Best Joystickin Podcasts (2024)

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Josef Mencik (where the tanks at?) 1:02:12

8d ago1:02:12

1:02:12

This week, we discuss Josef Mencik, aka The Last Knight, who stood up against Germany tanks (while wearing a suit of armor) when they invaded Czechoslovakia in 1938. And...we're joined by our longtime co-host, Mark!By HOOT Studios

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Superstitions - Part 1 (thorny issue) 1:11:56

22d ago1:11:56

1:11:56

This week, we start a new anthology series...all about superstitions! Break a leg...By HOOT Studios

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REPOST: Battle of Gettysburg (peanut soup) 1:14:07

29d ago1:14:07

1:14:07

This week, while Dave is on a trip to Gettysburg, we revisit our episode about the battle for which the town is known.By HOOT Studios

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Atlantis - Part 2 (dropides nutz) 1:31:37

2M ago1:31:37

1:31:37

This week, we return to our discussion of pseudoscience and Atlantis and firmly blame this nonsense on the likes of Ignatius Donnelly and Edgar Cayce.By HOOT Studios

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Atlantis - Part 1 (friend zone academy) 1:17:23

2M ago1:17:23

1:17:23

This week, we start our discussion of Atlantis by talking about pseudosciences and Plato's origin of the myth.By HOOT Studios

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Play - Interview with Joe S (you could get a big straw) 56:56

2M ago56:56

56:56

This week, we're doing someting a little different - an interview with our friend Joe about what children can learn from the act of play (something we discussed during our episode on toys). Longtime listeners will remember Joe as a founding host of our podcast, and he is now pursuing a doctoral degree in education, which makes him a perfect person …

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REPOST: Nazis and the Occult (Nazis and the Occult (disaffected sad lonely white men that are looking for something to cling to) 1:37:27

3M ago1:37:27

1:37:27

This week, we need a short break to catch up on a few things so we're revisiting our episode about Nazis and the occult. We'll be back with a new episode on May 4!By HOOT Studios

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Bacon's Rebellion (bacon grease enema) 1:05:27

3M ago1:05:27

1:05:27

This week, we discuss Bacon's Rebellion - an armed rebellion held by Virginia settlers that took place from 1676 to 1677 (or so says Wikipedia). We say, it's an example o two jerks turning their issues into everyone's problem...and with disastrous consequences.By HOOT Studios

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Idioms - Part 6 (joystickin' bare-assed) 1:06:47

4M ago1:06:47

1:06:47

This week, we return to our ongoing series about idioms and discuss the origins of another set of commonly used phrases.By HOOT Studios

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Anti-Saloon League - interview with Kathryn Kaslow from Westerville History Museum (Partreon teaser) 19:30

4M ago19:30

19:30

This week, we present to you a sample of the exclusive content available to our Patreon supporters - an interview with Kathryn Kaslow from the Westerville History Museum. Revisiting our Prohibition episodes, we discuss the Anti-Saloon League and its connection to Westerville, Ohio.By HOOT Studios

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Leonardo da Vinci (invented the beef n' cheddar) 1:14:31

5M ago1:14:31

1:14:31

This week, we discuss the life and achievements of the ultimate Renaissance Man, Leonardo da Vinci...and the curious story of what happened to his remains.By HOOT Studios

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Phrenology (lump) 1:11:06

5M ago1:11:06

1:11:06

This week, we discuss the infamous pseudoscience called phrenology - the prediction of mental traits by measuring bumps on the skull.By HOOT Studios

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Prohibition - Part 2 (scofflaws) 1:15:33

6M ago1:15:33

1:15:33

This week, we conclude our series on Prohibition by discussing its effect on bar culture, its connection to organized crime, and its repeal in 1933. Drink up!By HOOT Studios

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Prohibition - Part 1 (wets) 1:11:21

6M ago1:11:21

1:11:21

This week, we discuss the events that lead up to the prohibition of alcohol in the United States with the 18th Ammendment. Get ready for dry January. And...our Pateron is official active! patreon.com/anhourofourtimepodcastBy HOOT Studios

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REPOST: New Year’s Traditions (scottish fever) 54:18

7M ago54:18

54:18

We're taking a short break for the holidays and will be back with a new episode on January 12. In the meantime, enjoy our episode on New Year's Traditions!By HOOT Studios

