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An Old Timey Podcast

An Old Timey Podcast
Lucille Ball
World War II
Robert Smalls
I Love Lucy
Civil War
Desi Arnaz
Great Depression
John Brown
Pocahontas
Adolf Hitler
Powhatan Nation
Donner Party
JC Penney
Samuel Adams
The Donner Party
Cannibalism
DB Cooper
New York City
Virginia
Mount Rushmore

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 m... more

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In this *very special* two-part series, Kyla Pitts-Zevin (Kristin’s sister & mayor of all of Kristin’s podcasts) tells us about an extraordinarily complicated woman. Wallis Simpson is best known for her relationship with King Edward VIII. When he ann... more

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By Friday, February 13th, 1925, rescue workers were getting close to Floyd Collins, who lay trapped deep down in Sand Cave. Above ground, crowds gathered and prayed for Floyd. Reporters questioned state officials for any updates. Photographers readie... more

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Reporters swarmed. Crowds gathered. State officials arrived on scene. People were hungry for information about the trapped cave explorer, Floyd Collins. They wanted to rescue the man trapped 55 feet below the earth’s surface. But a collapse halted an... more

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In the dead of Winter, 1925, cave explorer Floyd Collins crawled, wiggled, and wormed 55 feet below the surface of a sandhole. He was on the hunt for a magnificent cave. But when his lantern began to flicker, he turned back. He re-entered the narrow ... more

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Recent Guests

Kyla PZ
Guest co-host for this episode
Episode: 115: Wallis Simpson: Before the Royals (Part 1)
Johnny Gerald
Floyd Collins's caving buddy and fellow rescuer, later de facto leader of the rescue
Independent locals involved in the rescue
Episode: 112: The Rescue of Floyd Collins (Part 2)
William Skeets Miller
Courier Journal reporter who joined the rescue and helped document it
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Episode: 112: The Rescue of Floyd Collins (Part 2)
Henry Carmichael
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Episode: 112: The Rescue of Floyd Collins (Part 2)
Clyde Hester
Local who led a rescue attempt with a separate team
Local community
Episode: 112: The Rescue of Floyd Collins (Part 2)
Lieutenant Burden
Louisville Fire Department rescue officer who led rope and extraction attempts
Louisville Fire Department
Episode: 112: The Rescue of Floyd Collins (Part 2)
Dr. Hubert Montgomery
World-renowned expert and friend of the show, comedic guest
Episode: 48: The Great Cobra Scare of 1953
Joe Biden
Former President of the United States
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Episode: 38: The Kidnapping of Nell Donnelly (Part 1)
Judge Judy
Renowned television judge and lawyer
Episode: 19: Before Mount Rushmore, There Was Stone Mountain (Part 2)

Hosts

Kristen Caruso
Host with long-running presence and strong on-air chemistry; co-host, known for humor and historical storytelling.
Norman Caruso
Co-host and creator behind the show's history-forward narration; brings humor and research depth.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Amazing Storytelling

    Highly enjoyed the four part series on Floyd Collin’s. Incredible storytelling! I’m based in Louisville and will be making the trip to Cave City to visit the places discussed in the podcast. Will definitely be tuning in for future episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElizabethW216
    United States11 days ago
  • it's been done

    another show where they read wikipedia and then "make jokes".

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TheRizzler1969
    United States14 days ago
  • Wonderful Storytelling

    Truly wonderful storytelling, I love learning about such fun and interesting history stories. I also love and appreciate their silly banter and campy sound effects. Good old fashioned fun! Truly the Grace Kelly and Prince of Monaco of the podcast industry! (Future topic?!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TopoChambello
    United States16 days ago
  • I’m out

    Too many bad sound effects and terrible dad jokes for me. Norm is way too wordy, no reason the Floyd Collins series should be four parts and I was so annoyed with the ridiculous sound effects by the third episode that I just went to Wikipedia and read the rest of the story.

    I feel this podcast has a bit of an identity crisis… the jokes and sounds make it seem immature like it’s a podcast for kids but yet the hosts can be a bit raunchy so it’s not kid friendly. So like one of the annoying sound ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    CocoMoonbeams
    United States17 days ago
  • Playing Ketchup

    I found this podcast and decided to go all the way back to the start! I love Lucy! So I hooked from the start. Took a break during the Hitler series cuz that’s a lot, but got back in quickly and trying to ketchup. I love listening to Kristen and Norm on the daily. It would be weird not to hear their voices everyday at this point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrs.Elisa
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Banters and storytelling feel engaging and entertaining, with deep dives into history.
The hosts' chemistry and humor are a strong draw for listeners.
Long-running fans appreciate consistent banter and depth across topics.
Some critics mention political digs; overall reception is positive for informative content mixed with humor.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#146
United States/History
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#238
Italy/History
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#238
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#169
Chile/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#50
Chile/History
Apple Podcasts
#69
Singapore/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

83: The D.B. Cooper Investigation Takes Off (Part 2)
Q: Do you think DB Cooper lived or died after the jump?
The hosts discussed various theories, ultimately agreeing that the chances of him surviving seemed low, especially due to the conditions he faced after jumping from the plane.
83: The D.B. Cooper Investigation Takes Off (Part 2)
Q: What questions did the FBI begin asking regarding the hijacker after the incident?
The FBI started questioning eyewitnesses to gather descriptions of the hijacker's appearance and behavior, despite conflicting accounts making it difficult to pin down his identity.
51: America Can’t Figure Out Daylight Saving Time (Part 2)
Q: What are your thoughts on Daylight Saving Time?
After learning about its history and impact, I lean more towards permanent daylight saving time, but I understand the arguments for standard time as well.
42: The Daring Escape of Robert Smalls (Part 1)
Q: What happens if you get caught?
Robert Smalls firmly replied, I'll be shot.
42: The Daring Escape of Robert Smalls (Part 1)
Q: Is this a prison escape, Norm?
Well, kind of. I guess you could consider it a prison escape.

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A history show that blends rigorous research with playful banter and a heavy dose of humor. Recent episodes skew toward cultural history and language, exploring old-timey phrases, the origins of famous memes, and notable figures across centuries, all delivered with lively storytelling and sharp, often cheeky commentary. The duo's chemistry, willingness to tackle wide-ranging topics—from formulaic myths to modern pop culture echoes—keeps the material approachable and entertaining while maintaining solid fact-based storytelling. Noteworthy is the quick alternation between deep-dive history and lighthearted bits that make complex topics feel accessible to curious, nerdy listeners who enjoy personality-driven hosts and a playful take on educati... more

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3. William Skeets Miller
4. Henry Carmichael
5. Clyde Hester
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7. Dr. Hubert Montgomery
8. Joe Biden

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