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

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