The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 94 - The Past Times with Jen Kober
Oct 4, 2024
Joining the conversation is Jen Kober, a vibrant comedian celebrated for her engaging performances. They dive into her latest special and a role in Cirque du Soleil. The trio humorously navigates personal grooming, historical quirks, and absurd anecdotes like a backward-walking man and a magician ingesting molten lead. They explore the chaos of a 200-mile horse race and delve into quirky personal stories intertwined with cultural discussion. The mix of historical trivia and witty banter keeps the laughter rolling throughout!
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Fire King Rivalry
- The 1831 article continues, mentioning fire-breathing slaves and a rivalry between fire kings.
- A New York fire king, Mr. Haughton, performs various feats, including dipping his fingers in molten lead.
Molten Lead Supper
- Mr. Haughton consumes a "supper" of heated Florence oil and molten lead.
- He then exhales flames from his throat.
Medical Gold
- A French physician publishes a volume on the medical uses of gold, suggesting it can exhilarate spirits when taken in pockets.
- The hosts joke about this implying inserting gold into one's backside.