Best Jacob Roland Podcasts (2025)

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CLASSIC: The Curious Rise of SPAM 47:03

2d ago47:03

47:03

Nowadays the iconic 'SPAM' logo is recognized around the world -- whether you're traveling in the US state of Minnesota or Busan, Korea, you'll more often than not run into a couple of Spam cans in the local grocery store. But what made this particular processed meat so popular? Join Ben, Noel and special guest, Savor cohost Anney Reese as they exp…

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The Ridiclulous Hsitory of Typos 38:58

4d ago38:58

38:58

Ah, the bane of authors, students and copywriters the world round: the infamous typo! Something as small as a single misplaced letter can call the entire credibility of a book, text, or essay into question. Usually readers can still "get the gist," but every so often an innocent typo sows chaos, hilarity, scandal and disaster. In today's episode, B…

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Come For the Palooka, Stay For the Farts! 47:13

6d ago47:13

47:13

What on Earth is a "palooka"? In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max embark on a bizarre journey -- inspired by a single, fascinating word, they discover one of the weirdest, life-long beefs between two cartoonist legends of yesteryear. We don't want to spoil it, so please tune in! Also, the guys once again crack on James Joyce. See omnystudio.com/l…

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CLASSIC: The Origins Of, and Backlash Against, Father's Day 42:44

9d ago42:44

42:44

With another Father's Day in the books, Ben, Noel and Max hit the new studio for the first time, exploring the history of this paternal partner to the slightly-more famous Mother's Day. Featuring a cameo from the one and only Matt in this week's Classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Father's Day, Around the World 36:08

11d ago36:08

36:08

In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max discover stunning commonalities between Father's Day celebrations across culture, community, and time. We wrote that first sentence knowing our Dads will not read the rest, and we genuinely believe we have some good jokes with this one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The History of Morning Routines, Part Two: All Hail The Toothbrush! And Deodorant! 42:11

13d ago42:11

42:11

For most of us -- hopefully! -- dental care is a fundamental piece of the morning routine. There are few things quite as refreshing as starting the day with a fresh, minty smile. Then, of course, deodorant (please)! In the second part of the History of Morning Routines, Ben, Noel and Max give massive thanks to the many inventors of yesteryear who w…

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Scrub Circle: Breaking the silence to heal (Amy Stevenson S6E12) 39:57

13d ago39:57

39:57

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Amy Stevenson. Amy Stevenson is a seasoned emergency nursing professional with a dynamic background spanning roles as an EMT, 911 dispatcher, ER/ICU nurse, and flight nurse. She earned her BSN in 2012 and her MSN as a Family Nurse Practitioner in 2020 from South College, where she…

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CLASSIC: The Smooth-talking Takeover of Tabor Bridge: "Yes And-ing" Your Way To Victory 31:21

16d ago31:21

31:21

In 1805, two French Marshals found themselves in quite a pickle -- Jean Lannes and Joachim Murat needed to cross the Danube at the Tabor bridge (a series of three bridges, actually) to reach Vienna. However, Austrian forces held the bridges and were prepared to destroy them before allowing the French to cross. With a brilliant talent for improvisat…

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Access Granted: Live from Identiverse w/ Roland Baum & Gerry Gebel - Ep.14 55:56

17d ago55:56

55:56

Emme and David welcome Roland Baum (Founder, umbrella.associates GmbH) and Gerry Gebel (VP Product & Standards, Strata Identity), live from Identiverse25 in Las Vegas! The gang talks about this year's event and the hot topics and panel sessions, what vendors are saying, and what they are seeing in the market. In this episode: Hot topics at Identive…

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CLASSIC: History's Coolest (Non-Human) Political Candidates, Part I 54:51

18d ago54:51

54:51

It's no secret that politics can be a minefield of quirky events, and strange things happen in the lead up to elections. But just how strange can it get? Join the guys and returning guest Christopher Hassiotis as they explore bizarre tales of non-human politicians in this special Classic episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The History of Morning Routines, Part One: Thank Goodness People Learned to Wash Themselves 34:35

