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“But it wasn’t. The stupid dramatized cutaways absolutely killed the show. This is a hugely important part of American history, especially in light of current events like January 6, and they turned it into a joke.”
Solarbeef via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/23
“So much fun. Mostly stuff I was at least marginally aware of. Like Mad magazine meets Howard Zinn. Nicely presented historical hilarity. Worth a listen!”
Diremax via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/23/23
“This was such a great ride! Hilarious and informative -- delicious AND nutritious! Props to the whole team that made this, and that Joe Kinosian guy (music + 8000 characters) should get awards in all the categories!”
ajo78 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/23
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“Just tell the story. The voices are terrible.”
StlNate via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/23
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“I read General Butler’s book 20 years ago during the Iraq War. This book would be banned today because Fascist cannot handle the “truth”. I love this series. What a wonderful way to teach American History during the 1930s. I was reminded that the Fascists in this Country are still lingering...”Read full review »
Raging Southpaw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/23
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“I heard someone say recently that history doesn’t repeat itself as much as it punishes those who fail to learn from it.”
michaelshoshana via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/23
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“Very informative and I loved the funny voices.”
KariAlanis04 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/23
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“Absolutely loved the approach taken on this podcast. I appreciate how facts were called out while also being clear about where any gaps in the story might be. I thought it was well balanced and a lot of fun to listen to. Unless we know our history we are doomed to repeat it!”
fanofjc76 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/12/23
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“Such a well done show! The voices made me laugh and actually helped me keep track of the many historical figures I’m learning about – smart method. And the main character’s arc, and the ending, is so genuinely moving; I definitely got misty-eyed.
Honestly, I never knew about this part of U.S....”Read full review »
theonceovertwice via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/23
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“This podcast was so enjoyable. I hope the crew behind it tells more tales. It’s legit history of a very perilous period in American history, told exquisitely with clever humor interjected for illustrative purposes. I miss it already.”
Strayarc via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/11/23
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“This is important. A valuable lesson from history.”
VK2023#1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/11/23
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“A great satirical take on a story that sounds eerily familiar with todays doings!”
Andylicious57 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/23
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“laughed learned cried”
incrediblemulc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/08/23
“If you going to mention the Koch brothers are influencers in politics, you should be fair and mention Soros as well…”
PodListener411 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/23
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“Podcast ever made. Thank you!”
Krlays21 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/06/23
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“This is funny and informative and I would never have known about it. Loved it!!”
HectorisThe1st via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/06/23
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“Rarely has a story made me laugh and think quite as much as this one. It was such a gift. Thank you for all your hard work I’m bringing Major Smedley Butler’s story to life!”
APerson4444444444444 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/23
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“Fascinating story and hilarious voices.”
WKB86 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/23
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“Great show! I’ve listened to the whole show twice already. Will probably listen one more time. The writing is fantastically clever and the voice performances are hilarious. Love it.”
Kl clark via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/04/23
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“If there was more telling of history and trolling history along the way I bet I would have paid attention in school! Now I’m old and can’t do much with my opinions. Dang it this needed to be told ages ago like this! Bravo!”
Kristoffer in Plymouth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/23
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“Dear Canadian writers/hosts (seriously, who hasn’t picked up on this by their wording, lack of basic knowledge on US military & gov’t cabinet roles, pronouncing Roosevelt as “Ruse-a-velt,” odd terminology, and only British “historians” interviewed about American history buried in Archives...”Read full review »
Herrow herrow how low via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/23
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“Wow, this is a fascinating podcast series!
I love the humorous and informative way this story is told. It’s such a good one!
Thanks, guys!”
devawomyn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/23
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“I love this topic. Was excited to listen to a deep dive into the subject matter. The silly and annoying character voices made this unpleasant to listen to. Was hoping for a Dan Carlin style informative dive into a fascinating topic. Got hacky voice acting, if you wanna do a comedy podcast just do...”Read full review »
Whatisabro via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/23
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“This podcasts delves into an often forgotten chapter of American history where democracy dangled on the brink of destruction. You’ll laugh at the wit and banter and wince at how uncomfortably close this is to recent events. Come for the laughs, stay for the history, and leave with a new...”Read full review »
IntrepidHeroTheVoyager via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/23
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“A talentless, jejune, slapstick retelling of a real and very interesting historical event in US history that holds lessons for Americans today. Too bad.”
