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2 Monicas & a Microphone
by Nothing Serious Productions
A finely crafted podcast to help break you out of the seriousness of everyday life. Nothing Serious covers a range of topics. Everything from Bridezillas, to Vampires, to American History, and even a little True Crime, in a not so serious way. Its real, relatable, entertainment with a focus on history, culture and curiosities. You'll laugh, you'll learn, you'll have a good time. 2 Monicas Podcast
Episodes
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She's Sussex Now | With Love, Meghan
A recap of the Netflix original series featuring With Love, Meghan starring an unnamed camera man and Meghan Markle, Meghan Sussex, The Duchess of Sussex or whatever Prince Harry's wife is calling herself these days. Listen in and find out if the show is worth your watch.
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SPOTLIGHT | Drummer Pepe Clark & KYNG
Our feature guest today is Pepe Clark Magana. He is a professional drummer for the rock band KYNG and owns Let There be Rock schools in El Paso, TX. His story starts when we met in kindergarten. Now decades later he fills me in on how he became a drummer, toured with Ozzy Osbourne and played...
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SPOTLIGHT | Michael J and the Hollywood Dream
What's your dream? It's not every day you meet someone following their dream, really following their dream and not willing to compromise themselves to realize the dream. Today's spotlight showcases Michael Jedrzejewski, an aspiring screenwriter pursuing his dream in Hollywood. His story starts…
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Candace Cameron Bure - Actor, Producer, Entrepreneur
Ep. 96 - I want to share with our listeners one of the biggest reasons why I wanted to highlight Candace on an episode. It’s not just because she’s cute, or because I adored Fuller House. It’s not the adorable fashion line she has either. All of that is fun and there are other celebrities out…
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Rewatch Podcasts & Podcasts with Celebrities - Girls Next Level Podcast, 9021OMG and more!
Ep. 95 | 9021OMG podcast, Office Ladies podcast, Girls Next Level podcast and more! We’re talking about some people reliving their fame for better or worse. Those people 90s & 00s pop culture stars with podcasts! Anyone can have a podcast these days, look at us! 2 Monicas Podcast - Real relatable...
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Reviews: Netflix The Menu, FX The Bear & Michelin Star Restaurants
Ep. 94: Foodies have their own culture and rituals. If you know, you know. This week we dive into 2 shows on foodie culture and share experiences of our own. Whether you watch Chef's Table, Jiro Dreams of Sushi, The Menu or The Bear, if you appreciate food, you'll enjoy this episode. It's full of...
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King Charles Coronation Recap
Ep. 92 We recap the historical coronation of King Charles. Learn some historical facts about the private anointing, Queen Elizabeth's coronation, Princess Kate's headpiece and what in the world was Princess Anne doing on a horse? ||Real relatable entertainment focusing on history, culture and...
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Before They Were Royal | Princess Di, Princess Kate, & Meghan Markle + their courtships with King (Prince) Charles, Prince William, and Prince Harry
In this episode, we dive into life before the princesses (and former princess) were royal. Who had a boyfriend? Who found true love? Who only met her prince on 13 occasions before getting married? Also, who can't seem to keep her story straight? Listen in as we answer these questions plus learn...
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Ex-Royals || The Prince & Markle
Ep. 91 We are speeding ahead to the Coronation of King Charles and wrapping up our coverage of Prince Harry and Markle. This week we dive deep into Meghan and her side of being a "Spare", including some of the best headlines of the last month. This episode is fun, caddy, and consider it your…
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Spare Me - The Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Saga, Part 2
Ep. 90 We talk King Charles Coronation and whether or not Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will make an appearance. This episode also details their demands for attendance. Ep. 95 | 9021OMG podcast, Office Ladies podcast, Girls Next Level podcast and more! We’re talking about some people reliving...
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Spare Me - The Meghan Markle & Prince Harry Saga, Part 1
Ep. 89 What tea has been spilt at Buckingham Palace? We outline the saga that has become Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. ||Real relatable entertainment focusing on history, culture and curiosities|| 2 Monicas Podcast a Nothing Serious Production https://www.2monicaspodcast.com Follow us on all...
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All about Phobias in one Episode
Ep. 88 Take fear, turn it *way* up and you end up with a phobia. There are the most commonly known like claustrophobia and arachnophobia, but what about mageirocophobia or editiovultaphobia? Perhaps you know someone with a phobia? Dive into the world of phobias in this entertaining and not too...
