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The Great Molasses Flood of 1919: A Sticky Historical Disaster | E126
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In this weeks episode of The Crux True Survival Story Podcast, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh unravel one of history’s most unusual disasters—the Great Molasses Flood of 1919. Sparked by listener Amy from Stockton Springs, Maine, this episode dives into the bizarre yet tragic tale also known as the Boston Molasses Disaster. When a massive steel storage tank collapsed, it sent a towering wave of molasses flooding through Boston’s North End, killing 21 people and injuring over 150.
Julie and Kaycee explore the factors that led to the disaster, the devastating aftermath, and the extraordinary personal survival stories that emerged. From firsthand accounts to the legal battles that followed, this episode highlights the lasting impact of the event and the crucial lessons on industrial safety and corporate accountability. Tune in as the hosts also share listener messages and encourage fans to continue suggesting stories that deserve a spotlight.
Episode Breakdown:
- 00:00 – Welcome and Host Introductions
- 00:20 – Listener Shout-out and Story Setup
- 00:58 – Unfolding the Great Molasses Flood of 1919
- 02:43 – The Infamous Molasses Tank: A Disaster Waiting to Happen
- 06:39 – The Moment of Collapse: A Molasses Tsunami
- 10:02 – Chaos in the Aftermath: Eyewitness Accounts
- 12:22 – A Wave of Destruction: The Molasses’ Initial Impact
- 12:47 – Survivor Spotlight: Martin Cloherty’s Narrow Escape
- 14:35 – Survivor Spotlight: Frank P. Smith’s Quick Thinking
- 16:51 – Survivor Spotlight: Anthony Distasio’s Harrowing Experience
- 17:47 – The Herculean Cleanup Effort
- 19:58 – Legal Ramifications and the Fight for Accountability
- 24:12 – Remembering the Great Molasses Flood: Its Legacy
- 24:50 – Final Thoughts and Call to Action for Listeners
Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/
Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/
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Manage episode 441405324 series 3497032
In this weeks episode of The Crux True Survival Story Podcast, hosts Julie Henningsen and Kaycee McIntosh unravel one of history’s most unusual disasters—the Great Molasses Flood of 1919. Sparked by listener Amy from Stockton Springs, Maine, this episode dives into the bizarre yet tragic tale also known as the Boston Molasses Disaster. When a massive steel storage tank collapsed, it sent a towering wave of molasses flooding through Boston’s North End, killing 21 people and injuring over 150.
Julie and Kaycee explore the factors that led to the disaster, the devastating aftermath, and the extraordinary personal survival stories that emerged. From firsthand accounts to the legal battles that followed, this episode highlights the lasting impact of the event and the crucial lessons on industrial safety and corporate accountability. Tune in as the hosts also share listener messages and encourage fans to continue suggesting stories that deserve a spotlight.
Episode Breakdown:
- 00:00 – Welcome and Host Introductions
- 00:20 – Listener Shout-out and Story Setup
- 00:58 – Unfolding the Great Molasses Flood of 1919
- 02:43 – The Infamous Molasses Tank: A Disaster Waiting to Happen
- 06:39 – The Moment of Collapse: A Molasses Tsunami
- 10:02 – Chaos in the Aftermath: Eyewitness Accounts
- 12:22 – A Wave of Destruction: The Molasses’ Initial Impact
- 12:47 – Survivor Spotlight: Martin Cloherty’s Narrow Escape
- 14:35 – Survivor Spotlight: Frank P. Smith’s Quick Thinking
- 16:51 – Survivor Spotlight: Anthony Distasio’s Harrowing Experience
- 17:47 – The Herculean Cleanup Effort
- 19:58 – Legal Ramifications and the Fight for Accountability
- 24:12 – Remembering the Great Molasses Flood: Its Legacy
- 24:50 – Final Thoughts and Call to Action for Listeners
Email us! thecruxsurvival@gmail.com
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecruxpodcast/
Get schooled by Julie in outdoor wilderness medicine! https://www.headwatersfieldmedicine.com/
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