Best Unhinged Antics Podcasts (2025)

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Chit Chat 176: 4:48 AM Flights, Formula One Suits, and Fashion Sneaker Hikes 40:48

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Ever wonder what happens when you wear a provocative racing suit labeled "Foreplay" to a one-year-old's birthday party? This episode delivers exactly that kind of chaotic energy as the speaker recounts their whirlwind weekend adventure. The journey begins with an ungodly 4:48 AM flight to Washington D.C., followed by day-drinking wine instead of hi…

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Episode 145 | Are You Missing a Body Part? 1:10:10

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This week, these two unhinged ladies wrap up the final week of Spooky Season with two perfect stories for the time of year. Theresa kicks off with the story of Wild Bill Hickock and how he was haunted by the death of one of the men he killed in a gun fight, and how his final hand of poker became known as the “Deadman’s Hand.” Angie digs up a great …

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Chit Chat 175 Hail Murray Memories and Million Dollar Pitches 54:01

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This week, the hosts reflect on how sobriety has sharpened social skills—especially during politically charged family dinners. Listener feedback reveals remote work has made them “chattier and kinder,” while Bills watch parties and a missed “Hail Murray” moment add some sports drama. They explore generational quirks in the workplace, courthouse con…

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Episode 144 | We Shouldn’t Worry About My Story 49:16

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Way back when King James II was attempting to bring his bride to England, her voyage hit some bad weather. So he blamed witches. Angie shares the North Berwick Witch Trials and how the king later regrets them. Theresa takes things down a dark path as she wades into some true crime, telling the story of the Lady of Crescent Lake. Come for the terrib…

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Chit Chat 174 38:47

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Episode 143 | We’ve Got Legs to Lose 59:28

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We’re deep in Spooky Season, as Angie and Theresa share some tales to get us in the spirit. Theresa starts things off when she covers the sinking of the Andelana. This four-mast ship was safely anchored in Tacoma, Washington, when a storm hit, sinking the vessel in minutes without witnesses. All 17 men aboard were drowned. Then we have to unpack th…

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Chit Chat 173 Too Burned Out to "Give Back": Bars, Rugs & a Gen Z Rescue 41:53

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This episode captures the beautifully chaotic rhythm of modern life as two friends navigate everything from unbearable heat waves to therapy-induced pressure to "give back." The conversation weaves through weekly adventures including awkward movie dates, mysterious bar customers, family obligations disguised as "help," and the eternal struggle of m…

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Episode 142 | He’s Built His Retirement Hut 40:14

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This week, Angie explores the adventures of Pyotr Kozlov, a traveler from Russia/Soviet Union who explored large portions of Asia and was falsely reported to have found the tomb of Genghis Khan. Kozlov led several expeditions uncovering several royal burials and was surprisingly appreciated by the countries in which he worked. This episode pairs we…

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Chit Chat 172 Toastmasters & Tattoos: Dental Drama and Weekend Antics 43:00

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Ever wondered what happens when you try to give constructive feedback to someone with an ASMR voice while dealing with a painful dental hygienist named Caitlin? This episode serves up a delightfully chaotic mix of public speaking anxiety, healthcare frustrations, and weekend shenanigans.

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Episode 141 | I’m “Questionable Boundaries” 50:17

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Join us as Theresa kicks off the spooky season by sharing the origins of her favorite book, Frankenstein. She takes us through all the scientific advancements leading to the creation of the favorite creature. From resuscitating drowning victims to using electricity to generate muscle spasms in corpses, science hinted that reanimating the dead was j…

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Chit Chat 171 Empty Offices, Rolling Raptures, and Prosthetic Leg Encounters 38:10

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This episode delivers a delightfully chaotic mix of everyday frustrations and apocalyptic humor. The hosts dive into their return-to-office woes, with Jeff hilariously describing their twice-weekly visits to an empty building where their only human interaction is with Krista, the cheerful cleaning lady. The conversation takes an unexpected turn as …

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Episode 140 | He IS the Shed 51:58

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Join us this week as we tackle some sketchy history. Angie starts us with the story of (not quite a founding mother) Eliza Bowen Jumel. She’s born in a brothel, and eventually becomes the wealthiest woman in America. This fascinating woman ends up marrying Aaron Burr later in life and divorces him, using Alexander Hamilton Jr. as her lawyer. Theres…

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Episode 139 | Coordinating Their Chaos 55:06

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Theresa is back at it. This story has a little bit of everything you expect from one of her stories. WWII. Female spies. A missing leg. Join us as she shares the tale of Virginia Hall. This renowned spy has an incredible story, and there is so much to unpack. This story pairs well with:Odette Samson and Peter Churchill…