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Crazy People on Social Media
Ep. 87 Do entitled people on social media have a skewed sense of reality? Are these individuals living in their own little bubble or what? In today's episode we're diving into the world of entitled social media posts. From moms mooching free stuff for their kids to bridezilla influencers and...
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Still Missing Morgan - Morgan Nick True Crime Story - Bonus Mini Episode
If you haven't seen the documentary on Hulu, it's a must see for true crime lovers. This story touches a nerve close to us as Monica lived and worked where Morgan was abducted. We try not to spoil it for you, but want to give context and life to the family and people who lived there at the time.…
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PARENTING with Heart | The Judgement Zone
As a parent you've probably experienced the judging eyes of others at the playground, in the grocery store and while out to dinner. It makes you feel terrible. So why do we do it? In today's episode we explore how to turn our tendency to judge into compassion and empathy for other parents....
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Season Three Sneak Peek & A Name Upgrade
The podcast is growing and so is our production company. It's time to give the podcast a little upgraded name: NOTHING SERIOUS. We're still 2 Monicas & a Microphone and right now we're very excited to give you a sneak peak into Season 3. Look for new episodes to drop Spring 2023. In the meantime,...
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SPOTLIGHT || Kris Porter - Travel the World with a Travel Concierge
Planning a vacation can be stressful. Where to go? What to do? Do you fly from here or from there? And what happens if there is a hiccup in the plan? Let Kris Porter with Travelmation take on all of that stress so you can live your best vacation life. She's planned group trips, crazy expensive...
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HEALTH & NUTRITION | Spotlight - Stacy Woody & Juice Plus+
In the new year, everyone thinks of ways to improve themselves, their families. Whether it's the gym, or healthier eating, Juice Plus can be a welcomed addition to your new year goals. This bonus Spotlight features Stacy Woody, she talks the benefits of Juice Plus. We bond over being Air Force...
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World's Most Notorious Con Men | Poyais, George C. Parker, Ponzi, Bernie Madoff, Lou Pearlman, Sam Israel III, Charles Forbes, Theranos
Ep. 86 Do you know the man named Ponzi? How about the men who sold the Brooklyn Bridge? And the man who sold the island that never existed or what we now called Honduras? Theranos? We cover these cons and more in this episode. Our second season ends with a light hearted take on True Crime, if you...
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Female Serial Killers Who Use Poison : Dorothea Puente & Nannie Doss | True Crime
Ep. 85 We don’t hear as much about ladies when it comes to serial murder crimes. In the battle of the sexes, the men are taking the cake on this one. However, there is a method of murder that women tend to gravitate towards more than men. POISON! In today's episode, you’ll discover that women...
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Serial Killers Still at Large and The Most Notorious Unsolved Serial Murders
Ep. 84 Today's episode is a dive into the realm of serial killers. Do you know when the height of US serial killers was? How about how many are active in the world? Which ones are still alive? And the creepiest of all, the ones who are still out there. Get ready for chills and thrills in this…
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Urban Legends That Are Actually True - The Bunny Man - Lovers Lane Murders - Candyman
Ep. 83 How many urban legends are based on a true story? Should you really be scared of white van? What about escaped patients from an asylum? A man dressed in a bunny costume with a hatchet terrorizing young lovers? Or what about the man hiding in the medicine cabinet of your apartment? These...
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Burial Rituals and Customs Around the World
Ep. 82 In this episode we explore the many ways to honor our loved ones who have passed. Will you be buried with all of your possessions? Will you come back to see your family every year? Will you be buried in a crypt? Sent to sea? What about a Jazz processional? Learn about Japan, New Orleans…
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The Dark & Sad History of Insane Asylums - Pennhurst Asylum, Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, Danvers Lunatic Asylum and More
Ep. 81 While we make look at asylums today as barbaric, they were actually a much better option for people deemed to be “lunatics" (how awful) at least in their inception. Before this time people’s families would lock them in basements, chain them to walls, and deprive them of basic humanity....
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International Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark | Baba Yaga, La Llorona, Yamamba, El Chupacabra, Huaka’i Po
Ep. 80 You probably know of the Boogie Man, but do you know BabaYaga or La Llorna? We continue Spooky Season with a dive into International Scary Stories. You'll have some new tales to tell your children to frighten them into staying out of the water or keeping out of the woods, but only if…
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Why are Witches Green? Plus, why are witches associated with pointy hats and more burning questions.
