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Today on True Story, Tig and Cheryl wade into the first 2 episodes of the 4-part doc "Murder on Middle Beach," available to watch on HBO! It's been a while since our doc duo has dived into a true crime doc, and they both find its personal approach to the genre fascinating. Plus, some truly crazy pyramid scheme stories! *this episode spills beans* get merch at podswag.com/truestory (tigandcheryltru...

Banksy's street art doc "Exit Through the Gift Shop" is the subject of this week's True Story, as Tig and Cheryl talk Disney cops, self-help books, and whether "Pranksy Banksy" is more attractive than Shepard Fairey. It's a hilarious episode with more twists and turns than a Mr. Brainwash art show! *this episode spills beans* Merch available at podswag.com/truestory (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.co...

Tig and Cheryl celebrate their 50th episode of True Story with the Morgan Freeman-narrated Antarctic extravaganza "March of the Penguins"! In addition to reading up on the nitty gritty of penguin anatomy, our doc duo picks some of their favorite films from the past year and reminisces about the podcast to date. Many more episodes to come-- thanks for listening to True Story! *this episode spills b...

Tig and Cheryl discuss Val Kilmer's autobiographical doc "Val," which features home video of the famously handsome (and difficult?) actor "goofing" with Tom Cruise, playing Batman, and falling in love. Meanwhile, Cheryl lists the ingredients in a "Roy Rogers" and Tig gives Cheryl notes on how she intros each episode! It's a hilarious episode you won't want to miss! *this episode spills beans* get...

Tig and Cheryl take an elevator down from the heights of "Jesus Camp" to talk about "Hail Satan?", a Hulu doc about the Satanic Temple, a tongue in cheek organization that advocates for various causes through satan-worshipping. Glass eyes, devil horns, baphomets and more all get the Tig and Cheryl treatment on a hellishly hilarious episode of True Story! *this episode spills beans* get True Story...

This week on True Story, Tig and Cheryl attend Jesus Camp! The 2006 doc arrived at the height of the so-called "culture wars"-- much like the war between Tig and Cheryl re: spilling the beans! Speaking of which: listen to the end of the episode to hear our doc duo hilariously reassure some concerned fans-- Praise be! *this episode spills beans* Get True Story merch at podswag.com/truestory (tigand...

Tig and Cheryl take on their longest-titled doc ever, with Hulu's "WeWork: Or the Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion Unicorn." Much like Fyre Fest or Theranos, the doc turns a critical eye on a flashy startup that promised more than it could deliver. Cheryl tells an amazing story about a 5k, Tig discovers that Cheryl is in fact a unicorn, and much more! *this episode spills beans* get your True...

Tig and Cheryl take on "Mommy Dead and Dearest," a true crime doc about a seriously dysfunctional mother/daughter dynamic. Tig does her best Cajun accent, Cheryl ponders McDonald's etiquette, and much more, on another must-listen episode of True Story! *this episode spills beans* Buy merch at podswag.com/truestory! (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a...

There are a Million Reasons to listen to this week's episode of True Story, as Tig and Cheryl descend from a stadium rooftop into "Gaga: Five Foot Two," a Netflix doc following pop icon Lady Gaga as she recovers from a breakup, records new music, and prepares for a Super Bowl performance. Tig imagines life with Gaga's glam squad, Cheryl desperately tries to remember the (multiple) times she's seen...

Tig and Cheryl take on "The Housewife and the Hustler," an ABC true crime documentary about a scandal embroiling a star of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hill and her husband, a high-powered LA trial lawyer. Cheryl can't believe the twists and turns of the story, and the episode contains some twists of its own-- you won't believe who cried at this documentary! Get your True Story merch at podswag....

Big announcement-- Tig and Cheryl have merch! Check it out at podswag.com/truestory. On today's episode, Tig and Cheryl take on the hit 2018 doc "Three Identical Strangers." Matthew Modine and Madonna come up AGAIN, plus Cheryl recreates herself sobbing at Les Mis, and Tig pitches a potential name for an improv troupe. *this episode spills beans* (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Polic...

Tig and Cheryl celebrate 4th of July with "Weiner," an inside look at Anthony Weiner's public meltdown as he runs to become mayor of New York. Tig and Cheryl share a laugh at Anthony's "Carlos Danger" alter ego, as well as sympathy for Huma Abedin and anger over how Huma was treated. It's an all-around Weiner roast! Unfortunately, they forget to use their signature catchphrase "Get Weiner!"... but...

