The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 137 - The Past Times with Nato Green
Aug 8, 2025
Nato Green, a sharp-witted comedian and political humorist, spices up the conversation with tales from his tour and insights on the intersection of comedy and politics. The trio dives into quirky historical anecdotes, like bizarre legal cases from 1893 and the absurdity of unusual bathroom designs. They also explore American patriotism through unique July 4th traditions and hilariously critique capitalism's oddities. Throughout, they blend humor with reflections on society’s quirks, ensuring plenty of laughs and thought-provoking moments.
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Enoch Arden's Wife Repossession
- A man named Enoch Arden tried to reclaim his wife after 12 years of desertion as described in an 1893 newspaper.
- During his absence, she married another man, showing a peculiar view of "possession" in marriage.
Ice as Summer Attraction
- Ice was advertised as a summer attraction in Virginia in 1893, viewed as a novel cooling curiosity.
- This highlights how ice was rare and treasured before modern refrigeration.
New Mexico's Health Tourism
- New Mexico attracted sickly people to its dry heat for health benefits like malaria treatment in the late 1800s.
- This primitive medical science often led to isolated communities of the sick in the desert.