True Crime · 18 episodes
Unsealed Files
About this show
Dive into the dusty corners of history where justice was never truly served. Each week, we unearth a forgotten crime, presented as if pulled from an archivist's hidden vault. Discover the untold stories and eerie echoes of the past that demand to be heard again.
All 18 episodes
Latest 31 August 2026
Forgotten Infernos: The Halifax Explosion and History’s Hidden Catastrophes
Episode 19 · 5 min · 31 August 2026
Each week, a buried crime resurfaces—this time, a shipload of explosives turns Halifax into a war zone overnight.
Step into the shadowy archives of history as we unearth the devastating Halifax Explosion, a catastrophe whose echoes have largely faded from public memory. This episode meticulously reconstructs the events, revealing not just the tragic loss but the profound societal shifts and untold stories that followed. Discover why some historical infernos remain forgotten, and what vital lessons they still hold for us today, presented with the gravitas of a rediscovered, long-lost record.
Buried Crimes: The Forgotten Tragedy of the Ludlow Massacre
Episode 18 · 4 min · 24 August 2026
Unveiling the 1914 atrocity that claimed innocent lives and was nearly erased from history’s records.
Delve into the haunting story of the Ludlow Massacre, a tragic and often overlooked chapter in American labor history. Through the perspective of an archivist uncovering long-forgotten documents, this episode sheds light on the brutal clash between coal miners and industrial interests in 1914. Listeners will gain insight into the struggles for workers’ rights, the devastating consequences of corporate greed, and why remembering these events remains crucial today.
Forgotten Files: The Luminous Crime of the Radium Girls
Episode 17 · 5 min · 17 August 2026
Unsealing buried evidence of corporate negligence and tragedy from the shadowy archives of early 1900s America.
Delve into the haunting story of the Radium Girls, young women who worked in secret during the early 20th century, unknowingly exposing themselves to dangerous levels of radium. This episode uncovers the tragic consequences they faced and the groundbreaking fight for worker safety that followed. Discover a forgotten chapter of industrial history that highlights the real human cost behind scientific progress and why their story still matters today.
Buried Crimes: Forgotten Disasters from the Shadows of History
Episode 16 · 4 min · 10 August 2026
Each week, unseal a lost file—like the General Slocum tragedy—and uncover the neglected crimes time tried to hide.
In this captivating series, we delve into overlooked crimes and disasters from history’s shadows, revealing stories that time has almost erased. Narrated with the tone of an archivist uncovering long-forgotten secrets, each episode brings to light the significance of these hidden events and their impact on our world today. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of forgotten tragedies and the importance of remembering them to learn from the past.
Buried Crimes: The Forgotten Files of History’s Darkest Secrets
Episode 15 · 5 min · 3 August 2026
Unlocking hidden archives—this week, the Tuskegee Study and the deliberate denial of a cure, 1932–1972.
In this gripping series, uncover a forgotten crime from history’s shadowy past that time has left behind. Narrated with the tone of an archivist unearthing long-buried secrets, each episode reveals stories that have been lost or overlooked, shedding light on the darker chapters we can’t afford to forget. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of historical injustices and the importance of remembering these hidden truths to inform our present and future.
Lost Crimes Unveiled: The Forgotten Catastrophe of the St. Francis Dam
Episode 14 · 5 min · 27 July 2026
Each week, we uncover a buried crime history tried to erase—this time, a disaster written in water and mud.
In this episode, we delve into the tragic and largely forgotten story of the St. Francis Dam collapse—a catastrophe that devastated communities and reshaped engineering practices. Through meticulous exploration, we uncover the circumstances leading to the disaster, its profound impact, and why this piece of history deserves renewed attention. Join us as we bring this buried chapter to light, revealing lessons from the past that remain relevant today.
Forgotten Flames: The Iroquois Theatre Fire and the Crime of Negligence
Episode 13 · 6 min · 20 July 2026
Unearthing history’s buried disasters—where neglect, not malice, claimed hundreds of lives in 1903 Chicago.
Delve into the tragic and overlooked story of the Iroquois Theatre Fire, a devastating disaster born of negligence that claimed hundreds of lives in 1903. Through the perspective of an archivist uncovering long-buried evidence, this episode reveals how safety oversights and corporate irresponsibility led to one of America's deadliest theatre fires, offering crucial lessons on accountability and the importance of safety regulations that remain relevant today.
Forgotten Atrocities: Crimes History Tried to Bury
Episode 12 · 4 min · 13 July 2026
Unearthing chilling, overlooked crimes—one lost archive at a time. This week: The Bath School Disaster.
