

The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds
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Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds picks a subject from history and examine it.
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Sep 26, 2023 • 2h 21min
601 - Elon Musk with Karen Kilgariff - part two
Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds examine Elon Musk's obsession with youthfulness, Tesla's early days and manufacturing issues, multiple weddings, SolarCity's challenges, Elon Musk's changing perspective on COVID-19, Elon Musk's behavior and controversies, and the negative impact of Elon Musk on Twitter.

Sep 22, 2023 • 1h 5min
44 - The Past Times with Laurie Kilmartin
Comedian Laurie Kilmartin joins Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds to discuss various topics including an elevator malfunction, reckless boat behavior post-Titanic, the early days of Las Vegas, living in affordable Arizona, missing ring and women's spending, and the mysterious figure known as the DB Cooper of the 30s.

Sep 19, 2023 • 1h 51min
600 - Elon Musk with Karen Kilgariff - part one
Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds examine billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk with guest Karen Kilgariff. The podcast covers topics such as SEO tools and Squarespace features, benefits of ketamine therapy, Elon Musk's childhood and upbringing, selling emeralds to Tiffany's, his journey to the US, and his ventures from X.com to PayPal. They also discuss the low bar for entry in the entertainment industry and the detachment that extreme wealth can bring.

Sep 15, 2023 • 1h 3min
43 - The Past Times with Django Gold
Comedian Django Gold joins hosts Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds as they explore intriguing historical newspaper stories, including mysterious phenomena, a bridge-stealing incident, the humorous 'Dung Silver Rush', heavy snowfall in West Moorland, lack of supporting details in news articles, self-curing medicines, newspaper sale and miracle tonics, and French frustration with cannons.

Sep 12, 2023 • 1h 22min
599 - The New York Oysters - part two
Discover the fascinating history of oysters in New York Harbor, from their booming popularity to scandalous associations. Explore the decline of Fulton Street market and the depletion of oyster beds, as well as the rise of lobster palaces and gluttonous eating contests. Learn about the environmental impact of pollution on sea life and the ethical concerns of boiling lobsters alive. Reflect on the consequences of capitalism on the environment and the surprising oyster story that unfolds throughout the podcast.

Sep 8, 2023 • 1h 7min
42 - The Past Times with Dave Holmes
Writer, television host, and podcaster Dave Holmes joins the hosts to discuss intelligence vs confidence and guessing historical events. They reflect on controversial mascots, controversial team name changes, underreporting income, and the distracting focus on minor issues. They also touch on medical advice, mental health, multiple births, unlikely odds, and a presidential candidate from the American vegetarian party.

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Sep 5, 2023 • 1h 22min
598 - The New York Oysters - part one
The hosts debate the logistics of a promotional giveaway involving upper lip hair. The arrival of Henry Hudson and the Lenape people's perspective on Europeans. The significance of oysters in New York's history. The exploitation and absurdity of the city's oyster industry. The emergence of a top-notch restaurant in the 1830s.

Sep 1, 2023 • 1h 1min
41 - The Past Times with Lee Camp
Guest comedian Lee Camp joins the hosts to discuss various topics, including the disappearance of capes, a bank robbery with distracting lists, humorous news articles, a performance with a dummy grab box, the argument against women's suffrage, false scientific claims, and humorous proposals. They also touch on death, burning libraries, poor quality papers, and an apology from one of the speakers.

Aug 29, 2023 • 1h 17min
597 - William A Clark - Live
Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds examine copper king William H Clark. Recorded live in Las Vegas Tour Dates Redbubble Merch Sources Mindbloom

Aug 25, 2023 • 1h 20min
40 - The Past Times with Dilruk Jayasinha - Live
This week Dave Anthony picks a paper from a day in history and reads it to co-host Gareth Reynolds and guest comedian Dilruk Jayasinha. Recorded live in Melbourne Redbubble Merch