The Jocular Pugilists
Two clueless individuals, who completely understand how misinformed they are‚ the Jocular Pugilists fearlessly explore their combined incompetence while seeking the truth behind the world's mysteries and its complicated occupants. With thirty-seven years of friendship, one global pandemic, three thousand miles between them, and countless ridiculous opinions—what could go wrong? They are the Jocular Pugilists.
The Jocular Pugilists
From Powdered Wigs to Fidget Spinners: Four Centuries of Fads
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The Jocular Pugilists
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Season 10
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Episode 13
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Step into a time machine of trends! In this episode, we journey from the 17th century to today, exploring the wildest fads that captured people’s imaginations. From powdered wigs and hoop skirts to tulip mania, fidget spinners, and Crocs, we dive into each era’s unforgettable crazes. So join us for a lighthearted romp through history’s most offbeat trends—no time travel required, just a good sense of humor!
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A Thanksgiving message from the Pugilist!
Phil and Tomas debate with a fad is
Historical fads from powdered wigs to tulips
The fads of our childhood from Tupperware to Dr. Atkins
Tomas no idea what a flash mob is, the fads of the 90s and 2000s
Fads you can hold in your hands
Tomas quizzes Phil on 1970's trucker CB radio lingo
Phil has a realization about fads
