Nailing History
Introducing "Nailing History," the podcast where two friends attempt to nail down historical facts like they're trying to assemble IKEA furniture without the manual. Join Matt and Jon (or Jon and Matt) as they stumble through the annals of time, armed with Wikipedia, Chat GPT, and a sense of reckless abandon.
In each episode, Matt and Jon pick a historical event that tickles their curiosity (and occasionally their funny bone) and dissect it like a frog in biology class—except they're the frogs, and they have no idea what they're doing. From ancient civilizations to modern mishaps, they cover it all with the finesse of a bull in a china shop.
But wait, there's more! In between butchering historical names and dates, Matt and Jon take a break to explore the intersection of history and pop culture. Ever wondered if Cleopatra would have been a TikTok sensation? Yeah, neither have they, but that won't stop them from imagining it in excruciating detail.
So grab your popcorn and prepare to laugh, cringe, and possibly learn something (though don't hold your breath). With Matt and Jon leading the charge, "Nailing History" is the only podcast where you're guaranteed to leave scratching your head and questioning everything you thought you knew about the past. After all, who needs a PhD when you've got two clueless buddies and a microphone?
Nailing History
Special Edition: The Simpson Saga, Part 4: The Bronco Chase, at last!
In this episode of the Nailing History Podcast, Matt, Jon, and special guest Emily M. strap in for a wild ride down memory lane—quite literally! They dive into the infamous OJ Simpson Bronco chase like investigative historians armed with puns and plenty of caffeine.
Emily M., our guest sleuth, brings a fresh perspective to the events of that infamous day, wondering aloud if OJ could have made better getaway vehicle choices—perhaps a sports car for extra speed?
As they dissect the chase, they ponder the crucial questions: Did OJ's escape plan involve more than just freeways? Could he have been chased by paparazzi instead of police? And why didn't he stop for a bathroom break during those five hours?
Jon, always the skeptic, suggests OJ was just looking for a drive-thru open late, while Matt theorizes OJ was actually practicing for his next role in a Hollywood blockbuster.
Throughout the episode, they expertly balance humor with historical accuracy, weaving in anecdotes about OJ's glove fiasco and the cultural impact of this bizarre moment in television history. Emily M. keeps the laughs coming with her spot-on impressions of news anchors trying to fill airtime.
By the end, they conclude that OJ's Bronco chase wasn't just a footnote in history—it was the ultimate slow-speed car chase that united a nation in front of their TVs, popcorn in hand, and forever etched in the annals of pop culture.
Tune in to this hilarious episode of the Nailing History Podcast for a crash course in car chases, celebrity scandals, and the unbreakable bond of three podcast hosts over a love of nailing down history with a dash of humor!