Ep. 79 It's finally SPOOKY season again! We aren’t here to talk about the Victorians even though, as we know, they were total creeps. No, today we are going to discuss one of the centerpieces of Halloween - the witch. We’ll answer some questions like why are witches green and have warts, but…
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SPOTLIGHT | Fly Fishing with Nicole Ivana Darland Founder of Master Nymph & Nymph Master
Ep. 78 Nicole Ivana Darland is an inspiring woman who has created and founded numerous companies in the fly fishing world. Her current companies include Master Nymph and Nymph Master. She's been on magazine covers, created products, educated and inspired people all over the world. We talk start...
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PARENTING with Heart | Getting Kids Outside
Parenting is hard enough, then add the complexity of making your kids "well rounded". Whatever. Fortunately we have Kristin Schmoke Parenting Coach here to help. This episode helps reveal ways to get your kids outside to give you a break, help them regulate and gain appreciation for the beauty of...
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Late 90s Pop Culture, Fashion, Humor, and Technology
Ep. 77 We’re all about the 90s nostalgia. Well, not all of the 90s - just the best part of the 90s - the late 90s. We talk pop culture, fashion, humor, and technology. And catchphrases, so many catchphrases. There's a whole lot of Clueless clips but we've got Austin Powers, Forrest Gump, Saturday...
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NOSTALGIA | 90s Music - Nirvana, The Smiths, Green Day, Weezer,
Epi. 76 Did you listen to music on repeat growing up? What were the most popular bands of the 90's? Did a boyfriend or girlfriend help expand your musical tastes? And what was your first concert? The 90's was a transformitive decade for many of us and the music helped to shape it. Alternative...
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90s Teen TV Series - Saved by the Bell, 90210, My So Called Life and More
Ep. 75 Today we are going to talk about popular 90s TV shows based on the life of a teenager. We’ll talk about the zany, the dramatic, and everything in between. Did you watch 90210? Were you upset when My So Called Life was Cancelled? Were you as cool as Zack Morris from Saved by the Bell? We...
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#74 NOSTALGIA | 90s Coming of Age Movies
Head back to the 90's a relive some of our favorite coming of age movies. Do you remember your first rated R movie? How about a movie you watched at a friend's house because you weren't allowed to watch it on your own? Let's not forget the movies you watched so many times you had the whole thing...
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PARENTING with Heart | Back to School Lunches
Are you a parent who wonders what your kid eats for lunch when the lunch box comes back full of what you lovingly made? This episode is for you. We talk lunch making, eating, and how to get your kids involved in the day to day business of meals. It's Parenting with Heart, featuring certified...
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Mermaid Legends, History, and Sightings
Ep. 73 Mermaids, the fairies of the sea! In this episode we discuss if mermaids are real. No, really! Is it true that Captain Blackbeard, Christopher Columbus, and even John Smith spotted these mystical maids? And if so, how did they describe the creatures. Have there been any modern sightings of...
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ART & DESIGN | Spotlight - Sulema Fernandez-Honn & Amor First
Epi. 72 It's not every day we come across an artist who has taken her talent and made it into her business. We love highlighting Amor First for its story, its founding and the beauty of the creations. Sulema is as warm and genuine as I remember, and I'm honored she shared her time with me.…
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PARENTING | Parenting with Heart
Introducing Parenting with Heart. Change. The best selling book Who Moved My Cheese tries to help adults deal with it. But who helps our kids? We muddle our way through change growing up and then become parents who have to navigate the road all over again. That is where Parenting with Heart comes...
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The World's Fair: Chicago Ferris Wheel & St. Louis Cotton Candy
Ep. 71 The World's Fair, in particular 1893 Chicago, and 1904 St. Louis had massive cultural impacts on American History, many foods, traditions, and culture we call Americana. Not only that but these two fairs along with many others are the reason for some of our most iconic structures from sea…
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AMERICAN MUSIC | The Star-Spangled Banner, Beautiful Dreamer, Lee Greenwood, Amazing Grace
Epi. 70 Do you like American music? Explore the history of some of America's most iconic tunes like Beautiful Dreamer, The Star-Spangled Banner, America the Beautiful and more. Many of these songs started as poems, others were written by visitors to our great nation. The roots of these melodies…
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#69 AMERICAN HISTORY | Legends
Where did Uncle Sam come from? Did Betsy Ross really sew the American Flag? Johnny Appleseed - myth or man? Why were Paul Bunyon, Pecos Bill, and John Henry so much larger than life? Find out all this and more as we dig into American icons and the American Spirit. Find extended show notes at...