20d ago34:35

34:35

Regardless of culture or country, most people have some sort of morning routine. This could be a simple as a shower, a shave and brushing one's teeth -- on the other hand, some morning routines are elaborate affairs requiring an hour or more of careful grooming, mousiturizing, meditation, and more. So where do these rituals come from? In the first …

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CLASSIC: Attack of the Aswang: How the CIA Used Vampires as Weapons of War 31:26

23d ago31:26

31:26

Horror fans can tell you there's more than one type of vampire -- in fact, there are hundreds of vampire-like fiends in cultures around the world. In most cases these are dismissed as spooky stories for children or ancient myths, but when the CIA needed to oust a group of Communist rebels in the Philippines, they decided to make the myth of the Asw…

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The Ridiculous -- and Surprisingly Dangerous -- History of Hair Dye 45:18

25d ago45:18

45:18

Whether we're talking jet black, stunning platinum or fire engine red, there's just something fascinating about hair as a fashion statement. And, of course, forms of hair dye have been used since antiquity to help people maintain a youthful appearance... even when the ingredients caused tremendous physical harm. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Ma…

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Episode 347 - Survivor 48 Post Mortem 1:09:28

27d ago1:09:28

1:09:28

The fellas gathered for their annual Post Survivor season thoughts and breakdown!By Jacob Roland

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Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: That Super Humble Statue of Zeus 35:07

27d ago35:07

35:07

Statues are sort of a big deal. Even today, most folks you meet don't have a statue of themselves. So it comes as no surprise that back in the day, one statue in particular became a wonder of the ancient world. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max explore the story of Zeus. (Ben here: I need everyone to know we are not talking about the origins of…

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CLASSIC: Who are the Hartlepudlian Monkey Hangers? 34:21

27d ago34:21

34:21

Years ago, if you wanted to start a fight in Hartlepool in north eastern England, all you'd have to do is start calling people 'monkey hangers'. But why? Join the guys as they explore how the Napoleonic War, a terrified village and one incredibly unlucky monkey collided -- allegedly -- in one of the most ridiculous events of its time. See omnystudi…

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The little things that sneak up on you (Erin Montgomery S6E11) 55:11

27d ago55:11

55:11

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Erin Montgomery. Currently serving as a transport RN for Riley Hospital for Children's pediatric/neonatal specialty team in Indianapolis, Erin is passionate about improving pediatric emergency care through education and outreach. She played a key role in establishing the Pediatric…

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HP Lovecraft Was A Super Weird Dude, Part Two: The Horror Stories That Changed The World 56:04

1M ago56:04

56:04

Newly inspired by his recent associations in amateur magazine circles, HP Lovecraft returns to fiction. In the second part of this series, Ben, Max and special guest Jonathan Strickland witness Lovecraft's work building a mythos with his friends and collaborators, his love life, his tragedies and triumphs. Also his strange hatred of so many things …

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HP Lovecraft Was A Super Weird Dude, Part One: Childhood Tragedy 52:59

1M ago52:59

52:59

Love him or hate him, there's no denying that Howard Phillips Lovecraft fundamentally altered the course of horror and speculative fiction. So how did he become one of the most influential authors in all of horror history? In the first part of this special two-part episode, Ben and Max welcome returning guest Jonathan Strickland for an exploration …

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CLASSIC: William Walker: Filibuster and (Fantastically Bad) President 42:22

1M ago42:22

42:22

In today's Classic episode, Ben, Noel, Casey In Spirit and Max explore a bizarrely American story. The adventurer and filibuster William Walker was, in his heyday, lauded as an American hero for his repeated failed invasions of areas of Mexico and Nicaragua. But what led this man on a fanatical mission to invade these regions? Perhaps more importan…

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Accidental Inventions of the 20th Century, Part Two: The Slinky and the Post-it Note 37:48

