Beyond Reproach
272 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 46 ratingsBeyond Reproach is a comedic history podcast about scandals and scandalousness in politics and government. Each episode, hosts Stephanie & Tux explore the sordid stories of America's past, all while drinking heavily, talking too much, and generally making fools of themselves. They hope that these stories entertain you, teach you a thing or two, and maybe even draw parallels between the mistakes of the past and the quagmire that is American politics today.
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Episodes
2: Minisode 2: Your Voting Stories
December 03, 2018 13:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWe’re back with another minisode to read YOUR thoughts and stories on a subject near and dear to our hearts: VOTING! With the help of our listeners, we discuss getting teens & young people interested in voting, election conspiracy theories, what Texas was like before the midterms, voting at the grocery store in Nevada, compulsory voting & preferential voting in Australia, and the likelihood of voting more often with easier access to polling places. Thank you guys so so so very much for rea...
2: Your Voting Stories: Minisode 2
December 03, 2018 13:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWe’re back with another minisode to read YOUR thoughts and stories on a subject near and dear to our hearts: VOTING! With the help of our listeners, we discuss getting teens & young people interested in voting, election conspiracy theories, what Texas was like before the midterms, voting at the grocery store in Nevada, compulsory voting & preferential voting in Australia, and the likelihood of voting more often with easier access to polling places. Thank you guys so so so very much for ...
S1 Ep2: Minisode 2: Your Voting Stories
December 03, 2018 13:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWe’re back with another minisode to read YOUR thoughts and stories on a subject near and dear to our hearts: VOTING! With the help of our listeners, we discuss getting teens & young people interested in voting, election conspiracy theories, what Texas was like before the midterms, voting at the grocery store in Nevada, compulsory voting & preferential voting in Australia, and the likelihood of voting more often with easier access to polling places. Thank you guys so so so very much for rea...
4: Episode 4: The Most Damnable Outrage
November 19, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBThis episode we talk about Stephanie’s serial dating habits and the reason she wants to go on a dating detox. We also get into dating apps, dating in New York, and vacation dating. We also discuss our super boozy [episode cocktail](https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/2018/11/16/episode-4-classic-mint-julep) that we dubbed the whiskey snow cone, which Teddy Roosevelt loved to throw back while also claiming he never drank. Also covered: Catcalling and toxic masculinity, the WP...
4: The Most Damnable Outrage: Episode 4 (Teddy Roosevelt's dinner with Booker T Washington & Harding's dog Laddie Boy)
November 19, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBThis episode we talk about Stephanie’s serial dating habits and the reason she wants to go on a dating detox. We also get into dating apps, dating in New York, and vacation dating. We also discuss our super boozy episode cocktail that we dubbed the whiskey snow cone, which Teddy Roosevelt loved to throw back while also claiming he never drank. Also covered: Catcalling and toxic masculinity, the WPA’s unpublished “America Eats” manuscript, the White House china, admitting and correcting our...
S1 Ep4: The Most Damnable Outrage: Episode 4 (Teddy Roosevelt's dinner with Booker T Washington & Harding's dog Laddie Boy)
November 19, 2018 13:00 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBThis episode we talk about Stephanie’s serial dating habits and the reason she wants to go on a dating detox. We also get into dating apps, dating in New York, and vacation dating. We also discuss our super boozy episode cocktail that we dubbed the whiskey snow cone, which Teddy Roosevelt loved to throw back while also claiming he never drank. Also covered: Catcalling and toxic masculinity, the WPA’s unpublished “America Eats” manuscript, the White House china, admitting and correcting our...
S1 Ep1: Minisode 1: VOTE VOTE VOTE Y'ALL
October 29, 2018 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn direct response to your insatiable hunger for us, we are back with a very topical minisode about something near and dear to our hearts: VOTING! In this episode you’ll learn the reasons we think voting is important, and we’ll discuss some of the various voting systems in the US and abroad. We’ve decided to forgo our beloved scandals in our minisodes, because the main reason we’re doing these is to get your feedback and input! We are “curious” (read: “nosey”) people and we’d love to hear ...
