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All My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 75 - Our Diamond Episode!We have made it to 75 episodes! So in this our diamond episode where we recap some of our favorite dead people and memories.
2024-03-3034 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 74 - Crazy TwinsThis week Sue shares some odd stories (as only Sue can) of some crazy twins. Daisy and Violet Hilton and June and Jennifer Gibbons. Some weird shit for your listening pleasure.
2024-03-2322 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 73 - Florence Foster JenkinsHow many Opera singers do you know? Shannon only really knows one, Florence Foster Jenkins. This week we discuss the world's worst opera singer!
2024-03-1530 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 72 - Nellie BlyIn this week's show and in honor of International Women's Day, Sue covers Nellie Bly and her many adventures!
2024-03-1024 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 71 -Weird EpitaphsHow do you want to be remembered when you die? What words of wisdom do you want on your headstone? This week, Shannon shares some fabulous and weird epitaphs that are sure to make you smile.
2024-03-0235 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 70 - George TilyouThis week, Sue tells us the story of an early businessman and showman! He is the brains behind New York City's Steeplechase Park and selling sand in a box!
2024-02-2420 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 69 - Hedy LamarrThis week Shannon tells the story of one of the most beautiful women in the world who also happened to have a brilliant mind. Hedy Lamarr had it all, but that doesn't always mean life is great. She gave us films and wifi and what did she get in return?
2024-02-1728 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 68 - Carl LaemmleThis week Sue tells the story of the man who gave us fake monsters while he saved us from the real ones. Carl Laemmle was the brains behind Universal Studios and some of the greatest movies during the golden age of Hollywood. He also saved over 300 Jews from the Nazis.
2024-02-0921 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 67 - Isabella Stewart GardnerThis week we have a special request from Jen! She wanted to learn all about Isabella Stewart Gardner. Shannon tells the story of the wild and brilliant art collector who took Boston by storm!
2024-02-0431 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 66 - Family AnnihilatorsThis week Sue has some gruesome stories about people who killed their entire families! Family Annihilators is a real thing...look it up!
2024-01-2640 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 65 - Frances Cleveland, America's Youngest First LadyThis week, Shannon tells the story of the country's youngest First Lady, Frances Cleveland. At 22, she married the 49-year-old bachelor, Grover Cleveland, and changed the role of the First Lady for good.
2024-01-2130 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 64 - Anne HutchinsonWe had a special request from Dave who wanted us to talk about the person who the Hutchinson River Parkway is named after. So Sue did a little research and today we will learn all about the amazing 17th-century feminist, Anne Hutchinson.
2024-01-1220 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 63 - The Richmond Theater Fire of 1811This week Shannon tells us the true story of the Richmond Theater Fire of 1811. The fire took the lives of at least 76 people from Richmond Virginia society. Check out the book "The House is On Fire" by Rachel Beanland!
2023-12-3127 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 62 - Crazy dark meanings and twisted truths behind nursery rhymesHumpty Dumpty sat on a wall, you know the rest, but do you know the story behind it? This week Sue tells us the dark stories of death and prosecution behind children's nursery rhymes.
2023-12-2422 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 61 - Warren Delano - drug dealer!Today, Shannon tells the story of Warren Delano Jr. and his drug dealing days in China. The opium trade was far from legal but that didn't stop many Americans from making a fortune. Warren's grandson, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, would benefit from this wealth.
2023-12-1940 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 60 - Sports Legends who sacrificed for the greater goodToday Sue talks about famous athletes who sacrificed for their country during hard times. We have three amazing stories for you plus a Modern-Day Obit.
2023-12-1028 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 59 - Fred RogersThis week, Shannon tells the story of one of our favorite neighbors, Fred Rogers. And no, he was not a military sniper. He connected with children of all ages and we could use him again!
2023-12-0330 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 58 - Crazy Foreign Female Killers!Sue shares with us the story of two wild female killers, Canadian, Evelyn dick and Mary Ann Cotton from England. These bitches were crazy! Enjoy.
2023-11-2237 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 57 - Weird and harsh ObituariesHave you ever read a weird obituary and thought that you wished you had met that person? Or maybe you are glad you didn't meet that person? Let's look at some weird and harsh obituaries from random people!
2023-11-1933 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 56 - Can you cheat death??In this episode, Sue talks about 10 interesting cases where people survived major incidents only to die not long after from weird events! This is a weird one folks. Hold onto your butts!
2023-11-1227 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 55 - The Tower Family Murder/SuicideIn this episode, Shannon tells us the story of a murder/suicide from 1902 in Poughkeepsie NY. The prominent Tower family had it all, but there was something else lurking underneath. We also have two modern-day obits in this episode.