1M ago37:48

37:48

While things like the Slinky and the Post-it Note may seem pretty ubiquitous, simple ideas today, they each have their own bizarre accidental origin story. In the second part of this week's two-part series, Ben, Noel and Max dive into the stories of military coil research and a tenacious 3M employee nicknamed "Mr. Persistent." See omnystudio.com/li…

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Accidental Inventions of the 20th Century, Part One: Penicillin, X-Rays and the Microwave Oven 42:57

1M ago42:57

42:57

Humans have always been compelled by curiosity -- sometimes, this leads to misfortune, but other times... curiosity and accident can also lead to world-changing innovations. In part one of this week's special two-part series, Ben, Noel and Max explore the origin stories of history's greatest accidental inventions, from penicillin to the microwave o…

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Life moves pretty fast-so does certification (Amy Grand S6E10) 45:27

1M ago45:27

45:27

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Amy Grand. Amy Grand is a passionate credentialing specialist with over 20 years of experience in high-stakes licensure and certification exams. In her role at BCEN, Amy leads the development and oversight of six national nursing specialty certifications, supporting more than 60,0…

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CLASSIC: Lawsonomy: How the Father of the Modern Airline Started His Own Religion 51:46

1M ago51:46

51:46

When middling baseball player Alfred Lawson first learned of the Wright Brothers, he experienced a revelation that would guide the greater part of his life: Aviation, he believed, was the future of more than just transit -- it would become one of the most important advances in the history of the human race. Lawson, brimming with confidence and char…

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Did Pirates Really Ruin the US Dream of the Metric System? 36:40

2M ago36:40

36:40

Why is the United States so culturally opposed to the metric system? According to a popular legend, this conundrum dates back to the late 1700s, when a French polymath named Joseph Dombey sailed to Thomas Jefferson with two crucial artifacts: a rod measuring exactly one meter, and a copper cylinder weighing one kilogram, set to bring the new nation…

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Yet More Ridiculous Historical Honorifics: Ethelred Just Ain't Ready 42:10

2M ago42:10

42:10

Have you been blessed -- or, perhaps, cursed -- with a nickname that just won't go away? Some of most terrifying, inspiring and ridiculous figures in human history are in the same boat. Join Ben, Noel and Max as they return to their continuing series on Ridiculous Historical Honorifics, exploring the stories of Charles the Bald, Ethelred the Unread…

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CLASSIC: A Dead Pope Goes To Court 27:26

2M ago27:26

27:26

The Catholic Church is no stranger to scandal and controversy, but in January of 897 the institution was home to a new and unique scandal that put the garden variety tales of adultery and financial corruption to shame. Listen in to learn what drove Pope Stephen VI (also sometimes called Pope Steven VII) to dig up one of his predecessors and put the…

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History's Most Ridiculous Clothing, with AJ Jacobs: Part Two 36:34

2M ago36:34

36:34

What's the weirdest pair of shoes you've ever seen? If you were King, would you force everyone else to be shorter than you? In the second part of this week's special two-part episode, returning guest AJ "Bahamas" Jacobs, creator of "The Puzzler," regales the gang with a wide-ranging exploration of history's most ridiculous clothing. See omnystudio.…

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Mastering ALFA: Policy Authoring Made Simple - ep.13 43:48

2M ago43:48

43:48

David and Emme are joined by Mark Berg, Principal Architect at Axiomatics, for a hands-on episode of Dynamically Speaking! In this special installment, the trio dives into the practical side of policy creation using Abbreviated Language for Authorization (ALFA). Whether you're new to ALFA or looking to sharpen your skills, this episode offers a vis…

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Episode 346 - Post NFL Draft 2025 Edition 1:10:54

2M ago1:10:54

1:10:54

Tradition continues as we discuss all our thoughts on the Carolina Panthers 2025 NFL Draft Picks, plus any surprises throughout the weekend!By Jacob Roland

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History's Most Ridiculous Clothing, with AJ Jacobs: Part One 29:12

