fukushima Nuclear Meltdown

The dramatic tale of the 2011 Fukushima nuclear accident, the world’s worst nuclear disaster since Chernobyl. Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

09-03
31:55

41. The Caribbean City Buried by a Volcano

Listen to the incredible first-hand tales of escaping an erupting volcano and the devastating impact the disaster had on this tropical island of Montserrat.  Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08-27
35:03

40. The Brooklyn Army Terminal - Elvis Presley, Prohibition & WW2

This colossal building in Brooklyn played a vital role in a World War, helped enforce prohibition in New York and was the scene of a fascinating moment in the life of Elvis Presley. Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08-20
39:34

39. Amelia Earhart’s Secret Wyoming Getaway

Hidden in the wilds of Wyoming is the cabin of famous aviator Amelia Earhart, a little-known chapter of this amazing woman’s life… a life that ended in tragedy and an enduring mystery.    Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08-13
40:35

38. Romania’s Infamous Political Prison

Hear how inmates secretly published their own newspaper and plotted their eventual rise to national power…. Until it all came crashing down in one of the most dramatic downfalls in political history.    Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

08-06
38:19

37. The Notorious ‘Alaska Syndicate’ & the Richest Mine in the World

Learn how a shady organisation run by the Rockefeller and Guggenheim families took control of Alaska and made billions in the process. Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

07-30
34:53

36. The Disturbing Paris Catacombs & the Remains of 6 Million People

Beneath the streets of Paris lie millions of human bones painstakingly arranged in a breath-taking pattern. But who were these people and how did they end up here? Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

07-23
37:29

35. The Secret Nazi Nuclear Fusion Lab

The amazing story of a secret laboratory in Argentina run by Nazis that almost cracked the holy grail of science… nuclear fusion. Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

07-16
37:08

34. America’s Mothballed “Rocket Car” Program

Discover how new, ultra-fast trains came close to changing America forever and why the prototypes now sit discarded in a yard on the edge of downtown Pueblo, Colorado. Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

07-09
39:32

33. The Real POW Camp From "The Great Escape” Movie

A prisoner-of-war camp in Poland hides the story of one of the greatest escapes in military history… an escape immortalized by the 1963 movie “The Great Escape” starring Steve McQueen.   Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

07-02
42:41

32. Colorado’s Gunslinging Ghost Town (+ Sascha & Tom React to Comments)

Head to the town of Victor, the epicentre of the bloody ‘Colorado Labor Wars’, and hear how the fight for miner’s rights involved dynamite booby-traps, train-bombs, and a mass shoot-out on main street. Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

06-25
28:55

31. World’s Largest Nuclear Fallout Shelter

Why was the world’s biggest nuclear fallout shelter a spectacular failure and what was it doing in Switzerland!?  Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

06-18
33:08

30. Georgia’s Alien Research Facility

Hear how a cutting-edge scientific complex in rural Georgia helped the search for extraterrestrial intelligence and once came incredibly close to a jaw-dropping discovery. Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

06-11
39:11

29. Taiwan’s Giant Propaganda Speaker

Discover how a gigantic speaker was part of a fascinating battle between the Chinese Communist Party and Taiwan for control of a small but strategically important island.    Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

06-04
32:40

28. America’s World Record-Breaking Ocean Liner

The SS United States – one of America’s greatest ocean liners now sits rusting at a dock in Philadelphia. Hear how this incredibly luxurious ship broke a prestigious speed record and had a secret purpose only known by the US government.  Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

05-28
41:02

27. Muhammad Ali's African Training Palace

An abandoned palace and stadium in The Congo that played host to Muhammad Ali and George Foreman’s ‘Rumble in the Jungle' - one of the most legendary sporting events of all time.    Hosts: Sascha Auerbach, Tom Ward Producer: Lewis Rumbol Assistant Producer: Alice Chuter Editor: Chris Scott “Where Did Everyone Go? Histories of the Abandoned” is a recorded ‘as live’ podcast presented by comedian Tom Ward and historian Sascha Auerbach. Together they discuss abandoned things and places. Please be aware this is an unscripted discussion and whilst we try to ensure historic and factual accuracy, this isn’t always possible and as such ‘facts’ discussed may be the views and opinions of the presenters and should not be relied upon for historical accuracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

05-25
38:51

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