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“Back in the early 2000s I used to listen to every single episode of Hometown Tales, this is one of the classics that got me into podcasts in the first place. Brilliantly selected and produced, entertaining, likable hosts... Gene and Bryan, please keep up the good work, I am looking forward to...”Read full review »
uli23 via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
05/31/20
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“I've listened to a few episodes now, and it's 90% just b-sing between each other. Very little actual content, and when they do get around to it, most of the time they don't seem to know what they're talking about. In the one episode that eventually got around to talking about the paranormal,...”Read full review »
CasualCostumer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/16
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“Light, funny and really interesting.”
Q% via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/25/15
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“The triumphant return of a sorely missed Gene & Bryan.”
adj575 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/15
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“Great Podcast i love the wierd news but sad new Shows come around now just dicovered this podcast so been listening to all the older shows. Hope some time opens up for yall to do this regularly again!”
xXShifftyXx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/14
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““Hometown Tales” is one of my all time favorite podcasts. Gene and Bryan do a fantastic job telling stories about local towns from around the world. Their banter and interest in local history is something to look forward to with each episode…I only wish they could produce the show more often. ...”Read full review »
SteveRunner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/09/13
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“I wish they still posted new episodes, as I find this show extremely addicting!”
Heiko N. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/13
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“Been listening for years and my first podcast that I have ever listened to keep it up
Your biggest fan Z”
Z-Ali via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/28/12
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“I live this show! I hope that more are on the way.”
ManInTheKnow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/12
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“I have just finished listening to all the podcast from the beginning and I enjoyed each and everyone. Took me since January but was well work it! It made my day go by faster as I was sitting at work! I can wait for the next show I hope they come back and make one soon!”
Cvaz25 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/02/12
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“Great news for your fans here in Belgium, the King has declared a national holiday! Funniest and best pod cast on the net:)”
Laura in Belgium via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
04/28/12
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“i love this show! I recently started over again @ number 1 and im amazed at the things i missed the first time around. keep up the good work boy's. peg jones”
peg jones via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/12
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“I love this podcast. Keep up the great work guys. Great to have you back!”
Imbd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/12
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“I haven't even listened to the new episode yet but HTT is one of my favorite podcasts. It must be hard to keep a show going when life is always getting in the way but I'm glad to see you boys are not giving up. I unsubscribed when Bryan siad he was all done with the show for now, but I kept...”Read full review »
EZ Bone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/12
“Gene and Bryan are back and better than ever. These two will bring tales from your childhood and from one end of this country to the other. They put alot of prep into every podcast, each one worth every minute put aside to listen to.”
Paul in Va. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/12
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“Wow, I guess I never knew just how much I loved you guys... while you guys were on. Now that Hometown Tales seem to be no more, I am devastated. I've re-downloaded the old episodes and will probably continue to listen to reruns until my personal grieving period is over.
There are so many themes...”Read full review »
Jesaca via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/12
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“Miss you guys!!!!!!”
LemondropG via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/12
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“Informative, funny, great listening. I enjoy the two different formats from regular show to themed show. Keep up the great work. And in closing Squanto was a Native American”
LukeEl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/25/11
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“Bryan & Gene are amazing together. The humor is so off the beaten path, its just great to listen to. And the guys keep me awake while driving home at 2 am.
Loved the Disney podcasts - listened to the while driving to WDW.”
suznwdwfan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/13/11
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“I agree that part of the appeal of the show is the un-organization or lack of knowledge on certain topics. Banter is funny, Im a little sad the shows aren't as regular as they used to be, still look forward to each one.”
candi_b via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/11
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“Love the banter these guys have! Part of the appeal is the hit and miss on various topics. It's not a news show, simply two guys having fun tossing around speculation. Good light hearted take on heavy topics. Of course when you go at it long and hard for 300+ shows you might loose a little steam....”Read full review »
willterrell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/11
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“Gene and Bryan have been on my podcast rotation for the better part of two years, and I have yet to listen to a boring show. It doesn't matter if they're talking about pork roll or La Llarona, each episode is packed with great stories, friendly banter and an overall fun atmosphere. It's really...”Read full review »
Maseca! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/10
“I don't drive anywhere in my car without listening to HT. I've been listening backwards from the latest to the first for a year and a half now and it never gets old. Gene and Bryan's chemistry is awesome...I almost listen for their banter more than the stories now...don't get me wrong...the...”Read full review »
Potoroo via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/14/10
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“Used to be one of my favorite podcasts but lately it seems they're just going through the motions. It's become a wikipedia recitation on the topic of the week.”
RST10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/22/10
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“I listened to one of your recent podcasts today and I feel let down by some of the comments made by Brian. Why must you put down other podcasts and websites? I thought that you would be above that. You aren't the first podcast/website to have Tales or Hometown in their title. I don't know how...”Read full review »
jsseegars via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/10
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“Do these guys do any research on their topics at all? I constantly embrassed for them at the number of stuff they get wrong or don't know. This show is really not worth your time.”
