We’re traveling back to Ancient Rome this episode to learn all about the brutal life of Roman Gladiators, and wow was it rough. The very funny Erick Hellwig joins us on this one as we find out just what it took to become a Gladiator, and the many roles they played in Ancient Roman society. Turns out Gladiators were used for a lot more than just fighting big spectacle bouts in the colosseum. They were often hired as personal bodyguards and escorts to ‘service’ the Roman elite. Fun! Also, we dive into some wild stories about the deranged Emperor Commodus (famously portrayed by Joaquin Phoenix in the film ‘Gladiator’). Turns out the ol’ Commy fancied himself a gladiator, fighting in nearly 700 rigged matches. And, he oddly had an affinity for putting on bizarre spectacle fights…like the time he rounded up one hundred Roman dwarves and had them all fight to the death with meat cleavers. Seriously. Buckle up because this one's doozy!

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This episode we’re looking back at the year that changed EVERYTHING. 1971. Ever wonder why inflation has gotten so out of control? Or why the wealth inequality in the US continues to grow year after year? Well, it all traces back to that one crazy decision President Nixon made in 1971. We open by setting the stage of what culture was actually like 50 years ago with our hilarious guest, Avery Mckinney, co-host of the popular comedy and nostalgia podcast, Invade The Decade. Listen in, as we deep dive to figure out how and why 1971 was so pivotal and what that means for the future.

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We’re traveling back in time to the 1790’s to learn about all the unbelievable craziness that was the Haitian revolution, the only legitimately successful slave uprising in history. This episode has some WILD info in it, and it is not for the faint of heart. The always hilarious Handren-Seavey joins us as we learn the incredible backstory of the Haitian revolutionary hero Toussaint Louverture, who absolutely needs a historical drama made about his life (we’re looking at you HBO). Get the gritty details about the Haitian warrior who was so prolific on the battlefield he got French soldiers to pause mid battle to give him an applause-break for his bravery. Yes, seriously. And find out how the Haitian revolutionaries were quite possibly responsible for stopping Napoleon from taking over America by keeping him tied up in Haiti. Who knows, if it weren’t for them we might all be speaking French right now.

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School’s out on our second episode of season two, as the hilarious and lovely Paige Wesley joins us to learn the dysfunctional and dark history behind the creation of the American public school system. Find out how the origins trace back to the Prussian model of schools that were setup specifically for physically beating unruly children, we learn how the oil tycoon billionaire John D Rockefeller personally orchestrated how the modern American school was set up as a means to train and condition factory workers, and we do a bit of a deep-dive on a few of Rockefeller’s worst scandals against the work force.

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Hi-YAH! We’re officially back with the premiere of season two, and to karate-kick us off this episode, we have the hilarious Willie Simon and Eric Freeman joining our host Alex Gettlin to learn all about the Secrets of the Ninja. Find out why the ancient Samurai Warriors and Ninjas were both mortal enemies, and necessary allies, depending on the time period of feudal Japan. Discover the amazing story of the legendary Hattori Hanzo, the Samurai warrior who became the greatest Ninja in history. And learn how almost everything we see on screen today regarding Ninjas all traces back to James Bond.

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There is no better way to wrap season one than breaking down what it really takes to be a Navy Seal with Florida's greatest export, Comedian Chris Cope. Chris surprises Alex with his street knowledge of the Seals (thank you Call of Duty), and Alex catches Chris off guard with the legend of Jack Taylor. With only a 6% acceptance rate, it’s amazing anyone attempts what feels impossible. Chris may never be in that 6%, but he is ready to be cast as the fun-loving Cook in any and all upcoming movies made about the Navy Seals. You hear that Hollywood?

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With our youngest guest, why not dive into our oldest subject. Alex sits down with Comedian and Podcaster, Armando Torres to break down the bizarre rituals of ancient Egypt. You’ve probably heard of King Tut but there may be a new fact that your elementary school teacher left out. From fertility, mummification and more, Alex and Armando find themselves very high and realizing two things are for certain. One, they don’t know what an IUD actually does. And two? Alex definitely should not get a bob.

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It’s shocking to think that bacon hasn’t always been a breakfast staple. Because yeah, some dude who needed to hock bacon to make money, made it up. Mind blowing right? You’re not alone, the hilarious Comedian and Podcaster, Chaunte’ Wayans thought so too. In fact, it was so shocking, she had Alex explain it to her, twice. Well, maybe that was because of the cannabis. Either way, Alex dives into all the lies the food industry tells us, the truth behind sugar and much, much more. (Sorry if we ruined bacon for you. Our bad.)

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He sounds like Sam Kinison and looks like a new age Elton John, we’re talking about the delightful, inspiring and hilarious Comedian, Author and Podcaster, Alex Hooper. A self proclaimed lover of drugs, Alex was the perfect choice to dive into the long history of The War on Drugs. From the opium wars of the mid 19th century, to peppy Coke-a-Cola to Nixon’s 50 years of legit failing to get drugs off the streets; this episode is a wild ride and does not let up. Alex and Alex prove they may be the perfect duo to get high with. Just saying.

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Who better to spill the tea on the secret service than Comedian and more importantly, former 2020 Presidential candidate, Ben Gleib. We’re not joking. This episode runs the gambit from breaking down the original formation of the secret service and their OG mission to prostitutes in South America. We even dare to ask the real questions like, “Is there really an ice cream cooler in The Beast”? Ben runs through his impressions of former presidents and politicians. Frankly, he does a spot on Bernie Sanders. Oh, and Ben just happened to wear socks with JFK’s face on them. We can’t make this stuff up.

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