These Old Newspapers Reported WHAT? Giant Skeletons & Strange Discoveries (replay)

About this episode

Why did the New York Times once report discoveries of 8+ foot tall skeletons and mysterious oversized skulls? In this episode, we dig into 5 astonishing headlines (+ 2 bonus headlines) from the newspaper's historical archives, exploring strange archaeological claims that have largely faded from public memory. Who were these alleged giants, what became of the reported discoveries, what role did the Smithsonian play in all of this, and why are these extraordinary stories rarely discussed today? Were they sensational newspaper accounts, misunderstood discoveries, or clues to a forgotten chapter of ancient history?