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The Town Criers
by The Town Criers
The Town Criers is a witty, research-fueled deep dive into history. The culmination of award-winning journalist Kaitlyn Klepec’s investigative experience and Lila Ruppe’s comedy writing background, the podcast finds laughs in exploring humanity’s roots. Would you survive as a medieval peasant? What would you tell a Victorian child if you only had five seconds? Kaitlyn and Lila take to the past to answer these questions while seamlessly blending history and comedy.
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Trailer: The Renaissance
A sneak peak at The Town Criers upcoming episode: The Renaissance.
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Marie Antoinette & The French Revolution
In today's episode, we talk about Marie Antoinette and the art of eating cake. Okay, the whole "let them eat cake" quote is not actually attributed to her, but it's a fun bit.
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The Gods & Lore of Ancient Greece
This is ancient Greece. This is the origin of the Olympics. This is. . .Sparta?
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Napoleon Is Complex
Bastards, baguettes, and Bonapartes: Ironically, it's not easy to keep Napoleon's story short. (Okay, we know his height was actually pretty average.)
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Babe Lincoln
Let's talk about one of our favorite presidents: Abe Lincoln. This is a tale of intrigue, attempted kidnapping, great plays, and. . .murder.
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The Moon Landing. . .Or Did It?
If you don't know about the moon landing, you're stupid. Moon the planet, specifically. Keep your pants up Louis Armstrong!
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The Virgin Queen
It's time to dive into Queen Elizabeth I, AKA The Virgin Queen. Oh, not like that...
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The Prohibition Drinking Game
Let's get crunk . . . or NOT! It's time to play a prohibition drinking game. Plus, would Al Capone have liked Buca di Beppo?
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A Titanic Tragedy
Today, The Town Criers explore where the Titanic went wrong. They also somehow bring King Julian into this, which isn't as surprising as it should be.
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Pharaoh Pharaoh
This episode dives into all the important pillars of ancient Egypt: pyramids, influential pharaohs, and spontaneous bursting into song. Please and thank you are the secret of the Nile (Pablo, Backyardigans, 2007).
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The Tale of Benjamin Franklin
It's time to learn about Benjamin Franklin: inventor of the bifocalnator, son of a soapmaker, and writer of sultry, sultry drama.
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The Cold War: A Flex-Off Between Nations
The Town Criers solve the mystery: Who B. on Lyndon's Johnson? They dive into The Cold War and touch back on John Freaking Kennedy (a fan favorite).
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Investigating Nessie
In this episode, The Town Criers analyze the history of the Loch Ness Monster. Is Nessia a monster or monSTAR?
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John Freaking Kennedy
The Town Criers explore the Kennedy family history, JFK's presidential candidacy, and so much more.
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The Golden Age of Piracy
ARRRGHHH MATEYS! Climb aboard today's episode to learn all about the Golden Age of Piracy, female pirates, and plundering booty.
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All in Jest
The Town Criers dumbest episode yet. The co-hosts explore jesters, fools, and jonglers galore. They go through the history of the most famous jesters.
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Mass(achusetts) Hysteria
Spectral evidence, witch cakes, and love spells. The Town Criers take on the Salem Witch Trials.
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Welcome Villagers
Come to the town square for a glimpse into The Town Criers' twisted historic minds. We hope you studied.
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The Henry to Hate
The Town Criers discuss the six wives of King Henry VIII, their various dubious fates, and ancient Roman remedies for male pattern baldness.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Town Criers is a witty, research-fueled deep dive into history. The culmination of award-winning journalist Kaitlyn Klepec’s investigative experience and Lila Ruppe’s comedy writing background, the podcast finds laughs in exploring humanity’s roots. Would you survive as a medieval peasant? What would you tell a Victorian child if you only had five seconds? Kaitlyn and Lila take to the past to answer these questions while seamlessly blending history and comedy.
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The Town Criers is a witty, research-fueled deep dive into history. The culmination of award-winning journalist Kaitlyn Klepec’s investigative experience and Lila Ruppe’s comedy writing background, the podcast finds laughs in exploring humanity’s roots. Would you survive as a medieval peasant? What...
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