All Episodes - An Hour of Our Time
In An Hour of our Time Podcast, we choose a new topic each episode. Topics range from sociopolitical, to scientific, to historical. We each perform an hour of research followed by a marginally focused one hour discussion. Featuring: Joe, Dave, and Mark. Fun for anyone who enjoys funny but sometimes frustrating tangents of referential conversation. For mature audiences.
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National Delicacies (southern cough syrup)
This week, we continue our series on national delicacies and explore some cocktails and entrees from around the world.
Richard III (there's a lot of Edwards)
This week, we discuss the life and death of Richard III - the last English king to die in battle.
Allergies (trees trying to f*ck your nose)
This week, we discuss allergies - what causes them, how we figured out what causes them, and how we treat them.
Hitler's Rise to Power (where's Mark when you need him?)
This week, we discuss the events that led to Hitler and the Nazi's rise to power in 1920s and 1930s Germany.
REPOST: Nuremberg Trials (oops all war crimes)
This week, in preparation for next week's episode about Hitler's rise to power, we revisit our 2023 episode on the Nuremberg Trials.
Lincoln County War (¿quién es?)
This week, we discuss the Lincoln County War and the legend of Billy the Kid.
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral - Part 2 (buffaloed)
This week, we're wrapping up our episodes of the gunfight at the O.K. Corral and discussing the subsequent trial and Wyatt Earp's vendetta ride.
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral - Part 1 (Big Nose Kate)
This week, we discuss the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, the 1881 confrontation between the Earp brothers, Doc Holiday, and the Cowboys in the town of tombstone, AZ.
REPOST: Christmas Traditions (funeral potatoes)
This week, we return to our 2020 episode about Christmas traditions. New episode on January 10!
Idioms - Part 7 (in the pocket of big pickle)
This week, we continue our anthology series on idioms, focusing on popular sayings related to winter and/or Christmas.
Turkeys (a much more respectable bird)
Happy Thanksgiving, dear listeners. Let's talk turkey...their evolution, how they became associated with Thanksgiving, and how to properly prepare them.
Boer War (bittereinders)
This week, we discuss the Boer War(s) of South Africa around the turn of the 20th century.
Haunted Houses (Subway sub in a water cannon)
Happy Halloween, dear listeners. On this spooky occasion, we present an episode all about haunted houses (attractions). And we brought in our friend Alan who has worked in a haunted house for decades. Mwahahahahah!
REPOST: Cryptids - live at COSI After Dark (moth in a sleeping bag)
This week, we return to our 2019 live episode about Cryptids. New episode coming on Halloween!
Werewolf of Bedburg (cursed thong from the devil)
This week, to start our Halloween celebration, we're covering the story of the Werewolf of Bedburg.
Space Rocks (meteor-wrongs)
This week, we discuss space rocks - asteroids, meteors, comets, and the like.
National Delicacies - Part 3 (depression sandwich)
This week, we continue our series on national delicacies and focus specifically on regional American cuisine.
War of Jenkins' Ears (brass balls)
This week, we discuss the War of Jenkins' Ear - a forgotten 1700s war between England and Spain.
Food and Drug Administration - Part 2 (age of adulteration)
This week, it's time for part two of our series on the Food and Drug Administration. Don't get a tummy ache.
Food and Drug Administration - Part 1 (poison squad)
This week, we start a two-part series on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Spoiler alert, a lot of food used to be spoiled. Stop drinking raw milk.
Josef Mencik (where the tanks at?)
This week, we discuss Josef Mencik, aka The Last Knight, who stood up against Germany tanks (while wearing a suit of armor) when they invaded Czechoslovakia in 1938. And...we're joined by our longtime co-host, Mark!
Superstitions - Part 1 (thorny issue)
This week, we start a new anthology series...all about superstitions! Break a leg...
REPOST: Battle of Gettysburg (peanut soup)
This week, while Dave is on a trip to Gettysburg, we revisit our episode about the battle for which the town is known.
Atlantis - Part 2 (dropides nutz)
This week, we return to our discussion of pseudoscience and Atlantis and firmly blame this nonsense on the likes of Ignatius Donnelly and Edgar Cayce.
Atlantis - Part 1 (friend zone academy)
This week, we start our discussion of Atlantis by talking about pseudosciences and Plato's origin of the myth.
Play - Interview with Joe S (you could get a big straw)
This week, we're doing someting a little different - an interview with our friend Joe about what children can learn from the act of play (something we discussed during our episode on toys). Longtime listeners will remember Joe as a founding host of our podcast, and he is now pursuing a doctoral degree in education, which makes him a perfect person to talk to about this topic.
REPOST: Nazis and the Occult (Nazis and the Occult (disaffected sad lonely white men that are looking for something to cling to)
This week, we need a short break to catch up on a few things so we're revisiting our episode about Nazis and the occult. We'll be back with a new episode on May 4!
Bacon's Rebellion (bacon grease enema)
This week, we discuss Bacon's Rebellion - an armed rebellion held by Virginia settlers that took place from 1676 to 1677 (or so says Wikipedia). We say, it's an example o two jerks turning their issues into everyone's problem...and with disastrous consequences.
Idioms - Part 6 (joystickin' bare-assed)
This week, we return to our ongoing series about idioms and discuss the origins of another set of commonly used phrases.
Anti-Saloon League - interview with Kathryn Kaslow from Westerville History Museum (Partreon teaser)
This week, we present to you a sample of the exclusive content available to our Patreon supporters - an interview with Kathryn Kaslow from the Westerville History Museum. Revisiting our Prohibition episodes, we discuss the Anti-Saloon League and its connection to Westerville, Ohio.
Leonardo da Vinci (invented the beef n' cheddar)
This week, we discuss the life and achievements of the ultimate Renaissance Man, Leonardo da Vinci...and the curious story of what happened to his remains.
Phrenology (lump)
This week, we discuss the infamous pseudoscience called phrenology - the prediction of mental traits by measuring bumps on the skull.