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Chit Chat 170 Sleepy Bitch, Copilot Rescue & Aging Nudges 45:07

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This episode captures the beautiful chaos of modern life as our hosts navigate everything from 4:30 AM workouts to midnight work sessions. One host embraces her "sleepy bitch" energy while juggling early morning fitness and evening events, while the other battles corporate inefficiency, learning XLOOKUP formulas and wrestling with 73-page business …

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Episode 138 | They’re Formal. Classy. 1:11:42

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Angie continues with her love affair with SAS member Paddy Mayne. Join us as she takes us through his work during WWII. Paddy is quite the hero. While demurely accepting medals for his valor, our favorite Irishman is leading his troops miles behind enemy lines and making the lives of the Axis powers rough. This story pairs well with:Paddy Mane’s In…

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Chit Chat 169 Weekend Whirlwinds: Weddings, Markets, and Awkward Encounters 44:02

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Join our hosts as they navigate through their diverse experiences, including catering their first lesbian wedding, dealing with challenging bar patrons during the Kenmore Bar Crawl, and an unexpectedly violent movie screening of "Caught Stealing." The conversation weaves through Bills game mishaps, delicious café discoveries at Third Space, and the…

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Chit Chat 168 From Speeding Tickets to BlueJays and LOTS OF SPOILER ALERTS 34:42

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Ever wondered how a speeding ticket could turn into a heartwarming encounter? Join us for this episode packed with surprising moments and delightful discoveries. When Samantha gets pulled over, an unexpectedly kind police officer turns what could have been a stressful situation into a memorable story. The conversation takes us on a journey from Buf…

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Episode 137 | Another Missing Leg Story 54:07

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Angie is riding her Paddy Mane trip for the second week. This week, she covered Paddy Mane's tumultuous start to military service and how he met the founders of the SAS. Theresa takes us in a wildly different direction as she circles back on a previous story. Before she'd covered William Riker, the cult-founder of Holy City in episode 132. Today sh…

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Episode 136 | Kill Squad in Your Back Pocket 1:03:18

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History is strange and weird. Today's mash-up of stories proves it. Theresa picks up where she left off last week. (Last week, she shared about that time North Korea sent 31 commandos into South Korea to take out their president.) This week, South Korea responds by forming their own squad, only spoiler alert: things go fantastically awry. Angie col…

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Chit Chat 167 Sam is utterly unhinged. 38:37

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Ever wondered what it's like starting a new job where your colleagues are just floating names on a screen? Dive into this episode where our host shares the amusing reality of navigating virtual meetings with camera-shy coworkers. The conversation weaves through personal growth, celebrating hard work over natural talent, and delicious culinary disco…

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Chit Chat 166 Sam's off to a New Gig! 32:21

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Sam's taken a new direction in her career and we cannot wait to see how well and fast she takes over the joint. Jeff's trying to get every last round of golf in before the snow flies. (Yes this wasn't written by AI this time)By Samantha Smith and Jeffrey Siefert

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Episode 135 | A Renaissance Garden Gnome 51:20

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History is jam-packed with stories you've never heard, and today's episode brings together two such tales. Angie starts with sharing Josef Mencik – the last knight, or the Knight of Strakonice. This Czech man of noble standing starts to enter the historical narrative by buying a castle, a suit of armour, and then stands up to a Nazi tank division. …

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Chit Chat 165 Weekend Whirlwind: Adulting, Dating, and Deep Connections 48:46

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From a chaotic game of beer croquet to a surprise connection at a dating show, this episode takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the speakers' action-packed social calendar. Join Campbell and Tiffany as they navigate the delicate balance of relationships, career milestones, and spontaneous adventures. Experience their hilarious encounter at a …

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Episode 134 | Best Kept Open Secret 54:01

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Do you remember how in the past, Theresa and Angie explained the start of WWI as that time a Serbian shot an Austrian, so Britain declared war on Germany? Well today, Theresa does a deep dive and explains how a secretive organization within the Serbian government referred to as The Black Hand is the group that trained the assassins who killed Archd…

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Chit Chat 164 Golfing Tales, Bar Banter and Happy Birthday AFK! 44:38

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Ever wondered how former "elite athletes" cope with aging? This entertaining episode dives into the humorous reality of transitioning from intense workouts to the more humble pursuit of treadmill walking. Our hosts share their week filled with physical adaptations, memorable meals, and social encounters that'll have you laughing along. The heart of…

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Episode 133 | Your Butter Stinkith 55:40

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It isn't every week Angie brings the pain, yet here we are. This week Angie shares the Lebensborn program. During this 9-year program, the Third Reich attempted to breed more soldiers. It starts with unwed Aryan mothers going to country estates to give birth and ends with the SS kidnapping children who looked the part. Theresa offers a palate clean…