2M ago29:12

29:12

It's no secret that history is filled with relatively arbitrary fashion rules, fads and faux pas -- and what may be hot stuff in one era often ends up being seen as cringeworthy in later years. But how ridiculous does clothing of yesteryear get? In part one of this week's special two-part series, Ben, Noel and Max welcome their returning guest, the…

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The secret is to adjust your sails (Harriet Hawkins S6E9) 44:42

2M ago44:42

44:42

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Harriet Hawkins Harriet Hawkins is a nurse whose remarkable career in healthcare spans over five decades. Harriet began her journey in psychiatry in 1969 before moving into adult critical care and emergency medicine. In 1982, she joined Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago—now …

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CLASSIC: War and Candy: The Infamous Tootsie Roll Air Drop 33:28

2M ago33:28

33:28

During the battle of the Chosin Reservoir during the Korean War, the First Marine Division seemed doomed. Surrounded, outnumbered, outgunned and running dangerously low on ammunition, the Marines called for an airdrop of ammo only to receive... pallets of tootsie rolls. Over the next two bloody, violent weeks these tiny candies turned out be much m…

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A Ridiculous History of Tupperware 45:06

2M ago45:06

45:06

Burrrrp! The sound is familiar to any fan of Tupperware -- it's that little whoosh of air when you push down the lid and remove excess air. But what exactly is Tupperware? How did it become such an ubiquitous part of U.S. kitchens? In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max dive deep into the surprisingly dramatic rise of Tupperware... and how the unsun…

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Episode 345 - Annual Pre NFL Draft Discussion 2025 Version 1:31:41

2M ago1:31:41

1:31:41

The boys kept the tradition alive, going on 10 years of Pre Draft Breakdowns. Here's the 2025 take on what we think will happen. Happy, Sad, Hot Takes, Pipe dreams, & more!By Jacob Roland

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Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - Mausoleum at Halicarnassus 38:32

2M ago38:32

38:32

Like most rulers of old, Mausolus wasn't exactly known for his modesty. In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max continue their exploration of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World with the story of a tomb so opulent that humans ended up making a brand-new word to describe it: the Mausolem (at Halicarnassus). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…

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CLASSIC: The Man Who Assassinated Abe Lincoln's Assassin 34:56

2M ago34:56

34:56

On April 14th, 1865, John Wilkes Booth assassinated President Abraham Lincoln in Ford's theatre, escaping shortly thereafter and going on the run. The Federal troops in pursuit of the assassin had orders to bring Booth and any of his conspirators back alive. For most of the soldiers, this wasn't a problem. However, Boston Corbett felt he answered t…

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Paul Is Dead, Part Two: Welcome to the Walrus 45:09

2M ago45:09

45:09

After a US-based college student pens a satirical article exploring hippy folklore and the Beatles, mainstream media takes off -- "Is Paul McCartney actually dead?" they ask, in a growing fever pitch. In part two of this series, Ben, Noel and Max explore the continuing saga of the greatest conspiracy theory in all of modern music. See omnystudio.co…

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Paul Is Dead, Part One: The Beatles versus MI5 50:46

2M ago50:46

50:46

It's one of the greatest conspiracy theories in all of modern music -- what if, at the height of their success, the world famous Beatles suddenly lost Paul McCartney? As the theory goes, Paul Prime actually died in a car accident in November of 1966. With millions of fans -- and dollars! -- on the line, the remaining Beatles and MI5 conspired to co…

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Building a legacy one day at a time (Kathy Mace S6E8) 39:22

2M ago39:22

39:22

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Kathy Mace. With over four decades of experience in emergency nursing, Kathy Mace brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to supporting ED and burn nurses. Beginning her career as a nurse extern in 1976, she spent 33 years in the emergency department, working both at the bedsi…

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CLASSIC: The Cock Lane Ghost: Haunting, Hoax, Hysteria… or Hilarious? 39:34