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Toys (balls) 1:21:39

7M ago1:21:39

1:21:39

This week, just in time for Christmas, we're discussing toys - their history, their sometimes dangerous results, and why humans (and other animals) play with them.By HOOT Studios

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Attack on Pearl Harbor (black tears) 1:19:33

7M ago1:19:33

1:19:33

This week, for its 82nd anniversary, we discuss the military attack by Japan on the American naval base at Pearl Harbor.By HOOT Studios

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Cooking Techniques (chef hands) 1:25:56

8M ago1:25:56

1:25:56

This week, we are joined by Leanna Buker (Dave's wife and professional cook) to discuss cooking history and techniques. Bon appetit!By HOOT Studios

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Brotherhood of the Wolf (An Hour of Our Time...goes to the movies) 1:19:31

8M ago1:19:31

1:19:31

Surprise...new episode! This week, we're trying something new - discussing a movie that is relevant to one of our past episodes. In this case, we're discussing Brotherhood of the Wolf, which focuses on the story of the Beast of Gévaudan (covered in our 2021 Werewolves episode). As mentioned, we are launching a Patreon soon, and this is an example o…

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REPOST: Werewolves (only Bob Seger can kill them) 1:12:54

9M ago1:12:54

1:12:54

HAPPY HALLOWEEN - we are reposting our 2021 episode about werewolves to prepare you for an upcoming new episode. Pay close attention to the section about the Beast of Gévaudan - a series of strange animal attacks that occured in France in the 1760s.By HOOT Studios

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Candy (soft crack) 1:10:25

9M ago1:10:25

1:10:25

This week, just in time for Halloween, we discuss candy - its history and how it's made!By HOOT Studios

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Assassination of Franz Ferdinand (the Balkans were a powder keg) 1:10:19

9M ago1:10:19

1:10:19

This week, we discuss the Assassination of Franz Ferdinand - the event that sparked World War 1.By HOOT Studios

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Roadside Attractions (the one that Weird Al sings about) 1:06:47

10M ago1:06:47

1:06:47

This week, we discuss the history of roadside attractions - their rise/fall and why Joe has visited so many.By HOOT Studios

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Le Mans Disaster (human like to go fast) 1:13:47

10M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

This week, we discuss the Le Mans disaster - the 1955 car racing accident that claimed over 80 lives.By HOOT Studios

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Idioms - Part 5 (flexin' my jerk brain) 1:05:19

11M ago1:05:19

1:05:19

This week, we return to one of our favorite topics...idioms! We'll discuss the origins and meanings of some common phrases.By HOOT Studios

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Episode 200 (the clock is ticking) 1:15:46

12M ago1:15:46

1:15:46

This week, we celebrate our 200th episode with a retrospective - we'll answer some listener questions, as well as some of our own.By HOOT Studios

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Nuremberg Trials (oops all war crimes) 1:10:35

12M ago1:10:35

1:10:35

This week, we discuss the Nuremberg Trials - the World War 2 events culminating in the trials, the people involved, and the impact.By HOOT Studios

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Battle of Gettysburg (peanut soup) 1:13:27

1y ago1:13:27

1:13:27

This week, we discuss the Battle of Gettysburg - the events of the American Civil War that lead to the battle, the battle itself, and efforts to preserve the battlefield. Get yourself some peanut soup and enjoy!By HOOT Studios

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Extremophiles (rusticles) 1:08:38

1y ago1:08:38

1:08:38

This week, we discuss organisms that survive in the most extreme of conditions - extremophiles!By HOOT Studios

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Cola Wars (pemberton's french wine coca nerve tonic) 1:16:39

1y ago1:16:39

1:16:39

This week, we discuss the battle between Coca-Cola and Pepsi, focusing mainly on the Pepsi Challenge, New Coke, and the other marketing efforts that defined the soda industry. You'll also learn a bit about Royal Crown Cola...because why not?By HOOT Studios

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Short-Lived Inventions (pedestrian safety device) 1:01:59

1y ago1:01:59

1:01:59

This week, we discuss short-lived inventions - those that were too expensive, too weird, or that just outlived their usefulness. Crack open a can of New Coke!By HOOT Studios

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Cinco de Mayo (problematic capitalist boondoggle) 51:28

1y ago51:28

51:28

This week, we discuss the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo, focusing on the Battle of Puebla (1862) that it commemorates.By HOOT Studios

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Doolittle Raid (Happy Easter, Hitler) 1:05:19

