National Treasure Hunt

By Aubrey Paris & Emily BlackTV & Film

National Treasure Hunt episodes

June 18, 2025 BONUS: The Secret Lies with Seth (feat. Timothy V. Murphy)
Timothy V. Murphy ("Seth") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black for a conversation about his portrayal of Mitch Wilkinson's henchman in National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets. Hear about Tim's off-camera experiences in South Dakota, the reason his face is covered in a few key scenes, and the friendship that formed between the film's "villains."
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
49 min
June 04, 2025 BONUS: The Secret Lies with Agent Spellman (feat. Alicia Coppola)
Alicia Coppola ("Agent Spellman") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to share her memories from behind-the-scenes of filming National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets. Learn how Ed Harris comforted Alicia in an airport, Jon Voight befriended local communities in South Dakota, Helen Mirren facilitated discreet wardrobe changes on set, and much more.
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
1 hr
May 14, 2025 100. Hunt for the White House
On the Season 10 finale of National Treasure Hunt, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black are joined by Matthew Costello, Chief Education Officer at the White House Historical Association, to celebrate their 100th podcast episode. The task at hand is simple: to assess the portrayal of presidential and White House history in the National Treasure films, including deep dives into the Oval Office, Resolute desk, presidential seal, and much more.
Get your ticket to FAN EXPO Philadelphia to attend National Treasure Hunt's signature interactive lecture on history, science, and Hollywood magic in National Treasure. The session will take place in Workshop Room 123 (Pennsylvania Convention Center) on Saturday, May 17, at 12:15 PM.
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
1 hr 5 min
May 07, 2025 NT/IRL: Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch (Seasons 3 & 4)
In this "National Treasure in Real Life" episode, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black review Seasons 3 and 4 of Discovery Channel's Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch. How do history and science converge to suggest that Aztec gold could be hidden in Utah? Plus, how are the Ollinger and Gates families similar?
Get your ticket to FAN EXPO Philadelphia to attend National Treasure Hunt's signature interactive lecture on history, science, and Hollywood magic in National Treasure. The session will take place in Workshop Room 123 (Pennsylvania Convention Center) on Saturday, May 17, at 12:15 PM.
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
54 min
April 30, 2025 99. Hunt for Unity
Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black consider how National Treasure builds community amongst fans of the franchise. How could the films be used to reach across real or imagined barriers in society, creating unity during uncertain or divisive times?
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
1 hr 14 min
April 23, 2025 BONUS: The Secret Lies with Powell (feat. Stewart Finlay-McLennan)
Stewart Finlay-McLennan ("Powell") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to round out their interview series with the henchmen of National Treasure. What was Powell's first name, why did he team up with Ian Howe, and what was the character's relationship with his fellow henchmen?
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
1 hr 21 min
April 16, 2025 98. Hunt for Complicated Relationships
Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black examine the evolution of the complex relationship between hero Ben Gates and villain Ian Howe. Plus, what does an online compatibility test reveal about the viability of their "friendship"?
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
1 hr 24 min
April 09, 2025 BONUS: The Secret Lies with Viktor (feat. Oleg Taktarov)
Oleg Taktarov ("Viktor") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to share stories from his time portraying Ian Howe's henchman in National Treasure. His memories include the villains' after-hours bonding rituals, henchman-centric scenes that didn't make the cut, details from a Nicolas Cage house party, and much more.
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
57 min
March 31, 2025 97. Hunt for Journals
Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black explore Meriwether Lewis' journals from the Corps of Discovery expedition. What information did they contain, where are they kept today, and could Jess Valenzuela realistically have found one at the Louisiana Governor's Mansion in National Treasure: Edge of History?
It's your last chance to reserve a spot on the spring 2025 National Treasure Hunt Tour, running April 26 in Washington, DC! Register before sign-ups close on April 4: https://forms.gle/6Er5fFVyBanETFfi9
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
1 hr 3 min
March 25, 2025 BONUS: The Secret Lies with Phil (feat. Stephen Pope)
Stephen Pope ("Phil") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to discuss his evolution from stunt performer to Ian Howe's henchman in the first National Treasure film. How did he end up chasing Nicolas Cage across a roof in Philadelphia?
Reserve your spot on the spring 2025 National Treasure Hunt Tour, running April 26 in Washington, DC! Availability is limited; register here: https://forms.gle/6Er5fFVyBanETFfi9
Get your free tickets to National Treasure Hunt's interactive lecture at Carroll County Library's Exploration Commons (Westminster, MD) on March 29, 2025: https://ccpl.librarymarket.com/event/national-treasure-hunt
Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. More information about the National Treasure Hunt podcast, tour, and book can be found at www.nthuntpodcast.com.
Order our book, "National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy," from Tucker DS Press at https://www.tuckerdspress.com/product-page/national-treasure-hunt-one-step-short-of-crazy.
To access even more exclusive National Treasure Hunt content, including bonus episodes and watch parties, subscribe to our Patreon: www.patreon.com/NTHuntPodcast
50 min

About National Treasure Hunt

From the publisher's feed

National Treasure Hunt is the award-winning, New York Times-featured podcast taking an ocular device to the National Treasure film and television franchise. Hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black, dubbed "franchise historians" by screenwriters Cormac and Marianne Wibberley, provide interdisciplinary, "edutaining" analyses while interviewing cast, crew, and creative team members. Learn about the podcast's spinoff activities, including books, a walking tour, and community events, at NTHuntPodcast.com.