Brigdh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/10
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“Now bow to your masters.”
Zombiehead79 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/10
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“These guys are AWESOME! I love their twisted sense of humor. They aren't afraid to be "unpolitically correct". They never mean to be rude to anyone but they just say what ever pops out of their mouth and they laugh about it too, which makes me laugh even more! Do you know how hard it is not to...”Read full review »
harleydiva1971 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/09
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“Every week I am looking for this podcast!!! Great show to listen to while commuting into NY!! I get to listen to interesting facts and sometimes get a good laugh. I wish it would actually come out more than once a week.”
Raul from Wayne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/09
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“I love this podcast.. Its such a diverse mix of exactly you want to listen to if you want a excellent quality and always amusing podcast. The topics range from grim to hillarious and never gets boring.These guys are committed to podcasting unlike so many decent podcasts that fade away and because...”Read full review »
Sassafra_uk via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/17/09
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“I just recently discovered these podcasts and LOVE THEM! I listen to one, or two, every morning while having my tea and breakfast. Keep 'em coming!!”
maudelynn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/30/09
“I have just finished all 280 episodes after 4 months of listening to the archived episodes. Gene and Bryan explores urban legends of the world, but primarily the midwest and NJ. They talk about everything from finger tips found in bowls of chilis, the ultimate sandwich of Oregon, places where...”Read full review »
Gotham Historian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/09
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“Have listened since the begining. I always learn something new and interesting. Great Production Value, Always interesting, Never Dull! The whole package. Myth's and Folklore in a very organic form, Two dudes just chilling and talking about cool stuff, Who cares if it is all true?!!?!!”
Jym From Jersey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/09
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“These guys are very close to producing a good paranormal podcast. Maybe my expectations are wrong. I expected a paranormal-themed podcast largely composed of tales and reports of the supernatural. What I found instead are two kinda funny guys with good chemistry who sound like they think they're...”Read full review »
Not Michelle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/09
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“i LOVE this podcast! they say every town has a tale and if it does, gene & bryan can find it! this show covers folklore, urban legends, cryptids ( as in cryptozoology), ghost stories,strange or somewhat unknown tales about your state & tons of great and unusual topics. if you like the strange &...”Read full review »
carmilla D via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/09
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“I love the interaction between these guys, and I love that they don't care whether the stories are true or not: it's the stories that matter. These guys obviously have a background in TV or radio production as this is one of the best sounding podcasts out there and the vidcasts are very high...”Read full review »
Podicle via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/31/09
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“Stumbled across this podcast by chance - and I love it! I have down loaded all the episodes I could find on here (going back to 2005) and I'm working my way through them all, Gene & Bryan are excellent guys, both very funny & witty. These guys are highly recommended A++++”
Car-sick-kitty via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/30/09
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“What every podcast should aspire to be.”
crazylawnmowerguy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/09
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“I have been listening to this show for about 3 years now and I still can't wait for each episode to be released. These guys dive into topics that I love... the wierd, the strange, and the unexplained...along with flat out cool stories. Very professionally done also. Keep it up fellas.”
WMRBB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/09
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“Anyone who likes myths and local legends needs to give this a download. Fill what ever audio player you use, burn an entire case of audio cd's, anything you've got to do, do it. You wont regret it. Reliable weekly updates, great hosts, first class audio quality, and I've been pimping them out to...”Read full review »
VilaWolf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/09
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“I love this show!! Gene and Bryan are hilarious and have a lot of fun. I just wish the show was longer, 30 minutes isn't long enough! I look forward to it every week, keep up the great work!!”
Capn Awesome via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/12/08
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“I've been listening to Hometown Tales for quite awhile now and it remains at the top of my list. I love you guys!”
Haley_ATL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/08
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Gregorio Roth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/08
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“I have had such a great time listening to Hometown Tales. This is a rare podcast in that the hosts take their stories with a grain of salt. It's obvious from their presentation that they have a healthy dose of skepticism, yet enjoy the folky aspects of paranormal stories for what they are. ...”Read full review »
Gary 7 Infiltrator via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/21/08
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“Gene and Bryan make a great team. They're witty and funny and their shows are always entertaining. GREAT podcast!”
audrylucy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/08
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“i listen to this when i go to sleep. I think I have a bit of a crush on Bryan. :-)”
nycmichelle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/01/08
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“This podcast is excellent. I listen to it every week. Keep the tales coming guys.”Read full review »
diahonia via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/28/08
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“If your looking for a nice place to kick back, listen to some good BS stories and enjoy 20 min to an hour. This is the podcast for you. They cover all different types of tales from all over the USA, but even include some worldy ones as well.”Read full review »
Mpdc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/08
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“best podcast under the genre of folklore in my opinion. keep up the great work Gene and Bryan!”
mafds817 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/04/08
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