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An Old Timey Podcast

An Old Timey Podcast

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 History class just got hilariously inappropriate.

Kristin Caruso, co-host of the true crime comedy podcast, Let’s Go To Court (16M+ downloads), and Norman Caruso, creator of the Gaming Historian YouTube channel (1M+ subscribers), team up to deliver a history podcast that is well researched, wide-ranging, and deeply silly.

In other words, this is a podcast for intellectuals. Intellectuals who make fart jokes. True Crime World
Episodes
  • 60: PATREON BONUS: An Iron Rod Through the Head

    60: PATREON BONUS: An Iron Rod Through the Head
    Jun 25 2025
    Here’s a true story: In 1848, an iron rod shot through a man’s head. It smashed up under his cheekbone and came out the top of his skull.

    Ready for the wild part? Despite the fact that the iron rod destroyed much of his brain’s left frontal lobe, he survived. Phineas Gage’s story baffled the medical community. His injury became one of the most talked-about medical events of the 19th century.

    Remember, kids, history hoes always cite their sources! For this episode, Norm pulled from:
    Caulfield, Margo. “Cavendish Historical Society News: Phineas Gage Walking Tour.” Cavendish Historical Society News (blog), May 16, 2013.     https://cavendishhistoricalsocietynews.blogspot.com/2013/05/phineas-gage-walking-tour.html. MacMillan, Malcom. An Odd Kind of Fame: Stories of Phineas Gage. MIT Press, 2002. “The Case of Phineas Gage (1823 - 1860) · Beyond the Bone Box,” n.d. https://collections.countway.harvard.edu/onview/exhibits/show/beyond-the-bone-box/the-case-of-phineas-gage. The University of Akron, Ohio. “Anniversary at Cavendish,” n.d. https://www.uakron.edu/gage/anniversary.dot. Twomey, Steve. “Phineas Gage: Neuroscience’s Most Famous Patient.” Smithsonian Magazine, n.d. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/phineas-gage-neurosciences-most-famous-patient-11390067/.
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    1 hr and 49 mins
  • 59: PATREON BONUS: The Original Kardashians!

    59: PATREON BONUS: The Original Kardashians!
    Jun 18 2025
    Back in their day, the seven Sutherland sisters were a household name. They were celebrated for their outrageously long, thick hair. For years, audiences gathered ‘round to watch the sisters undo their updos. Audiences gasped as the sisters’ hair tumbled, in unison, to the floor. Soon, money poured in. The sisters spent every cent of it.

    Remember, kids, history hoes always cite their sources! For this episode, Kristin pulled from:
    “How 7 sisters made a fortune off their Rapunzel-like hair,” by Maria Ricapito for Atlas Obscura
    “Untangling the tale of the seven Sutherland sisters and their 37 feet of hair,” by Lisa Hix for Collectors Weekly
    “Introducing the amazing seven Sutherland sisters,” by Brandon Stickney for sideshowworld.com
    “Tressed for success,” by Dianne L. Sammarco and Kathleen L. Rounds for The Buffalo News
    “The Seven Sutherland Sisters,” by Dianne L. Sammarco and Kathleen L. Rounds for newengland.com
    “Hocus Pocus – Untangling the Sutherland Sisters,” by Linda Secca Spina for lindaseccaspina.wordpress.com
    “Showplace of the countryside was the seven sisters’ mansion,” by Arch Merrill for The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
    “The amazing seven Sutherland sisters,” by Ferdinand Meyer V for peachridgeglass.com
    “Show and Tell: Seven Sutherland sisters’ hair grower,” by Stassa Edwards for Mental Floss
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    2 hrs and 3 mins
  • 58: PATREON BONUS: The Society for Indecency to Naked Animals

    58: PATREON BONUS: The Society for Indecency to Naked Animals
    Jun 11 2025
    Alan Abel was driving down a Texas highway when traffic came to a sudden stop. As it turned out, a herd of cattle was crossing the road. How annoying! Then – shock of all shocks – a cow and a bull started mating, right there, in the middle of the road, IN FRONT OF GOD AND EVERYBODY.

    Some motorists giggled. Some averted their eyes. Some were shocked.

    Alan couldn’t believe what was happening. Didn’t those animals have any decency? Didn’t they have any common sense? Someone needed to create some rules! The way Alan saw it, the world would be a much better place if we started putting clothing on animals.

    Remember, kids, history hoes always cite their sources! For this episode, Kristin pulled from:
    “Society for indecency to naked animals,” NPR.org
    “Alan Abel, history’s greatest hoaxer,” by Jake Rossen for Mental Floss
    “The fine art of hoaxing,” by Dave Von Drehle for The Arizona Republic
    The documentary, “Abel Raises Cain”
    “College may ban animal nudity,” by Andrew T. Weil for The Harvard Crimson
    “The campaign to make ‘indecent’ animals wear clothing,” by Zachary Crockett for Priceonomics.com
    “Underwear for Horses? A hoax, cemented in print,” The New York Times
    The album, “Inside SINA”
    “10 questions for the best prankster ever,” by Nicole Tourtelot for Esquire
    “The more you weigh, the more you pay,” by Joshua Foer for Esquire
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    2 hrs and 1 min
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I like the chemistry and how they are laid back and fun. They share history with an interesting way.

Great couple podcast

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I was extremely sad when Let’s go to Court ended. I was very nervous to try out the new podcast but it did not disappoint. I LOVE the detail in depth stories you’ve told so far. So many podcasts are like “lemme tell you everything about WWII in 30 minutes”, I don’t like it, I want the deets. I enjoy the tangents, they make me laugh. Your at-ease fun demeanors make listening relaxing. Keep up the good work and Norm get rid of the squishy ball noises, they make me feel queasy.

in depth, educational, and a ton of fun

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I love this podcast! the topics vary which keeps things really interesting. Kristin and Norm do an excellent job going into deep dives on all the topics and the effort really shows. It's never boring. they keep it interesting as well as hilarious so you'll be laughing as you learn all kinds of stuff. the chemistry between the two is wonderful, refreshing, and HILARIOUS! I know I keep saying the word "hilarious" but its just so fitting! Did I mention that I love it? Wonderful podcast.

Hilarious, fun, and quite random indeed.

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If you're a fan of LGTC then you already know how great this podcast is. If you're new to the podcast then I'll tell you, it's amazing. Kristin and Norm are fabulous story tellers and so funny. Highly recommend for anyone that loves history and comedy.

Hilarious and Educational

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I like the in depth stories about interesting topics, I would never research myself! They are funny, likable, and relatable. I’m a Let’s Go to Court fan and I’m so happy Kristen and Norm decided to stay on “the air.” Can’t wait for DP to make an appearance. I look forward to new episodes each week!

I like Norm & Kristen

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I love the deep dive we had with the John Brown episodes. History is meant to be put in context, so going in depth on the topics is great. I love the dynamic of the hosts and the humor they bring.

Funny and informative

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I might have to shout out loud! Goofy Movie puns aside, this is a fun ride so far! I look forward to more amazing episodes!

These podcasters really "Stand Out"

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Very fun and interesting topics, the hosts are super dull and think they're really funny when they aren't. It also takes them FOREVER to start actually talking about the topic.

Worst Hosts

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