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Tell Me About..
by Laura and Tom
Two nerdy friends deep dive random topics
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McDonald's Hot Coffee Lawsuit
This week we're talking about the REAL story behind the McDonald's hot coffee lawsuit, and its likely not the one you think. Beyond the headlines and the late night show jokes is a story much different than how the media portrayed it ...and the way McDonald's would like it to be remembered. IG &...
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DB Cooper
This week we're talking about the greatest unsolved mystery in US history, DB Cooper. We go through what exactly happened, the investigation and the evidence, and discuss some potential suspects. With so many unanswered questions, what is the best theory to explain what happened? Let us know your...
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Tell Me About Podcast Trailer
Welcome to the Tell Me About podcast, where each week, two nerdy friends deep dive random topics. From corporate crimes, to major disasters, to some of the biggest scandals in history, we tell you the story the way it really happened. Check us out every Wednesday and email us at...
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Three Mile Island
This week we're talking about the worst nuclear accident in US history, Three Mile Island. We dive into its history, talk about what exactly happened, and how so many people get the real story wrong. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast YouTube: @tellmeaboutpodcast Email:...
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Studio 54
This week we're talking about the club with a reputation for drugs, sex, and celebrities in the golden age of disco -- Studio 54. We get into all the details about how it started, what went on there, and the eventual downfall of the owners and the club itself. IG & TikTok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast...
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The Wilhelm Gustloff
This week we're talking about the deadliest shipwreck in maritime history, the Wilhelm Gustloff. We get into the history of the ship, what made it sink, and why it's largely forgotten by history. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast YouTube: @tellmeaboutpodcast Email: [email protected]
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Biosphere 2
This week we're talking about the largest environmental research project and biggest scientific fraud in history. Biosphere 2 was a promising experiment -- until it wasn't. We get into how it all started, what went wrong, and why it turned out to be such a failure. IG &Tiktok:...
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Commencement Speeches
This week we're putting on our caps and gowns to talk about commencement speeches. We discuss what a good commencement speech conveys, and get into some of the best ones we've heard, as well as one of the worst and cringiest ones - including ones recently in the news. IG & Tiktok:...
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Episode Updates!
This week we're revisiting some of our favorite episodes and providing updates on topics that we've covered. We also reflect on our podcast journey so far, and discuss the surprising topic that is our most listened to episode. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Youtube: @tellmeaboutpodcast…
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Centralia
This week we're talking about the abandoned ghost town that is Centralia. We discuss the history of Centralia, the growth of the northeastern Pennsylvania mining community, and the ongoing disaster that ended the town. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Youtube: @tellmeaboutpodcast Email:...
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Back to the Future - Part II
This week we're talking about the second installment in the Back to the Future trilogy with part two. How does it compare to the first one? We get into all of the behind the scenes details as we recap the movie. IG and Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email: [email protected]
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Back to the Future - Part I
Great Scott! This week we're talking about one of the best time travel movies of all time, Back to the Future. We get into all the behind the scenes details as we recap Part I of the trilogy. Stay tuned for our recap of Part II next week! IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email:...
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Great Maple Syrup Heist
This week we're talking about quite a sticky situation - the Great Maple Syrup Heist. We discuss one of the most valuable commodities in the world and how far some will go to make money off of it. However you think this ends, you're wrong. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email:...
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Daylight Savings Time
This week we're talking about what we all just changed our clocks for, Daylight Savings Time. Want to know why we still do this? We did too. We get into the history, the myths, and the capitalism of it all as we adjust to the new time -- again. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email:...
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Cola Wars
Rock and roll, cola wars, we can't take it anymore! This week we're talking about the bittersweet battle between two soda giants and the court case that almost ruined one of them. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email: [email protected]
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Nickelodeon
This week we're talking about rise and fall of the popular kid's network, Nickelodeon. From Pinwheel to Rugrats to Guts to iCarly, we discuss the history, the peak, the downfall, and the scandals that have plagued the network. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email:...
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Cecil Hotel
This week we're talking about a famous hotel with a very infamous past. From the mysterious deaths to the rumored paranormal activity, we get into the unsettling history and dark secrets of the Cecil Hotel. Please note this episode discusses death and suicide. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast...
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McDonald's Monopoly Scam
This week we're talking about the Big Mac of scams -- a story that you've likely never heard of. McDonald's popular Monopoly Game promotion has a dark history, and we get into the cunning plot that involved an inside man, a web of deception, and millions of dollars in ill-gotten gains. IG &…
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1972 Summit Series
This week we're getting geopolitical as we talk about the 1972 hockey summit series between Canada and Russia. We get into the world politics, the negotiations, and the international intrigue of it all, as well as the implications the match up had on the Cold War. IG & TikTok:...
