Parhaat Jamie & Erin Poljanac Podcastit (2024)

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Caterina Sforza: Part 3 1:23:26

2h ago1:23:26

1:23:26

In our final episode on the Tigress of Forli, Caterina Sforza, we will conclude the rest of Caterina's exciting life--more assassinations, more himbos, the first appearance of syphilis, and plenty of female rage follows! Oh, and Cesare Borgia makes his long awaited appearance like a horror movie villain. Tell us your thoughts! Do you agree with our…

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Caterina Sforza: Part 2 1:06:06

10d ago1:06:06

1:06:06

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…

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Caterina Sforza: Part 1 1:01:53

24d ago1:01:53

1:01:53

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…

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John Lennon 1:38:17

30d ago1:38:17

1:38:17

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…

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Emperor Claudius 1:30:01

1M ago1:30:01

1:30:01

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…

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🔒 Patreon Only: Casting Attractive Men as Questionable/Bad People & Consuming True Crime Media 41:49

1M ago41:49

41:49

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…

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P.T. Barnum 1:02:18

2M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

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…

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Wernher Von Braun: Part 2 1:51:06

2M ago1:51:06

1:51:06

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…

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Operation Paperclip Mini-sode 32:57

2M ago32:57

32:57

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! Cold Case Western Australia They're the crimes t…

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Wernher Von Braun: Part 1 1:18:59

2M ago1:18:59

1:18:59

"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…

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Bonnie Parker: Part 3 (Final) 1:13:10

3M ago1:13:10

1:13:10

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 …

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Jane Boleyn: Part 2 (Final) 1:59:55

3M ago1:59:55

1:59:55

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…

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Bonnie Parker: Part 2 1:58:23

3M ago1:58:23

1:58:23

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…

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Bonnie Parker: Part 1 1:00:29

3M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

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…

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Jane Boleyn: Part 1 1:31:14

3M ago1:31:14

1:31:14

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, …

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Elvis Presley 1:34:55

3M ago1:34:55

1:34:55

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…

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Isabella of France: Part 2 1:04:05

4M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

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! Support the show Instagram Patreon Buy Me a Coffee (one time support) TikTok Show website If you have …

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Isabella of France: Part 1 1:17:56

4M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

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! Support the show Instagram Patreon Buy Me a Coffee (one …

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Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 3 (Final) 1:32:26

4M ago1:32:26

1:32:26

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…

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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…

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Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 2 1:42:45

4M ago1:42:45

1:42:45

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! Support the show Instagram Patreon Buy Me a Coffee (on…

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Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 1 1:27:20

4M ago1:27:20

1:27:20

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! Support the show Instagram Patreon Buy Me a Coffee (one time support) TikTok Show website If y…

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Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy: Part 2 1:12:01

4M ago1:12:01

1:12:01

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…

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Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy: Part 1 1:38:02

4M ago1:38:02

1:38:02

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! Support the…

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Typhoid Mary 57:15

5M ago57:15

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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…

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John of Gaunt 1:15:26

5M ago1:15:26

1:15:26

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…

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Richard Nixon 1:17:12

1+ y ago1:17:12

1:17:12

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…

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Ambivalent Offenders: Re-Examining History’s Most Questionable Figures

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Caterina Sforza: Part 3 1:23:26

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Caterina Sforza: Part 2 1:06:06

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Caterina Sforza: Part 1 1:01:53

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John Lennon 1:38:17

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Emperor Claudius 1:30:01

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🔒 Patreon Only: Casting Attractive Men as Questionable/Bad People & Consuming True Crime Media 41:49

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P.T. Barnum 1:02:18

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Wernher Von Braun: Part 2 1:51:06

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Operation Paperclip Mini-sode 32:57

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Wernher Von Braun: Part 1 1:18:59

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Bonnie Parker: Part 3 (Final) 1:13:10

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Jane Boleyn: Part 2 (Final) 1:59:55

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Bonnie Parker: Part 2 1:58:23

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Bonnie Parker: Part 1 1:00:29

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Jane Boleyn: Part 1 1:31:14

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Elvis Presley 1:34:55

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Isabella of France: Part 2 1:04:05

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Isabella of France: Part 1 1:17:56

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Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 3 (Final) 1:32:26

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Preview of Patreon Mini Episode! 2:37

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Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 2 1:42:45

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Czarina Alexandra Feodorovna Romanova: Part 1 1:27:20

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Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy: Part 2 1:12:01

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Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy: Part 1 1:38:02

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Typhoid Mary 57:15

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John of Gaunt 1:15:26

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Richard Nixon 1:17:12

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