That’s Terrible!
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Podcast Overview
<p><span>Welcome to That’s Terrible! — the fun, fascinating podcast where terrible things turn into amazing learning adventures for kids! </span></p> <p><span>Hosted by 10-year-old Amelia and her mom Erika, That’s Terrible! explores some of the world’s most shocking disasters, mysterious events and unbelievable mishaps in a kid-friendly format. Each episode features expert guests who help us understand the stories behind the headlines and the history that shaped our world. Perfect for curious kids, families, classrooms, road trips, and anyone who loves weird history and real-life mysteries!</span></p> <p><span>What you’ll find on That’s Terrible!: </span></p> <p><span>• Expert interviews that explain history and science </span></p> <p><span>• Educational storytelling for curious kids </span></p> <p><span>• Book recommendations for further learning </span><span></span></p> <p><span>Subscribe and join Erika and Amelia as we ask: What terrible thing should we learn about next?</span></p>
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4/6/2026
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August 10, 2026
1906 San Francisco Earthquake
The morning of April 18, 1906 brought a rude awakening for residents of San Francisco, California. At 5:12 a.m., a massive earthquake struck, breaking gas lines and starting fires that burned throughout the city for days. On today's show, Erika and Amelia talk with Jack Grippi, a retired geologist who now conducts walking tours for the San Francisco Historical Society. He talks about the science behind earthquakes and tells the story of a young girl who survived. Learn more about earthquakes here! Read more about the 1906 San Francisco earthquake: I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake by Lauren Tarshis Lily and the Great Quake: A San Francisco Earthquake Survival Story by Veeda Bybee
July 27, 2026
The Radium Girls, Part 2
If you haven't listened to Part 1, we highly recommend you do before listening to this one. The Radium Girls were factory workers who painted clock dials at the United States Radium Corporation in Orange, New Jersey and the Radium Dial Company in Ottawa, Illinois. They were well paid, and the job was fun. The paint made things glow in the dark, and the girls often used it on themselves as well, painting their dress buttons, their nails and even their teeth. Everyone in town knew who the girls were. But soon, the whole world would hear about them. What the girls didn't know was that the paint they were using, and the way they were told to use it, was very dangerous. Some got very sick. Their employers refused to help them, so the Radium Girls had to stand up for themselves. In the last episode, Erika and Amelia talked with Kate Moore, author of The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women, about the dangers of radium and how the factory workers were instructed to handle it. This week, we talk about what happened after the women got sick and how they're remembered today. If you want to read more about the Radium Girls, we recommend: The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women by Kate Moore. This is an excellent book but definitely for the adults! Younger readers should check out the edition of Moore's book made just for them called The Radium Girls: The Scary but True Story of the Poison that Made People Glow in the Dark. The Story of Marie Curie by Susan B. Katz and Who Was Marie Curie? by Megan Stine tell the story of the woman who discovered radium. If you want to see a sneak peek of a production of the play that inspired Kate to write her book, you can find one on YouTube from 2024 done by Columbus State University.
July 13, 2026
The Radium Girls, Part 1
This topic was so big, we had to split it into two episodes. Trust us: It's worth it! The Radium Girls were factory workers who painted clock dials at the United States Radium Corporation in Orange, New Jersey and the Radium Dial Company in Ottawa, Illinois. They were well paid, and the job was fun. The paint made things glow in the dark, and the girls often used it on themselves as well, painting their dress buttons, their nails and even their teeth. Everyone in town knew who the girls were. But soon, the whole world would hear about them. What the girls didn't know was that the paint they were using, and the way they were told to use it, was very dangerous. Some got very sick. Their employers refused to help them, so the Radium Girls had to stand up for themselves. In this episode, Erika and Amelia talk with Kate Moore, author of The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women. She tells us about the dangers of radium and the women who worked at the factories. In the next episode, we'll hear about how the Radium Girls fought back against the companies responsible for making them sick. If you want to read more about the Radium Girls, we recommend: The Radium Girls: The Dark Story of America's Shining Women by Kate Moore. This is an excellent book but definitely for the adults! Younger readers should check out the edition of Moore's book made just for them called The Radium Girls: The Scary but True Story of the Poison that Made People Glow in the Dark. The Story of Marie Curie by Susan B. Katz and Who Was Marie Curie? by Megan Stine tell the story of the woman who discovered radium.
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- What is That’s Terrible!?
<p><span>Welcome to That’s Terrible! — the fun, fascinating podcast where terrible things turn into amazing learning adventures for kids! </span></p> <p><span>Hosted by 10-year-old Amelia and her mom Erika, That’s Terrible! explores some of the world’s most shocking disasters, mysterious events and unbelievable mishaps in a kid-friendly format. Each episode features expert guests who help us understand the stories behind the headlines and the history that shaped our world. Perfect for curious kids, families, classrooms, road trips, and anyone who loves weird history and real-life mysteries!</span></p> <p><span>What you’ll find on That’s Terrible!: </span></p> <p><span>• Expert interviews that explain history and science </span></p> <p><span>• Educational storytelling for curious kids </span></p> <p><span>• Book recommendations for further learning </span><span></span></p> <p><span>Subscribe and join Erika and Amelia as we ask: What terrible thing should we learn about next?</span></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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