Deep History is a conversational podcast that uncovers the remarkable stories hidden in ordinary places. Join Lee and Bob as they explore the people, events, and forgotten moments that shaped the world around us, one story at a time.
Top Ten Strangest Things About the JFK Assassination
Everyone knows what happened in Dealey Plaza on November 22, 1963. But more than sixty years later, some of the strangest details surrounding the Kennedy assassination still sound almost impossible. For the Season One finale of Deep History, we count down ten of the strangest documented facts surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy—not conspiracy theories, but events that are actually part of the historical record. How did an outpouring of affection for Kennedy actually slo...
6 Aug 2026
S1E8 Key Events in the City of Hate
Dallas didn't become the "City of Hate" overnight. In this episode of Deep History, Lee and Bob explore the key events that transformed Dallas into one of America's most politically volatile cities in the years leading up to President Kennedy's assassination. You'll hear the story of the infamous Mink Coat Mob, examine Lee Harvey Oswald's failed attempt to assassinate General Edwin Walker, revisit the shocking attack on U.N. Ambassador Adlai Stevenson, and uncover the origins of the "Wanted f...
30 Jul 2026
S1E7 The People of the City of Hate
Why did Dallas earn the infamous nickname "The City of Hate"? In this episode, we explore the political and cultural forces that shaped Dallas before President Kennedy's assassination, examining influential figures including Edwin Walker, H.L. Hunt, Ted Dealey, W.A. Criswell, and the John Birch Society. Discover how anti-communism, religion, politics, and media combined to create one of the most controversial cities in America on the eve of November 22, 1963. Deep History explores the forgott...
23 Jul 2026
S1E6 Lee Harvey Oswald's Oak Cliff
Where did Lee Harvey Oswald live in Dallas, and what happened during the final hour before his arrest? In this episode, we trace Oswald's movements through Oak Cliff, visiting the homes, rooming house, and streets tied to his life in 1963 while examining the remarkable timeline from the assassination of President Kennedy to Officer J.D. Tippit's murder and Oswald's capture at the Texas Theatre. Along the way, we separate documented history from decades of speculation and conspiracy. Deep Hist...
16 Jul 2026
S1E5 The Texas Theatre
The Texas Theatre is far more than the place where Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested. In this episode, we uncover the remarkable history of one of Dallas' most iconic landmarks—from its opening as a state-of-the-art movie palace in 1931 to its role in the dramatic events of November 22, 1963, and its modern revival as a beloved home for independent film and live events. Join us as we explore the architecture, Hollywood connections, JFK history, and enduring legacy of the theater that became part...
9 Jul 2026
S1E4 Deep Ellum, Part II
Deep Ellum didn't just survive—it reinvented itself time and again. In Part 2 of our Deep Ellum series, we explore how this Dallas neighborhood became the birthplace of Texas blues, launching legends like Blind Lemon Jefferson, Lead Belly, and T-Bone Walker before evolving into the gritty music scene that welcomed artists like Nirvana and Pearl Jam. From the historic Pittman Hotel to decades of revival, decline, and rebirth, discover why Deep Ellum remains one of America's most fascinating cu...
3 Jul 2026
S1E3 Deep Ellum, Part I
Before Deep Ellum became the heart of Dallas music and nightlife, it was a gritty railroad crossroads where industry, innovation, opportunity, and injustice collided. In Part 1 of our Deep Ellum series, we trace the neighborhood's origins from the arrival of the railroads in the 1870s through the end of World War I. Discover how the Continental Gin Company helped make Dallas a manufacturing powerhouse, why Henry Ford chose Deep Ellum for one of his earliest assembly plants, and how waves of w...
3 Jul 2026
S1E2 The Ghosts of the Adolphus Hotel
Long before it became one of America's most famous haunted hotels, the Adolphus was a bold statement about Dallas's future. In this episode of Deep History, Lee and Bob step inside the legendary Adolphus Hotel to separate fact from folklore. You'll discover the remarkable story of beer magnate Adolphus Busch, why he chose Dallas for his grandest hotel, and how the city was transforming into the financial and cultural capital of the Southwest. Along the way, they explore the hotel's famous gue...
3 Jul 2026
S1E1 The Unknown Adventures of Bonnie & Clyde
Everyone knows the legend of Bonnie and Clyde. But the real story is far more surprising. In the premiere episode of Deep History, hosts Lee and Bob separate fact from folklore as they uncover the lesser-known details behind America's most famous outlaw couple. From Bonnie Parker's secret marriage and Clyde Barrow's missing toes to the Dallas neighborhoods that shaped their lives, this episode explores the human stories hidden beneath decades of myth. You'll learn how Bonnie and Clyde really ...
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