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Did James Bond author Ian Fleming indirectly and directly infiltrate the CIA? Did the CIA try to replicate scenes from a James Bond novel? This and more in the newest episode in our Bay of Pigs series. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, we discuss the amazing life of the incredible, the mysterious and the magnificent, Doctor Vacuum himself Richard Bissell and his involvement in spearheading the lead up to The Bay of Pigs invasion. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, we discuss the ballad of Pedro and the infamous attack of the pamphlets. Stay tuned for more bay of pigs pigs. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, we begin to explain why the bay of pigs isn't actually about a bunch of pigs in a body of water. What is it actually about? This series will tell you. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

We decided to finally quit Stalin' and post the final episode of the Death of Stalin series. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, we discuss the literal death of Stalin and we talk about why no one wanted to check in on the fallen dictator. We also talk about the beginnings of a legendary power struggle. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In episode two of the saga of Stalin's death, Jake and I talk about what living in Soviet Russia was like and the circumstances that led to the events that killed Stalin. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, Jake and I talk about the important cast and characters involved in Stalin's inner circle. We also describe what it was like to be a part of Stalin's life when Stalin was nearing his end. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, Jake and I visit Wisconsin in 1952 and we examine just how Joseph McCarthy was reelected to the senate even after his political tactics had gotten him into some trouble. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

This is the introduction to a new season of the podcast. We will focus on the Cold War during the next couple of months. In this episode, we present a dramatized adaption of George Orwell's "Animal Farm". We do not own the rights to this production. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

Jake and I finish reading The Crucible in this edition of Lit Literature. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

The finale of our Watergate saga is here. Enough said. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

Jake and I begin reading The Crucible in this edition of Lit Literature. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

Cody from Least Haunted joins us and we talk about dead politicians getting elected and the many many versions of Abraham Lincoln's ghost. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In Part 4 of the Watergate saga, we reminisce on what could be the story of the founding of a great burger chain. Oh and we also discuss the early efforts of the Washington Post and Mark Felt (a.k.a. Deep Throat). Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In Part 3, we discuss the official unravelling of the Watergate incident. We find out just how stupid this scandal gets and we learn the true definition of C.R.E.P. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In part 2 of the Watergate deep dive, we meet "The Bum Squad". We also learn how tape might have been the greatest of all of the enemies to the Nixon administration. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

In Part 1 of our deep dive into Watergate, we talk about the circumstances surrounding the break in. We argue about numbers and discuss the beginning stages of an electoral disaster for Richard Nixon. Oh, and a bonus discussion on the validity of Watergate salad. Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

We are back for Season 4 which is all about politics and political history! Episode 1 is a March Madness style breakdown of all of the United States Presidents. At the end of the episode, Jake and I announce our pick for the best president of all time! Into/Out Music: "Last Energy For The Day" by Loyalty Freak Music We do not own the rights to this music.

This episode is the first of a special two part collaboration with Cody and Garth from Least Haunted! Join us as we discuss the pros and cons of Bacon and some science as well! Catch part 2 of this episode in Least Haunted's feed!

In this 3 part episode, we cover the work "The Importance of Being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde. Throughout this witty comedy, Wilde recreates and consistently satirizes Victorian England and its values. Who is Earnest and why is he important? You can find out by listening to these episodes.  Theme Song by Monplaisir (We don't own the rights to this music) For more information on this and other ep...

In this 3 part episode, we cover the work "The Importance of Being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde. Throughout this witty comedy, Wilde recreates and consistently satirizes Victorian England and its values. Who is Earnest and why is he important? You can find out by listening to these episodes.  Theme Song by Monplaisir (We don't own the rights to this music) For more information on this and other ep...

In this 3 part episode, we cover the work "The Importance of Being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde. Throughout this witty comedy, Wilde recreates and consistently satirizes Victorian England and its values. Who is Earnest and why is he important? You can find out by listening to these episodes. Theme Song by Monplaisir (We don't own the rights to this music) For more information on this and other episodes...

In this episode, we explore the medical use of Arsenic and explain its continued impact on medicine to this day. What does the American Revolution have in common with the use of medical Arsenic? Watch the episode to find out! Into/Out Music: Scott Joplin "Pine Apple Rag" Steve Combs "Quit" We do not own the rights to this music.

In this episode, we conquer the topic of medical Mercury. What does Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War have in common with Mad Hatter's Disease? Check out the episode to find out! Into/Out Music: Scott Joplin "Pine Apple Rag" Steve Combs "Quit" We do not own the rights to this music.