Podcast

Oct 10, 2023
Ep 274: The (Spooky) Return of Paula Poundstone
Paula is back! And so is Halloween. And to celebrate both, we have Brandon Schexnayder from the Southern Gothic podcast to terrify us with some real-life ghost stories! And then, get ready to (probably not) learn (anything) about plants with another installment of “Garden Time with Captain Crinkle.” GUEST Brandon ... Read More
Oct 3, 2023
Ep 273: The Fall of Rome (and Paula!) with Michael Kulikowski!
Bonnie and Toni’s Oral Report on Rome was great, of course, but just to be sure, we’ve brought on a genuine expert, author and Professor Michael Kulikowski… and we’re revisiting a seminal NLTPP moment – Bonnie’s iTunes Adventure!   GUEST Michael Edward Kulikowski Edwin Erle Sparks Professor of History and ... Read More
Sep 26, 2023
Ep 272: Bible Studies with Ian Mills
Ep 272 – Bible Studies with Ian Mills What’s the book on the Good Book? And is it any good? Bible historian Ian Mills joins us to dish on who dished what – and when – in the writing of Western civilization’s biggest bestseller. And then, when the cat’s away, ... Read More
Sep 19, 2023
Ep 271: Money Love with Shannah Game
We talk about the most complicated relationship in Paula’s life – her on-again, off-again affair with money. Shannah Game from the “Everybody’s Talkin’ Money” podcast is here for some couple’s counseling. And then – we know you’re talking behind our backs – and we’ve got proof. We read from your ... Read More
Sep 12, 2023
Ep 270: They’re All In On It! with Julian Walker
Does meditation make you vulnerable to QAnon? Are anti-vaxxers into yoga? We explore the link between spiritual thinking and conspiracy thinking with Conspirituality host Julian Walker. And then… put on your Geography hat (if you can remember where it is!) – its “Land Ho with Toni Anita Hull!” GUEST Julian ... Read More
Sep 5, 2023
Ep 269: TV is History! With Michael Kackman
Though this might be news to Paula, TV didn’t begin with Perry Mason and end with Saul Goodman. There’s more to it, and Dr. Michael Kackman is here to tell us all about it. And then, prepare to be deceived – it’s the return of “Two Truths and a Lie.” Or ... Read More
Aug 29, 2023
Ep 268: Talking (to) Depression with Dr. Sheila Dowd
Talking about depression is hard enough – how do you talk TO a depressed person? Dr. Sheila Dowd has some handy pointers. And then – when in Rome… talk about the fall of Rome. It’s Toni and Bonnie’s Oral Report! GUEST Dr. Sheila Dowd Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs & ... Read More
Aug 22, 2023
Ep 267: Covering the Bases with Ty Seidule
Who’s to say why and how a military base gets named? Well, author, professor and Brigadier General (ret.) Ty Seidule for one! He’s been helping us to stop honoring seditionists nationwide, and he’s here to tell us about it. Also: do you have a cell phone and a roll of ... Read More
Aug 15, 2023
Ep 266: The Account of a Carbon Accountant
We all want companies to limit their carbon output, but how do you measure how they’re doing? Well, YOU don’t. You need a carbon accountant like Ian Lipton to tally up those pesky molecules, and he’s here to tell us all about it. And as long as we’re saving the ... Read More
Aug 8, 2023
Ep 265: Killer Whales and Killer Theme Songs
What’s black and white and deadly all over? Yes, we’re exploring the mighty orca with the Research Director for the Center for Whale Research, Michael Weiss! And then – you Nobodies have offered us some theme song assistance, and – with all due respect to Captain Crinkle’s musical abilities – ... Read More
Aug 1, 2023
Ep 264: Barbie and Barbarella!
It’s our Big Summer Movie Review episode! Should you shell out your hard-earned dough to see the massive megahit “Barbie?” Listen to Paula and Adam’s review of the 1968 microhit “Barbarella” to find out (for some reason!). HOUSE BAND Justin Berkobien Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ... Read More
Jul 25, 2023
Ep 263: We Got a (Golden Gate) Bridge to Sell You!
The Golden Gate Bridge. How much do you know about one of this world’s most iconic landmarks? Well, you’re about to know a lot more, thanks to one of the bridge’s principle spokesperson, Paolo Cosulich-Schwartz! And then it’s time to get out your reading glasses for the return of our ... Read More
Jul 18, 2023
Ep 262: Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Valerie Young
Dr. Valerie Young is the world’s leading expert on Imposter Syndrome… or so she SAYS! But whoever she is, she’s here to walk us through that crisis of confidence that strikes so many of us. And speaking of confidence, you guys seem pretty sure you know what we’re all about… ... Read More
Jul 11, 2023
Ep 261: Casting Call with Joel Thurm
Legendary casting director Joel Thurm holds absolutely nothing back as he tells us tales from his days casting some of the biggest movies and TV shows of the 70s and 80s, including “Grease,” “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and “Taxi.” And then we do some high-level one-on-one market research for ... Read More
Jul 4, 2023
Ep 260: Shoot-around with a WNBA Superfan
The WNBA’s season is underway, so what’s happening in the league right now? Nobody knows better than New York-based superfan Alan Barcoff, who dishes up some memorable insights. And, speaking of memorable insights, it’s the return of our “Quote Party”, now enhanced with YOUR favorite famous quotations! GUEST Alan Barcoff ... Read More
Jun 27, 2023
Ep 259: This Old Brain with Art Markman
Why do some people’s brains age like fine wine, while others age like… guacamole? Returning champion Art Markman is here to give us the latest word on how to keep all your marbles. Plus, it’s the much-anticipated return of Life Hacks with Captain Crinkle! GUEST Professor Art Markman Podcast: two-guys-on-your-head ... Read More
Jun 20, 2023
Ep 258: You Better WORK!
What’s funnier than child labor? Just about everything. But we’ve got Eastman Museum curator Jamie Allen here to talk about the photographer who blew the visual whistle on child labor, Lewis Hine. And then…you like to dive into the details of this here podcast, so we dive into our Mailbag! ... Read More
Jun 13, 2023
Ep 257: Hail to the Chiefs with Chris Whipple
Our Commander in Chiefs need their own chiefs, and the chief authority on Chiefs of Staff is none other than our guest, Chris Whipple, author of “The Gatekeepers.” And then, how much do you know about Ty Cobb? “Which one,” you ask? Yes! It’s Bonnie and Toni’s Oral Report on ... Read More
Jun 6, 2023
Ep 256: Keeping Journalism – and Journalists – Alive with Elisa Lees Muñoz
For journalists, it’s a jungle out there – both in the actual jungle and, increasingly, in Anytown USA. So we’ve got Elisa Lees Muñoz of the International Women’s Media Foundation here to tell us how to train journalists to serve (all of us) and protect (themselves!). And then it’s time ... Read More
May 30, 2023
Ep 255: Michelangelo: The Naked Truth
Lately we’ve been partying like it’s 1499 – in that certain works of art are STILL too hot to handle. But was Michelangelo’s “David” always scandalous? And what was our favorite ninja turtle’s namesake really like? Professor and Michelangelo scholar William Wallace is here to enlighten us. Or, um, renaissance ... Read More