Best Parker Lennon Podcasts (2024)

1
Caterina Sforza: Part 2 1:06:46

3d ago1:06:46

1:06:46

We pick up Caterina Sforza's story as she finally launches into action, taking castles and fortresses, outwitting cardinals and bishops, and earning that nickname of the Tigress of Forli. Expect assasinations, daring deeds, more pregnancies than we care to think about, and pulp (unfortunately, not orange juice pulp)...it is a wild ride! Tell us you…

1
Caterina Sforza: Part 1 1:02:33

17d ago1:02:33

1:02:33

Caterina Sforza is often overshadowed by the men who she came into contact with as they comprised some of the Italy's most infamous dynasties: the Medicis and the Borgias. While there is much to commend her on being a real warrior female leader in the Italian renaissance, a female powerhouse -- after all her nickname is the Tigress of Forli -- Cate…

1
John Lennon 1:38:57

23d ago1:38:57

1:38:57

Another week and another ambivalent offender...this time Jamie tackles another one from the music world (thanks to our Patreon fans & their votes!) and from one of the most recognizable bands of all time--John Lennon. From his traumatic childhood to his battles with mental health to his tumultuous relationships with romantic partners (as well as hi…

1
Emperor Claudius 1:30:41

1M ago1:30:41

1:30:41

The Roman Emperor Claudius was as unlikely an emperor as they come (from inside the imperial family that is). Learn about his unexpected rise, his...complicated...marital history, and if we can truly call him one of the "good" Emperors. Remember, you can access FREE content on our Patreon this month by going to our patreon page linked below and joi…

1
🔒 Patreon Only: Casting Attractive Men as Questionable/Bad People & Consuming True Crime Media 42:29

1M ago42:29

42:29

Subscriber-only episode Erin and I have a little more informal discussion about the recent trend of casting attractive men (looking at you Hugh Jackman and Zac Efron) to play questionable figures, as well as the worst of the worst, serial killers. We also touch upon true crime media in general. Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Sha…

1
P.T. Barnum 1:02:59

1M ago1:02:59

1:02:59

Come one, come all, to learn about the man who has been nicknamed the Greatest Showman and created the Greatest Show on Earth. In this one-parter, you'll learn about P.T. Barnum's dark start (understatement) in show business and his journey from museum owner to starting a circus. Stick around at the end to hear a trailer for "Door Key" history podc…

1
Wernher Von Braun: Part 2 1:51:46

1M ago1:51:46

1:51:46

Listen to the conclusion of Wernher Von Braun's story as he arrives in America, works for NASA, launches the first manned mission to the moon, and does something with Spice Flight (you will need to listen to get the reference there!). Hear our judgements on the man sometimes called history's most controversial figure. Main Source: Von Braun: Dreame…

1
Operation Paperclip Mini-sode 32:50

2M ago32:50

32:50

We have a very special guest joining the pod today to discuss Operation Paperclip. Erin's husband, Matt, history teacher extraordinaire, gives us the basics on Operation Paperclip, why it was called that, and its long-lasting legacy. Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Share your take! Persons of Interest From murderers to money laun…

1
Wernher Von Braun: Part 1 1:19:39

2M ago1:19:39

1:19:39

"Gather 'round while I sing you of Wernher von Braun, A man whose allegiance Is ruled by expedience." Finally, we are covering the man who is sometimes called the most controversial figure in history (those are fighting words!).This first episode on Wernher Von Braun explores Von Braun's early life and his wartime activities during WWII. V-2 rocket…

1
Bonnie Parker: Part 3 (Final) 1:13:51

2M ago1:13:51

1:13:51

The conclusion to the Bonnie Parker saga...To quote Bonnie from her most famous poem: "They don’t think they’re tough or desperate They know the law always wins They’ve been shot at before, but they do not ignore That death is the wages of sin. Some day they’ll go down together And they’ll bury them side by side To few it’ll be grief, to the law a …

1
Jane Boleyn: Part 2 (Final) 2:00:35

2M ago2:00:35

2:00:35

Welcome back to part 2 of Jane Boleyn's story! The dust settles after Anne Boleyn and George Boleyn's executions...now Jane must figure out what the next part of her life will look like. Follow us as we chart Jane's unlikely return to court serving more of Henry VIII's queens (along with some asides, such as a "Queer Eye" style Thomas Cromwell fixe…