Mags Magee via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/23
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“I was interested in the topic but the fake voice interjections are obnoxious and totally ruined it.”
midwestniceisok via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/23
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“And please make them now!”
BriShow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/23
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“Santayana said Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it,” Twain said”History doesn’t repeat itself but it often rhymes”.This is one of the best ways to enjoy those rhymes and hopefully never forget.”
rjdad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/23
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“I was on a quest for a podcast with a solid historical narrative that was also entertaining. Although this series presses its luck with the way it works to weave in humor, the history is solid enough to keep me listening. Very well done. When I finish this series, I will likely return to Marc...”Read full review »
theradiostar via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/23
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“The dumb acting and lame attempt at cartoonish humour ruined what would have otherwise been an interesting podcast. Couldn’t even get through the first episode.”
PlatypusLover4 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/28/23
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“So first, I need to start off by saying this was one of the most enjoyable podcasts I’ve ever heard. i’ve always enjoyed history, but sometimes the delivery can be stuffy and quite boring. however, the way that they reenacted the events and genuinely had fun with it in places having the...”Read full review »
KibaReigns via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/23
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“The bold use of dramatization to teach a history lesson is my favorite thing about this show. Humanizing historical subjects as Let’s Start a Coup! does lends the listener perspective of the triumphs and tragic falls of history’s players.”
tootnanny via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/23
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“Way over the top, somewhat offensive, and a real detriment to the history and research that seems to go into this work.”
njsnijnixdhb via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/27/23
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“Love this, the voice characters are great! It has a real 30’s radio feel, keep up the great job.”
Hussar 93 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/27/23
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“Loving the dramatization, and the history period being addressed makes you really think about how things were at the time and how it could’ve turned out differently. Fantastic, and love the voices, keep up the great work guys!”
jesterzworld via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/27/23
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“We were skeptical of the cartoonish voice acting at first. But, after an episode or two, my husband and I find it hilarious.”
34(6$ via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/26/23
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“Would have been better without the crappy comic “Voices”…..lame”
aBlackPainting via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/24/23
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“A delightful, entertaining podcast that details a time in history that (I at least) know very little of. A lively learning experience featuring a wide range of characters portrayed by one very talented Joe Kinosian.”
Analyticl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/23
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“The info is good for this important subject, but the voice actors frame everything in bad jokes and making the protagonist, USMC Smedley Butler sound like a mincing fruit. In fact, ALL the voices are done with a "poofter" voice, which only detracts from the subject. A waste of time.”Read full review »
True Ronin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/23
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“I guess the hosts wanted to make history “fun” with the comic bits, but for me personally, it falls flat and even comes across as disrespectful to the plight of the people back then. The topic is fascinating but I’ll have to get the full story somewhere else.”
ernesttubb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/23
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“Well done, history plus camp and fun. I love it.”
GoldilocksSF via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/23
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“Too much RKO. I’m an RKO fan but this is too much frilly drama theater. Was genuinely interested when I heard about the podcast but this is amateur hour radio theater.”
Aceman1031 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/23
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“I’m really enjoying this so far. I’m familiar w Butler and the story but I haven’t heard it quite like this. It’s also funny too. 🤓👌🏽”
Buddy_55$ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/23
“Serious history with some fun. I’m learning quite a bit about our not so distant past while being throughly entertained. Hoping for a season two!”
Kathycheen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/23
“Whom financed this effort the DNC or CCP, your attempt to take historical facts and twist them to skew contemporary events is not very veiled other than by sarcasm.”
Southsiderichie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/23
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“This show is delightful for the intelligent person. It really tells an untold story but requires you to think. Bravo. The history is entertaining on its own, but the characters really take it to the next level - I was disappointed that I had to wait for another episode to drop. Smedley may be my...”Read full review »
WCW10001 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/23
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“I hope to hear more from this crew. Great chemistry”
bob is a cat fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/23
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“History doesn’t repeat, but sometimes it rhymes. The presentation is liken to RKO in its heyday; might not be for everyone, but it’s an interesting listen.”
Ms.B2013 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/17/23
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“It’s hard to overstate the importance and relevance of this under told story. Brought to life with an amusing tongue in cheek style that’s super bingeable!”
tomrbrady via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/17/23
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