2023-11-0527 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 54 - Women of the Warsaw Ghetto UprisingWe are sorry we have been away for a while and this is a rough episode. Sue is going to talk about a subject that is very relevant today, the women of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. We also have a modern-day Obit for Matthew Perry.
2023-10-3133 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 53 - Theda Bara, the first Vamp!You've heard of Vampira and Elvira, well before they came around there was Theda Bara. A silent movie star, she was the first "Vamp" or exotic woman to entice the world. This week Sue tells the story of one of her favorite dead vamps!
2023-10-1523 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 52 - Unusual and weird Deaths!Shannon talks about some unusual and weird ways people have kicked the bucket. Everything from Shit to laughter, and hockey pucks!
2023-10-0633 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 51 - Animal IconsThis week, Sue shares some history of famous Animal Icons because some of our favorite animals are sadly dead too.
2023-09-3027 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 50 - Mary Mallon aka Typhoid MaryIt was tough to be an Irish immigrant, especially a single working woman, at the turn of the 20th century! It was even more challenging for Mary Mallon as the first known asymptomatic carrier of Typhoid fever. Listen to this week's episode to learn more.
2023-09-2233 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadBeautiful women with very tragic endingsIn this episode, Sue shares with us the stories of two beautiful women who suffered in life and died in very tragic situations. Listen and learn about Zelda Fitzgerald and Blanche Monnier.
2023-09-1534 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 48 - Alfred Stieglitz, The Father of Modern PhotographyThis week, Shannon tells us the story of the Father of Photography, Alfred Stieglitz. Not only did he fight for photography to be considered an art form, but he also brought new forms of art and the understanding of what art is to everyday Americans.
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2023-09-0942 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 47 - Grey Gardens and Big and Little Edie BealeSue tells us the story of the odd mother-daughter pair, Big and Little Edie Beale, and their house Grey Gardens. These two women who were once wealthy and influential, fell into a sorry situation with hoarding and lots of cats.
Shannon also includes a modern-day obit with the passing of the legendary Bob Barker.
2023-08-2630 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 46 - Frida KahloThis week, Shannon talks about one of her favorite artists! Frida Kahlo was an amazing woman who spoke the truth no matter how painful it was. She told her truth as she saw it in her artwork.
2023-08-2038 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 45 -Ruth HandlerIn this week's episode, Sue tells us the story behind the creature of Barbie! (Good timing, huh?) She will also explore other exciting details about women's equality in history.
2023-08-1221 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 44 - Julia ChildWho loves to cook? We do! And part of the reason for that was Julia Child! She inspired Americans to try something new and be more creative in the kitchen. This week we pay tribute to Julia Child.
2023-08-0636 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 43 - The 27 ClubThis week, Sue covers the "27 Club" legacy and discusses some of the famous musicians who died at this mysterious and tragic age.
2023-07-3122 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 42 - The Fox Sisters and SpiritualismIn this week's episode, Shannon covers the story of the Fox Sisters and the creation of the modern Spiritualism movement. Maggie, Kate, and Leah Fox traveled the nation in the 1850s and 60s making it seem like they could talk to the dead. But were they? Or were they just cracking their toes?
2023-07-2240 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 41 - Gertrude EderleThis week Sue is covering someone who was really great at swimming (which is something that Sue sucks at). Gertrude Ederle broke boundaries with her swimming abilities when she swam the English Channel in 1926. Listen and learn all about it then get out there and go for a dip!
2023-07-1425 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 40 - The Battle of GettysburgThis week Shannon shares with us a little history of the Battle of Gettysburg and some of the interesting deaths that occurred. We will also talk about just how spooky the place can be!
2023-07-0837 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 39 - Howard Carter and the King Tut CurseIn this episode, Sue covers the life of Howard Carter and his expedition to find the tomb of King Tut. We also discuss the legend of King Tut's curse, was it a curse or just a load of crap?
2023-07-0135 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode38 - The Unsinkable Margaret Brown and Titanic stuffSo this week the Titanic is back in the news for unfortunate reasons. Five more people have lost their lives in that area of the ocean. So we decided to look at someone who survived the Titanic tragedy and went on to do some amazing work, Margaret Brown, or the Unsinkable Molly Brown as history would call her.
2023-06-2442 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 37 - People who died having Sex!Sue has done some very interesting research for this week's episode. We are getting down and dirty in the bedroom with various characters who died while having sex. Shannon has added a new segment featuring modern obituaries.
2023-06-1828 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadLouis DaguerreThis week, Shannon tells us the story of one of the fathers of Photography, Louis Daguerre!
2023-06-0936 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 35 - Emily Warren Roebling and the Brooklyn BridgeSue is covering the interesting life and work of Emily Warren Roebling. She took over for her husband and helped build the Brooklyn Bridge! She was a trailblazer in so many ways.