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The Edmund Fitzgerald
This week we're talking about the Edmund Fitzgerald, a Great Lakes freighter that mysteriously sank in November of 1975. We discuss what we know for sure, as well as the theories that explain what could have happened. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email: [email protected] 1995...
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Y2K
This week we're going back to the year 2000 to talk about the millennium phenomenon that was Y2K. Hop in the time machine with us as we discuss what did happen, what didn't happen, and what was supposed to happen. IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email: [email protected]
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Escape From Alcatraz
This week we're talking about the escape from Alcatraz, one of the most notorious prisons in the US, with a reputation for being inescapable. In 1962, three inmates escaped and were never seen again.. allegedly. Did they really get away? IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email:...
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Enron
This week we're talking about Enron, the company responsible for some of the most infamous corporate crimes in American history. We get into the history and downfall of Enron, including the dummy companies and shady accounting practices. Plus, Tom shares his experience witnessing part of the…
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New Year's Minisode!
It's our New Year's minisode! Tom tells us about the history of the ball drop in Times Square and we share some of our memories ringing in the new year. Happy New Year's! IG & Tiktok: @thetellmeaboutpodcast Email: [email protected]
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Action Park
This week we're talking about Action Park, the wildest and most dangerous amusement and water park in US history. Park guests never knew if they would have the best day of their life ...or leave in a body bag. Listen as we tell the story of Action Park and debate whether the lack of safety…
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Office Space
This week we're talking about the movie Office Space! We recap the iconic movie and discuss how to not let corporate America (or printers) crush our souls. Sure to cure your case of the Mondays! Full movie spoilers in this episode.
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Game Show Scandals - Part II
This week we're concluding our discussion about game show scandals with part two. We talk about scandals from Super Password, Bullseye, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, and Family Feud.
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Game Show Scandals - Part I
C’mon down! This week we're talking about Game Show Scandals. In Part I, we discuss a brief history of game shows and get into scandals with Twenty-One, The Dating Game, and Press Your Luck. Listener discretion advised.
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SMU "Death Penalty"
This week we're talking about the SMU college football scandal known as the SMU "Death Penalty." Would the outcome be different today? Would they receive the same punishment? Listen as we discuss the fall out and what the consequences of this scandal would look like today.
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Halloween Special!
This week is our Halloween special! We discuss the origin and the history of the holiday, as well as some urban legends and creepy true stories. We also get nostalgic over our own Halloween memories.
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The Office: Dinner Party
This week we're talking about Dinner Party! We deep dive one of The Office's most iconic episodes and discuss some recent news regarding the show.
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Wawa vs. Sheetz
This week we're talking about the rivals of the convenience store world, Wawa and Sheetz. We discuss the history of both and get into which store we think is better.
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Amelia Earhart
This week we're talking about the incredible life and mysterious death of Amelia Earhart. Her life was more tumultuous than most people know, and her death has brought about numerous theories and a lot of speculation.
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Moneyball
This week we're talking about Moneyball. How much does the movie get it right? We discuss our thoughts, the historical context, and some serious baseball stats. #selltheteam
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The Witness Protection Program
This week we're talking about the Witness Protection Program. Ever wonder what it's really like to be a part of the program? So did we. We discuss the history, logistics, and effects of the program as well as some real life stories. Oh, and Goodfellas. Marc Harwood's documentary:...
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Greg Daniels
This week we're talking about Greg Daniels, writer and showrunner for some of the most popular shows in the last few decades. We break down what makes him stand out and how his approach has created the most memorable TV characters.
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TLC's Problematic Shows - Part II
This week we're concluding our discussion about TLC's problematic shows. Please note a trigger warning for this episode.
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TLC's Problematic Shows - Part I
This week we're talking about TLC's problematic shows. From the Duggars to Honey Boo Boo, is this a pattern for TLC or just the nature of reality TV? Listen as we deep dive some of these shows in part one. Please note a trigger warning for this episode.
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The Story of Bill Barilko
This week we're talking about Canadian hockey player Bill Barilko, a talented defenseman who mysteriously disappeared in the 1950s.
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Titanic Conspiracies
Welcome to Tell Me About podcast! In our first episode, we're talking Titanic conspiracies. Was the Titanic switched with the Olympic? Did JP Morgan hatch a plot to intentionally sink the ship? Did a coal fire cause the sinking? Listen as we navigate through these top conspiracies!
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Two nerdy friends deep dive random topics
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Laura and Tom
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