The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 146 - The Past Times with BillyWayneDavis
Oct 10, 2025
Billy Wayne Davis, a touring stand-up comedian known for his sharp wit, joins the hosts for a hilarious dive into old newspaper stories. They explore bizarre claims, like a six-fingered jail escapee and a man slashing his girlfriend over church plans. The gang can't stop laughing at a teenager's tantrum involving poison and the antics of boys setting shoes on fire. With Billy's comedic insights, the discussion turns the mundane into comedy gold, keeping the humor flowing throughout the absurd tales.
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Paper Date Sets The Scene
- Dave reveals the paper's date and location: April 11, 1932, Atlanta, Georgia.
- This launches the episode's exploration of small-town news and absurd local headlines.
Sparse Reporting On A Domestic Case
- Will Taylor told court his wife struck him and he found her with a man; the paper gives almost no details.
- Hosts poke fun at the lack of reporting and imagine messy domestic specifics.
Detail Over Context In Old Reporting
- A report about a six-fingered fugitive highlights how newspapers prioritized odd, identifying details over fuller descriptions.
- The hosts use it to show historical policing and reportage eccentricities.