{"podcast":{"title":"The Strange History Podcast","slug":"the-strange-history-podcast-6015497","podcast_index_feed_id":6015497,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/5773362/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.strangehistorypod.com/","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e6ba8897445c11735ef9cde1ad7a0aad.jpg","author":"Strange History","episode_count":450,"summary":"The Strange History Podcast explores the forgotten, bizarre, and mysterious stories that history left behind. Each episode uncovers strange but true tales from the past—unsolved mysteries, unusual events, odd historical figures, and the eerie legends that shaped cultures around the world. Whether it's ancient curses, unexplained disappearances, or bizarre moments in world history, hosted with a passion for the weird, this podcast takes you deep into the darker and more curious corners of the historical record. Perfect for history buffs, mystery lovers, and curious minds alike, The Strange History Podcast brings the past to life—one strange story at a time. New episodes weekly. Dive into the weird side of history today. If you have an idea for an episode please email strangehistorypod@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast--5773362/support .","last_synced_at":"2026-07-30T14:19:02.473212+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast-6015497"},"episode":{"title":"The Pineapple Obsession: The Strange History of the World’s Most Dangerous Status Symbol","slug":"the-pineapple-obsession-the-strange-history-of-the-world-s-most-dangerous-status-symbol","published_at":"2026-06-06T04:05:02+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast-6015497/the-pineapple-obsession-the-strange-history-of-the-world-s-most-dangerous-status-symbol","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast-6015497","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pineapple-obsession-the-strange-history-of-the-world-s-most-dangerous-status-symbol--71251762","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71251762/elevenlabs_untitled_project_71.mp3","summary":"Why was the pineapple once the ultimate symbol of wealth and status? In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore the bizarre history of pineapple obsession in 18th-century Europe, where this tropical fruit was so rare it was rented, displayed, and even built into architecture. Discover how pineapples became a luxury item, why people didn’t eat them, and the strange, sometimes painful consequences of this obsession. From exotic trade routes to social status and dangerous indulgence, this episode uncovers one of history’s most fascinating food trends. Perfect for fans of weird history, strange facts, and true stories that reveal how far people will go for status. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast--5773362/support . 🎧 The Strange History Podcast Love bizarre true stories, forgotten scandals, and history’s most unhinged moments? Submit your ideas for The Strange History Podcast Follow The Strange History Podcast wherever you listen and never miss an episode. 🔗 Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify iHeartRadio Audible New episodes regularly. History gets weird here.","meta_description":"Why was the pineapple once the ultimate symbol of wealth and status? In this episode of The Strange History Podcast, we explore the bizarre history of pin…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":622,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-strange-history-podcast-6015497/episodes/the-pineapple-obsession-the-strange-history-of-the-world-s-most-dangerous-status-symbol/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-strange-history-podcast-6015497/the-pineapple-obsession-the-strange-history-of-the-world-s-most-dangerous-status-symbol.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}