The Chestnut Compendium
History Podcasts
An old chestnut is a story or tale that has been told and retold until it becomes stale. And maybe you are thinking “that sounds boring,” but never fear! Lauren King and Anna Karpinski are here to tell old chestnuts in fresh new ways. We may go on tangents about cats, cannibalism, and coffee, but we still make it through two stories each week. Join us every Tuesday where we bring you stories about criminals, artists, scientists, and so much more!
Location:
United States
Description:
An old chestnut is a story or tale that has been told and retold until it becomes stale. And maybe you are thinking “that sounds boring,” but never fear! Lauren King and Anna Karpinski are here to tell old chestnuts in fresh new ways. We may go on tangents about cats, cannibalism, and coffee, but we still make it through two stories each week. Join us every Tuesday where we bring you stories about criminals, artists, scientists, and so much more!
Twitter:
@compendiumpod
Language:
English
Website:
http://compendiumpod.libsyn.com
Episodes
January Announcement
1/24/2020
Sorry for the unannounced hiatus, everybody! Hopefully we can get a normal episode out soon
Duration:00:02:16
54 - Florence is the Machine
10/29/2019
Could you drive down the road with your eyes closed while surrounded by monsters? What would it be like to attend a private concert where the musician was a spirit? Have you ever been convinced that you were possessed? This week’s Halloween episode is extra scary with instructions on how to play the creepiest games imaginable, and the story of the exorcism of Anneliese Michel.
Duration:01:30:45
53 - Tap Dancing Spaghetti Noodle
10/22/2019
Have you ever mistakenly wandered into a tick-infested field? What lengths would you go to avenge your brutally murdered husband? What would you do if you were the chosen leader of a rebellion? This week’s episode is best served cold with the revenge stories of Princess Olga and Queen Boudica.
Duration:00:59:33
52 - That's My Bowin' Arm
10/15/2019
Do you rely on video games to learn proper word pronunciation? What would it be like to fight demons and gods? Do you smell too weird to have a significant other? Take a moment to appreciate the lives of some legendary martial artists through the stories of some badass Samurai, and the famous Lucy Liu.
Duration:00:39:27
51 - Fossil Huntin'
10/8/2019
Do you ever get sass from your friend’s pets? What would it feel like if everyone was convinced you were pure evil? Have you ever stabbed a friend in the back over science? Enjoy this spooky skeleton and bone themed episode through the stories of Elizabeth Bathory and the tale of the Bone Wars.
Duration:00:40:10
MBoN 6 - Babies on Loan
10/1/2019
Do you enjoy snooping through people’s belongings? Would you ever loan your baby to an exhibit at the world fair? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in the sky? Enjoy this mixed bag episode about Martin Couney and the Wyandot legend, Rainbow and the Autumn Leaves.
Duration:00:33:21
50 - But, What If Goats?
9/17/2019
Have you ever invented a new word or phrase? Would you ever undergo hypnosis to recover lost memories? What would you do if two demanding kids knocked on your door? Things take a supernatural turn this week with the stories of alien abductees, Betty & Barney Hill, and the disturbing legend of the Black-Eyed Kids.
Duration:00:46:43
1st Anniversary!
9/13/2019
It’s a very special anniversary episode! Grab some champagne, a slice of cake, and celebrate with us! We take a look back at some of our favorite moments from the podcast, and also discuss some brand new topics. No stories this week, just 10 heckin great facts!
Duration:00:47:15
MBoN 5 - Southern Belle Satan
9/10/2019
What would it be like to have your consciousness transferred into the internet? Have you ever wanted to just float away? What would it be like to dangle from high voltage power lines? This Mixed Nuts episode presents the curse of Repleh Snatas, and daredevil Larry Walters.
Duration:00:33:03
49 - Skelegon, Will You Marry Me?
9/3/2019
How would you feel if your skeleton was made of shiny things? Have you ever had a goth girlfriend? What would you do if five grown men suddenly jumped out of your tub? Listen up to hear all things Austria as your hosts discuss the stories of Tatzelworm, Kruzimügeli and The Wind’s Present.
Duration:00:53:57
48 - Erotic FriendFiction
8/27/2019
Have you ever come down with a case of the happy feet? Could you ever wear a live snake as an accessory? Would you be willing to spend fifty grand just to teach someone a lesson? Espionage abounds in this exciting episode featuring badass Virginia Hall, and the real 007, Duško Popov.
Duration:00:58:53
47 - Clean Air the Bear
8/20/2019
How buff is your bladder? What would you do if you were surrounded by sharks? What would it feel like if your life and career were studied by college students? Enjoy part two of this survival and success theme with the stories of Poon Lim and Oprah Winfrey.
Duration:00:58:57
46 - Tipping the Crazy Bucket
8/13/2019
Would you trust a thin nylon line with your life? Could you ever keep your cool if you were surrounded by chocolate milk? What would you do if you had to live in a van with your whole family? Anna and Lauren switch things up in this episode with the survival story of Xisco Gràcia and the success of Jim Carrey.
Duration:00:47:50
45 - The Popcorn Pinnacle
8/6/2019
Do you have a strong opinion about superheroes? Has a chair ever ruined your life? How far would you go to counteract an age old curse? Cross your fingers, turn around three times and listen to the accursed stories of Busby’s chair and the Macbeth Curse.
Duration:00:52:26
44 - A Mess of Legs
7/30/2019
Have you ever succumbed to the power of a nap? Would you trust a horse that eats everything to carry secret messages? Could you ever forgive several acts of treason? Help Anna and Lauren honor the incredible heroes Sergeant Reckless and Queen Lili’uokalani.
Duration:01:09:47
43 - Snacklace
7/23/2019
What kind of questions do you ask on a first date? How would you react if someone bit your ear off? Would you write a cryptogram just to help you remember where you put your treasure? All aboard for a lively discussion about pirates Sadie the Goat and Olivier Levasseur!
Duration:00:53:04
42 - Mobile Weedwacker
7/16/2019
Have your own internal organs ever started a revolution? Are you a train robbing aficionado? What would it be like to have a king save your life? Come along for a wild ride this week as Anna and Lauren discuss the heists of the Glasgow-London mail train and Crown Jewels of England.
Duration:01:07:20
41 - Brontohorsus
7/2/2019
Do you use insects in your revenge plots? Has being an introvert ever put your entire country in danger? What would you do if people told you that you resembled a goat? Do-do-do-dooooo! Welcome to the most royal episode yet and learn about the eccentricities of King Ludwig II and Emperor Caligula.
Duration:01:14:19
40 - Anti-Copying Arm
6/25/2019
Do you invite ghosts to girls night? What would it be like to invent a new alphabet that you couldn’t see? Could you survive all alone at sea? Learn what it takes to be one of the coolest kids around from experts Louis Braille and Terry Jo Duperrault.
Duration:00:49:34
39 - Cat Conduit
6/18/2019
Have you ever wandered off from a loved one? What if every time you sneezed it started raining? Could you raise a canine delinquent that jumps through closed windows? Things get fuzzy this week as Anna and Lauren talk about several ship’s cats and the best boy, Togo.
Duration:00:49:31