Take On the World Podcast

Feb 01 2025 187 ep. 49 mins 29
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Get ready to Take On the World! Join John and Mike D along with other hosts Deb Doughtery, Lexi, and Nathan Blaze for an exciting podcast that covers conventional historical topics as well as the unique and odd ones. From cryptids to true crime, serial killers to pop culture, Take On the World has something for everyone. Plus, add in personal stories, some fun and a little bit of beer, booze and brevity – you won't want to miss out on this weekly adventure! Check out our TOTW Podcast Side Projects! With four unique options, Nerdcast, Beer Reviews, Lock Up, and Knife and Gear Reviews

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The Bizarre Story of Vaseline: How One Chemist's Crazy Experiments Changed Skin Care Forever! : 132

Feb 01 2025 41 mins  
Join hosts John and Mike D on Take On The World Podcast as we dive into the wild tale of Robert Chesebrough, the eccentric New York chemist who transformed a greasy oil field byproduct into a global skincare phenomenon. From burning and cutting himself on stage to prove Vaseline's healing properties to consuming a spoonful daily, Chesebrough's incredible journey from Titus

Episode 131 TOTW The Cannibal of the Rockies: Alfred Packer's Chilling Tale

Jan 16 2025 47 mins  
In this gripping episode of the Take On The World podcast, John and Mike D dive into the chilling tale of Alfred Packer, Colorado's infamous "Cannibal of the Rockies." Join us as we unravel the harrowing story of survival, betrayal, and the mysterious events surrounding Packer's ill-fated expedition through the San Juan Mountains in 1874. Was he a desperate man trying to stay aliv

Episode 130: The Twisted Tale of John Leonard Orr – Arsonist Fire Investigator | TOTW Podcast

Dec 26 2024 51 mins  
In this episode of the Take On The World podcast, hosts John and Mike D dive into the fascinating and chilling story of John Leonard Orr, the infamous arson investigator turned serial arsonist. From his career in firefighting to the shocking revelation of his role in setting deadly fires, we explore the mind of a man trusted to protect but driven to destroy. Join us as we uncover

TOTW : 129 The Dark History of U.S. Presidential Assassinations and Attempts

Nov 21 2024 61 mins  
In this episode of the TOTW Podcast, Mike D and Special Host and Retired professional broadcaster Deb Dougherty dive into the chilling history of U.S. presidential assassinations and near-misses. From the tragic deaths of Lincoln, Garfield, McKinley, and Kennedy to the dramatic attempts on leaders like Andrew Jackson, Teddy Roosevelt, and Ronald Reagan, we explore the motivations

Echoes of Punk Rock: Revisiting the Past and Present TOTW : 128

Oct 31 2024 44 mins  
Mike D and John dive into their lifelong love of punk rock, impact, and evolution over the years. In this episode, they reminisce about pivotal bands, legendary shows, and personal stories from their past experiences in the punk scene, alongside discussions about modern punk influences and how the genre still resonates with them today. With an honest, nostalgic, and often humorous

Past, Present and Future of Rikers Island Prison | TOTW Podcast

Oct 17 2024 17 mins  
Join us in this gripping episode of the TOTW Podcast as we uncover the chilling history of Rikers Island Prison. From its murky beginnings as a Civil War training ground to the trash fires and rat infestations that plagued the island, we delve deep into its sordid past. Learn about the island's original owner, the shocking inmate fight night controversies, and the disastrous flood

The Life and Mysterious Disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa | Take On the World Podcast

Oct 03 2024 40 mins  
In this episode of the Take On the World podcast, we dive deep into the life, legacy, and mysterious disappearance of one of America's most infamous labor leaders, Jimmy Hoffa. From his rise to power within the Teamsters union to the theories surrounding his vanishing in 1975, we explore the controversies, conspiracies, and the unanswered questions that continue to captivate the w

Episode 126 TOTW What Happened at Ruby Ridge

Sep 26 2024 104 mins  
In this episode of Take On The World, we dive deep into the controversial and tragic events surrounding the Ruby Ridge standoff of 1992. Located in the remote mountains of Idaho, this intense confrontation between Randy Weaver, his family, and federal agents resulted in a deadly conflict that has since sparked debates about government overreach, survivalism, and the limits of pers

Episode 125 Back in the Saddle again

Sep 12 2024 36 mins  
TOTW took some time off, to regroup and recharge, but have no fear we are back in the saddle again. Tune in and find out where we have been and what we have been doing before we dive deep into our next topic. Is there a topic you would like us to cover? Let us know. Drop us a line and tell us all about it at [email protected]. We will take on almost any topic with Our

### Secrets in the Mail: Unraveling the Circleville Letters Mystery

May 16 2024 78 mins  
Episode -124 Welcome back to *Take On The World with Host John and Mike*! Today, we're delving into one of Ohio's most perplexing mysteries: the Circleville Letters. Imagine living in a small town where anonymous letters filled with threats and accusations start flooding the community. That’s exactly what happened in Circleville during the late 1970s and 1980s. We'l