Prohibition - Part 2 (scofflaws)
This week, we conclude our series on Prohibition by discussing its effect on bar culture, its connection to organized crime, and its repeal in 1933. Drink up!
Prohibition - Part 1 (wets)
This week, we discuss the events that lead up to the prohibition of alcohol in the United States with the 18th Ammendment. Get ready for dry January.And...our Pateron is official active!patreon.com/anhourofourtimepodcast
REPOST: New Year’s Traditions (scottish fever)
We're taking a short break for the holidays and will be back with a new episode on January 12. In the meantime, enjoy our episode on New Year's Traditions!
Toys (balls)
This week, just in time for Christmas, we're discussing toys - their history, their sometimes dangerous results, and why humans (and other animals) play with them.
Attack on Pearl Harbor (black tears)
This week, for its 82nd anniversary, we discuss the military attack by Japan on the American naval base at Pearl Harbor.
Cooking Techniques (chef hands)
This week, we are joined by Leanna Buker (Dave's wife and professional cook) to discuss cooking history and techniques. Bon appetit!
Brotherhood of the Wolf (An Hour of Our Time...goes to the movies)
Surprise...new episode! This week, we're trying something new - discussing a movie that is relevant to one of our past episodes. In this case, we're discussing Brotherhood of the Wolf, which focuses on the story of the Beast of Gévaudan (covered in our 2021 Werewolves episode).As mentioned, we are launching a Patreon soon, and this is an example of the bonus content we are planning to offer.
REPOST: Werewolves (only Bob Seger can kill them)
HAPPY HALLOWEEN - we are reposting our 2021 episode about werewolves to prepare you for an upcoming new episode. Pay close attention to the section about the Beast of Gévaudan - a series of strange animal attacks that occured in France in the 1760s.
Candy (soft crack)
This week, just in time for Halloween, we discuss candy - its history and how it's made!
Assassination of Franz Ferdinand (the Balkans were a powder keg)
This week, we discuss the Assassination of Franz Ferdinand - the event that sparked World War 1.
Roadside Attractions (the one that Weird Al sings about)
This week, we discuss the history of roadside attractions - their rise/fall and why Joe has visited so many.
Le Mans Disaster (human like to go fast)
This week, we discuss the Le Mans disaster - the 1955 car racing accident that claimed over 80 lives.
Idioms - Part 5 (flexin' my jerk brain)
This week, we return to one of our favorite topics...idioms! We'll discuss the origins and meanings of some common phrases.
Episode 200 (the clock is ticking)
This week, we celebrate our 200th episode with a retrospective - we'll answer some listener questions, as well as some of our own.
Nuremberg Trials (oops all war crimes)
This week, we discuss the Nuremberg Trials - the World War 2 events culminating in the trials, the people involved, and the impact.
Battle of Gettysburg (peanut soup)
This week, we discuss the Battle of Gettysburg - the events of the American Civil War that lead to the battle, the battle itself, and efforts to preserve the battlefield. Get yourself some peanut soup and enjoy!
Extremophiles (rusticles)
This week, we discuss organisms that survive in the most extreme of conditions - extremophiles!
Cola Wars (pemberton's french wine coca nerve tonic)
This week, we discuss the battle between Coca-Cola and Pepsi, focusing mainly on the Pepsi Challenge, New Coke, and the other marketing efforts that defined the soda industry. You'll also learn a bit about Royal Crown Cola...because why not?
Short-Lived Inventions (pedestrian safety device)
This week, we discuss short-lived inventions - those that were too expensive, too weird, or that just outlived their usefulness. Crack open a can of New Coke!
Cinco de Mayo (problematic capitalist boondoggle)
This week, we discuss the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo, focusing on the Battle of Puebla (1862) that it commemorates.
Doolittle Raid (Happy Easter, Hitler)
This week, we discuss the Doolittle Raid - the April 1942 bombing raid by the United States on multiple Japanese citites.
Tutankhamun - Part 2 (Ken Shamrock's hair)
This week, we conclude our discussion of Tutankhamun and focus on the discovery of his tomb by Howard Carter. Don't get cursed.
Tutankhamun - Part 1 (dumb luck)
This week, we discuss Tutankhamun - his time as pharaoh, the circumstances of his death, and some of the details of his tomb.
Chain Restaurants (i got my hand stuck in a glue trap at an Applebee’s)
This week, we discuss the history and business practices of some of the most popular chain restaurants. When you're here, you're family.
Area 51 (big if true)
This week, we discuss the conspiracy theories and truths of Area 51. Get ready to hear about some cool airplanes.
Assassination of William the Silent (habsburg jaw)
This week, we discuss the assassination of William the Silent by Balthasar Gerard - the first assassination of a head of state by firearm - and Gerard's horrific torture and execution.
Magic (get that bag)
This week, we discuss magic - the history of performance magic, how some popular tricks are performed, and how magicians spawned scientific skepticism.
Christmas Truce (prisoner's dilemma)
This week, just in time for Christmas, we discuss the Christmas Truce of 1914 - the beginning of World War 1, how the truce happened, and its legacy. Peace on Earth, for a very briefy moment. Happy Christmas.
Soccer (hand stuff)
This week, as the 2022 World Cup draws to a close, we discuss the history of soccer (football) and the issues associated with the current tournament.
REPOST: Thanksgiving (a firmly american bird)
We're taking a short break and will be back in a few weeks...but in the meantime, enjoy our 2018 episode about Thanksgiving!
Idioms - Part 4 (pulling the leathers)
This week, we return to one of our favorite topics...idioms! We'll discuss the origins and meanings of some popular (and antiquated) language.
Mesoamerican Civilizations (where the gold at?)
This week, we attempt to provide a chronologically accurate overview of the history of Mesoamerican Civilizations (Maya, Aztec, Zapotec, Toltec, and more).
Urban Legends - Part 2 (all spooked out)
This week, we return to the topic of urban legends and discuss examples from the world of video games, how they relate to creepypasta, and how to avoid falling victim to these apocryphal stories. Happy Halloween!
