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The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds

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Comedy
Baseball
Australia
Benjamin Franklin
History
Johnstown Flood
Henry Hudson
Alcoholism
Bo Gritz
Bill Clinton
Brigham Young
Mormonism
Prohibition
Historical Newspapers
Edgar Allan Poe
JD Vance
Gambling
H.L. Hunt
California
Native Americans

Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds picks a subject from history and examine it

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes914Founded13 years ago
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Recent Guests

David Rodriguez
Comedian, owner and manager of Without Question, the best Waffle House in America
Without Question / The Comedy Fort (Fort Collins)
Episode: 174 - The Past Times with David Rodriguez
Dennis Faust
Historian/author referenced in the episode
Episode: 733 - Regan's Colt's - Live
Brandie Posey
Guest, comedian, runs Burn This Records
Burn This Records
Episode: 173 - The Past Times with Brandie Posey
Dave Ross
Guest comedian joining the hosts for the Fort Collins newspaper segment
Comedian
Episode: 171 - The Past Times with Dave Ross
Andrea More
Guest, author/comedian
Episode: 170 - The Past Times with Andrea More
Steph Tolov
Comedian and guest on the episode
Episode: 168 - The Past Times with Steph Tolev
Allen Strickland Williams
Comedian
Blonde Medicine Records (album Ran Through)
Episode: 166 - The Past Times with Allen Strickland Williams
Mike Bridenstine
Author and comedian; wrote Kansas City Comedy book
Kansas City Comedy
Episode: 725 - The Possum Open Mic with Mike Bridenstine
Natalia Kvalem
Guest on the episode; multi-hyphenate performer
Miss Kitty Devine (as per intro)
Episode: 165 - The Past Times with Natalia Kvalem

Hosts

Dave Anthony
Host of The Dollop and narrator of the show
Gareth Reynolds
Co-host, performs commentary and narration

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 34.2k ratings
  • Great laughs

    This has quickly became my new favorite way to learn history! Great comedians and content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ta.Shee.Na
    United States20 days ago
  • Learn and laugh

    History told by Dave to Gareth. I’ve LOLed many times to Gareth’s quick improv. Thanks for a decade of learning loving laughing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _metzy_
    United States20 days ago
  • Just re-listening

    What episode do you give a speech about kids crying cause their house will be under water in 10 years? I remember that speech, and I thought it was 10 years ago?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danny Mac 25
    United States22 days ago
  • The Anvil Chorus

    Comedians are morons.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MTenon
    United States25 days ago
  • Dollop good, the other stuff sucks

    The Dollop is amazing 6 stars, everything else they cram out sucks

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Foust16
    United Statesa month ago

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live episodes and controversial topics spark mixed feedback
episodes with strong guest banter are particularly well-received
some listeners critique politics integration or audio quality
generally positive reception for humor and chemistry between hosts

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#234
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Apple Podcasts
#34
United States/Comedy
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#73
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Apple Podcasts
#163
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#181
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#20
Australia/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

155 - The Past Times with Josh Androsky
Q: Josh, you did this show recently and it didn't record properly. Can you talk about that?
So I do my best work terrified, and so, you know, Dave's great. It's like that movie with the drumming kid and the bald guy.
112 - The Past Times with Francesca Fiorentini
Q: What topics do you cover in your show?
Francesca discusses political commentary and current events, often with humor.
104 - The Past Times with Ryan Rogers
Q: Where can people follow you, be a part of that and then also hear the album when it comes out?
Ryan talks about his sophomore album Last Seen Alive, which will be recorded on December 28th in New Orleans and released in June 2025.
72 - The Past Times with Skyler Higley
Q: Skyler, how are you finding Los Angeles?
It's got its ups and downs, with a lot of cultural differences compared to Chicago that can be shocking.
93 - The Past Times with Sam Sacks
Q: Where were you on 9-11, Sam?
I was in high school Spanish class and my teacher briefly turned the television on and was like, no, this is important.

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A witty history-focused show where two comedians pick a topic from history and unpack it with sharp banter, improv, and entertaining storytelling. The conversations mix obscure historical episodes with modern humor, political commentary, and pop culture riffs, often featuring recurring guests from the comedy world. Noteworthy traits include a distinctive blend of education and entertainment, frequent deep-dives into odd historical figures, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics with humor. The format is well-suited for listeners who enjoy learning through laughs, with a penchant for irreverent takes on past events and cultural quirks.

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3. Knowledge Fight
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2. Dennis Faust
3. Brandie Posey
4. Dave Ross
5. Andrea More
6. Steph Tolov
7. Allen Strickland Williams
8. Mike Bridenstine

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