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Has the Percy Jackson series been slept on by society? Join Mike Schubert as he journeys through the Riordanverse for the first time with the help of longtime PJO fans to cover the plot, take stabs at what happens next, and nerd out over the Greek mythology throughout. Whether you're looking for an excuse to finally read these books, or want to re-read an old favorite with a digital book club, grab your blue chocolate chip cookies and listen along. New episodes release on Mondays wherever yo ...
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Sherry returns as guest with a set of chapters she called dibs on far in advance, for good reason! We cover 4 fun Frank chapters as we follow along our team's continuing journey in The Son of Neptune! Topics include: film cameras, Florida, Dance Moms, recording timelines, snack time, trading, Butterscotch Krimpets, birth certificates, being ripped,…
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Holy schist does this episode SLAP. We're back in Vienna, VA in front of another hyped crowd, this time covering chapter of the Son of Neptune where our heroes have to deal with a whole lot of schist! Topics include: Austria, Fun & Spicy, Reeks of Gia, The Pit, The Masked Singer, Albert C. Onious, Spire, trap door fever, the Lad of Poseidon, PhD in…
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Discover the surprising connection between Donald Trump and a forgotten president who pioneered the use of tariffs to boost the US economy. In this video, we explore the fascinating history of a president who dared to challenge the status quo and implement protectionist policies that resonated with Trump's own economic agenda. From the early days o…
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Explore the fascinating story of Paul Revere's iconic Boston Massacre engraving, but this time, take a closer look at the controversy surrounding its creation. Did Paul Revere, the legendary American patriot, steal his famous engraving from someone else? Join us as we delve into the intriguing history behind this influential image and uncover the t…
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Steven and Schubes are back in Doylestown* in front of a fun crowd to cover a good chunk of the second book in the Heroes of Olympus series! Topics include: Wawa, Chekov’s jelly beans, ring sliding, Pikachu, Percy Jackson and the Gaggle of Mercenaries, pirates, the quiet car, Babe Ruth, airport dads, directions, the BART, McFlurries, SEPTA, Dark Pe…
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Discover the surprising truth about Benjamin Franklin's wealth! Was he a millionaire in today's dollars? In this video, we'll explore the fascinating life of one of America's founding fathers and uncover the secrets of his financial success. From his early days as a printer's apprentice to his later years as a statesman and inventor, we'll examine …
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Explore one of the most pivotal events in American history, the Boston Massacre, and learn about the chain of events that led to the tragic incident. From the tensions between British soldiers and American colonists to the role of propaganda and misinformation, we'll delve into the complex factors that contributed to the bloodshed on that fateful n…
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Beth Eyre of Wooden Overcoats, 20toMidnight, and more, makes her TNO debut to cover some incredible pre-quest chapters of The Son of Neptune, but also to go on some GLORIOUS tangents. Topics include: maths, Reyson, Gabriel Urbina, Zelda, The Silver Surfer, chess, bunk beds, Natalie Imbruglia, black pudding, The Pomeranian Line, Julia, pant lengths,…
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Join me on a journey through the most unforgettable presidential inaugurations in American history! From unexpected speeches to shocking moments, we're counting down the top WACKY presidential inaugurations that left America speechless.A list of all the books used for research for this episode. My Book List on my Amazon Store Front https://amzn.to/…
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Kelly makes her return to TNO, this time live in Louisiana to discuss more Frank chapters in The Son of Neptune! Topics include: TNeaux, Taylor Swift, portcullis, Medieval Madness, Trials of Apollo, Bug Juice, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Lord of the Rings, harpoon head logistics, Centurion Shishkabob, Mars vs. Ares, punch ups, Wingdings, hangry, eras, clownin…
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In this video, we're diving into one of the most bizarre and intriguing diplomatic incidents in recent history: did the United States really try to buy Greenland from Denmark? The story broke in 2019, with reports suggesting that the Trump administration had been making serious overtures to purchase the autonomous territory, sparking widespread con…
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Join me as we dive into the mysterious and intriguing story of 11-year-old Christopher Seider, a young boy who met a tragic fate in 1770. What happened to him? Was it a tragic accident or something more sinister? In this video, we'll explore the events surrounding Christopher's untimely death and uncover the truth behind this centuries-old mystery.…
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Liam Crowley of ScreenRant is back on stage in Boston alongside Mike to break down the first set of Frank narration chapters! Topics include: The back of the book, cinnamon toast, s’mores duty, runaway blenders, blinking, don’t touch signs, Frank’s grandma, Avengers: Endgame, shaving, Captain Underpants, loot, Mark Ruffalo, Vitellius cooking, Greek…
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Ever wondered how Christmas was celebrated back in the 1700s? From festive traditions to winter wonderlands, discover what made Christmas magical during this fascinating era. In this video, we'll take you on a journey through time to explore the history of Christmas in the 1700s.A list of all the books used for research for this episode. My Book Li…