Urban Legends - Part 1 (hacksaw jim duggan)
This week, as Halloween approaches, we focus on urban legends. What is an urban legend? Do they have a kernel of truth? We'll get into it. And we'll be back again for part 2.
The Future of Space Exploration (looks kind of like a boob)
This week, we talk about NASA's Artemis and Orion missions and the future of space exploration.
National Delicacies - Part 2 (cheesy beefy flaps)
This week, we revisit the topic of national delicacies and discuss interesting dishes from around the world.
REPOST: Nazi Hunters (another kind of heavy episode)
This week, we follow our recent Nazis and the Occult episode by reposting our 2018 episode on Nazi Hunters. Not only is it one of favorite episodes, it is also our most downloaded episode of all time!
Nazis and the Occult (disaffected sad lonely white men that are looking for something to cling to)
This week, we discuss the connections between Nazis and occult believes...many a conspiracy theory but with some kernels of truth.
Mass Extinctions (the great dying)
This week, we discuss Earth's mass extinctions...with specific focus on the one that wiped out the non-bird dinosaurs.
Guitar (Robin Hood, not Al Jolson)
This week, we return from a brief absence to discuss the past, present, and future of guitars!
REPOST: 3D Printing (internet of things)
This week, due to some technical issues, we revisit of May 2020 episode on 3D printing. Learn about the process, the machinery, and the implications of 3D printing.
Gun Control (cincinnati coup)
This week, we discuss America's gun control debate and how firearms are controlled in other countries.
REPOST: Beer - featuring Land Grant Brewing Company (dankness on the end)
Due to our busy schedules over the next few weeks, we're revisiting our 2021 episode on beer! For this episode, we were joined by some of the fine people from Land Grant Brewing Company.
Robots (vaucanson’s digesting duck)
This week, we are joined by our friend Ryan Westhoven and discuss robots...past, present, and future.
The Winter War (molotov bread basket)
This week, we discuss The Winter War (aka The First Soviet-Finnish War) and the Continuation War that followed.
Shackleton and the Endurance Expedition (chompin' on some penguins)
This week, we discuss the Antarctic expedition of explorer Ernest Shackleton and the disaster that followed. Boil up some seal vertebrae and join us!
Cars (big gulp of sarsaparilla)
This week, we discuss the history, functionality, and future of cars. Vroom vroom.
Idioms - Part 3 (do the harry)
This week, we return to one of our favorite topics...idioms! We discuss some familiar idioms (and their origins), as well as idioms from around the world.
Microscopic Creatures (moss piglet)
This week, we investigate a world we cannot see with our eyes and discuss microscopic creatures...some of which are likely on you right now!
Organic Food (don't be afraid of your taco)
This week, we discuss organic food (specifically produce) and how marketing tactics confuse what it means for you as a consumer. Bon appetit!
Manhattan Project (big pants man)
This week, we discuss how the first atomic weapons were produced through the Manhattan Project.
Silk Road (weird sticky worms)
This week, we discuss the legendary Silk Road, the ancient trade route that linked the Western world with the Middle East and Asia.
Mount Everest (i’ve got a belly full of deviled eggs)
This week, we discuss the formation, geology, and the (mostly sad) climbing history of Mount Everest.
REPOST: New Year's Traditions (scottish fever)
Happy New Year! To usher in 2022, we're revisiting last year's episode about New Year's traditions from around the world.
North Pole (CrystalJoe85)
Merry Christmas! This week, we're getting a bit festive and talking about the North Pole. And yes, Joe will talk about fossils.
Spiders (butt silk)
This week, we discuss spiders...their evolutionary history, their unique characteristics, and why so many people are afraid of them.
Samurai (klingon jesus)
This week, we discuss the weapons, beliefs, and rise and fall of the Samurai, the Japanese warrior caste.
Astrology (the online home of confirmation bias)
This week, we tackle the pseudoscience known as Astrology and discuss its history and sociology.
Daylight Saving Time (america's tryhard, ben franklin)
This week, we debates the origins, merits, and drawbacks of Daylight Saving Time.
Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot (bollocks in the streets)
Remember, remember the 5th of November...as we discuss Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot - the lead-up, his attempt to blow up the English Parliament, and his legacy.
Jacques Cousteau (horsehair and prayers)
This week, we discuss French explorer, ecologists, filmmaker, author...Jacques Cousteau!
Paganism (will work for dots)
To close the month of October, we discuss Paganism: the broadness of the term, its connection to Halloween, and the many modern incarnations.
Exorcism (is your bible plugged in?)
This week, as Halloween approaches, we discuss exorcism: well-known cases, current stances on the practice, and its influence on media.
Werewolves (only Bob Seger can kill them)
This week, we discuss werewolves...origins of the lore, famous cases, and medical conditions that might get you confused for a werewolf.
Zombies (a level of cute that I’m not ready to attain)
BRAINS! This week, we track the origins of zombie lore, the history of zombies in media, and zombies in the animal kingdom.
Vampires (blood pancake)
October is upon us and we have turned our focus to the eerie and macabre. This week, we discuss vampires...cultures that have influenced vampire lore, animals that feed on blood, and psychological conditions that can result in human vampirism.
Shopping Malls (Rick's Ranchwear)
This week, we discuss the origin, evolution, and future of shopping malls...and the jobs we've each held in retail settings.
Gladiators (layemus pipeimus)
This week, we discuss the lives, deaths, and times of Roman gladiators...are you not entertained?
Football (parts 1-2 revisited)
This week, we need a short vacation...so to celebrate the beginning of football season, we're revisiting our two episodes on the American gridiron!
Stars (too big for its britches)
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Fast Food (octuple stack)
This week, we explore the world of fast food...the history, the business, and variations from around the globe. Bon Appétit!
The Spanish Inquisition (skid mark saturday)
This week, we discuss the Spanish Inquisition...its origins, the torture methods involved, and the lasting impact.