2M ago39:34

39:34

In 1762, crowds from across London gathered in hopes of seeing something the papers called "The Cock Lane Ghost". This alleged spirit was known to communicate in knocks and scratches, reacting to yes or no questions and, according to some observers, seeking justice from beyond the grave. But who was this spirit, exactly? What did this poltergeist h…

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CLASSIC: Roland the Farter and the Weird World of Professional Flatulence 34:32

2M ago34:32

34:32

Regardless of what polite societies often want us to believe, everyone farts. And we fart often! And, believe it or not, a few rare individuals have been able to turn this embarrassing bodily function into a full-time job. Join Ben and Noel as they explore the weird, weird world of professional flatulence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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CLASSIC: Gregor MacGregor Invented a Country and Convinced People to Invest in It 57:05

3M ago57:05

57:05

When His Serene Highness Gregor the First, Sovereign Prince of the State of Poyais and its Dependencies, and Cacique of the Poyer nation visited London, he made a huge impression. Hundreds of people jumped at the chance to buy land in his remote, Central American paradise. There was only one problem -- the Cacique, whose real name was Gregor Macgre…

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CLASSIC: Angry Feds and Deadly Booze: The Story of the Chemists' War 29:24

3M ago29:24

29:24

From 1920 to 1933, the U.S. government attempted to ban (recreational) alcohol throughout the nation. In a stunning -- we're being sarcastic here -- turn of events, people circumvented the law and found ways to keep drinking and organized crime blossomed in cities across the country. Listen in to learn just how far Uncle Sam was willing to go to st…

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We're Late for the April Fools' Episode 42:58

3M ago42:58

42:58

Have you ever fallen for an April Fools' Day gag? Across the world, millions of people pull (hopefully wholesome) pranks on each other every April 1st in a celebration of practical jokes and trickery. But where did this holiday actually come from? In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max dive into this surprisingly murky history of April Fools' Day. S…

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The Ridiculous History of Vending Machines 1:02:21

3M ago1:02:21

1:02:21

Pretty much everyone in the developed world is familiar with vending machines these days -- you see them in all sorts of places, selling all sorts of things. But where did they come from? What's the weirdest stuff sold via vending machine? In today's episode, Ben, Noel and Max explore the surprisingly ancient concept of automated product dispensers…

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Living life by a compass, not a clock (Steven Talbot S6E7) 40:27

3M ago40:27

40:27

In this podcast episode we want to introduce you to our BCEN friend, Steven Talbot. Steven Talbot is a seasoned healthcare leader with 26 years of experience in emergency, trauma, flight nursing, administration, education, and paramedicine. As a Professional Practice Leader at Houston Methodist Willowbrook, he oversees the Emergency and Neuroscienc…

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CLASSIC: Fanny and Stella: The Cross-Dressing Scandal of Victorian England 36:13

3M ago36:13

36:13

In April of 1870, a shocking court case captivated Victorian England: Fanny and Stella, also known as Frederick Park and Ernest Boulton, were arrested after attending a play at The Strand (in what was then considered inappropriate dress) and held on suspicion of violating the moral codes of the time. Listen in to learn more about the absurd legal w…

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Badass of the Week, with Ben Thompson - Part 2: the Battle of Karánsebes 43:31

3M ago43:31

43:31

As Europe increasingly freaks out about the expansion of the Ottoman Empire, a ragtag crew of guys who ordinarily hate each other band together for common cause and GUESS WHAT -- it goes cartoonishly wrong. In the second part of this two-part series, the guys hang with Ben Thompson, the creator of Badass of the Week, as he breaks down the most ridi…

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Badass of the Week, with Ben Thompson - Part 1: History's Most Ridiculous Friendly-fire Incident 37:13

3M ago37:13

37:13

War has always been a chaotic, messy endeavor -- and, sometimes, it's downright ridiculous. In this week's special two-part series, the guys welcome returning special guest Ben Thompson, creator of Badass of the Week, to learn more about the bizarre turn of events that led to the Battle of Karánsebes. In part one, Ben introduces the gang to the leg…

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