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157 – Akkad the Producer Nov 03, 2021

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Moustapha Akkad born in Aleppo Syria came to the United States in the mid 20th century with a dream of the theatre. He would go on to produce a 30+ year movie franchise easily recognizable today. Not familiar with his work? Listen in to today’s episode and learn about his journey to bring the Middle East to Hollywood! Also learn of the ironic plot twist ending this story would take!

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156 – Halloween in the White House! Oct 20, 2021

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Woah now, something is wrong! Due to unforeseen circumstances Joe and Jess weren’t able to record but no worries! We’re releasing to you all an Exclusive Patreon only Episode we did for Halloween WAY BACK in 2019. What a different time it was.
Listen into how presidents of yesteryear celebrated this spooky night! It’s a silly episode that demands you look up the images we discuss!

155 – The Witchfynder General Oct 06, 2021

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In the spirit of this spooky season, Joe tells us the tale of Matthew Hopkins the Witchfynder General which was mostly a self appointed title to a man with nothing much else going for him. Ever wonder where Monty Python got those ridiculous ideas about proving witches? Then look no further for many would be established by Mr. Hopkins and his crew of merry Lady Prickers. Yup, you heard that right! Listen in to find out more!

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154 – The Chamomile-lionaire Sep 22, 2021

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Young Living is THE name in north American Essential Oils. But how much do you know of the recently deceased founder Gary Young? Today Jess takes a look into the bizzare life of Gary Young. Accidently drowning babies? Jail time for practicing medicine without a license? A super sketchy clinic in Mexico? Find out more about this eccentric jailbird turned billionaire on today’s show!
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Special shout out to Nicole Einbinder of Business Insider who gave a great scoop on today’s show. Full disclosure Jess was pressed for time on this episode but has collaborated much of this information with other sources not listed here.

153- George Washington is dead! Sep 08, 2021

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Joe dives into the abrupt and unexpected death of America’s first president on today’s show. You may have heard a little about the blood letting or even the enemas. But what killed George Washington? Today we look at long held mystery of America’s first presidential death.
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152 – The Bly Balloon Incident Aug 25, 2021

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In the promising spring of 1945, the little town of Bly Oregon rocked by events they could never have predicted. Due to the nature of these events the incident was kept quiet and mostly hidden from the American public and especially the rest of the world. Due to the secretive nature of the cover-up, families affected by the incident would live the rest of their lives facing disbelief and sometimes even scorn when they told others of what happened. So what did happen in this tiny town? Listen in to todays episode and find out!
Special shout out to listener and patreon supporter Mike for suggesting the story!

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151- What DID they say on Tooth Decay? Aug 11, 2021

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Joe bites into history and the delightful topic of tooth decay today. From the earliest origins and the dreaded “tooth worms” to some more modern approaches to our rotten teeth. Join in for this toothsome story!

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150 – A History of Competitive Eating Jul 28, 2021

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After a moment of pure inspiration this 4th of July Joe simply had to dig into the facts on eating. As long as people have been eating food theres always that one person who feels they can eat more than someone else. Listen in as we see how deep the rabbit hole goes and some of the more outrageous results from past competitions!

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149 – A Dandy Fop for a President Jul 14, 2021

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Chester Arthur is a president most Americans would struggle to even recognize AS a president. But this foppish fiend of the White House was known for extravagant clothing, wicked sideburns, and rooting out the spoils system in the United States. Check out this episode for a crash course on an often-forgot president!
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148 – The Weird Origins of the 27th Amendment Jun 30, 2021

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Ahh! The 27th Amendment! Its that one that… yeah… does the freedom right? Don’t even remember what it does? Well you’re in luck! Sit back and enjoy as Jess and Joe not only remind you of what it is but enlighten you to the strange story of how it was passed over a hundred years after it was first put to a vote!
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