1: VOTE VOTE VOTE Y'ALL - Minisode 1
October 29, 2018 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn direct response to your insatiable hunger for us, we are back with a very topical minisode about something near and dear to our hearts: VOTING! In this episode you’ll learn the reasons we think voting is important, and we’ll discuss some of the various voting systems in the US and abroad. We’ve decided to forgo our beloved scandals in our minisodes, because the main reason we’re doing these is to get your feedback and input! We are “curious” (read: “nosey”) people and we’d love to hear fro...
1: Minisode 1: VOTE VOTE VOTE Y'ALL
October 29, 2018 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn direct response to your insatiable hunger for us, we are back with a very topical minisode about something near and dear to our hearts: VOTING! In this episode you’ll learn the reasons we think voting is important, and we’ll discuss some of the various voting systems in the US and abroad. We’ve decided to forgo our beloved scandals in our minisodes, because the main reason we’re doing these is to get your feedback and input! We are “curious” (read: “nosey”) people and we’d love to hear ...
VOTE VOTE VOTE Y'ALL - Minisode 1
October 29, 2018 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBIn direct response to your insatiable hunger for us, we are back with a very topical minisode about something near and dear to our hearts: VOTING! In this episode you’ll learn the reasons we think voting is important, and we’ll discuss some of the various voting systems in the US and abroad. We’ve decided to forgo our beloved scandals in our minisodes, because the main reason we’re doing these is to get your feedback and input! We are “curious” (read: “nosey”) people and we’d love to he...
S1 Ep3: The Origins of Fake News: Episode 3 (Dirty campaigning in the 1800 election & Dennis Hastert)
October 15, 2018 12:30 - 1 hour - 99.3 MBThis episode we apologize for being the chatty drunk history nerds we were in the last episode. We reflect on the dry nature of our childhood history classes that mistakenly led us to believe we hated a subject that we clearly love enough to create a podcast about. This episode we learn about the spicy port-based episode cocktail trendy in the late 1700s and how it relates to Stephanie’s scandal. This drink is just in time for autumn! Side note: you’re welcome! Also covered: Milk punch, St...
3: Episode 3: The Origins of Fake News
October 15, 2018 12:30 - 1 hour - 99.3 MBThis episode we apologize for being the chatty drunk history nerds we were in the last episode. We reflect on the dry nature of our childhood history classes that mistakenly led us to believe we hated a subject that we clearly love enough to create a podcast about. This episode we learn about the spicy port-based [episode cocktail](https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/2018/10/15/episode-3-sangaree) trendy in the late 1700s and how it relates to Stephanie’s scandal. This drink is...
3: The Origins of Fake News: Episode 3 (Dirty campaigning in the 1800 election & Dennis Hastert)
October 15, 2018 12:30 - 1 hour - 99.3 MBThis episode we apologize for being the chatty drunk history nerds we were in the last episode. We reflect on the dry nature of our childhood history classes that mistakenly led us to believe we hated a subject that we clearly love enough to create a podcast about. This episode we learn about the spicy port-based episode cocktail trendy in the late 1700s and how it relates to Stephanie’s scandal. This drink is just in time for autumn! Side note: you’re welcome! Also covered: Milk punch, St...
2: The First Presidential F*ckboy: Episode 2 (The many scandals of the Panama Canal & Warren G Harding's sexual exploits)
October 15, 2018 12:15 - 2 hours - 115 MBThis episode we learn about the Panamanian origins of our very boozy, yet very deliciously tropical episode cocktail and how it ties into Tux’s scandal. Gin-drenched banter ensues in the retelling of our stories! There are many twists, turns, and tangents --prepare yourself for a scandalous ride! Also covered: Stephanie’s life underneath a rock, Tux’s conflicted thoughts on being a food blogger, chilluns, vintage panties, and BDE. Tux’s scandal explores the construction of Panama and its C...
