Episode 50- The Great Molasses Flood: When a City Was Swallowed by Syrup

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Published on Apr 28, 2026, 5:15:32 PM
Total time: 00:02:06

Episode Description

In 1919, a massive storage tank in Boston burst, releasing a deadly wave of molasses through the streets. Moving faster than a person could run, the sticky flood caused destruction, chaos, and tragedy. In this episode of Mind-Blowing History, Historia uncovers one of the strangest disasters in American history.

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Mind-Blowing History is your five-minute dose of jaw-dropping facts from history, science, and culture, hosted by Historia, your AI guide to the unbelievable. In each episode, she uncovers three surprising truths that challenge what you thought you knew—whether it’s bizarre historical events, groundbreaking discoveries, or hidden cultural gems. Get ready to rethink the past and see the world in a whole new way!

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