1
Bonnie Parker: Part 2 1:59:03

2M ago1:59:03

1:59:03

We pick up with Part 2 of Bonnie Parker’s story! Bonnie has decided on a life of crime with her boyfriend, Clyde Barrow, and becomes a part of the Barrow Gang! Murder, more murder, poetry, and (eeeek) a mention of J. Edgar Hoover all make their appearance. Things are heating up for our star-crossed lovers as the authorities close in… Tell us your t…

1
Bonnie Parker: Part 1 1:01:09

3M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

Bonnie Parker was one half of one of America’s most infamous duos…but behind the lore and the pop culture moments, who was the real Bonnie Parker? Learn how a girl who grew up poor in Texas and longed for adventure found herself at a crossroads between crime and a mundane life with a chance introduction to Clyde Barrow. Tell us your thoughts! Do yo…

1
Jane Boleyn: Part 1 1:31:54

3M ago1:31:54

1:31:54

NOTE: We apologize for the extra delay but between weather and then audio not lining up, we both spent hours trying to get this to work! The infamous Lady Rochford is portrayed as the sister-in-law from hell--but what's the reality behind the portrayals? Learn more about Jane's time at court with her husband, George Boleyn, and of course, the one, …

1
Elvis Presley 1:35:35

3M ago1:35:35

1:35:35

This episode is a one parter! We are out of Europe for now and covering someone who pretty much everyone at least recognizes---The King himself, Elvis! So join us to look at his life--the good, the problematic, and of course, come to a conclusion on where he falls on our scale! Correction: Elvis' performance of "Hound Dog" is from his second appear…

1
Isabella of France: Part 2 1:04:45

3M ago1:04:45

1:04:45

We pick up the podcast after Isabella’s invasion of her husband’s kingdom. Dogs, beheadings, and fiscal irresponsibility follow…and at least one semi-believable conspiracy theory. Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Share your take! Persons of Interest From murderers to money launderers, thieves to thugs – police officers from the...…

1
Isabella of France: Part 1 1:18:36

4M ago1:18:36

1:18:36

Isabella of France: married at 12, sidelined by her husband's boyfriends, naked tent rescues, and eventually known as the she-wolf. Oh, and there's beheadings too! Plus our first "listener judgement!" Come along for the ride! Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Share your take! Persons of Interest From murderers to money launderers, …

1
Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 3 (Final) 1:33:06

4M ago1:33:06

1:33:06

Finally, it's the end of the series on Czarina Alexandra--WWI, more Rasputin, and of course the end of the Romanovs. How did Erin and I ultimately judge Alexandra? Listen to find out! Source: The Last Empress: The Life and Times of Alexandra Feodorovna, Tsarina of Russia by Greg King Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Share your tak…

1
Preview of Patreon Mini Episode! 2:37

4M ago2:37

2:37

Want to know what a mini episode is like on Patreon? We give a short start of one on Czarina Alexandra's sister Ella. Ella's life is filled with tragedies just as much as her sister's. Want to finish the episode? Join over on Patreon! Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Share your take! Support the show Instagram Patreon Buy Me a Cof…

1
Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 2 1:43:25

4M ago1:43:25

1:43:25

This is where things get even more interesting for Alexandra. There are minor conflicts, the 1905 revolution, Bloody Sunday, and the introduction of everyone's favorite wandering peasant with some amazing facial hair--Rasputin! Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Share your take! Persons of Interest From murderers to money launderers…

1
Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 1 1:28:00

4M ago1:28:00

1:28:00

Tsar Nicholas II...Rasputin...Anastasia. So many of us know these stories, but what about the mother at the center of it all? This week we focus on Empress/Tsarina Alexandra's early life. Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Share your take! Persons of Interest From murderers to money launderers, thieves to thugs – police officers fro…

1
Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy: Part 2 1:12:41

4M ago1:12:41

1:12:41

NOTE: if you downloaded within the hour we uploaded, we had a nice little cough drop moment that accidentally got left in. Sorry! It should be fixed :) We left off a few days ago with Part 1 ending with Carolyn and JFK Jr's wedding. What happens to Carolyn between that and the infamous plane crash? Does she deserve the vilification she gets from th…

1
Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy: Part 1 1:38:42

4M ago1:38:42

1:38:42

Maybe you've seen the tabloid photos or remember the hysteria around JFK Jr's bride. Or maybe you only know her from her fashion resurgence in the era of Tik Tok. But who is the real Carolyn Bassette-Kennedy? Part 1 covers her early years up until her wedding to JFK Jr. Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our take? Share your take! Persons of …