S1 Ep2: The First Presidential F*ckboy: Episode 2 (The many scandals of the Panama Canal & Warren G Harding's sexual exploits)
October 15, 2018 12:15 - 2 hours - 115 MBThis episode we learn about the Panamanian origins of our very boozy, yet very deliciously tropical episode cocktail and how it ties into Tux’s scandal. Gin-drenched banter ensues in the retelling of our stories! There are many twists, turns, and tangents --prepare yourself for a scandalous ride! Also covered: Stephanie’s life underneath a rock, Tux’s conflicted thoughts on being a food blogger, chilluns, vintage panties, and BDE. Tux’s scandal explores the construction of Panama and its C...
2: Episode 2: The First Presidential F*ckboy
October 15, 2018 12:15 - 2 hours - 115 MBThis episode we learn about the Panamanian origins of our very boozy, yet very deliciously tropical [episode cocktail](https://www.beyondreproachpod.com/the-cocktails/2018/10/15/episode-2-bird-of-paradise-fizz) and how it ties into Tux’s scandal. Gin-drenched banter ensues in the retelling of our stories! There are many twists, turns, and tangents --prepare yourself for a scandalous ride! Also covered: Stephanie’s life underneath a rock, Tux’s conflicted thoughts on being a food blogger, c...
S1 Ep1: Schrock for Cock: Episode 1 (Naming Mount McKinley & Ed Schrock)
October 15, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBIn this our very first episode, we introduce ourselves and let you know what you can expect from this podcast. Beyond Reproach is a podcast about scandals and scandalousness in government and politics, and sometimes we’re pretty scandalous ourselves! We discuss our working definition of “beyond reproach” and how it relates to the aim of the podcast. We chat about our nerves, the sound of our voices, and the reason why all of our episodes will feature a vintage drink pairing. Also covered:...
1: Episode 1: Schrock for Cock
October 15, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBIn this our very first episode, we introduce ourselves and let you know what you can expect from this podcast. Beyond Reproach is a podcast about scandals and scandalousness in government and politics, and sometimes we’re pretty scandalous ourselves! We discuss our working definition of “beyond reproach” and how it relates to the aim of the podcast. We chat about our nerves, the sound of our voices, and the reason why all of our episodes will feature a [vintage drink pairing](https://ww...
1: Schrock for Cock: Episode 1 (Naming Mount McKinley & Ed Schrock)
October 15, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBIn this our very first episode, we introduce ourselves and let you know what you can expect from this podcast. Beyond Reproach is a podcast about scandals and scandalousness in government and politics, and sometimes we’re pretty scandalous ourselves! We discuss our working definition of “beyond reproach” and how it relates to the aim of the podcast. We chat about our nerves, the sound of our voices, and the reason why all of our episodes will feature a vintage drink pairing. Also covered:...
1: Introduction to Beyond Reproach
October 01, 2018 12:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBWelcome to the Beyond Reproach Podcast! Beyond Reproach is a comedic history podcast about scandals and scandalousness in politics and government. We'll be coming soon to a podcast carrier near you, but for now, we thought it'd be fun to give you a little glimpse at our hosts. In this first mini-episode the hosts give you a little teaser into their lives. Just to wet your whistle, you know? You'll learn who Stephanie and Tux are, and why you should you care! You'll find out where they c...
Introduction to Beyond Reproach: Episode 0 (Meet Stephanie & Tux)
October 01, 2018 12:00 - 1 minute - 1.78 MBWelcome to the Beyond Reproach Podcast! Beyond Reproach is a comedic history podcast about scandals and scandalousness in politics and government. Each episode, hosts Stephanie & Tux explore the sordid stories of America's past, all while drinking heavily, talking too much, and generally making fools of themselves. They hope that these stories entertain you, teach you a thing or two, and maybe even draw parallels between the mistakes of the past and the quagmire that is American politics to...
S1: Introduction to Beyond Reproach: Episode 0 (Meet Stephanie & Tux)
October 01, 2018 12:00 - 1 minute - 1.78 MBWelcome to the Beyond Reproach Podcast! Beyond Reproach is a comedic history podcast about scandals and scandalousness in politics and government. Each episode, hosts Stephanie & Tux explore the sordid stories of America's past, all while drinking heavily, talking too much, and generally making fools of themselves. They hope that these stories entertain you, teach you a thing or two, and maybe even draw parallels between the mistakes of the past and the quagmire that is American politics to...