2023-06-0425 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 34 - Queen Anne of Great BritainShannon was inspired to talk about Queen Anne after watching "The Favourite"! Queen Anne is a somewhat forgotten royal figure who ruled from 1704 to 1714. Her life was full of sadness and health issues but yet she still did an excellent job as Queen.
2023-05-2846 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 33 - Evil ChildrenThis week we are going deep and dark. Sue wanted to discuss the very macabre subject of Kids Who Kill. We ponder what makes someone evil, is it genetic? Do things in the child's environment bring it on? Could you think about this as well?
2023-05-2333 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 32 - Betty WhiteWho Doesn't love Betty White? Last week we talked about a creepy White, this week, Sue tells us all about the wonderful human being that was Betty White! Nothing but good vibes here.
2023-05-1430 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 31 - Stanford White and the Trial of the CenturyIn this episode, Shannon covers the story of the famous Gilded Age architect, Stanford White. Even though he made some beautiful works, his sex life got him into trouble and lead to his brutal murder.
2023-05-0748 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 30 - Norman RockwellThis week Sue talks about one of her favorite artists, Norman Rockwell! Everyone can relate to an illustration that he created. And even if you don't speak English, you can understand his work if you understand facial expressions and body language. His work is universal. We love Norman fucking Rockwell!
2023-04-2935 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 29 - Rachel ”Lochy” Ostrom: The Maiden Miser of PoughkeepsieTravel back with us to 19th-century Poughkeepsie on the Hudson River. This week we learn the story of Rachel "Lochy" Ostrom who became known as the Maiden Miser of Poughkeepsie. Listen as we talk about everything from her romance to her sad story to her wedding cake.
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2023-04-2242 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 28 - Bob Fosse, the legend of Dance!This week we have Jazz Hands! Sue is talking about Bob Fosse who was one of the greatest choreographers of all time. His hits include "Damn Yankees," "Sweet Charity," and "Chicago" just to name a few. Get your Jazz hands out!!!
2023-04-1534 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 27 - Annie Londonderry, Cycling the WorldShannon has found a fun story about a young housewife that needed to get the heck out of the tenement house. Annie Londonderry, also known as Annie Cohen Kopchovsky, decided to get on a bicycle and travel around the world in 1894. She left her husband and three young children behind to ride around the world in 15 months.
2023-04-0734 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 26 - Vampira, Maila NurmiSue will tell the tale of one of her favorite gothic ladies, Vampira, whose real name was Maila Nurmi. Everyone has heard of Elvira but did you know a groundbreaking woman from the 1950s heavily inspired her? You'll learn all about the interesting life of Vampira in this week's episode!
2023-04-0135 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 25 - Curious Corpses and Body PartsShannon decided to focus on the macabre this week! We are going to discuss several stories of corpses that lost various bits and pieces of their bodies. Also, the odd usage of corpses as trail markers on Mount Everest.
2023-03-2456 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 24 - Alex TrebekHey Breathers! In this week's episode, Sue pays tribute to Alex Trebek, The legendary host of Jeopardy! We feel like we've learned a lot from him and have always loved him! We are also very thankful for all of the nice comments we have received recently. Keep listening breathers!
2023-03-1826 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 23 - Edsel FordIn this week's episode, Shannon talks about Edsel Ford, the somewhat forgotten son of Henry Ford. Edsel was artistic, sensitive, and a visionary in his own right, but he was overshadowed by his overbearing father. For all the antique car buffs out there, we hope you enjoy this episode!
2023-03-1242 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 22 - Beatrice Alexander and her dollsToday Sue will discuss her research on Beatrice Alexander also known as Madame Alexander and her dolls! Beatrice was a businesswoman who introduced many new ideas to the world of dolls and these toys are still collected and loved today!
2023-03-0437 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 21 - The Female Murderess: Lucy Ann HoagOn this week's show, Shannon shares her research on Lucy Ann Hoag who was found guilty of murder in 1852. She was only the 4th woman to be executed in New York State's history!
2023-02-2640 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 20 - John LewisHi Breathers! This week we are joined by another special guest, Bill Kleppel, who will share with us the life and story of Civil Rights leader and United States Representative John Lewis.
2023-02-1936 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 19 - Levi P. Childs and Branch RickeyOn This week's episode, Shannon shares the life of an unknown man who lived to be over 100 years old. Enslaved in early life, purchasing his freedom, and witnesses a century of change. Sue will talk about the career of Branch Rickey and how he helped move baseball into its modern era.
2023-02-1139 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 18 - Elvis and Lisa Marie PresleyOn today's episode we have a special guest, Michael Coviello! Michael has foolishly agreed to come on and have a conversation about Elvis Presley. Sue will talk a bit about Lisa Marie and Shannon will admit that she knows nothing about the Presleys! Enjoy!