Radio - featuring Randy Malloy, CD 92.9 FM (hurts doughnut)
This week, we are joined by Randy Malloy, owner of Columbus, Ohio's CD 92.9 FM. We discuss the history of radio as a technology, the business of radio stations, and what it means to be one of the few remaining independent radio stations.
Olympics (creative drowning)
This week, as the Tokyo games wind down, we discuss the origin, revival, and obscure facts of the Olympics.
Little Bighorn (hey buddy, can we buy this from you?)
This week, we discuss the Battle of Little Bighorn (a.k.a. the Battle of the Greasy Grass), Custer's Last Stand, and the aftermath.
Martin Luther (raking the muck field)
This week, we discuss Martin Luther, his legacy, and the origins of the Protestant Reformation.
National Delicacies (somebody got drunk on thanksgiving)
This week, we discuss delicacies from around the world...bird's nest soup, currywurst, hakarl, poutine, and more!
Bowling (the party's at henry's house)
This week, lace up some slippery shoes and join us for an episode about bowling. We discuss the history, rules, and professional aspects of the game.
Airships (in the pocket of big hydrogen)
This week, we discuss airships...the history, successes, and disasters of blimps, zeppelins, and other dirigibles. Oh, the humanity!
Phobias (beef n' cheddar everywhere)
This week, we discuss phobias - what constitutes a phobia, what causes them, and how they are treated.
Idioms - Part 2 (wide earp)
We revisit the topic of idioms for our first in person episode in over a year. Learn some turns of phrase (I assume this is also an idiom)!
Tabletop Games - featuring Tabletop Board Game Cafe (all games except rap and country)
This week, we are joined by Brady Risner from Tabletop Board Game Cafe in Cleveland, OH. We discuss the history of tabletop games, the stories behind some of your favorite games, and the modern board game renaissance.
Socialism and Communism - Part 2 (marx fast facts)
This week we wrap up our talk with Red Scares, Marxist theory, and Scandinavia. Also, witness Mark's full wrath in the face of his intellectual property being wrestled from him in real time.
Socialism and Communism - Part 1 (1887's mtv beach house)
This week we begin defining and setting historical context for Socialism and Communism in the west. Also Joe is back with his asinine edits.
Joan of Arc (show me "burnt at the stake")
This week, we discuss Joan of Arc: her life during the 100 years war, her execution at the hands of the English, and her modern influence.
Coffee - featuring Jennings Java (the bitter invention of satan)
This week, we are joined by Daniel Jennings from Jennings Java and discuss the history, science, and culture of coffee.
California Gold Rush (how ductile is it?)
Gold! This week, we discuss the California Gold Rush and the scientific/elemental properties of gold.
Soda - featuring Rambling House Soda (the great debate)
This week, we're joined by John Lynch, owner of Rambling House Soda, and discuss the history of our favorite sugary beverages!
Animal Reproduction (cloacal kiss)
This week, we discuss animal reproduction and attempt to answer three main questions: Why does sex exist? What are the pros/cons of sexual and asexual reproduction? Do animals have sex for pleasure?
Large Hadron Collider (berenstain bears kerfuffle)
This week, we discuss the Large Hadron Collider, particle physics, and CERN. We are not experts, but we try.
Torture (leinenkugel summer schandmantel)
This week, we discuss torture methods of both past and present. Keelhauling, gibbeting, solitary confinement...it's all bad.
Las Vegas (glitter gulch)
This week, we're all about Las Vegas! We'll discuss its history as a gambling destination, its relation to organized crime, and how the city has fared during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mars (butt rock)
This week, we discuss Earth's neighboring planet, Mars...it's history, features, and visitors.
The French Revolution - Part 2 (more than one Napoleon)
This week, we conclude our series on the French Revolution by focusing on Napoleon Bonaparte, the brief restoration of the French monarchy, and the reign of Napoleon III.
The French Revolution - Part 1 (the grandest dandy)
This week, we present the first part of a two-part series on the French Revolution. We discuss preceding events, the fall of King Louis XVI, and the Reign of Terror.
The American Revolution (9 men in a boat)
This week, we discuss the American Revolution and the subsequent American War of Independence: the lead-up, revolutionary events, and the outcome. Put on your tricorne hat!
Charles Darwin (parts fitting into parts)
This week, to celebrate Darwin Day, we discuss the life of Charles Darwin...his famous voyage aboard the HMS Beagle, the writing of On the Origin of Species, and his legacy in the modern world.
Beer - featuring Land Grant Brewing Company (dankness on the end)
For this week's episode, we are joined by Walt Keys and Mark Richards from Land Grant Brewing Company (Columbus, OH) and talk all about beer! We discuss beer's long history, explore the brewing process, and learn what it's like to operate a brewery.
History of Recorded Audio - Part 2 (3 month-year-old)
This week, we welcome recording engineer/producer Jay Alton and continue our discussion of the history of recorded audio. We'll dive into what it's like to be a recording engineer today and talk about how music formats (streaming, vinyl, etc) may evolve in the future. Learn more about Jay at altonaudio.com.
History of Recorded Audio - Part 1 (there were a lot of pipes)
This week, we're joined by Doc Davis (sound design professor at Otterbein University) and discuss the history of recorded audio, focusing on early recording devices (gramophone, phonautograph, phonograph) and the pioneers of such technology.
Trump's 2nd Impeachment - mini episode (i imagined you saying that like Admiral Ackbar)
This week, as President Trump's second impeachment trial approaches, we recorded an additional (and much shorter than normal) episode that recaps our impeachment episode from January 2020. We discuss the impeachment process and where things currently stand within Congress.
Depression and Mental Health (that’s why I like mowing the lawn)
This week, we're joined by Dave's wife, Leanna Buker, and our psychologist friend, Brian Bishop-Wilkey, for a rather personal discussion about depression, anxiety, and our individual experiences with therapy. We'll also talk about how to provide support for those in your life dealing with mental illness.
