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Are you interested in the parts of history that remain a mystery?

Do you want to learn more about the historical myths and misconceptions used to prop up false

belief today?

I'm Nathaniel Lloyd.

In my podcast, Historical Blindness, I delve into all of these topics, sharing puzzling

tales from the past and examining hoaxes, conspiracy theories, and misremembered events

that provide insight into modern politics and religion.

Find out what's real and what's not when it comes to famous conspiracy theories, like

those surrounding notorious assassinations and secret societies, discover the weak and

deceptive underpinnings of modern political ideologies and religious beliefs.

Join me as I attempt to shed some light on our historical blind spots.

Two episodes every two weeks, find historical blindness on most podcast players and platforms.

Hutchinson, Minnesota, had some problems.

For the adults of Hutchinson, the problem was the teenagers.

They kept sneaking off at night to empty barns where they'd brace yourself, dance.

Who knew what sort of sin and heavy petting and French literature these barn dances might

lead to?

No, the adults of Hutchinson, Minnesota, did not approve.

And neither it seemed did the devil.

In the summer night, Satan himself suddenly appeared in the middle of the dance floor,

and the debauched teens ran in fear.

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