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Mike finally returns to Boston for a podcast live show, and he's brought Massachusetts' own Liam Crowley as the guest! They conclude the first set of Hazel chapters in front of a lovely early show crowd. Topics include: Braintree, Sonic the Hedgehog, the graphic novels, The Toilet Kids, Amtrak, refrigerators, Rice tour guide, “eating sandwiches,” t…
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Join us as we dive into one of the most pivotal moments in American history - the Golden Hill Battle, where the Sons of Liberty rose up against British tyranny in New York. This epic clash marked a turning point in the fight for independence, and we're exploring the events that led up to it, the key players involved, and the impact it had on the Am…
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J'Neia Stewart of the upcoming Fandom Fixations Archives podcast makes her TNO return, this time for a set of Son of Neptune chapters for which she is the perfect guest: the first two Hazel narration chapters! Topics include: New Orleans, new phone who dis, weird mascots, Magic School Bus, ananas, Michael Fassbender, Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter…
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Dive into the riveting story of John Hancock, one of America's Founding Fathers, and the Liberty Affair—a pivotal event that fueled the fires of the American Revolution. In 1768, Hancock's ship, the Liberty, was seized by British customs officials on accusations of smuggling. This bold act of defiance against British rule and the ensuing colonial o…
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Much like Hannah Montana, this episode has the best of both worlds, as it's made up of Act 2 of the 2024 Toronto live show AND a proper studio recording! Both incredible, both with our designated Canadian, Genna Buck. Topics include: Bombilo the Two-Headed Coffee Merchant, camp sorting, young alumni, acknowledgizing, Italy, East Side Mario’s, Reven…
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Join me as we delve into the fascinating story of the Massachusetts Circular Letter of 1768, a pivotal document that profoundly impacted American history. Samuel Adams's letter was a call to action for the colonies to unite against British tyranny and taxation. But what made this letter so significant, and how did it shape the course of American hi…
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Dive into the captivating story of John Dickinson, known as the "Revolutionary Penman," whose eloquent writings and passionate advocacy for American independence played a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s history. In this video, we explore Dickinson’s influential essays, his contributions to the Continental Congress, and his legacy as a founding…
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TNO's Designated Canadian, Genna Buck, joins Mike live on stage IN CANADA (Toronto, specifically) to break down Ch. 3 of HoO Book 2! Topics include: Black Toonies, second Ts, Greek food, The Canadian House Hippo, Elf on a Shelf, The Royal Ontario Museum, Chekhov’s jelly beans, zed, Hera’s folder management, polygraphs, cheesy dog bite, tuna enchila…
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NEW EPISODE, NEW ERA, NEW YORK! Johnny returns as he and Mike kick off TNO's coverage of the second book in the Heroes of Olympus series live in front of a raucous crowd in New York City! Sherry leads a fun Q&A as well. Topics include: the cycle, belts, the map, dry ice, Tilden Park, West Coast bagels, Jack in the Crack, floozies, Sweet Summer Chil…
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It's that time again, this time with thrice as many mythological backgrounds! Dr. Moiya McTier returns to talk about all the Greek, Roman, and Cherokee myths featured in the first Heroes of Olympus book! Topics include: Enceladus, The Gigantomachy, Calais & Zethes, Khione, Argonaut Town, Medea, burying teeth, Lityerses, Squid Game, Lycaon, Aphrodit…
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In September 2023, Schubes was joined by Delia in Vienna, VA to cover one of the wildest official installments of the PJO series. Also, Sherry led quite possible the best Q&A we've ever done! Topics include: Vanna White, The Flap, Uncle Rich, middle school cafeteria pizza, Chuck E. Cheese, handwriting, Clotho, Larry the Cable Guy, Cosmo, Scholastic…
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Kelly is here for another book conclusion, this time, The Lost Hero! It's been a wild ride and the ending of this book got me ALL SORTS OF AMPED UP. Topics include: closets, CHIRON, black and white cookies, The Cold War, World History class, election sausages, Krispy Kreme, Avengers; Endgame, trireme, Renesme, Glorfindel, theory time, loud sneezes,…
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Steven returns for our penultimate episode covering tThe Lost Hero! I promise we talk about the chapters, but this episode is the Bug Juice episode and you will understand what that means later. Topics include: Backpack, stethoscope stickers, true form glasses, Arthur, Mama Mia, aspects, The Fates, BUG JUICE, *NSYNC, sassy math, The New York Yankee…
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Morgan aka Imaginmatrix returns to TNO, this time for a standard book episode about some battle chapters of The Lost Hero! CLIMACTIC MOMENTS AHEAD, STRAP IN! Topics include: fallen heroes, compliments, fall clothes, Denver weather, Greek hospitality, GOP Khione, Minthara, attractive villains, wind horses, Legolas, Charmspeak’s limits, teamwork dyna…
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Reporter Gillian Blum (@GillianBlum) makes her TNO debut to break down the chapters of The Lost Hero that precede the big battle! Topics include: Spider-Man 3, Table of Contents, Jack London, school assigned books, naps, linked friends, mufflers, Beauty Queen, movie plans, Lumberjack Billionaire, The Knights of Ren, narration tones, Hera hatred, Sn…
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