Presidential Transition Process (Stinky Leeman)
This week, as President Joe Biden's inauguration approaches, we will discuss the process of Presidential transition in the United States...how it's intended to proceed, how it's currently proceeding, and how it's gone awry in the past.
New Year's Traditions (scottish fever)
Happy New Year! To usher in 2021, we're discussing New Year's traditions from around the world and digging into the origins of some American customs.
Christmas Traditions (funeral potatoes)
For this holiday season, we welcome Joe Wood to discuss the origins of secular Christmas traditions...kissing under mistletoe, putting up Christmas trees, hanging lights, etc. Be merry and be safe!
Football - Part 2 (upright moosh)
This week, we return to the topic of football to discuss the merger of the AFL and NFL, NFL games in London and abroad, and how COVID-19 has affected the league. Hut!
Alien Encounters (an imagination as big as the big top)
For this week's episode, we are joined by Alli and Kathryn from the Creepover podcast to discuss some infamous cases of extraterrestrial encounters (Kelly–Hopkinsville, Travis Walton, Betty & Barney Hill, Betty Andreasson). We'll also discuss some clinical studies from the psychological community that relate to cases of alien abductions/encounters and explore possible explanations.
Social Media Influencers (double taters)
This week, we welcome Mark's wife, Beth, to discuss social media influencers. We'll get into the history of social media, our proposed definitions of an influencer, and some of the related ethical issues.
Modern Indigenous People of North America (critical theory)
It's Thanksgiving...so for this week's episode, we're looking at the stories of the modern indigenous people of North America. We'll talk about critical race theory, life on reservations, and organizations/individuals that are working to preserve indigenous culture and advocate for the voices of indigenous peoples.
Recycling (the most american animal)
This week, we welcome back our friend Jason Wright and discuss issues around recycling: how it's done, how effective it is, and how you can be better at it. Remember to remove your lids...or maybe not.
Unsung Heroes of Paleontology (wilhelm owl)
This week, we welcome Joe Wood back to the podcast to discuss some lesser-known, or at least somewhat unrecognized, paleontologists. As always, remember to rate and review...and maybe go dig out your old dinosaur books from childhood.
Electoral College (i really think this is going to be bad)
This week, we're focusing on the Electoral College and discussing its formation and lasting impacts. And we're posting earlier than normal, on Election Day (which is sadly still always a Tuesday). Go vote!
Horror Movies (headless horseless carriage)
Happy Halloween! This week, we're discussing the history of horror movies...their development over time, the various sub-genres, their use as social commentary, and our feelings on the current state of horror.
Satanic Panic (robbie mannheim, attorney-at-law)
On this episode, we are once again joined by Joe Wood and discuss Satanic Panic that swept the United States (and other parts of the world) in the 1980s and 1990s.
Language (the table is big big)
This week, we're discussing languages...how they form, how we use them, and how they're evolving. And we're joined by linguist Emily Cotman!
Supreme Court (hamburger hospital)
This week, we discuss the United States Supreme Court...its history, legacy, and the process by which new judges reach the bench. Judge for yourself.
Mariana Trench (weirdo submarine)
This week, we are joined by our most familiar guest, Joe Wood, to discuss the great depths of the Mariana Trench. How deep is it? What's down there?
Unethical Human Research (the experiment requires you to continue)
On this week's episode, we'll be discussing some infamous examples of human research (some unethical, some downright terrible) including the Stanford Prison Experiment, Tuskegee Syphilis Study, and more.
Toilet Paper (korn on corn)
On this week's episode, we discuss toilet paper...it's history (including objects used in the past), the process by which it is made, and the factors that caused the recent shortage. Remember to rate and review...and keep yourself clean!
Episode 100: Navigating the Past, Columbus In His Own Words
This week we have a very special presentation of historical audio, accompanied by a 2013 interview with Christopher Columbus. Special thanks to Jon Allen, Leanna Buker, Tyler Theofilos, and Bethany Simms for the assistance in putting this episode together.
Idioms (salami with a capital b)
This week we'll be exploring the meanings and origins of some popular phrases that perhaps you've taken for granted. Rate and review, friends!
History of Hamburgers (the third crusade)
What started as a passive remark is now a fully fledged hour of digital content. Learn about some hamburgers and also non-hamburger options!
Spontaneous Human Combustion (stephens johnson)
Today we ignite your curiosity over the little understood phenomenon of people suddenly being on fire. Rate and review so that your feet stay attached.
Policing Around the World - Part 2 (how you like dem borscht)
This week we conclude our examination of police practices around the globe in hopes of giving you more information in the journey toward justice.
Policing Around The World - Part 1 (canadida)
This week we begin our two part discussion on policing around the world. Learn about a wide array of different countries and see if the problems we are experiencing in the US are common around the globe.
Mount Rushmore (big stupid hands)
In light of renewed interest in examining our national monuments, we'd like to inform you on the history of Mount Rushmore. Learn about who owned the land, who is carved into it the rock, and why you should care. Rate, subscribe, and be on the right side of history.
Holidays and Celebrations (melon day)
To go along with this extremely divisive national holiday, we are presenting some lesser known celebrations from around the world. Check us out on apple, stitcher, google, spotify, and wherever else! Give us a listen and a review and we'd be very grateful.
The Third Crusade (history of hamburgers)
Get ready for Richard the Lionheart! He's about to embark on a journey to retake Jerusalem. We've got a Papal Bull, an army of God, and a whole bunch of power and money to fight for. Rate and review if you love holy war!
The Second Crusade (king france)
Good golly you guys, this one's a mess for the Europeans. We'll talk about the Crusader states and how poorly they're managed along with how poorly managed in general this whole crusade is. Kings may be in charge but there's a reason this isn't usually known as the "King's Crusade."
The First Crusade (brother p touch)
We get into the more legitimate segment of the First Crusade today as we examine the Prince's Crusade and the fight for Jerusalem. Greed, violence, and a great deal of travel await you! Rate and review! Podcast platforms! Search optimization!