2023-02-0442 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 17 - Crazy Rich Vanderbilt WomenIn this week's episode, Shannon and Sue cover some interesting women with so much money it made them a little crazy. Or were they crazy already? Shannon discusses Alva and Consuelo Vanderbilt and Sue talks about Gloria Vanderbilt. You can email us at favoritedeadpodcast@gmail.com. We would love to know your thoughts.
2023-01-2955 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 16 - Vincent PriceWho doesn't love a good campy horror movie? In this episode Sue and Shannon talk about the life and career of Vincent Price! Not only was he a fabulous actor but he collected and educated people on art, food, and the importance of being open-minded.
2023-01-1636 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 15 - 1972 Munich Olympics and Cyclist Major TaylorIn this episode, we take a look at some interesting sports events and figures. Sue talks about the terrible massacre at the Munich Olympics of 1972. Shannon will discuss the life of one of the greatest African American cyclists, Major Taylor.
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2023-01-1043 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 14 - Neil Peart and Jim MorrisonHi Breathers! In this week's episode, Shannon talks about one of the greatest drummers of all time, Neil Peart of the Canadian Rock band Rush. He wasn't just a great drummer but a profound lyricist. Sue talks about the brief yet bright life of Jim Morrison of the Doors and her pilgrimage to his gravesite in Paris.
2023-01-0244 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 13 - Terrible Fire CatastrophesIn this week's episode, we look at some terrible fire catastrophes from the past and the deaths that changed history. Sue covers the famous Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911, and Shannon covers the fire of the Steamboat Henry Clay in 1852.
2022-12-2639 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 12 - Interesting dead French FolksIn this week's episode, we talk about two interesting dead French folks from history. Shannon covers Julie D'aubigny, a 17th-century sword-fighting, opera-singing, bisexual badass. Sue will discuss the 20th century's most famous mime Marcel Marceau.
2022-12-1842 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 11 - Audrey HepburnThis week, Sue takes on the life, films, and fashion of Audrey Hepburn while Shannon confesses to not knowing much about Hepburn or her films.
2022-12-0436 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 10 - Franklin Delano RooseveltThis week, Shannon finally gets the nerve to talk about one of her favorite people who she happens to know quite a lot about. 32nd President of the United States, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and Sue adds an extra addition of one of our favorite historic animals, Fala.
2022-11-271h 06All My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 9 - Walt DisneyThis week, Suzanne talks about one of her favorites, Walt Disney, and Shannon chimes in with some facts on some of the early female animators and artists who worked for him.
2022-11-2146 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 8 - Rod Serling and Alfred HitchcockJoin Shannon Butler and Suzanne Turrisi as we talk about some of our favorite dead creators of thrills, suspense, and horror! Rod Serling and Alfred Hitchcock!
2022-10-311h 05All My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 7 - Eleanor RooseveltOn this week’s episode, I am joined by special guest Kristin Charles-Scaringi, the assistant director of the Howland Public Library. Together, we decided to focus on just one person, as she disserves an episode all to herself, join us as we discuss the life and legacy of Eleanor Roosevelt. You will see very quickly that we are total Eleanor Roosevelt fangirls! Enjoy!!
2022-10-231h 16All My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 6 - The Murdering LizziesJoin Shannon Butler and special guest host Suzanne Turrisi as we discuss our two favorite Lizzies who we are glad are dead. Lizzie Halliday and Lizzie Borden were both famous for being accused of killing people in the 19th century. #spooky #murder #truecrime #history #dead
2022-10-1647 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadEpisode 5 - Charlie ChaplinThis week, we look at the life of Charlie Chaplin, as well as the famous character he created, The Tramp.
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2022-10-1027 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 4 - Mark TwainJoin Host Shannon Butler as she talks about one of the most popular writers and humorists in American History, Mark Twain.
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2022-10-0339 minAll My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 3 - Violet Jessop and Charles Herbert LightollerHost Shannon Butler is joined by a special guest, Shawn Butler (her brother) to discuss some people who both managed to survive some tough times on the seas. Violet Jessop and Charles Herbert Lightoller. Both survivors of the sinking of the Titanic, as well as other various ships.
2022-09-171h 00All My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People Are Dead - Episode 2 - Queen Elizabeth IIJoin me as I pay tribute to her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, freshly added to the list of favorite dead people.
2022-09-1118 min
All My Favorite People Are DeadAll My Favorite People - Episode 1 - Sara Delano RooseveltWelcome to the very first episode of All My Favorite People Are Dead: a history podcast. Your host, Shannon Butler, will tell you the story of some of her favorite and interesting dead people! In this first episode, we look at the life of Sara Delano Roosevelt, a tough yet misunderstood Mother of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Feel free to send me some of your favorite dead people to talk about favoritedeadpodcast@gmail.com
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