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Episode 132 | God Forbid a Man Have a Hobby 51:40

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Angie and Theresa bring you another set of bizarrely wonderful stories to prove that yet again, people are unpredictable. Angie shares the wildly unhinged tale of the Emu War, or that time Australian farmers waged war against birds, and lost so so badly. It's hard to imagine pitting a machine gun against a flock of birds and losing, but here we are…

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Chit Chat 163 The Playful Aunt: Chaos, Laughter, and Resilience 41:58

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Ever wondered what happens when you mix five energetic kids, a stuck popcorn kernel, and a career-changing decision? This episode takes you on a rollercoaster of real-life adventures! From heartwarming moments as the fun Aunt at a family cottage to a frustrating emergency room saga, our hosts share their recent experiences with candor and humor. Th…

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Episode 131 | Butter That’s Not Butter, Doesn’t Taste Like Butter 43:56

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It's been a while since Theresa tortured Angie and the listeners. This episode is another opportunity to remind yourself that she gets off of curdling stomachs. Join us and give Angie moral support, and Theresa forces her to learn about Dr. Harvey Wiley and his volunteers who formed the Poison Squad and built the foundations of the FDA. This episod…

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Episode 130 | By God, the Lady Knows How to Die 57:32

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Angie serves up a story so piping hot it consumes the entire episode. Come join us as she regales us with the story of Mata Hari. Whatever you think you know of this WWI spy, this wasn't it. Angie serves up all the tea and she turns us all into fan girls as she shares her execution. This episode pairs well with: WWII's Most Decorated Spy: Odette Sa…

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Chit Chat 162: Heat Waves and Heartfelt Laughs: Navigating Life’s Challenges 28:40

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From hilarious marijuana misadventures to awkward encounters in broom closets, this episode is packed with summer shenanigans and relatable moments. Join us as we navigate through scorching gym sessions, unexpected reunions at Resurgence, and a passionate debate about teachers' salaries that hits close to home.…

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Episode 129 | Ovaries Can’t Ride on Trains 57:36

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We're back to exploring the gritty unhinged history of WWII spies this week as Theresa shares the story of the war's most decorated spy, Odette Samson. This French-born woman left her three young girls in Britain and joined the war effort, as a courier (the fatality rate of couriers was over 40%). During this mission, she fell in love, got tortured…

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Chit Chat 161 Office Antics and AI Adventures: A Recipe for Laughter 35:31

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From spaghetti disasters to missing cups, this episode takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the everyday chaos of office life while diving into thought-provoking discussions about AI in education. Join Samantha and Jeff as they navigate workplace dynamics with humor and heart. The conversation weaves through various adventures, from golf club …

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Episode 128 | Team Mafia Boss 52:03

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This episode has it all. Today, Angie takes center stage when she shares the correlation between sliced bread, the Normandy, and WWII. Come for Theresa losing her mind at how sliced bread relates to anything. Stay for a thorough retelling of Operation Underworld, or how the Italian mafia helped protect Americans, as the first line of defense from A…

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Chit Chat 160 It's finnnneee it was when I was drinking, that doesn't count! 33:36

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Ever wondered what happens when a golf push cart goes rogue? This episode takes you on a hilarious journey through a week filled with memorable moments and amusing mishaps. From one host's less-than-stellar performance as the matchmaker in "Fiddler on the Roof" to an embarrassing drunk flirtation with a friend's father, the stories keep coming. The…

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Episode 127 | Anything But Therapy 1:07:16

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You haven't heard it all until you've encountered the chaos of Tallulah Bankhead. This stage actress struggled to break into Hollywood while racking up over 500 lovers of both genders. Come for the unhinged antics of a starlet. Stay for her surprising activism. This episode pairs well with: Tallulah's Ex-Girlfriend and WWII Spy: Toto Koopman…

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Chit Chat 159 Rekindling Connections: Joy, Laughter, and Life's Little Moments 34:38

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Journey through a whirlwind of experiences as our hosts share their eventful week filled with surprising encounters and entertaining tales. From a serendipitous reunion with an old flame in Utica to celebrating summer solstice in the woods with food and bonfires, this episode captures the essence of life's unexpected moments. The conversation weave…

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Episode 126 | These are Some Beige Names 45:07

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There is nothing Angie loves more than the drama, pomp, and circumstance of Charlie Two's court (Charles II). Today's story is another instance of royal gossip as she shares a possible love triangle between Queen Anne, Sarah Churchill, and Abigail Marshem. This episode pairs well with: Another juicy moment from Charlie Two's Court: Nell Gwyn…

