Stop Doing That

Unlucky number thirteen, for this episode John leads the show into the weird world of predicting the Rapture, it's history, and the many men who've tried to claim the end of the world. Andrea talks about blimps during the Conversation Corner.

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Dan_nehs. (2026, April 13). William Miller convinced thousands of Millerites the end was near. New England Historical Society. https://newenglandhistoricalsociety.com/william-miller-convinced-thousands-millerites-world-end/

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He spent $300,000 to promote an apocalypse theory. 10 years later, he still has ‘no regrets.’ Client challenge. (n.d.). https://www.sfchronicle.com/local/article/He-dropped-300-000-to-promote-Harold-Camping-s-16192575.php

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In this episode, Andrea reveals the depths of her maritime madness as the duo discuss one of the most pointless plans from the Second World War. Oh, and L. Ron. Hubbard shows up.

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In this second half, John details the end of Ayrton Senna's career and then his personal feelings about labeling him as one of the best racers in Formula 1. Andrea makes movie references for all that it helps.

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Alain Prost on Ayrton Senna: “Between us, we can screw all the others!” (n.d.-a). https://www.autoweek.com/racing/formula-1/a1894821/alain-prost-ayrton-senna-between-us-we-can-screw-all-others/

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Alain Prost’s reaction to Netflix Senna series: “Complete bullshit.” (n.d.-b). https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/alain-prosts-strong-reaction-to-netflix-senna-series-complete-bullshit/10701647/

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YouTube. (n.d.-a). Ayrton Senna | Top Gear Tribute. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9U_K76vPGYo

YouTube. (n.d.-b). Ayrton Senna’s “Lap of the Gods” | 1993 European Grand Prix. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pktF3wJKfxo

YouTube. (n.d.-c). Ayrton Senna’s INCREDIBLE rise to Formula 1. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3UPXysk2o0

John leads the show in talking about a Formula 1 racing legend. John really shows his passion for the sport and its history while Andrea proceeds to confuse two identical looking YouTubers for each other.

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Alain Prost on Ayrton Senna: “Between us, we can screw all the others!” (n.d.-a). https://www.autoweek.com/racing/formula-1/a1894821/alain-prost-ayrton-senna-between-us-we-can-screw-all-others/

Alain Prost on Senna: Ayrton Senna da Silva - Legacy Matters. Ayrton Senna da Silva Legacy Matters. (2017, May 1). https://www.ayrton-senna-dasilva.com/alain-on-senna/

Alain Prost’s reaction to Netflix Senna series: “Complete bullshit.” (n.d.-b). https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/alain-prosts-strong-reaction-to-netflix-senna-series-complete-bullshit/10701647/

The misguided mythology of Ayrton Senna. (n.d.-c). https://www.roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a35349952/the-misguided-mythology-of-ayrton-senna/

Network, A. T. to L. (2016, October 8). A tribute to life network. Ayrton Senna A Tribute to Life. https://www.ayrton-senna.net/ayrton-prof-and-me/

When Senna signed a race-by-race deal for $1m per race. (n.d.-d). https://www.autosport.com/f1/news/when-senna-signed-a-race-by-race-deal-for-1m-per-race-5477619/5477619/

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YouTube. (n.d.-b). Ayrton Senna’s “Lap of the Gods” | 1993 European Grand Prix. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pktF3wJKfxo

YouTube. (n.d.-c). Ayrton Senna’s INCREDIBLE rise to Formula 1. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3UPXysk2o0

Ten episodes! In the second half Andrea details the decline and tragic end to the Dangerous Sports Club's adventurous ways. It's all fun and games, until it isn't.

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Lyster, M. (1997). The strange adventures of the dangerous sports club. Do-Not Press ; U.S. Distributor, Dufour Editions.

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YouTube. (n.d.-b). The Dangerous sports club part 1 of 2. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0D-6cmc17Wk

YouTube. (n.d.-c). The dangerous sports club Part 2 of 2. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1fvGC2Qn2w

Zorbing. (2023, February 21). Zorbing, the real story (history and origins) - zorbing time. ZORBING. https://www.zorbingtime.com/zorbing-history-and-origins/

Ten episodes! This one is a treat as Andrea recounts the story of the Dangerous Sports Club across two parts. From their humble beginnings to the invention of bungee this episode touches on some less well known history.

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Lyster, M. (1997). The strange adventures of the dangerous sports club. Do-Not Press ; U.S. Distributor, Dufour Editions.