Crusades Prologue (antepope)
1,000 years of religious history and empirical expansion lead up to what we know as the First Crusade. Follow along with us as we offer a crash course in the culture and events that bring about this series of holy wars. Find us where you find podcasts and please rate and review!
Great British Suffrage (five pound baby)
Bethany returns to once again discuss women's suffrage, this time in Great Britain. Learn about the struggles, the violence, and the ultimate triumph of voting rights for all across the pond.
Internet - Part 2 (delicious in tent)
This week we revisit the Internet to talk about some concerning factors that come along with access to the World Wide Web. We talk espionage, subculture, hatred, and all kinds of awfulness. Find us all over the aforementioned terrifying internet!
3D Printing (internet of things)
This week we welcome our friend Ryan Westhoven to talk with us about 3D Printing. Learn about the process, the machinery, and the implications of 3D printing. Find us on the socials and whatever podcast app you like!
American Women's Suffrage (it means voting)
This week we welcome our guest Bethany to bring you Women's Suffrage part 1, discussing the American movement to get votes for Women. We talk Constitutional law and the many ways it is ignored, major historical figures in the movement, and the events that eventually lead to the 19th amendment.
Dolphins (my name's Bill, and I want a fish or whatever)
We continue our talk about toothed whales this week with our friend Tyler! We have some dolphin parenting tips, behavior study, and some very peculiar and misguided linguistic research. Please rate and review on itunes and find us wherever you get your podcasts!
Foster Care (how many kids are there?)
This week we welcome our friend, Marci, to join us to discuss her experiences as a foster parent. Many meaningful and fun stories await you this week. Rate and review if you'd be so kind!
Penicillin (yoke me up, daddy)
We look back on the grand discovery of Alexander Fleming, known as penicillin. Learn about antibiotics as they began and how they factor into our modern existence. Find us on the internet wherever you get podcasts!
Whales (tocks on yer ticker)
Big breaths for a deep dive on whales. Our friend Joe Wood returns to the podcast to lend some biological credibility to our discussion. Let us help you with your isolation by providing some trivia questions and historical perspective on our favorite gigantic aquatic mammals.
Geisha (or something like that)
Today we'll be exploring a piece of Japanese culture by examining the history and practice of Geisha (this is both singular and plural, apologies for not realizing this). Let us help you through your isolation while we do our part to keep the world safe!
Pompeii (the bourbon chicken king)
Hello to our fellow responsible isolationists. Thanks to a fan suggestion, this week we dive into volcanoes, with a special focus on Mount Vesuvius and the disaster at Pompeii. Learn some geology, history, and even find out the difference between magma and lava. Find us all over and tell your friends!
Ghosts 2, Ghost Hunting (peg leg mary)
This week we revisit the topic of ghosts with a more specific look at types and how to find them. Joe is out but we have Leanna returning as our special guest! Find us on all the stuff and let us know what you think at anhourofourtimepodcast@gmail.com
Basketball (i say horace, pass me the rock)
Today we explore James Naismith's favorite creation, Basketball. Gather up your restless youths and sink a bucket on the hardwood. Game on in the paint!
The Alamo (the belt buckle territory)
Hole up in your favorite unfortified Christian Mission facility and listen to our episode on The Alamo. This episode is a great opportunity to get some perspective on American History between the Revolution and the Civil War. Remember to rate and review, remember to follow or subscribe, and remember The Alamo.
Cinema - Part 2 (maybe not so wholesome)
This week we conclude our discussion with Ryan Schlagbaum and get into some technical aspects of film making and our own favorite and least favorite filmmakers and movies. Get in touch with us a anhourofourtimepodcast@gmail.com!
Cinema - Part 1 (pointed profanity)
This week we follow up on our discussion of the origins of film by examining the Cinema Industry throughout the past century. Ratings, economy, and even the Great Depression are implicated. Find us on the internet and tell us what you think!
Moving Pictures (dickson pic)
Today we offer a primer on the beginnings of film with an overview on inventions like the Magic Lantern and Vitascope, as well as the pioneers of film including Kodak and Edison (who didn't really invent most of it). Check back next week for a full take on cinema over the last century!
Tall Tales (big chad chill)
Take a stroll through the frontier of American Folklore as we discuss some of our favorite Tall Tales, including Pecos Bill, John Henry, and Joe Magarac. We also explore women in folklore (a sad state of affairs) and create our own modern folktales. Thank you for listening!
Black Death (in summation, gross)
Step back with us to the 14th century as we examine the Black Death. This is going to be swell! Help us go bacterial! Millions of fatalities globally!. Rate and review and wash your hands.
Historic Impeachments (there's more than one johnson)
Let's get topical! Today we discuss the process and history of impeachment in the United States. We'll go all the way back to reconstruction to understand where we've been and where we are. Rate and review on all major podcast platforms and find us on instagram!
Buddhism (dharma and greg)
Continuing our studies of religion, today we discuss Buddhism. Learn about the tenets, different sects, and the lore behind the belief system. Now available on Spotify and Stitcher!!
Green Revolution (new york city?!)
Today we welcome first time guest Jason Wright to teach us all about the Green Revolution. Don't know what that is? Neither did we but this is extra long episode is full of great information and Ernest references. The revolution may not be televised, but it will be on a podcast.
New Wonders - Part 2 (flavian blasted doritos)
We conclude our Wonders of the World series with The Colosseum, Machu Picchu, The Taj Majal, and Christ the Redeemer. Keep checking back for more topics, historical, scientific, and otherwise. Thanks for listening!
New Wonders - Part 1 (largest pole on record)
We've discussed the Ancient Wonders but today we're traveling to the modern era for the New Wonders as voted on by the world. Give us a listen, and please review on itunes!
Bermuda Triangle (them canton grapes)
On this episode we will talk about the Bermuda Triangle! Where is it? What legends does it have? Is it really mystical? It isn't! Check us out on all your favorite things and keep checking back for new episodes!