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Chit Chat 158: Pizza, Protest, and Power 36:48

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This week's episode weaves through Father's Day festivities, featuring a surprisingly excellent tuna steak, family golf outings, and dance recital celebrations. Shopping adventures at Gabe's, movie critiques (including some harsh words for Ralph Macchio), and a thoughtful discussion about Netflix's portrayal of women's empowerment round out this en…

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Episode 125 | This Girl Used Her Honey Pot 1:20:58

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There are certain things you can expect from this podcast and today's episode is no deviation. Theresa shares the story of Toto Koopman, the first famous biracial model and WWII spy. Her list of lovers runs from Tallulah Bankhead to Winston Churchill's son. Because she was a hell of a lot more than her black book, she served the Italian resistance …

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#3 - Bruce Lee Asked for COKE in Handwritten Letters (Yes, Really) 11:37

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In this episode of Letter Rip, we dive into the wild, real-life drug letters written by martial arts icon Bruce Lee. In 2021, over 40 handwritten notes surfaced, revealing Bruce’s candid requests for cocaine, LSD, cannabis, and even firearms, all written with a philosopher’s flair and a street dealer’s confidence. We explore Bruce's blend of wisdom…

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Chit Chat 157 Celebrating tenure with Laughter, Memories, and Culinary Adventures 34:02

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Ever wondered what happens when you mix a disappointing taco salad, a massive Jehovah's Witness compound, and a viral TikTok about gay experiences? This episode takes you on a whirlwind journey through recent adventures and misadventures. From celebrating a rapid-fire tenure ceremony to packaging meals for those in need in the Buffalo community, ou…

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Episode 124 | Can I Just Lay Down Now? 1:06:00

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Happy Pride Month! We're kicking off June with stories that are meant to be told. Angie starts with Lucicus Beebe. This dandy of a gentleman did everything with the utmost panache. He toured the US and Europe in his own decked-out train car and remained fashionable, even when reporting on fires that broke out. Theresa brings in the tragic story of …

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Chit Chat 156 NYC Adventures: From Broadway Bliss to Hidden Gems 47:04

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Ever wondered what happens when you mix Broadway shows, endless food quests, and the vibrant chaos of New York City? Join us for a whirlwind tour of the Big Apple, where Sam shares her recent adventure, including their slightly disappointing encounter with Nick Jonas on Broadway in "The Last Five Years" and an unexpected gem - a cozy Irish pub that…

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Episode 123 | 3 Type-A Raccoons in a Trenchcoat 59:28

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This episode is yet another shiny example of something you never expected. Theresa starts off sharing the story of Wong Kim Ark, the US citizen you likely never heard of. He is the man who challenged the government, had his case heard by the Supreme Court, and established himself as the first person named as a recipient of birthright citizenship. O…

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#2 - Jourdon Anderson: To My Old MASTER 56:08

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This week on Letter Rip, we dive into one of the greatest slow-burn roast letters in American history, written by a freed slave to the guy who literally shot him twice. In 1865, Jourdon Anderson, now a free man living in Ohio, received a letter from his former master, Colonel P.H. Anderson, begging him to return to the plantation. Yes, the same man…

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Episode 122 | Retirement Sounds Great After That 1:11:38

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Grab your weighted blanket and settle in with a mug of calming tea. You'll need it. Angie kicks things into high gear when she shares the story of the legendary female samurai, Tomoe Gozen. Listen along to Theresa thinking she knows more of the story than she actually does. Theresa takes a sharp left turn by sharing the story of the Lone Fir Cemete…

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Chit Chat 155: Copy Leg Day and Laughs: The Joys of Being Child-Free 49:49

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Ever felt like you're living through a zombie apocalypse after an exhausting day? Our hosts get real about navigating the delicate balance between adulting and leisure time in this candid episode. From hilarious gym struggles with their trainer Neddy to epic casino adventures and encounters with memorable characters like "Granny Yeet," this episode…

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Episode 121 | It’s Either This or Literal Violence 53:49

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Since Angie took the entire episode last week, Theresa brought a hell of a story this week. Grab your popcorn and hunker down because she's sharing the story of the 442nd. This heroic group of Japanese-American soldiers in WWII bravely fought for five days and nights through freezing rain and dense fog to rescue 211 Texans pinned down by German tro…

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Chit Chat 154 From Bar Tales to Governor Encounters: A Night of Unexpected Adventures 45:00

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Ever had a night that started one way and ended with sitting next to the Governor of NY? Dive into this entertaining episode packed with colorful stories from behind the bar, unexpected celebrity encounters, and the chaos of service industry life. Our hosts share their wild experience of crossing paths with NY Governor Kathy Hochul during a perform…