In this gripping series, we delve into overlooked crimes from history that have been buried or forgotten over time. Each episode uncovers the disturbing truths behind these unresolved atrocities, revealing why they matter and challenging us to remember what society tried to conceal. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of these hidden stories, shedding light on injustices that deserve acknowledgment and reflection.
Buried Crimes: Unboxing History’s Forgotten Scandals
Episode 11 · 6 min · 6 July 2026
Each week, an archivist uncovers a hidden crime—like Boston’s deadly 1915 molasses disaster—lost to time.
In this captivating series, delve into obscure yet impactful historical crimes that have been long forgotten. Each episode unearths hidden scandals, revealing the stories behind events that shaped history but faded from collective memory. With an archivist’s keen eye, listeners will uncover the significance of these concealed truths, gaining insights into the darker corners of our past and understanding why remembering these crimes matters today.
Forgotten Files: Crimes History Tried to Bury
Episode 9 · 7 min · 22 June 2026
Each week, we unbox lost scandals and silenced wrongs, dusting off the stories history hoped you'd never hear.
Dive into "Forgotten Files: Crimes History Tried to Bury," where we dust off long-forgotten cases from the annals of time. Each week, an archivist unearths a true crime that history intended to keep hidden, bringing to light the untold stories and profound societal impacts that still resonate today. Prepare to uncover the secrets, understand the overlooked injustices, and confront the unsettling truths that history attempted to bury.
Buried Truths: The Forgotten Coup of Wilmington, 1898
Episode 8 · 6 min · 15 June 2026
Unsealing history’s hidden crimes—one lost file at a time, narrated from the archivist’s desk of secrets
Unsealing history’s hidden crimes—one lost file at a time, narrated from the archivist’s desk of secrets
Buried Crimes: Unearthing America's Forgotten Coups and Cover-Ups
Episode 7 · 5 min · 8 June 2026
Each week, discover a hidden crime from history—narrated like secrets found in a box never meant to be opened.
Journey into the shadowy archives of American history with 'Buried Crimes,' where we meticulously unearth forgotten coups, scandalous cover-ups, and the untold stories that shaped the nation. Each episode pulls back the curtain on events deliberately obscured, revealing the profound impacts these hidden truths continue to exert on our present. Prepare to challenge your understanding of history and discover the secrets that were never meant to see the light of day.
Forgotten Atrocities: Crimes History Tried to Bury
Episode 6 · 6 min · 1 June 2026
Each week, rediscover a hidden crime—narrated by an archivist unsealing stories meant to stay locked away.
Journey into the shadowy corners of history with 'Forgotten Atrocities,' where we unearth chilling crimes deliberately swept under the rug. Each week, our archival deep dive reveals forgotten injustices, bringing to light narratives that demand to be heard. Prepare to uncover hidden truths and challenge your understanding of the past, as we confront the stories history tried to bury.
Buried Evidence: Forgotten Crimes That Shaped History
Episode 5 · 5 min · 25 May 2026
An archivist unearths chilling cases, like Mollie Maggia’s radioactive remains, that changed the world but faded from memory.
An archivist unearths chilling cases, like Mollie Maggia’s radioactive remains, that changed the world but faded from memory.
Forgotten Files: Crimes History Tried to Hide
Episode 4 · 5 min · 18 May 2026
Unsealing the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire—when justice was acquitted, and tragedy reshaped a city forever.
Unsealing the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire—when justice was acquitted, and tragedy reshaped a city forever.
Forgotten Files: History’s Overlooked Crimes Unsealed
Episode 3 · 6 min · 11 May 2026
Each week, an archivist unearths a buried crime lost to time—secrets that were never meant to resurface.
Each week, an archivist unearths a buried crime lost to time—secrets that were never meant to resurface.
Forgotten Files: Uncovering History’s Overlooked Crimes
Episode 2 · 4 min · 4 May 2026
Each week, we dust off lost cases—like Michigan’s 1879 coat murder—hidden in archives for over a century.
Each week, we dust off lost cases—like Michigan’s 1879 coat murder—hidden in archives for over a century.
Forgotten Frauds: Unveiling History’s Hidden Scandals
Episode 1 · 5 min · 28 April 2026
Each week, discover a buried crime from the past—narrated by an archivist unlocking secrets never meant to be found.
Each week, discover a buried crime from the past—narrated by an archivist unlocking secrets never meant to be found.
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