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A podcast in which two sisters geek out about their favorite moments in history.
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Monday Mar 08, 2021
Monday Mar 08, 2021
It's March, so naturally, we're ready to talk all things Irish! This week, we learn about the seafaring, swashbuckling Pirate Queen of Ireland, Grace O'Malley.
Monday Feb 15, 2021
Monday Feb 15, 2021
We continue our Black History Month episodes this week, as we learn all about one of the greatest musicians of all time, Nina Simone. An artist, an activist, and frankly, a bit of a genius.
Monday Feb 01, 2021
Monday Feb 01, 2021
We begin Black History Month by learning all about self-made millionaire, absolute boss Madam C. J. Walker. A brilliant business woman and self-care queen, Madam C. J. Walker opened the door for so many Black and female entrepreneurs.
Monday Jan 18, 2021
Monday Jan 18, 2021
This week, we learn about the Post-Impressionist artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Apologies for the audio issues at the beginning of the episode, we promise they don't last long!
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
It's the first episode of 2021! Get ready to get extra credit in your lit classes, cause we're learning all about Emily Dickinson and how she was definitely a lesbian.
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
It's another RTT Holiday Special! This year, we're learning about Christmas Day events. Amanda teaches us about The Christmas Truce of 1914, and the first performance of Silent Night. Anna teaches us all about Washington Crossing the Delaware, and Apollo 8 orbiting the moon!
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
Tuesday Dec 08, 2020
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders. If you are struggling with an eating disorder or body image issues, call or text the National Eating Disorders Association hotline at 1-800-931-2237. For crisis situations, text “NEDA” to 741741 to be connected with the Crisis Text Line.
This week, we learn about the People's Princess, Diana. Queen of charitable causes, fashion icon, and international treasure.
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
This week, we learn all about Amanda's favorite cryptid, and the history behind it: Mothman. We also do a lot of rambling about West Virginia. You know us.
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
He was a cartoonist, a writer and producer of military films during WWII, and he basically taught us all how to read. Let's learn about Dr. Seuss!
Monday Oct 26, 2020
Monday Oct 26, 2020
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of mental illness, as well as descriptions of abuse that may be upsetting for some listeners.
This week, Amanda tells us all about the history of Bedlam. Creepy statues and absurd practices. No wonder "bedlam" means chaos.