Tig and Cheryl investigate Hulu's true crime/mystery doc "Sasquatch," on today's episode of True Story! Tig is a Bigfoot skeptic... while Cheryl turns out to be a stalwart squatcher (listen to the episode to find out what a "squatcher" is). Plus moon cycles, mouth guards, intimate moments with a bear, and much more! *this episode spills beans* (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Policy a...

Tig and Cheryl enroll in a crash course on "Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal," A Netflix doc featuring reenactments from a cast led by Matthew Modine. Tig recalls the movies she watched in 1985, Cheryl recalls her chance to star in "When Animals Attack," and lots more "True Story" hilarity! *this episode spills beans* (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Policy at h...

Tig and Cheryl risk flying too close to the podcasting sun with their recap of "Icarus," the Oscar-winning Netflix doc about the Russian doping scandal that made NATIONAL HEADLINES. Who has the better Russian accent, Tig or Cheryl? Who were they attracted to, in a doc with a surprising amount of voluntary male nudity? All that and more, on a steroids-juiced episode of True Story! *this episode con...

Greg Behrendt ("He's Just Not That Into You") joins Tig and Cheryl for "Air Guitar Nation," a chronicling of several contestants' quests to win the Air Guitar World Championships, a real event held annually in Finland. Greg, despite being featured in the documentary, barely remembers its contents... so he fits right in with Tig and Cheryl! They talk optimum pick placement, listen to a clip of hors...

Tig and Cheryl finally take on "Tickled," a much-requested doc with more twists than a tickle-fight. The True Story duo discuss their tickling history, research the origins of slipping on a banana peel, and compare Cheryl's pronunciation of "documentary" to that of a native New Zealander. *this episode spills beans* (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Soleil Moon Frye (Punky Brewster) joins Tig and Cheryl to talk about her new autobiographical Hulu doc "Kid 90." Soleil shares some crazy stories about Charlie Sheen, Michael Jackson, and even Bubbles the chimpanzee. It's an incredible and candid discussion, full of hilarious tangents and bean spillage as always! *this episode contains spoilers* (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Policy...

True Story (and Don't Ask Tig) celebrity Dr. Becky Hines joins Tig and Cheryl on today's VERY Floridian episode! With Cheryl in Florida visiting relatives, Dr. Becky sits in to discuss Vernon, Florida, a look at the very strange residents of a town in panhandle Florida. Plus Dr. Becky Hines answers all of Tig's questions about what it's like to be a part of True Story lore! *this episode spills be...

Tig and Cheryl face the music as they delve into Tina Turner's tell-all doc, "Tina"! Available on HBO/HBO Max, "Tina" tells the story of the life and times of the legendary '80s rocker. Along the way, Cheryl ponders the popularity of British band "Bucks Fizz," Tig walks us through her sweat preferences, and "who were you attracted to" yields interesting results! *this episode spills beans* (tigand...

Tig and Cheryl laugh their way through "The Wolfpack," (or "Woofpack"?!), a doc about a family of six boys raised in a New York City apartment they are only rarely allowed to leave. Tig gives a shoutout to "My Octopus Teacher" winning an Oscar, Cheryl makes a declaration on the subject of tank tops vs sleeveless shirts, and "who are you attracted to" proves to be a more challenging question than u...

Tig and Cheryl talk Crip Camp, a Barack and Michelle Obama-produced doc about a hippy summer camp for the disabled that becomes a springboard for decades of civil rights activism. Amidst talk of crabs and slobby boyfriends, there are also some poignant moments... could this be the rare doc to make BOTH hosts cry? We won't spill the beans-- you'll just have to listen and find out. *this episode con...

Tig and Cheryl audit "Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief" on today's episode of True Story! Tig tells a hilarious story about Nicole Kidman, Cheryl addresses a listener question about drinking and podcasting, and BEANS. ARE. SPILLED! Don't miss it! (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...

Tig and Cheryl tackle their first foreign film, and it's as hilarious as you'd expect! Topics include Macedonian curses, traveling on foot to The Oscars, and whether Gaby should ever be allowed to pick a documentary for Tig and Cheryl to watch again! *this episode spills beans* (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:...

Tig and Cheryl return to wrap up their discussion of HBO's hit true crime docuseries, "The Jinx"! Topics covered include a handwriting specialist's use of the phrase "bang on," inappropriate internet popups, and Robert Durst's memorable trip to the bathroom. Robert Durst, you owe me a coke! *this episode spills beans* (tigandcheryltruestory@gmail.com) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privac...