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AMERICAN HISTORY | Baseball, Blue Jeans & Apple Pie
Epi. 68 America has a rich history of immigration and melding. Americana, our favorite series of the year, we dig into America and our roots. The rich history of Baseball, including that time women played to keep the spirit of the game and country alive. Why is apple pie an iconic American…
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#67 CONSPIRACIES | Weird Celebrity Conspiracies
Who has a secret identity? Who was sacrificed to the award show gods? Which celebrity is actually a clone? And who might be the late Jonbenet Ramsey? In this episode we take a lighthearted but sarcastic look at the really absurd conspiracies floating around about various celebrities. If you're...
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CONSPIRACIES | JFK, 4th of July, Lincoln's Assassination, Jim Morrison and more
Epi. 66 Today we are going to take you on quite a trip that includes JFK, Lincoln, Presidents dying on the 4th of July, Jim Morisson's father, and flying babies. Have you ever experienced a connection that had no apparent explanation? What about a lucky number? Did you meet your soulmate by…
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#65 CONSPIRACIES | Famous Assassinations
Today we don our tinfoil-ish hats and dive into the world of assassination conspiracies. We dive into JFK, MLK and the Arch Duke's assassination that started WW1. So a little history lesson, a lot of speculation and even more laughter than is necessary. Join us in our first steps into…
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Curiosities: Strange, Weird & Possibly True
Epi. 64 Jump down the rabbit hole and find the answers to questions you've never thought to ask. Like, can you walk off the face of the earth? Did Lincoln see his own ghost? Can you spontaneously combust? Listen in to find out as we discuss these curiosities and more!|| Real relatable...
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#63 WEDDING SERIES | Monsters-in-Law
When you marry someone you also marry their family and sometimes those family members can be real monsters! Is it OK to wear white to a wedding? What about black? What about an actual wedding gown - when you aren't even the bride! Listen to these tales of wedding terror which will make you…
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WEDDING SERIES: Superstitions and Traditions pt 2
Epi. 62 Part 2 of Wedding Traditions and Superstitions has arrived! Brides wear something old, new, borrowed and blue, but why? The engagement ring wormhole (Liz Taylor anyone?) We cover the last of the traditions and superstitions. Be prepared to laugh, learn and be entertained! || Real…
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WEDDING SERIES: Traditions & Supersitions
Epi. 61 We continue our Wedding series with Traditions and Superstitions. If you've ever wondered why it's good luck to have rain on your wedding day, or why brides *really* wear white, or why something blue? This is the episode where we dig into all of those traditions and superstitions. Learn a...
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#60 WEDDING SERIES: Wedding Party Traditions
Today we focus on the Bride, the Groom and the Wedding party. Have you ever thought about why a bride wears white or why the groom stands on the right? Is it one of those things like Christmas colors are red and green because — well…because? Is that just how customs seem to go? But of course,...
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WEDDING SERIES: Honeymoon Horrors
Epi. 59 These newlyweds embark on what is supposed to be the happiest vacation ever. However, these trips challenge the notion of for better or worse, and in sickness and in health. Some of these couples even get an X rated surprise! || Real relatable entertainment focusing on history, culture…
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#58 WEDDING SERIES: Bridezillas, Part 2
These bridezillas are a whole other level. Imagine if you will, asking potential guests to fill out an essay from which you will choose who can get an invitation. So much cringe! Episode Sponsor: https://www.skinbyamethyst.com/ Find extended show notes at https://2monicaspodcast.com/ Follow us on...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A finely crafted podcast to help break you out of the seriousness of everyday life. Nothing Serious covers a range of topics. Everything from Bridezillas, to Vampires, to American History, and even a little True Crime, in a not so serious way. Its real, relatable, entertainment with a focus on history, culture and curiosities. You'll laugh, you'll learn, you'll have a good time. 2 Monicas Podcast
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