Robert is joined again by Gareth Reynolds & Dave Anthony (The Dollop) for part three of our epic six part series on Henry Kissinger. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert is joined again by Gareth Reynolds & Dave Anthony (The Dollop) for part two of our epic six part series on Henry Kissinger. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert is joined again by Gareth Reynolds & Dave Anthony (The Dollop) for the sixth and final part of our epic six part series on Henry Kissinger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert is joined again by Gareth Reynolds & Dave Anthony (The Dollop) for part five of our epic six part series on Henry Kissinger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert is joined again by Gareth Reynolds & Dave Anthony (The Dollop) for part four of our epic six part series on Henry Kissinger. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedians Gareth Reynolds and Dave Anthony dive into the quirky history of Speenhamland and its poverty reforms. They humorously juxtapose Elizabethan labor struggles with modern inflation debates, critiquing simplistic solutions to complex economic issues. The duo reflects on the historical context of welfare systems, blazing through misconceptions while poking fun at societal attitudes toward the poor. With absurd hypotheticals and political anecdotes, they shed light on the cyclical nature of poverty and the ever-evolving landscape of economic policies.

Comedians delve into the dark history of the Pinkerton Agency, from violent clashes to deceptive tactics during worker strikes. The podcast uncovers a conspiracy involving a Pinkerton agent mistaken for a dog fancier and explores their modern-day involvements with tech giants. Law enforcement tactics, conflict anticipation, and a comedy stand-up tour announcement are also discussed.

Gareth Reynolds, co-host of The Dollop podcast and a superb comic and improviser, talks about his improv characterisation, the history of his collaboration with Dave Anthony, and how taking 'The Dollop Pill' has changed his perception of America. They also discuss the 'robust mental health triumvirate' of improv, sports analogies and regular income, and explore his YouTube series 'Ga’riffs', where he heroically improvises stand-up on audience suggestions. They delve into the techniques and structures Gareth employs while riffing and the parallels between theatre sports, improv on-stage, and crowd work.

Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds discuss The Great California Flood of 1862, exploring historical floods in Sacramento, a geographer's misadventures, chaotic aftermath scenarios, quirky boat encounters, economic impacts, and moral dilemmas during the crisis.

Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds explore the controversial colonization of Australia, convict life in early New South Wales, and power dynamics and corruption in the colony. The podcast provides humorous anecdotes about cultural interactions, Irish convicts, and early settlement challenges.