1+ y ago1:05:19

1:05:19

This week, we discuss the Doolittle Raid - the April 1942 bombing raid by the United States on multiple Japanese citites.By HOOT Studios

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Tutankhamun - Part 2 (Ken Shamrock's hair) 1:04:27

1+ y ago1:04:27

1:04:27

This week, we conclude our discussion of Tutankhamun and focus on the discovery of his tomb by Howard Carter. Don't get cursed.By HOOT Studios

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Tutankhamun - Part 1 (dumb luck) 1:12:28

1+ y ago1:12:28

1:12:28

This week, we discuss Tutankhamun - his time as pharaoh, the circumstances of his death, and some of the details of his tomb.By HOOT Studios

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Chain Restaurants (i got my hand stuck in a glue trap at an Applebee’s) 1:14:49

1+ y ago1:14:49

1:14:49

This week, we discuss the history and business practices of some of the most popular chain restaurants. When you're here, you're family.By HOOT Studios

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Area 51 (big if true) 1:10:58

1+ y ago1:10:58

1:10:58

This week, we discuss the conspiracy theories and truths of Area 51. Get ready to hear about some cool airplanes.By HOOT Studios

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Assassination of William the Silent (habsburg jaw) 1:04:38

1+ y ago1:04:38

1:04:38

This week, we discuss the assassination of William the Silent by Balthasar Gerard - the first assassination of a head of state by firearm - and Gerard's horrific torture and execution.By HOOT Studios

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Magic (get that bag) 1:16:39

1+ y ago1:16:39

1:16:39

This week, we discuss magic - the history of performance magic, how some popular tricks are performed, and how magicians spawned scientific skepticism.By HOOT Studios

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Christmas Truce (prisoner's dilemma) 1:03:43

1+ y ago1:03:43

1:03:43

This week, just in time for Christmas, we discuss the Christmas Truce of 1914 - the beginning of World War 1, how the truce happened, and its legacy. Peace on Earth, for a very briefy moment. Happy Christmas.By HOOT Studios

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Soccer (hand stuff) 1:10:30

1+ y ago1:10:30

1:10:30

This week, as the 2022 World Cup draws to a close, we discuss the history of soccer (football) and the issues associated with the current tournament.By HOOT Studios

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REPOST: Thanksgiving (a firmly american bird) 1:07:07

1+ y ago1:07:07

1:07:07

We're taking a short break and will be back in a few weeks...but in the meantime, enjoy our 2018 episode about Thanksgiving!By HOOT Studios

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Idioms - Part 4 (pulling the leathers) 1:07:42

1+ y ago1:07:42

1:07:42

This week, we return to one of our favorite topics...idioms! We'll discuss the origins and meanings of some popular (and antiquated) language.By HOOT Studios

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Mesoamerican Civilizations (where the gold at?) 1:08:23

1+ y ago1:08:23

1:08:23

This week, we attempt to provide a chronologically accurate overview of the history of Mesoamerican Civilizations (Maya, Aztec, Zapotec, Toltec, and more).By HOOT Studios

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Urban Legends - Part 2 (all spooked out) 1:08:59

1+ y ago1:08:59

1:08:59

This week, we return to the topic of urban legends and discuss examples from the world of video games, how they relate to creepypasta, and how to avoid falling victim to these apocryphal stories. Happy Halloween!By HOOT Studios

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Urban Legends - Part 1 (hacksaw jim duggan) 1:15:53

2y ago1:15:53

1:15:53

This week, as Halloween approaches, we focus on urban legends. What is an urban legend? Do they have a kernel of truth? We'll get into it. And we'll be back again for part 2.By HOOT Studios

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The Future of Space Exploration (looks kind of like a boob) 1:04:37

2y ago1:04:37

1:04:37

This week, we talk about NASA's Artemis and Orion missions and the future of space exploration.By HOOT Studios

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National Delicacies - Part 2 (cheesy beefy flaps) 1:03:12

2y ago1:03:12

1:03:12

This week, we revisit the topic of national delicacies and discuss interesting dishes from around the world.By HOOT Studios

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REPOST: Nazi Hunters (another kind of heavy episode) 1:25:41

2y ago1:25:41

1:25:41

This week, we follow our recent Nazis and the Occult episode by reposting our 2018 episode on Nazi Hunters. Not only is it one of favorite episodes, it is also our most downloaded episode of all time!By HOOT Studios