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Patron Pilot #1: Film School for Scoundrels #1 - Eraserhead Jan 31, 2019

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In the pilot episode of our patron spin-off show Film School for Scoundrels, we take a look at David Lynch's 1977 art house classic - Eraserhead.

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: In Heaven by Laurel Near, David Lynch, & Peter Ivers and In Heaven by The Pixies

E49: Death of JFK Jr. Jan 28, 2019

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John F. Kennedy Jr. was at one time one of the most popular men in Manhattan, working his way through law school and beginning a career as an Assistant District Attorney before launching the groundbreaking George magazine. Unfortunately for a city who couldn't get enough of young "John John", JFK Jr., his wife Carolyn, and her sister Lauren were killed in a tragic plane crash near Martha's Vineyard in 1999. In the last part of our Kennedy family series, we take a look at the life and death of JFK Jr., discussing a number of conspiracy theories along the way.

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: Many Rivers to Cross by Jimmy Cliff

E48: The Chappaquiddick Incident Jan 21, 2019

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On the night of Friday, July 18, 1969, Ted Kennedy was involved in a car accident that killed passenger Mary Jo Kopechne. What followed was a bizarre series of events, with Kennedy not reporting the accident to police for nearly ten hours, attempting to cover-up details of what transpired on that evening, and acting in a manner that would end his chances of ever rising to the political heights of his brothers John and Robert. This week, Matt and Kayla take on the Chappaquiddick Incident, going through the official timeline of events, discussing all those involved, and dissecting the theories as to what actually happened that night.

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: And I Will Follow by After All

E47: Jimmy Hoffa Jan 14, 2019

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Jimmy Hoffa, former leader of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, was at one point considered by Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy to be one of the most powerful men in the United States. In a quick spin-off of Big, If True's Kennedy family series, Matt and Kayla take a look at the life and mysterious disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa, covering his famous feud with RFK, his meteoric rise to becoming president of the Teamsters, and the bizarre details behind his disappearance.

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: Two Hands and a Hat by Black Happy

E46: RFK Assassination Jan 07, 2019

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Robert F. Kennedy looked to pick up where his brother John left off, working to usher in an era of hope in the United States which would see an increased focus on civil rights, getting troops out of Vietnam, and ensuring a better overall deal for all Americans. Before Bobby could even begin to make good on his promises, he was gunned down by a young Palestinian man named Sirhan Sirhan. On this week's episode, we talk about the life and times of Bobby Kennedy, look at the circumstances behind his assassination, and talk about some of the suspicious aspects behind RFK's tragic killing.

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Music: Abraham, Martin and John by Dion

E45: 2018 in Review + Catching Up Dec 31, 2018

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Happy New Year to all! To celebrate the end of 2018 and to ring in the new year, Matt and Kayla take a look at the best and worst of 2018. They talk about Hawaii, Saudi Arabia, North Korea, and dive into their top 10 films and albums. On top of the year-end recap, they also catch up with some of Big, If True previous episodes with some recent updates. Have a safe and happy new year - we'll see you all in 2019!

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: Auld Lang Syne by Sufjan Stevens

E44: Home Alone Dec 24, 2018

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Merry Christmas to our wonderful listeners! This week, Matt and Kayla take a break from conspiracies and all things dark and mysterious to take a look at one of their favourite Christmas films - Home Alone. Sit down and relax by the fireplace and enjoy this special holiday presentation by your friends at Big, If True.

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: White Christmas by The Drifters

E43: Krampus and the Companions of Saint Nicholas Dec 17, 2018

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Happy holidays to all of our listeners! In our first of three holiday-themed episodes, Matt and Kayla take a look at the long history of European Christmas traditions. They cover Saint Nicholas, Krampus, Black Pete, Belsnickel, and other terrifying companions of Saint Nick, as well as give a brief overview of the history of Santa Claus.

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: Baby, It's Cold Outside by Dean Martin

E42: JFK Assassination (Part Four) Dec 10, 2018

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President John Fitzgerald Kennedy ushered in an era of hope in the United States, working to mend relations with the Soviet Union, refusing to invade Laos and Cuba, and promising to further social benefits for all Americans. Before Kennedy could begin to make good on his promises, he was killed while visiting Dallas, Texas, allegedly by a lone gunman named Lee Harvey Oswald. Since 1963, the world has scrutinized the assassination of JFK and the subsequent killing of Oswald, implying that the truth is far darker than what the official story alleges.

In the fourth and final part of our JFK Assassination saga, we conclude by taking a look at the many alleged conspirators in the murder of President Kennedy. Matt and Kayla talk about the CIA, the Secret Service, Lyndon B. Johnson, the American mafia, anti-Castro Cuban exiles, and much more.

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: Sleeping In by The Postal Service

E42: JFK Assassination (Part Three) Dec 03, 2018

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In the third part of our JFK Assassination series, we tackle many of the controversial and bizarre elements of the case that have led to the birth of hundreds of conspiracy theories. Matt and Kayla discuss the conflicting Warren Commission and HSCA reports, the grassy knoll, Umbrella Man, Badge Man, the Three Tramps, and more.

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Intro/Disclaimer: Josh McLellan

Music: (Glad I'm Not) a Kennedy by Shona Laing

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