# Snake Oil Never Died (It Just Went Online): Featuring Dark History

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Podcast: [Rainy Day Rabbit Holes: History Unhinged](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rainy-day-rabbit-holes-history-unhinged-6613547)
Published: 2026-04-29T07:01:52+00:00
Episode link: https://www.rainydayrabbitholes.com/
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## Resource

Today’s episode is a special feature from Dark History: Where the Darkness Sees the Light, hosted by Rob Bradley. This episode explores the long history of snake oil—miracle cures, false promises, and the unsettling truth that these scams never really disappeared. They just adapted, modernized, and moved online. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/history-unhinged-rainy-day-rabbit-holes/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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