If you remember a time before downloadable or streaming music, you might remember the (seemingly) amazing offer that Columbia House... more

John DeLorean: The Rise and Fall of an Automotive IconJoin us on a thrilling journey through the life and legacy... more

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating yet tragic tale of the dodo bird. Once a common sight on... more

This episode delves into the fascinating and controversial story of Mary Mallon, a seemingly healthy Irish immigrant who became the... more

In this episode, we dive deep into the vibrant and revolutionary hippie movement of the 1960s. Join us as we... more

John Lennon was one of the most influential rock and roll icons of all time. He was a founding member... more

Welcome to Dirt Nap City, the podcast where we roll out the welcome mat, or in this case, the shag... more

Welcome to Dirt Nap City where we dive deep into the shallow end of history. Join your hosts, Kelly and... more

Welcome to "Goldfish Gone Wild," the Dirt Nap City Dead End that dives headfirst into the absurd world of goldfish... more

This week we dive into the extraordinary life and legacy of one of America's greatest sports heroes, Jim Thorpe. Beyond... more

Artificial Intelligence or "A.I." is all over the news these days, but what does that mean to most of us?... more

Forget the Disney tales! This podcast dives deep into the life and times of the real Davy Crockett. We peel... more

Looking back on 1975 and 1976, it's hard to believe that one man made almost $20 million dollars selling Pet... more

Tired of being the office wallflower? Does your boss confuse "charisma" with "causes nausea"? Join us on "Carnegie's Caper: How... more

In a world dominated by digital payments, where even your grandma can Venmo, there exists a peculiar group of individuals... more

Who was the real Neil Armstrong? Beyond the astronaut suit and the moon landing, there's a fascinating story of a... more

From the 1970's to the mid 1980's, citizen's band or "CB" radios were all the rage with professional truck drivers... more

In this episode of Dirt Nap City, we dive into the enigma that is Andy Kaufman. This episode unravels the... more

Cursive writing, once a cornerstone of education, has seen a dramatic decline in recent decades. The elegant loops and flowing... more

After George Washington, Benjamin Franklin is considered one of the most important figures during the early days of the United... more

Did you know that you don't pronounce the name of the famous synthesizer "Moog" with a "moo" (like a cow)?... more

He's the name synonymous with seduction, a legend whispered in bedrooms for centuries. But Giacomo Casanova was far more than... more

Flagpole sitting is exactly what it sounds like: a person climbing on top of a towering pole, usually in the... more

William Mathias Scholl, also known as Dr. Scholl, was born in Indiana as one of 13 children. He studied... more

If you remember the early days of television, then you surely remember the variety show! From Ed Sullivan in the... more

John Chapman, also known as Johnny Appleseed, was a Christian evangelist one of the first American conservationists. He lived in... more

Every time you throw in some bluetooth ear buds and go for a walk, did you know that you are... more

Stede Bonnet was born into a wealthy English family on the island of Barbados in 1688. He had money, land... more

If you grew up somewhere in the southern US, you probably remember riding in the back of a pickup truck... more

Amelia Mary Earhart was an American aviation pioneer and writer. Because she was born in 1897, she grew up at... more

Do you remember going to recess at school, running around, getting hot and thirsty, and then lining up to get... more

Reformer or dictator? Napoleon Bonaparte was one of the greatest military strategists of all time and served as not only... more

Everyone loves shoes that fit just right. But did you know that not too long ago, people loved them enough... more

In today's world, Tesla is often associated with Elon Musk's electric car company. But the original Tesla was a brilliant... more

If you are over 40 years old, you probably remember going to the "All You Can Eat Buffet" with your... more

Beyond the shamrock lies a story of adventure, faith, and cultural transformation. Join us as we peel back the layers... more

There's nothing more 1970's than the mustache, the Camaro, and the waterbed. If you grew up in the 1970's or... more

One of the greatest industrialists of the 20th century, Howard Hughes was a man who built his own fame and... more

Just to be clear - we are not saying that litter is completely a thing of the past, because unfortunately,... more

When it comes to the kings of movie reviews, no one comes close to Siskel and Ebert. The duo brought... more

If you are over the age of 20, you probably remember when CD-ROMs were how you stored all the data... more

Bob Marley is considered one of the greatest musical pioneers ever. He uniquely blended elements of reggae, ska, and... more

Did you ever drop your film off to be developed at a Fotomat? In this episode of Dirt Nap City... more

Despite the name, Hanna Barbera was not the name of a character on a 1990's Disney show, nor was it... more

We recently had the opportunity to collaborate with Katie and Deborah from the podcast "It's My Screen Time Too" about... more

Season's Greetings from Dirt Nap City. If you are looking for the perfect gift to give your loved ones this... more

Happy Saint Nicholas Day! We are excited to share the story of Saint Nicholas with you today. Of course, Saint... more

Merv Griffin began singing on radio at age 19 and went on to become one of the biggest names in... more

At the peak of her fame, Julia Child was one of the most famous television celebrities in the United States.... more

Last time we explored the elements that make up what we call "rock and roll". This week we listen to... more

After a visit to the Rock and Roll hall of fame earlier this year, Alex and Kelly found themselves wondering... more

Women's athletics has changed greatly since the early 20th century. But one fact remains - Babe Didrikson Zaharias was one... more

Satchel Paige was a ground breaking pitcher with one of the longest careers in the history of professional baseball. He... more

P. T. Barnum was an American showman, businessman and politician remembered for promoting celebrated hoaxes (also called "humbugs") and... more

When it comes to titans of industry, it is difficult to imagine someone more influential than John D Rockefeller. At... more

Howard Cosell was a major figure on television in the middle of the twentieth century, but he was not necessarily... more

Love him or hate him, Jerry Springer is definitely one of the most interesting recent residents of Dirt Nap City.... more

Ray Kroc was an American businessman who purchased the fast food company McDonald's in 1961 from the McDonald brothers and... more

Betsy Ross is considered the mother of the American flag - the symbol of the United States. But did she... more

Walt Disney is a symbol of entertainment in America. From his early days of cell animation to his vision for... more

If you think Henry VIII was a violent man who killed thousands and beheaded his wives, you would be right.... more

Joseph Pilates developed a regiment he called “Contrology”, which later became known as "Pilates". This method had influences of:... more

Mother Teresa was a woman who helped other people throughout her life. Upon her death she was declared a... more

Thomas Alva Edison was one of the greatest inventors and entrepreneurs of the late 1800's and early 1900's. He was... more

One of the best selling books of all time is Baby And Child Care by Dr. Benjamin Spock. The book... more

Albert Einstein is considered one of the greatest minds of all time. But he was more than just a master... more

Who could have predicted that one day there would be a podcast that talks about Nostradamus? Well, Nostradamus probably could... more

Sir Ernest Shackleton was an explorer from a time when there were many unexplored places on our great planet. He... more

Dirt Nap City is the place where everyone, no matter who you are, will eventually go to live. And because... more

For many people, Valentine's day is a day of love and candy, but who was the actual Saint Valentine? And... more