1
Typhoid Mary 57:56

5M ago57:56

57:56

Typhoid Mary is one of those ominous figures of the early 1900s, often seen as this devious woman almost purposefully infecting others in NYC. But Mary Mallon's story is more than just that. In the era of COVID, Typhoid Mary's story seems even more relevant. The question is...how does her public image compare to the reality? Is she the villain ever…

1
Special Episode: Justice Through a Queer Lens 43:22

4M ago43:22

43:22

Rami El Gharib (he/him) is a Lebanese Restorative Justice practitioner. Rami was born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon but moved to the United States in 2018 to escape the criminalization of homosexuality in his home country, and to pursue a master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at the University of New Haven. Rami serves as the …

1
John of Gaunt 1:16:06

5M ago1:16:06

1:16:06

NOTE: Gah, we know the audio is not great in this one! We’ve upgraded for future shows. But Erin is amazing at telling the story so still listen! Our show is back, hopefully from good from our hiatus with another fascinating figure from history, John of Gaunt. From peasant uprisings to men sleeping with the nannies (how original!), join Jamie as Er…

1
S2, Episode 7: Policy & Advocacy in Trying Times w/Dr. Teiahsha Bankhead & Ames Stenson 55:07

11M ago55:07

55:07

Most states now have legislation that endorses restorative justice. This episode explores questions such as: How important is legislation for restorative justice implementation? What can legislation provide? How does it limit or ensure best practice? What advocacy is needed to promote policy change? How can restorative justice practitioners and pro…

1
S2, Episode 6: From Cultural Competency to Cultural Humility w/Ish Orkar 40:38

11M ago40:38

40:38

In Colorizing Restorative Justice, practitioners of color relate their experiences in the field, examining the inherent contradiction of using these practices within Western, white dominant, settler societies. This episode will explore questions around how cultural competency can be prioritized in equitable systems design, including: How do we acco…

1
S2, Episode 5: Bias, Decision-Making, & Risk w/Seth Lennon Nguyen-Weiner & Richard Cruz 48:40

12M ago48:40

48:40

Around the United States, restorative justice programs establish different criteria for eligibility for restorative justice including the age of the responsible party, the willingness of the harmed party for the case to go through restorative justice, the type of offense, prior record, and more. There is also an extensive range of subjective measur…

1
S2, Episode 4: From Procedural Fairness to Procedural Justice w/Rami El Gharib & Jasmyn Story 54:48

12M ago54:48

54:48

Procedural justice concerns the fairness and transparency of the processes by which decisions are made, and may be contrasted with retributive justice (fairness in the punishment of wrongs). Allowing all parties to be heard before a decision is made is one step which may lead to a process being characterized and perceived as procedurally fair. Some…

1
S2, Episode 3: Making Research & Evaluation Real w/Dr. Anne Hobbs & Monica Miles-Steffens 49:06

12M ago49:06

49:06

Restorative justice researchers Heather Strang and Larry Sherman (2015) argue, “In the past two decades, restorative justice has been the subject of more rigorous criminological research than perhaps any other strategy for crime prevention and victim support.” But this growing empirical evidence does not always inform program design and implementat…

1
S2, Episode 2: Scaling Restorative Justice & Ensuring Program Fidelity w/Francisco Carbajal & Judge Michael Begert 44:50

12M ago44:50

44:50

Many restorative justice programs have been launched by people who are passionate and experienced restorative justice practitioners. They were careful to build their programs with great attention to detail and fidelity to best practices. But when they have tried to expand their programs to handle greater caseloads or across jurisdictions, they have…

1
S2, Episode 1: Defining Equitable Systems w/Jonathan Scharrer 43:52

12M ago43:52

43:52

Restorative justice processes and practices in the United States associated with all stages of the criminal legal system have grown exponentially over the last three decades. From community-based pilot programs to national technical assistance and training, the interest in restorative approaches has generated challenges and opportunities for system…

1
Richard Nixon 1:17:52

1+ y ago1:17:52

1:17:52

I know, I know....Richard Nixon?! In the grey?! Believe me, this is a controversial choice, but Jamie set out wanting to know if Nixon's reputation was everything that history has made him out to be--petty, racist, egotistical, willing to win no matter what. Come check out this episode to see if this reputation was well earned or if there is perhap…

1
Season 1, Episode 5: Who's In and Who's Out? Problematizing Peacemaking Circles in Diverse Classrooms w/Christina Parker 36:11