Blood Types (luke on a bird scooter)
This week we have a special guest, Alex Wilkins! She'll use her experience and knowledge in biology to teach us all about blood! Find us on the socials and the downloads. BLOOD ON BLOOD
Ghosts - Part 1 (pal around in the downstairs)
Happy Halloween! To celebrate here is a bone-us episode to haunt your feed (on flesh). Today we disgust the hiss-tory of ghosts in a number of cultural sc-areas. Get creepy, Ja-bone-ies! It's free so you can't complain about this weird caption! FRIGHT AND REVIEW
Cannibalism (wookiee jedi)
Get ready for Halloween with some real life terror as we discuss Cannibalism! We'll get into cultural practice, landmark historical events, and regular old murderers. Find us all over the place and let us know you found us!
Red Cross (hurrican louie)
Today we illustrate the formation of the Red Cross, its progenitors, and their mission. Look for our conversation with Alex Wilkins coming soon to dig into blood types!
Ancient Wonders - Part 2 (rogue baby)
This week we conclude our study of the Ancient Wonders of the world. We'll also discuss pre-k delinquents and Barenaked Ladies. Rate and review!
Ancient Wonders - Part 1 (bucketus maximus)
We have another two parts topic for you with the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. Learn some history that may or may not be true! Find us on itunes and such and leave us a review!
K-Pop (hounddog hotel)
This week we take a disturbing dive into the world of K-Pop. What seemed like a fun and silly form of entertainment feels a bit different now. Find us all over the internet and tell us what you think!
Standardized Testing (achievement gap)
This week, learn all about the controversial and troubling topic of standardized testing both from a historical concept and as it relates to modern education. Rate and review!
Chicago (Mark's Incomplete Facts)
This week we talk about the history of the largest city in the midwest and the fire that shaped it. Check us out on all your favorite podcast platforms and check out our friends The Ladies of Strange to hear some macabre tales! www.theladiesofstrange.com
Vikings (Yarl's Junior)
Today we step back a millenium or so to discuss the culture and history of Vikings. How did they live? Who really discovered America? Find out with us!
Reality TV (man vs. toilet)
This week we learn just how long America has been fascinated by Reality Television and dig into the ever-expanding genres therein. We'll also feature an ad for our podcast friends over at The Ladies of Strange! Check them, and us, out on all your favorite podcast platforms. www.theladiesofstrange.com
Railroads (paxton cars)
Today we ride the rails for a review of railroads in North America. Greed, corruption, questionable labor practice, and unprecedented travel capability. All aboard or whatever.
Rommel (the desert fox)
This week we return to World War II to discuss The Desert Fox, Erwin Rommel. Celebrated as a masterful general, the Nazi Field Marshal remains a controversial and fascinating subject of history. Find us on itunes or your podcast app of choice!
Australian Wildlife (nippleless grab bag)
Listen this week to learn about some of the fauna of Australia. Things get weird and dangerous and there is even some unfortunate accent work. Find us on your favorite podcast app and rate and review!
Chernobyl (megatomb)
This week we offer some insight on arguably the most famous energy related crisis in history, the Chernobyl disaster. Learn about USSR information management, details that HBO might have missed, and some background science on what exactly happens in a nuclear plant. Find us on your favorite podcast apps!
Hockey (seattle frasiers)
This week we delve into a lesser understood sport from the Great White North with Hockey. FIGHT!
Assassination Attempts (a lot of not knowing how stuff works)
Closing out our assassination series, we discuss unsuccessful attempts on the lives of American Presidents through the decades.
JFK Assassination (carpetbag that playstation)
Today we discuss one of the landmark historic events on the 20th Century, the assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy.
Garfield and McKinley Assassinations (my god, what is this?!)
We double up this week with America's two lesser known Presidential assassinations. Close out one century and begin another with some very avoidable violence.
Lincoln Assassination (go down eatin some jam)
This week we begin our 4 part series on presidential assassinations with Abraham Lincoln. Follow us for the next month to learn all about some of the darker moments of the republic.
Mystical Objects (8 of pretzel rods)
Get spooky everybody, we're discussing methods of mysticism using physical objects. Tarot, Voodoo, and mandrakes are coming at you. Find us on your favorite platform and please rate and subscribe!
Cryptids - live at COSI After Dark (moth in a sleeping bag)
Live from COSI After Dark! As part of their Mythic Creatures night we did a live discussion on North American Cryptids. Thanks to Joe Wood and COSI for having us. Find us on your favorite podcast platform and please rate and subscribe go learn some science!
Chiropractic (every kind of woo woo)
Join us as we explore some of the most famous pseudoscience of the modern world, which also has an adjective for a name, chiropractic.
St Patrick's Day (t-shirt you buy in clearwater, florida)
This week we continue our coverage of appropriated holidays with St. Patrick's Day. Thanks to everyone who checked us out at Cosi After Dark and thank you to Cosi for having us! Find us on your favorite podcast platform.
Football - Part 1 (dude, i'm gettin a goodell)
This week we're digging into one of the most popular and controversial sports in American history by discussing Football. Also, we reached forty episodes! Find us all over the place and check out Cosi After Dark on March 14 for a live recording all about North American Cryptids! https://cosi.org/adults/cosi-after-dark
Opioids (peein' in a wetsuit)
This week we discuss the Opioid epidemic and seek to understand the history of how it came to be. Find us on your favorite podcast platform and please subscribe!
Zoos (don't tell tippi hedren)
This week we're bringing you some research on Zoos in their operation and impact on the natural world. Find us in all the popular podcast places!
Deep Space (fart, the oort cloud)
This week we are venturing to the outer reaches of our solar system to talk about Deep Space. Find us on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, et. al. Subscribe and review, if you please.
Soviet Union - Part 2 (hot war)
Today we wrap up our discussion about the Soviet Union. We'll start at World War 2 and go all the way through the collapse of the USSR and communist block. Find us on iTunes, Spotify, Soundcloud, etc. Subscribe!
