Beyond Reproach is a comedic history podcast about scandals and scandalousness in politics and government. Each episode, hosts Stephanie & Tux explore the sordid stories of America's past, all while drinking heavily, talking too much, and generally making fools of themselves. They hope that these stories entertain you, teach you a thing or two, and maybe even draw parallels between the mistakes of the past and the quagmire that is American politics today.
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The Tradition First Foundation is an organization focused on equipping believers with the tools and knowledge necessary to defend their Christian Faith. According to the Barna Group, roughly 70% of high school students who enter college as professing Christians, will leave with little to no faith. These students usually don’t return to faith, even after graduation. We want our youth and future members of society to continue to thrive in their faith beyond their college years, so they can do ...
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From Skeptic to Believer: Lisa Stanton's Journey of Faith and Transformation
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45:32In this heartfelt episode of "Let's Talk Apologetics," we dive deep into the powerful testimony of Ms. Lisa Stanton, a former skeptic and a latecomer to the Christian faith who found a profound connection with God that changed her life forever. Join us as Lisa shares her incredible journey from a world driven by intellect and science to embracing t…
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Escaping the Deceptive Embrace: A Journey from Buddhism to Christ
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51:25Join K'Dia Brooks as she welcomes Kathy Luzzi to the Tradition First Podcast in a profoundly honest and moving episode that explores faith, culture, and personal transformation. Kathy opens up about her journey as a first-generation Vietnamese American, raised Buddhist, and navigating a complex world where traditions and spiritual beliefs sometimes…
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The Unseen Hand: A Miraculous Journey of Faith and Forgiveness
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43:48In this gripping episode of the "Let's Talk Apologetics" podcast, host K'Dia invites Lilia, a remarkable guest, to share her extraordinary story of survival, perseverance, and unwavering faith. Born in the early 80s in Moldova during the Soviet Union's oppressive regime, Lilia's journey begins in an orphanage that served as a World War II military …
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Wrestling with Faith: An Infantryman's Journey Back to Christ
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40:42Join K'Dia on this episode of "Let's Talk Apologetics" as she dives deep into a heartfelt conversation with Ashton, an infantryman grappling with the profound questions of faith, suffering, and the existence of evil. As Ashton shares his poignant journey back to Christ, listeners are invited to explore the raw and real challenges he faced, from the…
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Ashten's Journey Through Trials and Triumphs
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1:16:30Welcome back to another episode of Let's Talk Apologetics! Join K'Dia as she dives deep into a compelling conversation with Ashten, a dynamic speaker, storyteller, and strategist. In this episode, Ashten opens up about her personal journey of faith, resilience, and the incredible ways she serves God across various spaces. From her early days in Mis…
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Faith Under Fire: Standing Firm in Christ
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56:45In this riveting episode of "Let's Talk Apologetics," host K'Dia sits down with Judy Lynn, a dedicated Christian living and ministering in San Diego, California. Despite the challenges of living in a state often criticized for its secularism, Judy passionately discusses her commitment to her community, her faith journey, and the importance of stayi…
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Welcome back to Let's Talk Apologetics! In today's episode, K'Dia sits down with Ranika Chaney, who shares her inspiring journey from surviving an abusive marriage to thriving as a single mother of five and a tech professional. Ranika opens up about her experiences with domestic violence, the challenges of rebuilding her life, and the importance of…
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Welcome back to Let's Talk Apologetics! I'm K'Dia, and we're joined by Ouly, a maximum performance coach and world champion in Judo. In this episode, we delve into Ouly's incredible journey from a top-level athlete to a devoted believer, exploring how his faith has shaped and transformed his life. Ouly shares his experiences and insights on the imp…
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Cooper's Journey in Reconciling Science and Religion
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42:39Welcome back to Let's Talk Apologetics. In this episode, K'Dia sits down with Cooper Camak, who shares his compelling journey of faith and the challenges he faced while reconciling science and religion. From growing up in East Tennessee to navigating the spiritually diverse environment of Emory University, Cooper opens up about the pivotal moments …
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In this intriguing episode of "Let's Talk Apologetics," Jason Fisher delves deep into his religious journey, discussing his faith foundation and the significant role of apologetics. Fisher shares about his life-changing decision post-Bible college - deconstructing his beliefs versus delving deeper into historical faith. He highlights how fostering …
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In this episode, Ashley Ellis speaks on Apologetics and how the Christian Church can meet the needs of our youth and young adults today. She shares her story of how God revealed Himself to her, and catapulted her into a mission driven life. She is an Ordained Minister and family coach, laying the groundwork for a life-long submission of servitude t…
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Let's Talk Apologetics w/ Drill Sergeant Ashton Foster
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1:13:00In this episode, Drill Sergeant Ashton Foster shares his testimony, including how he recommitted his life to Christ at 29 years old. He is now on a mission to impact the next generation of U.S Army Soldiers by sharing the Gospel and teaching apologetic principles to new recruits. Drill Sergeant Foster also takes the time to explain how Apologetics …
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S5 Ep70: Minisode 70: Anita Bryant's Queer Granddaughter
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28:41Last week STEPHANIE talked about Anita Bryant and her hatin’ ass Save Our Children crusader but is back in this mini to talk about Bryant’s queer granddaughter. 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈Happy (last week of) Pride y’all!🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 ALSO MENTIONED: Poet Laureate P. Diddy, ODB dying for our sins, Rep. Glenn Thompson’s gay son, ouroboros, juice monies, human garbage, We…
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S5 Ep72: Team Hateful: Episode 72 (Anita Bryant's Save Our Children Campaign)
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1:05:32Happy Pride y’all!! ‘Tis the season for gay scandals and gay scandalousness✨🏳️⚧️✨🏳️🌈✨🏳️⚧️✨🏳️🌈✨🏳️⚧️✨ In this episode, we have a light and summery classic that is one of our personal favs–the Aperol Spritz. This easy, quintessentially Italian cocktail’s American popularity peaked in the 70s, the era of STEPHANIE’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyond…
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S5 Ep69: Minisode 69: The Compton's Cafeteria Uprising
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29:21Last week TUX did a deep dive into Masquerade Laws but is back in this mini to share an abridged look at queer uprising that doesn’t get enough airtime, the Compton's Cafeteria uprising, a historic act of trans resistance, three years before Stonewall. 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈Happy Pride y’all!🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈 **Special thanks to STACEYANNE!! A 👑 and our latest Patreon …
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S5 Ep71: Butt Stuff: Episode 71 (Masquerade Laws and the Three Article Rule)
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58:28Happy Pride y’all!! In this episode, we are drinking a fruity, ornamental crushed ice concoction is called the Brandy Cobbler. This scaled down simple recipe was super popular in the 1850s the era of TUX’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ In honor of Pride, TUX sheds a light on Masquerade Laws. We 🥂to putting the disobe…
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S5 Ep68: Minisode 68: Going on Sabbatical
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22:35In this mini we make a big announcement! Tune in, y’all! ALSO MENTIONED: Indian burial ground, serial liar George Santos still being employed, used chapstick, Rhonda, drag queen, where in the world is Karma San Diego, Disney, spinning plates, J Edgar Hoover, Shared History podcast, personal accounts, Berlin, UX, cocktail hangs, Target, Michigan, an…
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Building upon last week’s scandal, a deep dive into yet another dark chapter from Team Reagan’s playbook of f*ckery, TUX is back in this related mini to chat historic October Surprises! ALSO MENTIONED: Spinning yarns, intention projection, William Casey’s bitch ass, sabotage, Americans being… (checks notes) racist?, they took ‘r jarbs, Chinese excl…
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S5 Ep70: Pissing on Reagan's Grave Season: Episode 70 (The Plot to Intentionally Keep Hostages in Iran)
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59:18In this episode, we are drinking a sexy cognac and rum based cocktail called Between the Sheets. This strong concoction is a twist on the Sidecar popularized at Harry’s Bar in the 80s, the era of TUX’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ TUX does a deep dive into the controversy surrounding the convenient timing of the end…
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In last week’s scandal STEPHANIE mentioned the OSS or the Office of Strategic Service, the intelligence agency headed by Willian Donovan that was largely reorg’d into the CIA. In this mini she takes a look at their declassified spy tech from WWI. ALSO MENTIONED: Rosie, chamber wiring, cooks, Pearl Harbor, several many, Dr. Moriarty, straight men ha…
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S5 Ep69: Concave Inverted A**: Episode 69 (Operation Gladio and more CIA f*ckery in Post-War Italy)
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1:08:01In this episode of the podcast we sip on a delightfully tangy gin and champagne treat called the French 75. This cocktail, named in honor of the French 75-millimeter light field gun (a fast and deadly weapon used during WWI), was quite the hit in France in the late 40s and early 50s the time when STEPHANIE’s scandal would start in Italy and be push…
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S5 Ep65: Minisode 65: Meloni, No Relation to Christopher
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33:18Last week’s episode was a deep dive into the covert role that the CIA played in the Italian Republic’s first election. In this minisode STEPHANIE shares a brief overview of Giorgia Meloni’s politics and how Italy has proven to be a canary in the coalmine when it comes to European political movements. ALSO MENTIONED: “Friends, Romans, countrymen, le…
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S5 Ep68: Captain F*ck Sh*t: Episode 68 (CIA Meddling in Italy's First Election)
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1:20:00In this episode of the podcast we cheekily dedicate our cocktail to the lovely ladies of Hashtag History as we are imbibing on the precursor of the Negroni called the Americano! This simply refreshing cocktail was a bit hit with American tourists in Italy during the era of STEPHANIE’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ ST…
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S5 Ep64: Minisode 64: Paraquat Poisoned Pot
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29:49Last week’s episode touched upon the fact that the US government was ok poisoning the source of bootleg booze in the name of Prohibition. In this mini TUX shares a related scandal about how the government funded a campaign to spray a toxic herbicide called paraquat on marjuana in the 1970s. ALSO MENTIONED: These colors don’t run, big gub’ment, devi…
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S5 Ep67: Too Fast Too Furious: Episode 67 (The Deadly Story of Wayne Wheeler and the Volstead Act)
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1:02:25We’re back BABY! In this episode of the podcast we are drinking a cocktail called the south side, a crisp gimlet adjacent drink that may become your new fav! This refreshingly herbal gin concoction is simple to make and easy to drink; its popularity ties into the era of TUX’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ TUX talks a…
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In last week’s episode TUX talked about the life and crimes of Jim Traficant, who was expelled from Congress in 2002 following his conviction on federal corruption charges by a vote of 420-1. TUX returns for a mini scandal about the lone “nay” vote against expulsion, Congressman Garry Condit. We also talk about our amended release schedule that inc…
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S5 Ep66: He Thought He Ate: Episode 66 (The Wild Story of Congressman Jim Traficant)
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1:26:22On this episode of the podcast we are drinking a Kamikaze, the scaled up cocktail form of the very popular 80s shot. This bright and delicious concoction is basically a margarita with vodka and its popularity ties into the era of TUX’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ TUX regales us with the life and times of Jim Trafic…
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S5 Ep62: Minisode 62: A Brief History of the Black Panther Party
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25:34Happy Black History Month! Last week’s episode touched upon the critical role of the Black Panther Party in making the 504 sit-in the success that it was. In this mini STEPHANIE shares an overview of their rise and fall and some of the things textbooks get wrong. ALSO MENTIONED: Celebrations, Fred Hampton, collective action, intersectionality, Denz…
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S5 Ep65: Good Vibes Only: Episode 65 (The 504 Sit-In Disability Rights Protest)
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1:23:13Happy Black History month! We are back on our regular bull**** y’all! We are drinking a drink that originated with a viral practical joke in 1874 called the Tom Collins. Though this crisp, classic gin cocktail was still popular a hundred years after the fact, the era of STEPHANIE’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ STEPH…
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S5 Ep61: Minisode 61: Getting to Know Dev
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36:54Starting the new year off with special guests continues strong. In this minisode DEV comes from behind the scenes where he makes the magic of Beyond Reproach and shares a bit about himself. ALSO MENTIONED: Bipolar weather, history of highways, ruining beloved things, violin, silky smooth, charisma, October spooky music, Detroit snippers, substitute…
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This mini is tangential to last week’s very special episode starring the ladies of Hashtag History about the explosive history of the Ford Pinto. In this minisode TUX talks about the government's role in auto safety and the history of seatbelt laws. ALSO MENTIONED: You know that guy who ran for president Ralph Nader, mask mandates, nanny state, Hol…
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S5 Ep64: Capitalists Are Gonna Capitalist: Episode 64 (The Explosive History of the Ford Pinto)
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58:37We are back with another very special episode, we are graced by the presence of the brilliant hosts of the Hashtag History podcast, Rachel and Leah. In this episode, we are drinking a simple vodka-based cocktail named after the infamous bus company called the Greyhound that features grapefruit juice. This bright and tart concoction’s popularity mat…
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S5 Ep59: Minisode 59: Stephanie's Visit to Bogotá's Museo Nacional
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32:55This mini is tangential to last week’s very special episode starring the ladies of Shared History about banana republics. In this minisode Stephanie talks about her trip to one of her favorite places in Bogotá, the Museo Nacional. If you want Colombian history, natural history and an art museum all rolled into one, look no further! ALSO MENTIONED: …
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S5 Ep63: Bananagans in the Banana Zone: Episode 63 (A Brief History of Banana Republics)
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1:19:07Happy 2023! We made it and the last 3 years can eat it! We are moving into 2023 with the fierceness of a 19yr old Swedish climate activist, watch out! In this very special episode, we are graced by the presence of the hysterical hosts of the Share History podcast, Natalie and Cass. In this episode, we are drinking a deliciously simple bourbon based…
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This minisode is a continuation of last week’s episode, the real history behind the infamous Boston Tea Party, in this mini STEPHANIE chats about the Sons of Liberty and their role in fanning the flames of rebellion. ALSO MENTIONED: Fucking around, Al-Gore-ithm, corniness, the lemon tree, riches to riches, finance bros, thugs not hooligans, Herstor…
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S5 Ep62: Proudly Smuggled by Americans: Episode 62 (The Real Story of the Boston Tea Party)
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1:26:23In this episode, we are drinking a colonial relic called the Rattle Skull that features a mixture of dark Caribbean rum and porter beer. This tavern-style concoction’s popularity matches the era of STEPHANIE’S scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ STEPHANIE is the event known as “action against tea” or the “destruction of th…
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S5 Ep57: Minisode 57: Playing Politics during the Detroit Rebellion
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23:49In this minisode TUX returns to the Detroit Rebellion (Episode 61) to talk about LBJ’s decision to send in the National Guard. TUX also revists the whole “snipper” issues. ALSO MENTIONED: Mom’s jeans Romney, popularity contest, Vietnam, Jumbo, Shared History podcast, guys with guns, new media, Black Panthers, J. Edgar Hoover, and cRiMe!! For more i…
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S5 Ep61: What a Coinkydink: Episode 61 (The Detroit Rebellion of '67)
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1:12:58In this episode, we are drinking a Golden Cadillac also known as the Gold Cadillac and it is a drink traditionally served in two glasses for toxic masculinity-related reasons. This sweet creme-based cocktail’s peek popularity matches the era of TUX’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ TUX returns to Detroit for part two t…
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S5 Ep56: Minisode 56: Generational Wealth
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32:18In this minisode TUX chats generational wealth. Piggybacking off Episode 60, TUX talks about the how and why redlining has historically prevented Black American families from generating the generational wealth of their white peers. ALSO MENTIONED: Emerald mines, bootstrap handouts, Ohio where you can find it all & it all is racism, swamp shacks, Ha…
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S5 Ep60: Baddie One Shoe: Episode 60 (A Brief History of Redlining)
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1:01:30In this episode, we are drinking a Stinger, an upper class society drink that is strong, sweet and minty. This creme de menthe based cockation (that is good at masking the flavor or subpar prohibition spirits) matches the era of TUX’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ TUX does a deep dive into Detroit's early history lea…
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S5 Ep55: Minisode 55: One Nation Under Got
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29:36In this minisode STEPHANIE is back with a continuation of Episode 59, the marketing gimmick that birthed the modern pledge of allegiance, to talk about the controversial addition of the line “one nation under god.” ALSO MENTIONED: Free market, not my Got, GW Bush, Flag day, extra flag, midterms, choosing to be optimistic, Prop 3 in Michigan, drag q…
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S5 Ep59: Raise a Flag & Secure the Bag: Episode 59 (The Story of the Pledge of Allegiance)
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48:31In this episode, we are drinking a Scottish twist on a Manhattan, the Rob Roy. It is a classic drink for scotch lovers and its popularity ties to the era of STEPHANIE’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ STEPHANIE details the marketing gimmick that birthed the modern pledge of allegiance. We 🥂cheers to existing in one of …
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S5 Ep54: Minisode 54: Performing a Crime Wave
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26:15In this very special Halloween minisode. Piggybacking off TUX’s mini about the history of tainted Halloween candy, STEPHANIE returns with another story of fear that has been overblown by the media–the fear of a crime wave. This fake fear is just in time for the midterm elections, be terrified enough to vote y’all. Sidenote- You have time left to re…
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S5 Ep53: Minisode 53: Christopher Columbus the Criminal
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33:56In this minisode STEPHANIE is back with a continuation of Episode 58 the rebranding of the man we know as Christopher Columbus. Turns out this pos was returned to Spain as a wanted criminal! ALSO MENTIONED: Ohio land acknowledgement coming soon, Ramsey Bolton, Game of Thrones, baked goods, apples, fall, delicious props, Jeffrey Dahmer, the grinch’s…
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S5 Ep58: Tiddies and Spice and Everything Nice: Episode 58 (The Rebranding of Christopher Columbus)
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1:16:05In this very special Halloween episode we are drinking one of our absolute favorite cocktails (this will soon be apparent #sorrynotsorry), the Gimlet. This lime-laced gin beverage became the drink of choice by British officers on long ocean voyages out of necessity to prevent scurvy–its popularity with sailors ties to the era and theme of STEPHANIE…
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S5 Ep52: Minisode 52: Strangers with Candy
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24:20In this minisode TUX talks about the history of tainted Halloween candy and how far from reality this “threat” has always been. ALSO MENTIONED: Moral panics, the children, TUX the soothsayer, learning something every new, edibles, Scream, Big Sugar, razorblades in apples, Dear Abby, Ann Landers, Shared History podcast, Tylenol poisoning, cyanide, T…
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S5 Ep57: Short King Vibes: Episode 57 (Byron (Low Tax) Looper and the Murder of Tommy Burks)
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57:24In this very special Halloween episode we are drinking a delicious, albeit basic cocktail, the Cosmopolitan. This simple but elegant concoction was sensationalized by Sex and the City but popular a decade before, this signature cocktail was everywhere in 90s–the era of TUX’s scandal. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ TUX shines a…
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S5 Ep51: Minisode 51: Where's the Beef Between Eleanor & Alice Roosevelt?
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21:46This mini is a continuation of Episode 55, the life and times of Teddy Roosevelt’s eldest and most flamboyant daughter, Alice Roosevelt Longworth. STEPHANIE talks about what caused the rift between her and her cousin Eleanor. ALSO MENTIONED: Princess Alice, Where’s the Beef, Lowry’s, lemon pepper, Nausaw country, Warren G. Harding, teapot dome scan…
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S5 Ep56: Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve & Talent: Episode 56 (The Rise and Fall of the Moral Majority)
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1:00:16We are coming to y’all again from the Motor City! In this episode we are imbibing the quintessential 70s cocktail – the Harvey Wallbanger. This vintage recipe is basically a “gussied up screwdriver” and it pairs with TUX’s scandal that spans the 70s and 80s. 🍸 - https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/ TUX, as promised, does a deep dive int…
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It’s Season 5, y’all! We took a break to recharge and we are back to give updates about all the exciting changes we have planned this season and to reveal the winner of our listener review contest! We will be continuing to release standalone scandals for Season 5 but we will be recording virtually more. TUX gives updates on his home renovations in …
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