3y ago36:11

36:11

In this episode, hosts LTomay Douglas and Alanna Ojibway speak with Christina Parker, who is one author of the chapter “Who’s In and Who’s Out: Problematizing Peacemaking Circles in Diverse Classrooms” in Colorizing Restorative Justice. Christina’s work provides a critical lens of the way peacemaking circles in classrooms do not always provide a sa…

1
Season 1, Episode 4: Creating Safety for Ourselves w/Johonna McCants-Turner 44:29

3y ago44:29

44:29

In this episode, hosts LTomay Douglas and Alanna Ojibway speak with Dr. Johonna McCants-Turner about her journey from youth organizing to transformative justice and how listening to the lived experiences and wisdom of youth can provide some of the most valuable insight into the ways safety/justice are defined and approached. Johonna offers a critic…

1
Season 1, Episode 3: Undoing the First Harm: Settlers in Restorative Justice w/Edward Valandra 43:03

3y ago43:03

43:03

In this episode, hosts LTomay Douglas and Alanna Ojibway speak with Edward Valandra, Waŋbli Wapȟáha Hokšíla, who is both an author and editor for Colorizing Restorative Justice. His chapter, “Undoing the First Harm: Settlers in Restorative Justice,” gives voice to the need for settlers to recognize the ways that restorative justice too often fails …

1
Season 1, Episode 2: Co-opting Restorative Justice in Higher Education w/Dr. Desiree Anderson 32:04

3y ago32:04

32:04

In this episode, hosts LTomay Douglas and Alanna Ojibway speak with Dr. Desiree Anderson, who authored the chapter in Colorizing Restorative Justice titled “Co-opting Restorative Justice in Higher Education.” Desiree earned her Ph.D. from the University of New Orleans (UNO) and focused her research on the use of campus-based restorative justice app…

1
Season 1, Episode 1: Women Colorizing Restorative Justice in White-Led Institutions w/Rochelle Arms Almengor 40:50

3y ago40:50

40:50

In this episode, hosts LTomay Douglas and Alanna Ojibway speak with Rochelle Arms Almengor about her chapter in Colorizing Restorative Justice: "Women Colorizing Restorative Justice in White-Led Institutions." Rochelle’s research is rooted both in her own experience as an RJ coordinator working in predominantly White-led institutions, as well as ye…

1
MMA With Matt Jaggers 52:40

7y ago52:40

52:40

Chuck and Parker talk about the life of an MMA Athlete with Matt Jaggers former professional fighter.GO is live! http://faqfitnesspodcast.com/go8 free Linked PDF workouts Free to try!Tire flipping workout with Matt:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mGWRy54ki5gBy FAQ Fitness Podcast

1
4: Ketogenic Diet 50:04

8y ago50:04

50:04

Parker Lennon and Chuck Stach talk about their experience with the Ketogenic Diet, who it might benefit, how effective it is, and the scientific evidence that backs the claims. www.savagelifebarbellclub.com Discount: faqsave10 Add us to Facebook! /FAQFitnessPodcast Instagram: @ParkerLennon @StachTraining Sources: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/…

1
3: Occlusion, DMAA Comeback, Savage Life 37:02

8y ago37:02

37:02

Parker Lennon and Chuck Stach talk with guest Brandon Everhart about Savage Life Barbell Club. They also dive into the reemergence of DMAA in pre-workouts, and occlusion training. www.savagelifebarbellclub.com Discount: faqsave10 Add us to Facebook! /FAQFitnessPodcast Instagram: @ParkerLennon @StachTraining…

1
2: Accelerated fat burning,Travel Workouts,Ketogenic Diet, Meditation & More 59:38

8+ y ago59:38

59:38

Parker Lennon and Chuck Stach talk about their workouts during international travel with guest Craig Furnivall. They also dive into the rebranding of a low carb diets, Keto, Paleo, Atkins; which websites are credible; how meditation can reduce cortisol; tips for fat burning quickly; how to avoid hitting the workout wall. Parker Lennon: Sarasota.fit…

1
FAQ Fitness Podcast Episode:1 1:02:26

8+ y ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Parker Lennon and Chuck Stach embark on their first podcast episode. Answering frequently asked Fitness questions spanning the likes of: Intermittent Fasting, Occlusion training, keytogenic diet, fat burning, meal prep and more.

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Parker Lennon Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide