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Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 11: The Alleged Marilyn Monroe/JFK AffairDid JFK and Marilyn Monroe have an affair? The answer is- most likely- but we may never know for sure. We discuss anyway.Enjoy girls, love you!GIRL HISTORIANS MERCH
2025-08-221h 22Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 10: The JFK Assassination TimelineToday we cover the timeline of the moment it happened- the beginning of the 60s and the end of JFK's presidency. Also, Lee Harvey Oswald was lowkey a freak.Okay love you byeeeeGIRL HISTORIANS MERCH
2025-08-151h 12Girl HistoriansThe Great Emu WarThis episode, the girls dive into the Great Emu War, a peculiar Australian conflict that proved how strong and terrifying birds are.We also chat immersive theatre, and the Justin Trudeau/Katy Perry date night.We'll be back on the Kennedys next week! We love you byeeeeeSheeps Clothing TheatreSubmering ArtistGIRL HISTORIANS MERCH
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Girl HistoriansSupermanToday the girls go on a little detour into the history of SUPERMAN, his roots and evolutions, and the new movie (we are obsessed)Also- we have a lengthy KPop chat which I know you have ALL been waiting for!!!!okay love you bye
2025-08-011h 26Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 9: The Spooky JFK/Lincoln SimilaritiesToday we go on a Kennedy-adjacent tangent and talk about the spooooooky coincidences between JFK and Abraham Lincoln. Was it fate? A curse? Meaningless? Or some other telling indicator of how we process historical events? Tune in now to find out!As always, we have little chats along the way/ok love you byeeeeeeeeeeeeGIRL HISTORIANS MERCH
2025-07-251h 08Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 8: Jackie Kennedy, First Lady of our HeartsAn extra long chatty section comes before we dive into the icon herself- Jackie Kennedy!!!! We also experiment with being a financial advice podcast and it goes OKAs always thank you so much for listening we love you byeee
2025-07-181h 40Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 7: JFK's Presidential RunCLASS OUTSIDE today as the girls go over JFK's presidential run!! We also chat pilates, the Toronto Fringe Festival, and the usual comings and goings of life!!!As always thank you so much for listening we love you byeee
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2025-06-271h 19Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 6: Kick Kennedy was a Real Life Emily in Paris Except She was also Cursedwelcome back to GH!! We're doing class outside again to study up on another tragic Kennedy. Kick was the rebel and romantic debutante who met her end far too early. Let's unpack!No birds this time but two children go by on scooters.love you!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Y...
2025-06-201h 07Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 5: JFK Enters Politics and Hates It (Kinda)We're back today recording in ANOTHER new location (the studio of our friends over at 30 Going on 13 pod) and talking JFK once he leaves the war, and enters politics. We also talk eyesight, shrooms, and other important things
2025-06-131h 25Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 4: Rosemary, the Hidden KennedyIt's class outside with Girl Historians! Today, we record outside underneath an active birdfeeder. We're back with episode 4 of our Kennedys series- this time covering Rosemary Kennedy, the hidden eldest daughter who was lobotomized. It's depressing guys, like really not good. We also talk Lilo and Stitch, the summer, and the many birds who drop by to visit in the episode.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover a...
2025-06-061h 34Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP.3: Jack Kennedy, War Hero.In this episode, the girls recount JFK and Joe Jr's involvement in WWII. The first Kennedy death and the beginning of JFK's rise to the top.We also have a little media recap of the stuff we've been enjoying and thinking about lol.RIP the lost videos :(Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl H...
2025-05-301h 25Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 2: Fancasting the Kennedys and a Young JFKWe are back swinging into our Kennedy content and bringing you a fancasting of our new cast of characters!!! We also delve deeper into a young JFK- and his sickly beginnings :(also, Blair acts like a Male manipulator and Carley sees a hawk!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on A...
2025-05-231h 18Girl HistoriansTHE KENNEDYS EP. 1: The Humble BeginningsWe are back!!! Welcome to the KENNEDYS!!!! (Curse of). Join us as we start to unpack the beginning of the Great American Dynasty that is the Kennedys, starting all the way back at their humble beginnings.We also have a lengthy catch-up chat and discuss the Canadian Election, Quebec, and improv (our favourite topics!)We're so happy to be back and we are so stoked for this season!!
2025-05-161h 21Girl HistoriansThe Trial of the RosenbergsIn this episode, the girls tell the tale of the Rosenbergs- the couple who were executed for espionage after being convicted for spying for the soviet union. Fun! We also have an intensive chat about One Direction, and pitch a new season idea.love you always bye
2025-04-181h 04Girl HistoriansThe Beatles Biopic CastingIn this very special opinions-based episode, the girls discuss the casting of the Beatles biopic- Paul Mescal as Paul, Harris Dickinson as John, Joseph Quinn as George, and Barry Keoghan as Ringo. It was simply too much of a historical event for us to ignore, so we've deviated from our regularly scheduled programming to bring you an hour of solid Carley and Blair opinions. Here you go girls!But don't worry! We also talk allergies and bird watching
2025-04-111h 28Girl HistoriansThe Dionne QuintupletsContinuing on our theme of "Canada". the girls discuss the Dionne Quintuplets, the 5 babies born in rural Ontario and became a depression-era sensation. This one is sad! Babies should not be a tourist attraction (hot take)We also discuss Broadway, of course.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on Acast. S...
2025-03-2858 min
Girl HistoriansWhen Canada Burned Down the White HouseIn this episode, the girls display a stunning show of patriotism while talking about when Canada (technically England still but shhh) burned down the White House during the war of 1812. We also mispronounce the name Cockburn, give our hot takes on the Canada/USA trade war, and discuss the dangers of traveling with your friends to Europe.Okay love you bye
2025-03-211h 22
Girl HistoriansTuberculosis and Franz Ferdinand (w/John Green)In this very special episode, Blair and Carley welcome icon and legend John Green to discuss one of the most consequential assassinations of all time and how tuberculosis contributed to making it all happen. We also discuss the merits of flip cup vs. beer pong.Thank you so much for listening!!! We'll see you soon!
2025-03-1446 min
The Bed Post PodcastIn The Studio With Girl HistoriansThis special episode pits Girl Historians against The Bed Post Podccast in a game called Stump The Whores. Hosted by Matt McCready!
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Girl HistoriansThe Shamrock Shake's ties to the IRA?in this very special St. Patrick's day episode, the girls cover the famed Mcdonald's Shamrock shake- and it's mascot Uncle O'Grimacey. Was he wiped from Mcdonald's marketing for his ties to the IRA? Was his characterization lowkey pretty offensive? Should we start an improv podcast? Tune in to this episode to learn more.as always we love you soooo much and thanks for listening
2025-03-071h 05Girl HistoriansSIX WIVES #7: The Messy Succession and End of the TudorsIn the finale episode of the Six Wives, Blair and Carley recap the reigns of all three of Henry VIII's children- a succession that's bloody and dramatic and ends with the conclusion of the tudor Dynasty.We also share our thoughts on social media, the trucker convey, and more!!! This is one of the chatty eps where the history starts around the 45 minute mark hehe.Love you all and see you next week!!!
2025-02-281h 24Girl HistoriansSIX WIVES #6: Catherine Parr, the Final WifeOn this episode, the girls recap the final wife of Henry VIII, Catherine Parr. The most married, most published, and most 6th wife of them all. We also cover, thoughts on modern dating, canned tuna, and the term "Folx"As always, thank you so much for tuning in girls! We love you and we will see u next week!!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola L...
2025-02-141h 07Girl HistoriansLizzie Borden took an Ax (w/Ashley Norton)On this ep of GH, the incredible Ashley Norton joins us to tell us the tale of Lizzie Borden, the alleged axe murderer of yore and star of the "Lizzie Borden took an Ax" poem.Lizzie Borden took an axAnd gave her mother forty whacks,And when she saw what she had done,She gave her father forty-one.Slay! Thanks for listening girls, we love you as always
2025-02-071h 58Girl HistoriansSIX WIVES #5: The Tragedy of Katherine HowardToday, the girls are coming back into the scene with the 5th wife of Henry VIII, Catherine Howard. Tbh, this is such a tragic story and a bit of a sadder episode. In a way, this is a perfect episode to end off january- the "nightmare month"As always thank you so much for tuning in girls
2025-01-311h 05Girl HistoriansWu Zetian: China's only Woman Emperor (w/Xiran Jay Zhao)In this VERY SPECIAL episode, we are honoured to welcome author, icon, and history genius Xiran Jay Zhao!!! Xiran and the girls go over the reign of Wu Zetian- the first and only female emperor of China AND the inspiration for the Iron Widow series. They also introduce the term "Gigachad" to the pod- frankly life-changing...We also, of course, have a quick detour into the French revolution...AS YOU DO!!!!Thank you so much for listening we love you!!
2025-01-241h 58Girl HistoriansSIX WIVES #4: Anne Of Cleves, Queen of Englandin the TRIUMPHANT return to our six wives of Henry XIII saga, Carley and Blair dive into Anne of Cleves, the 4th and the longest surviving wife. We unpack her reputation as the "ugly one" and her journey to gaining the title of the King's Sister.We also go into diners, smoking, and straight culture. THANKS AS ALWAYS FOR LISTENING GIRLS!!!
2025-01-171h 20Girl HistoriansA Very Chatty Welcome to 2025 and also Bob DylanWelcome back to Girl Historians!! It's 2025 and we are so stinking pumped for the year ahead girls. In this episode, we make up for the lack of a 10th icon by doing a very chatty episode loosely about Bob Dylan. We're so happy to be back!! ENJOY the ep!!!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube
2025-01-1057 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Amelia EarhartIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...In this episode, we cover aviation legend Amelia Earhart and her mysterious disappearance. Thank you so much for joining us for this series!! We literally can't wait to see what 2025 has in store!!! Until then stay safe and happy queens!!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan a...
2024-12-3021 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Stardew ValleyNOTE: yes we have skipped icon number 10 due to a devastating technical glitch, so we are skipping to icon 11. Hopefully we will remedy this soon!! So sorry girls.In honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...Today we talk about stardew valley and it's creator, Eric Barone!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and C...
2024-12-2819 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Harvey MilkIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...in this episode, we talk about Harvey Milk, the trailblazing gay politician. We also discuss the bad PR of bisexual women.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on Instagram
2024-12-2527 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Sweeney ToddIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...in this the 8th day of icons, we discuss Sweeney Todd, the iconic demon barber of Fleet street. Turns out, not a real guy. Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians o...
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Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Jimi HendrixIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...on the 7th day of icons my true love gave to me... a left handed guitaristIn this episode, we cover the tragically short life of the incredible Jimi Hendrix.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob Ollivier
2024-12-2125 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Patty HearstIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...on the 6th day of christmas my true love gave to me.... an unhinged kidnapping of an heiressIn this episode we cover the absolutely unhinged kidnapping of Patty Hearst by the SLA. Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: J...
2024-12-2025 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Zheng Yi SaoIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...In this episode we learn about Zheng Yi Sao, an iconic female pirate who SAILED the south China sea. Safe to say we are obsessed.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl H...
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Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Emily DickinsonIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...Today we bring you the ICONIC Emily Dickinson...a girl who was FOR the GIRLS if you know what we mean. Until next time!!! MWAhSign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola Lyttle
2024-12-1322 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Jack the RipperIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...In this episode we recount the horrible jack the ripper and it's pretty horrifying. We do not in any way have the stomachs for true crime. We also choose our serial killer monikers and also we have FUN!!!see u next time :)Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistorians
2024-12-1017 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: Louisa May AlcottIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...It's our little Girl Historians Advent Calendar!!!Next up, we've got Louisa May Alcott, and icon, a legend, and old-timey gay popstar.We also talk about capes and ponchos.Love all u girls!!! See u soon!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and C...
2024-12-0618 min
Girl HistoriansTHE 12 DAYS OF ICONS: OJ SimpsonIn honour of the Holiday Season, we are bringing you 12 DAYS OF ICONS a series of mini-eps covering some people from history that are ICONS!!! For better or for worse...It's our little Girl Historians Advent Calendar!!!Starting off Strong with OJ Simpson and his infamous murder trial. Love all u girls!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleG...
2024-12-0520 minGirl HistoriansThe History of Santa ClausIn this Girl Historians HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR The girls cover the history of Santa Claus, and frankly it is a lot freakier than you think it will be. Santa has a posse and they're all terrifying.We also cover our favourite Holiday movies and our love/hate relationship with the movie Love Actually.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians o...
2024-11-291h 23Girl HistoriansSIX WIVES #3: Jane Seymour, The Only One He Truly Loved?"We're Call Her Daddy for girls who had a Hamilton phase" - CarleyIn this episode the girls recount the tragically short life and times of Jane Seymour, the 3rd wife of Henry VIII and the only wife who gave him a son. What was her deal? Naturally, we investigate.We also cover our thoughts on Ferris Bueller's Day Off and the us election :(Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic b...
2024-11-221h 09Girl HistoriansThe Sordid History of Joe Rogan W/Brendan KaneHi girls, this was recorded pre-american election, so if you're wondering why we don't cover his involvement... that's why. In this episode, comedian and friend of the pod Brendan Kane walks the girls through the history of Mr. Joseph Rogan and his strange and contemtable actions throughout his career. This ep is a bit more R-rated than usual and it's Brendan's fault. We also discuss Pitch Perfect, Improv comedy, and Brendan's batman costume.Blair and Brendan's Show in Toronto!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes...
2024-11-151h 33Girl HistoriansSIX WIVES #2: Anne Boleyn is BratToday we talk about Anne Boleyn, and Henry VIII's descent into being a tyrant. Don't lose your head!We also discuss evil condos and Carley getting cancelled on letterboxd.It's a lot of info so strap in girls!!!!!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
2024-11-081h 16Girl HistoriansSpooky Halloween Mary Shelley EpisodeBOO! Special early episode drop for Halloween where the girls cover Mary Shelley!!! In the studio for the first time and the girls have a sound board, so if you LOVE sound effects this is the episode for you!!!!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...
2024-10-311h 24Girl HistoriansSIX WIVES #1: Catherine of Aragon, Pious IconIn the first episode of SEASON FOUR Blair walks Carley through the first wife of King Henry VIII- Warrior queen and pious legend Catherine of Aragon.Also the girls dunk on musical comedy and spoil house of the dragon. sorry.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See a...
2024-10-251h 06Girl HistoriansSEASON 4 ANNOUNCEMENT!!Announcing season 4 of Girl Historians! Starting October 25th! Don't lose your head...Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-1801 minGirl HistoriansThe Incredibly Sad, Highly Requested, Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire EpisodeIn the finale of our summer school season, the girls recap the extremely devastating tale of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. It is so sad. My god it is so sad. Luckily, the girls also break out their Donald Trump impressions, so not all is lost!Thank you for joining us for summer school!! We truly had a blast and will be back sooner than you know with SEASON FOOOOUUURRRRR!!!!Let's go girls.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted...
2024-10-041h 07Girl HistoriansTop 6 Messiest Beatles MomentsThe girls wrap up the Beatles' messiest moments in this penultimate episode of the summer school season!!!!!ALSO Carley saw Maisie Peters at a bookstore. Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-272h 00
Girl HistoriansThe Curse of the Kohinoor Diamond w/Rhys NaylorThe girls are joined by comedian and boyfriend of Carley, Rhys Naylor, as we walk through the 1851 Great Exhibition and the cursed history of the Kohinoor Diamond (which is a cursed diamond that has a curse- for men!)We also have a short but alarming conversation about Barron Trump!Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneSpecial Guest: Rhys NaylorMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl H...
2024-09-201h 39Girl HistoriansYoko OnoThe Girls discuss Yoko Ono and her life from childhood to her ongoing contributions to art and the WORLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Also, a huge Carley update, more taylor swift takes, and the trials and tribulations of the Toronto International Film Festival.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on A...
2024-09-131h 41Girl HistoriansPaul is Dead and the Death of John LennonThe girls chat the Beatles after break up, the "Paul is Dead" conspiracy theory, and the death of John Lennon.They also find time to unpack Gaylor and say goodbye to poop summer.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-09-061h 33Girl HistoriansIn Defense of John Lennon & Yoko Ono (Or Who Broke Up The Beatles?)The girls unpack The Beatles journey from 1964 until their breakup in 1970 and also reluctantly defend John Lennon.They also defend Winnepeg Manitoba.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-08-301h 54Girl HistoriansBEATLEMANIAYou might be thinking, why is there an extended conversation about the Prisoner of Azkaban in an episode about Beatlemania? Good question!The girls track the Beatles through their breakthrough and journey to taking over the world (via British invasion) and as always, cover other important topics like Blair's neighbors drinking too much soda.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians o...
