The Town Criers

Gothic literature, Queen Victoria, and child labor. What could go wrong? Listen to the full episode on November 6th.

That's right. It's October 9th, better known as Leif Erikson Day (but we give credit to his father, Erik the Red as well). Are you curious why vikings are associated with horned helmets?

The Town Criers discuss Cleopatra's political prowess and legacy, while criticizing how modern media primarily portray her as a seductress. Because they're oh-so thoughtful and witty.

Well, that's what we'd call it at least. Today, we dive into the Great Chicago Fire.

The Town Criers support women's rights...and wrongs. Let's talk about the major waves of feminism, iconic feminist & womanist authors, and important legislature.

The Town Criers' first foray into modern history. It's time to talk about the People's Princess, Diana. And her ex-husband, the guy with the ears.

Bloodletting, rats, and flagellants. No, it's not another witch episode: it's the history of the bubonic plague.

Let's talk about the original dancing queen (king?) King Louis XIV. He made Versailles the iconic palace it's known to be. He grooved, he moved.

He spelled his own name Willm Shakspere, although we now know him as William Shakespeare. In this episode, The Town Criers discuss his childhood, poems, marriage, and grave curse.

In this episode, Kaitlyn & Lila talk about all the Renaissance TMNT figures: Donatello, Michelangelo, Leonardo Da Vinci, and Raphael. They also talk about Medici corruption and more.

In today's episode, we talk about Marie Antoinette and the art of eating cake. Okay, the whole "let them eat cake" quote is not actually attributed to her, but it's a fun bit.

This is ancient Greece. This is the origin of the Olympics. This is. . .Sparta?

Bastards, baguettes, and Bonapartes: Ironically, it's not easy to keep Napoleon's story short. (Okay, we know his height was actually pretty average.)

Let's talk about one of our favorite presidents: Abe Lincoln. This is a tale of intrigue, attempted kidnapping, great plays, and. . .murder.

If you don't know about the moon landing, you're stupid. Moon the planet, specifically. Keep your pants up Louis Armstrong!

It's time to dive into Queen Elizabeth I, AKA The Virgin Queen. Oh, not like that...

Let's get crunk . . . or NOT! It's time to play a prohibition drinking game. Plus, would Al Capone have liked Buca di Beppo?

Today, The Town Criers explore where the Titanic went wrong. They also somehow bring King Julian into this, which isn't as surprising as it should be.

This episode dives into all the important pillars of ancient Egypt: pyramids, influential pharaohs, and spontaneous bursting into song. Please and thank you are the secret of the Nile (Pablo, Backyardigans , 2007).

It's time to learn about Benjamin Franklin: inventor of the bifocalnator, son of a soapmaker, and writer of sultry, sultry drama.

The Town Criers solve the mystery: Who B. on Lyndon's Johnson? They dive into The Cold War and touch back on John Freaking Kennedy (a fan favorite).

In this episode, The Town Criers analyze the history of the Loch Ness Monster. Is Nessia a monster or monSTAR?

The Town Criers explore the Kennedy family history, JFK's presidential candidacy, and so much more.

ARRRGHHH MATEYS! Climb aboard today's episode to learn all about the Golden Age of Piracy, female pirates, and plundering booty.

The Town Criers dumbest episode yet. The co-hosts explore jesters, fools, and jonglers galore. They go through the history of the most famous jesters.