Soviet Union - Part 1 (man of steel)
For part one of our Soviet Union discussion we'll start at the Autocracy of Nicholas II and move all the way through to Stalin's preparations for World War II. Subscribe on iTunes and leave a review!
Wildfires (not my aesthetic)
This week we are discussing Wildfires, a topic inspired by recent events in California. We'll discuss ecological benefits, contributing factors, and risks associated with them.
Capital Punishment (mcrib season)
We're back! This week we discuss Capital Punishment with our guest, Jared. Learn about the background of its practice and various facets of the law as we discuss with an actual lawyer.
Thanksgiving (a firmly american bird)
This week we talk about the history of Thanksgiving in North America and get real about family time.
Fad Diets (it's probably stupid)
This week we'll talk about very popular but most likely not very effective ways to lose weight. Special guest Joe Wood returns!
Burial Practices (an untenable description)
This week we get spooky and discuss burial practices of different religions, cultures, and species.
Pacific Trash Vortex (stuffed up with dingos)
This week we'll talk about about the Pacific Trash Vortex and discuss plastics as well as sultry food choices.
Pornography (mrs. t's pierogis)
This week we discuss the commerce, innovation, and cultural impact of pornography in a mostly sensible and tasteful way.
Music School (rachmahnogginoff)
For this week, Dave and Joe discuss their time at music school and what exactly that means for one's time and psyche.
Cats (beef hot dogs, hot and intensified)
This week is cats. We'll discuss lineage, expressions, and dime a dog night.
Tattoos (todd from missouri)
This week is tattoos. We'll discuss history, perceptions, and techniques with our guest, Leanna.
Nazi Hunters (another kind of heavy episode)
This week is Nazi Hunting. We'll discuss famous figures, trials, and detection.
Dinosaur Renaissance (hi terry!)
This week we'll discuss the Dinosaur Renaissance. We'll discuss feathers, hips, and mass extinction.
Aviation (a kite, the kite, kites)
This week we'll discuss the incredibly rapid development of powered flight.
GMOs (jacked banana)
This week's topic is GMOs. We'll discuss science, controversy, and Triscuits.
Baseball (chew tobaccy sally)
This week for baseball we'll discuss history, idioms, and problematic mascots.
Japanese Internment (real talk)
This week is Japanese Internment. We'll discuss justifications, dissolution, and lingering effects.
Online Dating (bigask.com)
This week our topic is Online Dating. We’ll discuss apps, strategies, and testimonials.
Anabaptists, Amish, and Such (hooterites)
This week is Anabaptism. We’ll discuss its origins, its practice, and why you shouldn’t assume someone is Amish.
Mummies (lord oog of the admiralty)
This week is Mummies. We’ll discuss mummification, international examples, and bog body season.
Churchill (our finest beef)
Welcome to an hour of our time where we spend an hour sharing our research and perspective on a new topic each week. This week is Winston Churchill. We’ll discuss Gallipolis, his writing, and his time as prime minister.
Spanish American War (by Jingo!)
Welcome to an hour of our time where we spend an hour sharing our research and perspective on a new topic each week. This week is The Spanish-American War. We’ll discuss supposed provocations, consequences, and nationalism. Your hosts are Joe, Mark, and Dave.
Forensic Science (tum tum balogn)
Welcome back to An Hour of Our Time where we spend an hour sharing our research and perspective on a new topic each week. This week is Forensics. We’ll discuss methods, landmark cases, and Jonathan Frakes. Your hosts are Joe, Mark, and Dave.
Debate (property hawk)
Welcome to an hour of our time where we spend an hour sharing our research and perspective on a new topic each week. This week is the Elements of Debate. We’ll discuss common fallacies, argument strategies, and kangaroo signs. Your hosts are Joe, Mark, and Dave.
Video Games (moonraker)
Welcome back to an hour of our time where we spend an hour sharing our research and perspective on a new topic each week. This week is Video Games. We’ll discuss their history, technology, and place in industry. Your hosts are Joe, Mark, and Dave.
Whiskey - live at Columbus Podcast Festival (ray ray's classic stick ball)
Welcome to An Hour of our Time where we spend an hour sharing our research and perspective on a new topic each week. This week is Whiskey. We’ll discuss its history, its production, and its place in various cultures. There is a fair amount of yelling.
Spiritualism (kerplunk)
Welcome back to an hour of our time where we spend an hour sharing our research and perspective on a new topic each week. This week is Spiritualism. We’ll discuss its history, its methods, and its famous figures in a somewhat unbiased review. Your hosts are Joe, Mark, and Dave.
Electricity (it's a boat)
We learned about and now perhaps you will learn all about how electricity works and how we get where we are thanks to people like Westinghouse, Tesla, and Edison.
Satanism (real cape tuckers)
On this episode we examine the background, cultural impact, and misinterpretation of Satanism.
Space Race (rockin' scientist)
On this episode we’ll be taking a look at the Space Race. We’ll be discussing the cold war, conspiracy theories, and international intrigue.
(mostly North) Korea (tell me about these haircuts)
This week we’ll be talking about the history and current state of North and South Korea. We'll discuss the Korean war, PC culture, and tonsorial affairs.
History of the Internet (good lookin' sasquatch)
This week we’ll be talking about the Internet, including its inception, its evolution, and, for better or worse, how it has changed the world. Get your bits and boops ready.
Pro Wrestling (cheap heat)
Today for Pro Wrestling we'll be submitting our memories of slobber-knockers of the past, grappling with cultural challenges in the medium, and pile-driving through some terminology. Now accepting applications to join our wrestling league of champions.
Ancient Civilizations (too much influensch)
Today we discuss the first cities, systems of commerce, early humans, and grocery store candy. We will also use Looney Toons to conceptualize some anthropological points of interest.
Oil (there's many strange things)
Today we’ll be discussing the Oil industry, including its chemical origins, its use in manufacturing and energy, and its political implications. Star Trek makes an appearance as well.