2024-08-231h 28Girl HistoriansFour Boys from Liverpool and Their Hot Friend Pete BestBlair leads Carley through the history of the Beatles, covering their pre-fame years and dissecting what made John Lennon the way he was.We also discuss poop in various forms, Idina Menzel, and Blair sings a scary e-girl song and kinda ruins the vibe for a full ten minutes. Always lots of fun on Girl Historians AS USUAL.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola Lyttle
2024-08-161h 38Girl HistoriansThe Princess Diana Diaries 4: Conspiracy Theories and the Horrible Cars Known as FiatsJoin the girls in the final installment of our Princess Diana deep dive, as we retrace Diana's final hours and the conspiracy theories surrounding her death.We also talk cottage politics, the beautiful province of Newfoundland, and FINALLY address the Junkook/Diana reincarnation accusations.Sign up on Patreon for ad-free early episodes, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on Youtube
2024-08-091h 05Girl HistoriansThe Princess Diana Diaries 3: Affairs, Betrayals, and TamponsPART 2 OF PART 2...which of course makes this part 3.We continue our journey through Princess Diana's life during her marriage to Charles, including a STUN-NING reenactment of the famous leaked Charles and Diana phone calls.The girls also talk getting caught in the rain, plot twists, spoilling Pretty little liars, and summer blues.
2024-07-261h 14Girl HistoriansThe Princess Diana Diaries 2: Royal EngagementPART ONE OF TWO!!! Much like Lord of the Rings or Wicked or Breaking Dawn.Our Princess Diana saga continues as we cover Princess Diana's engagement and early marriage. We also experiment with new, fun, podcast dynamics, such as eating candy directly into the microphone and throwing things across the room! We like to keep it fresh here on Girl Historians. The girls also have their first fight, talk about Elton John and his shopping addiction, and Carley finally reveals her rising sign! Sign up on Patreon for episodes a...
2024-07-1956 minGirl HistoriansPrincess Diana: The Early YearsWelcome to our very first mini-season of Summer School! PRINCESS DIANAIn this ep, Carley and Blair go over Diana's pre-engagement years, before she was the people's (and specifically, the girl's) princess.We also go over the Bubly DJ at Pride, ski lifts, and both girls are having summer meltdowns.Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneEdited by: Harlow CastilloMusic by: Jacob...
2024-07-121h 22Girl HistoriansThe Great Molasses FloodThe girls go over the Great Molasses Flood and honestly girls it was really tragic. We also go over Bridgerton (again), the lesbian elite, and drink aperol spritzes. Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneEdited by: Harlow CastilloMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola LyttleGirl Historians on InstagramGirl Historians on YoutubeHave suggestions or feedback? Email us...
2024-07-051h 00
Girl HistoriansThe Cursed Fleetwood Mac EpisodeListen girls, we're changing our audio set up for this season and no change goes over entirely smoothly. we tried to record this once and ruined the audio completely. We tried again, and the audio came out...a bit funky. But in the spirit of summer being a bit messy, here's the ep, CURSE AND ALL!!!!We talk Fleetwood Mac, the Great Gatsby musical, Carley drinks a gross cocktail. What more could you want?Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistorians...
2024-06-281h 11
Girl HistoriansLesbians and Gays Support the MinersWE ARE BACK WITH GIRL HISTORIANS: SUMMER SCHOOL!in this season, we will be doing smaller topics that we want to explore- perfect for summer beach brainin this special PRIDE episode, Blair and Carley discuss LGSM, aka the inspiration for the seminal classic "Pride" (2014). Blair cries a few times. Carley talks about the Marauders. We're sooooooo back.Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneEdited by: Allie Graham...
2024-06-211h 00Girl HistoriansWe're in SalemSign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola Lyttlev1.04Thanks to Destination Salem for covering some of the trip.Have suggestions or feedback? Email us at girlhistorians@gmail.comFor business inquiries email us at uncarley@zigguratxyz.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-05-311h 04Girl HistoriansThe Salem Industrial ComplexIn the last 'normal' episode of the Salem Witch Files, we saw Challengers, Blair tells Carley about how Salem embraced its history, boys kissing, the ethics of dark tourism, the dirty boy versus the clean boy, and what dark places we'd like to visit.Next week: ...Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola Lyttlev1.00
2024-05-241h 11Girl HistoriansExecutions & Aftermath & Drake & KendrickCarley and Blair have half-formed opinions on the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef, a timeline of everyone in Salem saying sorry about getting all those witches killed, and a new target for who they want on the podcast.Next week, the Salem Witch Files finale (kinda).Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola Lyttlev1.01
2024-05-171h 42Girl HistoriansThe Weirdest Salem Witch Trials Pop CultureWith the Salem Witch Files winding down, Blair and Carley catch up on summer plans, board games, and insights from eavesdropping on a therapist. Then, Carley talks about some favorite pop culture that inspired by the Salem trials, including an excuse to talk about Gothic literature and Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, Blair revealing she's a nerd, and the Scooby-Doo movie that turned Carley gay.Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob Moden
2024-05-101h 17Girl HistoriansWicked (Part 2)Get cozy as Blair takes Carley behind the scenes of the musical, from its inception through its legacy. Also, we learned not to advertise the podcast with dead dogs.Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola Lyttlev1.01Have suggestions or feedback? Email us at girlhistorians@gmail.comFor business inquiries email us...
2024-05-0355 minGirl HistoriansWicked (Part 1)Was this whole Salem Witch Trials podcast just a Trojan horse to talk about a musical? Kinda. This week, Blair and Carley talk about why they love the musical, and recap its plot. (Next week: talking about the behind the scenes.)Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola Lyttlev1.02Have suggestions or feedback? Email...
2024-04-261h 07Girl HistoriansWomen of Salem Invented Gay PopCarley leads Blair through a deeper-dive on some of the women convicted of witchcraft in the Salem Witch Trials. And, JoJo Siwa.Also: voice notes, the eclipse, another lie we told, The Giving Tree, Anne Putnam Sr's egg bites, allies, the hottest ages, fashion tips mixed with traumatic horrors, tall men, biased obituaries, and our new favorite fact about Dorcas Hoar.Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob Moden
2024-04-191h 43Girl HistoriansWitch Trial ConspiraciesFungal bread. Land grabs. Bored girls. And defining what the devil even is. Carley and Blair drink Wayne Gretzky's white wine and address, debunk, and occasionally embrace the biggest conspiracy theories about the Salem Witch Trials.Also: nepo landlords, bed bugs and pest problems, shower song setlists, audition diarrhea, bull**it college projects, cancer paranoia, book recs, that Prince Andrew interview, what Carley’s afraid to say on the podcast, where the devil is, the dagger on the New York Times bestseller list, short men, boredom, and creating a new conspiracy together.Sign up...
2024-04-121h 40Girl HistoriansBustin' the Men of SalemAfter no one asked, Blair and Carley look deeper at the lineup of men executed in the Salem witch trials.If you ever thought “I wish they wouldn't sing so many musical theater songs,” never before has a Monkey's Paw curled so hard.Subscribe to our Patreon to get early episodes and bonuses (like a Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire mini-episode)Plus: The 1975, "edgy" podcasts, why we’d never date Taylor Swift, insurrection sitcoms, Neil Cicierega’s remix of the “Ghostbusters” theme (VERY IMPORTANT), a Rhys cameo, George Burroughs actually being bad, and at least...
2024-04-051h 10Girl HistoriansThe "2 Executed Dogs" Comedy HourEveryone asked for it, so here’s an episode where Carley and Blair (try not to) talk about the two dogs that were executed for witchcraft. In a new Girl Historians tradition, it only took 5 or 6 episodes into the season to lose their minds. There’s lots of singing.Also: Blair won the Princess Diana award at Toronto Sketchfest, lots of singing, Breaking Bad spoilers, bad drug experiences, addressing a Truthtanic controversy, St. Paddy’s Day, James Acaster’s new “Hecklers Welcome” stand-up show, comments on the podcast, hog videos, your mom’s weird friends, little pugs hexing yo...
2024-03-291h 03Girl HistoriansThe Crucible's John Proctor is the VillainCarley and Blair jump forward in time to review two stageplays related to the Salem witch trials: Arthur Miller's 1952 McCarthyism allegory The Crucible, and Kimberly Belflower's 21st-century response, John Proctor is the Villain. Plus, a mini-episode on the Red Scare!Also, Carley was on The Social, aka Canada's version of The View.Also: being a small town's mysterious outsider, nice Karens, impressing your childhood self, compliments from older generations, comparisons to celebrities, John Proctor is a Mary Sue, John Proctor is a bad husband, John Proctor is a bad father, 60’s liberalism being ou...
2024-03-221h 24Girl HistoriansBest of Truthtanic | Girl Historians Season 1Now that we've moved on to witches, take a trip down memory lane with some favourite moments from Girl Historians season 1, as Blair and Carley investigate what REALLY happened to that famous good boat, the RMS Titanic.Salem Witch Files returns next week!Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierTruthtanic cover artist: Heather LundriganGirl Historians cover...
2024-03-151h 43Girl HistoriansMisconceptions and the Wicked TrailerIt's a lighter episode this week - like watching Bill Nye instead of having science class - as Blair leads Carley through what people get wrong about the Salem witch trials. Also: career changes, musical theater girls ruining their own lives, and a secret handshake for listeners to learn.Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierCover artist: Nicola Lyttlev1.03
2024-03-081h 07Girl HistoriansLive Show (w/ Guest Historians Kenley Ku, Brendan Kane, Sarah Bennett, and Ben Sosa-Wright)To celebrate the podcast coming back, Blair and Carley gathered their comedian friends and demanded THEY tell some history for a goddamn change. Recorded February 15, 2024 at Bar Orwell in Toronto.Featuring! (Spoilers)Kenley Ku on fake pyramidsBrendan Kane on the most homoerotic day in American historySarah Bennett on McLennonBen Sosa-Wright on the first lesbianSign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneSpecial guests: Kenley Ku, Brendan Kane, Sarah Bennett, Ben...
2024-03-011h 02Girl HistoriansFirst AccusationsCarley tells Blair about the first accusations of witchcraft in Salem against Sarah Good, Sarah Osborne, and Tituba.And after two episodes, they FINALLY search for witch trial porn.Plus: Infinite Jest, Smash, Lemonade Mouth, The Social Network, Toms shoes, jalapeno poppers, spectral evidence, children at Boston Pizza, alternate birth control, storytime not clickbait, how Blair and Carley met, and more.Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced...
2024-02-231h 39Girl HistoriansPeople Went Crazy Over Witchcraft Because Everything Sucked... and Energy DrinksBlair leads Carley through some history of how witchcraft was perceived pre-Salem... and they have witch-themed energy drinks. Brought to you by Alani Witch's Brew! (not really) Plus: nicknames, Broadway, Lavender marriages, January depression, university depression, milk, Etsy spells, friends getting mad about Tarot readings, samurais and bandeaus, the Renaissance, The Da Vinci Code, familiars, North Korea, girlbosses, Virginia Woolf, Michael Jackson, gothic horror, and more.Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley Thorne
2024-02-161h 25Girl HistoriansSalem Witch Trials Timeline and FancastsBlair and Carley are back, they hate the Titanic now, they're only about witches. Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansWelcome to the Salem Witch Files! Carley and Blair start the new season (after some movie talk) with an overview, timeline, and casting choices for the Salem Witch Trials, so that before diving deeper in later episodes, you know who, like, the illiterate doctor is. (They're played by Lea Michele.)Also: season 2 and Patreon housekeeping, ski jump noses, Charles Melton, Mean Girls the...
2024-02-091h 42Girl HistoriansTrailer | Girl Historians: Salem Witch FilesTruthtanic is now Girl Historians! The Titanic is dead to us! Comedians and wannabe historians Blair MacMillan and Carley Thorne are back February 9th for the first episode of Girl Historians season 2: the Salem Witch Files.... OR, you can listen to the episode right now on our new Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GirlHistoriansSign up for:audio and video episodes early and ad-free (Salem Witch Files episode 1 audio up now!)our watch-along commentary track for the Titanic movie (part 1 up now!)little deleted and extra bits from episodesother bonuses like Q&A...
2024-02-0203 min
Girl HistoriansThe Future and We Saw Titanic: The MusicalIn the Truthtanic season finale and last episode about the RMS Titanic, Blair and Carley talk about their big takeaways from the season, give their review of Titanic: The Musical, and also reveal who fucked up or whatever the premise of this show was.Plus: rich YouTubers, karma and magic, Aaron Sorkin inspiring socialism, elderly musical theater actors clocking in, and a PSA if you're in high school.Coming early 2024: the Salem B**** Trials.Hosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic...
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Girl HistoriansTitanic the MovieCarley and Blair go behind the scenes of the iconic 1997 James Cameron/Leonardo DiCaprio/Kate Winslet Best Picture-winning movie, Titanic. Nudity! Scenes filmed backwards! Clam chowder spiked with drugs! It has nothing to do with the mystery of the shipwreck but it's a very good movie.(They also talk about Montreal, Canadian authors, Lion King sequels, criminal uncles, Aritzia, children's haunted eyes, celebrities they'd be friends with, and their cast for a 2023 Titanic remake.)Next week: the finaleCome watch Titanic with us in Toronto on December 20th at Hot...
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Girl HistoriansTitanic Pop Culture (w/ Tim Blair)Carley and Blair and guest Tim Blair (TallBoyz) talk about some of the major depictions of the Titanic disaster in pop culture - including a movie about the Titanic ending the cold war, the moderately cursed Titanic: The Musical, and wanting to see Titanique. (The James Cameron movie gets its own episode next week.) Plus: kid liars, more Lin Manuel-Miranda, the Thumb movie series, burst tendons in Georgia, fake Mexican aliens, John Wilkes Booth, teen Fringe festivals, Club Penguin, and dream Titanic media projects.Check out Tim's project Sidetracked Show on YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram!
2023-11-271h 10
Girl HistoriansThe WreckCarley and Blair celebrate our Lord and Savior, Robert D. Ballard, seemingly the only person racing to find the Titanic's wreck who wasn't just promoting his ping pong business or whatever. Plus: getting humbled, Enola Holmes, waiting for the invitation, Jack Grimm, certain Toronto mansions, teachers getting too method in history class, Paul Mescal, mispronouncing words, and the year is, famously, 2023.We love you, Rachel Zegler.Hosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierTruthtanic cover artist: Heather Lundrigan
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Girl HistoriansTitanic Conspiracies"The energy... it's like we drank a bottle of wine before recording this."Blair and Carley review some of the major Titanic conspiracies that have popped up in the last century (fake ships?! JP Morgan?! Mummies?! Different definitions of ice?!) but get very side-tracked on Anne with an E, cults, the royal family, Joe Biden and a chain, "edgy" comedians, hating Charles Dickens, strong chins, and more singing. If you've thought "I wish they wouldn't talk about the Titanic so much on this podcast," this the episode for you.Not a joke, this...
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Girl HistoriansThe Aftermath (w/ Ben Sosa-Wright)Blair and Carley are joined by comedian Ben Sosa-Wright to dissect the immediate fallout of the disaster: a movie made within 31 days, government inquiries, and the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.The video talked about at the end of the podcastHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneSpecial Guest: Ben Sosa-WrightProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierTruthtanic cover artist: Heather Lundriganv1.00Have suggestions or feedback? Email us at girlhistorians@gmail.comFor business...
2023-10-301h 06
Girl HistoriansThe SinkingCarley and Blair dare to review the official timeline of the night the Titanic sunk... April 14th to 15th, 1912. Plus: Newsies, hangovers, astrology, the worst April Fool's joke ever, callbacks to the potato washing room, and role-playing how they'd have Mark Wahlberg'd this tragedy. This one's kind of a funny, then sad, then funny sandwich.Hosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierTruthtanic cover artist: Heather Lundriganv1.05Have suggestions or feedback? Email us at girlhistorians@gmail...
2023-10-221h 21
Girl HistoriansKey Passengers and CrewIn part 2 of the investigation, Carley and Blair review the most famous suspects. How many shipwrecks can the Unsinkable Molly Brown survive without people asking questions? Plus: oral fixations, lots of singing, Jerry Seinfeld's stand-up driving people to the lifeboats, and which other modern celebrities wouldn't survive if the Titanic disaster happened today.Hosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierTruthtanic cover artist: Heather Lundriganv1.02Have suggestions or feedback? Email us at girlhistorians@gmail.com
2023-10-141h 07
Girl HistoriansThe ShipBlair and Carley welcome you to Truthtanic, the only show brave enough to ask: what happened to the RMS Titanic in 1912? In part 1 of the investigation, our hosts explain what to expect in each episode, their personal fixations with the historic disaster, some of the key features of the ship, and obviously, which amenities they'd use for dirty hook-ups.Hosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierTruthtanic cover artist: Heather Lundriganv1.1Have suggestions or feedback? Email...
2023-10-0653 min
Girl HistoriansTrailer | Girl Historians: TruthtanicComedians Blair MacMillan and Carley Thorne have spent months obsessing over the Titanic. Like, pre-submersible. In season 1 of Girl Historians, they'll (genuinely) recap the history of the famous 1912 disaster, and (less genuinely) try to figure out: what actually happened?Sign up on Patreon for episodes a week early and ad-free, plus bonuses! patreon.com/GirlHistoriansHosted by: Blair MacMillan and Carley ThorneProduced by: Rob ModenMusic by: Jacob OllivierTruthtanic cover artist: Heather LundriganGirl Historians cover artist: Nicola Lyttlev3.01
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