BBC. (2000, May 30). UK | chucked girlfriend breaks pelvis. BBC News. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/769891.stm

Ben Branch( Senior Editor )Articles that Ben Branch has written have been covered on CNN. (2022, April 21). Full documentary: Edward’s flying boat – the white elephant. Silodrome. https://silodrome.com/edwards-flying-boat-sunderland-documentary/

Guardian News and Media. (2005a, October 31). Inquest told of student catapult death. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/education/2005/oct/31/highereducation.uk4

Guardian News and Media. (2005b, November 1). Student hurled to his death in medieval siege catapult stunt. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/uk/2005/nov/01/highereducation.students

Incredible story of the world’s last Flying Sunderland. (n.d.). https://www.key.aero/article/incredible-story-worlds-last-flying-sunderland

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YouTube. (n.d.-b). The Dangerous sports club part 1 of 2. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0D-6cmc17Wk

YouTube. (n.d.-c). The dangerous sports club Part 2 of 2. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1fvGC2Qn2w

Zorbing. (2023, February 21). Zorbing, the real story (history and origins) - zorbing time. ZORBING. https://www.zorbingtime.com/zorbing-history-and-origins/

On this episode John and Andrea indulge in their shared love of aviation as John recounts the many tragic failures of the McDonnell Douglas DC-10. During the Conversation Corner they cover some topics related to past episodes, like football and the fire at a massive warehouse.

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YouTube. (n.d.-a). Swissair 111’s Last Minutes | Mayday Air Disaster. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z42Cu6oq9qQ

YouTube. (n.d.-b). The Engine Explosion That Changed Aviation Forever | Mayday: Air Disaster. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lw4uhb8dFs4

YouTube. (n.d.-c). The Mount Erebus Disaster | A Short Documentary | Fascinating Horror. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJOdkRfIrc0

YouTube. (n.d.-d). This Plane Could Even Land Itself: Why Did The L-1011 Fail?. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkFYD7R_Xig

YouTube. (n.d.-e). The Day the Sky Fell - The Tragic Story of American Airlines Flight 191 | Mayday: Air Disaster. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qKVaq0rrkU

YouTube. (n.d.-f). The DC-10 Outsmarted Boeing - Then Something Changed. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPc7WbrPpVk

On this episode, Andrea takes the show to Canada to discuss those who are taking direct action against corporate greed. Along the way she details Canada's history with such actions and makes a butchery of statistics.

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Activists claim responsibility for Robin Hood-inspired grocery robbery in Montreal. (n.d.-a). https://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/article/activists-claims-responsibility-for-robin-hood-inspired-grocery-robbery-in-montreal/

Alberta grocery prices have nearly doubled since 2002. About half that increase happened in 2020s | CBC News. (n.d.-b). https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-grocery-prices-inflation-9.7078720

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'f**k the profits’: Robin Hood-clad thieves loot store, share food to protest high prices in Canada | World News - News18. (n.d.-d). https://www.news18.com/world/robins-des-ruelles-uncover-food-price-protest-with-montreal-store-raid-ws-l-9882785.html

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Vol de nourriture à Montréal ou quand des militants ont dérobé tout le buffet du reine elizabeth | 24 heures. (n.d.-g). https://www.24heures.ca/2025/12/19/vol-de-nourriture-a-montreal-ou-quand-des-militants-ont-derobe-tout-le-buffet-du-reine-elizabeth

On this episode, John and Andrea risk the wrath of the National Football League as they talk about a specific football team. This time John is talking about the suffering of the New York Jets and their many bad Quarterbacks.

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Gary Vee: The youth pastor of capitalism. (n.d.-e). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Xpx0l6FXJU

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Mark Sanchez out at Fox Sports after stabbing incident and arrest in Indianapolis. (n.d.-h). https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/mark-sanchez-fox-sports-arrest-stabbing-incident-indianapolis-rcna242594

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Tom Brady, Drew Bledsoe reflect on pivotal hit 15 years later. (n.d.-n). https://www.nfl.com/news/tom-brady-drew-bledsoe-reflect-on-pivotal-hit-15-years-later-0ap3000000707463

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In the concluding part of the Preston Tucker saga, Andrea recounts the struggles and the rise, the shenanigans, and the ultimate downfall of the Tucker corporation. She gives her thoughts on the idea of conspiracy and collusion against Preston Tucker.

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A $3 million Tucker 48 prototype once was discovered stuck in mud behind a barn. (n.d.-a). https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a15343141/a-3-million-tucker-48-prototype-once-was-discovered-stuck-in-mud-behind-a-barn/

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