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The Happiness and Confusion Podcast

By Chilly & Big Jack

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"Booth" Act 5 Plotting

The Happiness and Confusion PodcastMay 08, 2023

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Death of Medgar Evers and conviction of Byron de la Beckwith

Death of Medgar Evers and conviction of Byron de la Beckwith

Medgar Evers' death is a national tragedy. Byron de la Beckwith got away with it for nearly thirty one years. What led to his conviction eventually? Check it out.

Feb 13, 202416:23
The First Presidential assassination attempt

The First Presidential assassination attempt

The first assassination attempt on any US President was the attempt on Andrew Jackson's life in 1835. Who did it? Why try it?
Feb 02, 202414:10
The End of the Hawaiian Monarchy

The End of the Hawaiian Monarchy

Our 50th state has quite the history. I wish I had explored this earlier!
Jan 27, 202421:14
The 1919 Boston Molasses Flood

The 1919 Boston Molasses Flood

In 1919 the North End of Boston was flooded with molasses! It was a terrible tragedy! Check out the info on this season's premier episode.
Jan 17, 202425:30
"Booth" Act 10 The finale

"Booth" Act 10 The finale

The finale! Did Booth actually do it? Whaaaaat?
Jul 09, 202321:10
"Booth" Act 9 Aftermath and Trial

"Booth" Act 9 Aftermath and Trial

What happened to our cast? Let's dive in and see what happened and examine notes from Lincoln's autopsy.
Jul 02, 202330:08
"Booth" Act 8 The Standoff

"Booth" Act 8 The Standoff

It's way more than one guy vs the US Army! Check out this deep dive into the details around Booth's final moments.
Jun 19, 202322:29
"Booth" Act 7 The Escape

"Booth" Act 7 The Escape

Stop by stop and step by step we look at where Booth went in his flight from justice. We meet Dr. Samuel Mudd and a few other new characters in the drama too!
Jun 05, 202327:16
"Booth" Act 6 The Assassination

"Booth" Act 6 The Assassination

Lots of detail and primary sources in this one! We dive deep into accounts in the theater and detail of Lincoln's last moments
May 22, 202334:29
"Booth" Act 5 Plotting

"Booth" Act 5 Plotting

What is Booth going to do? We dive into the mind of Booth and his motivations. You may be surprised to see what he wanted!
May 08, 202327:60
"Booth" Act 4 Spy games

"Booth" Act 4 Spy games

Canada, Booth's cast, and some numbers that set the table for our story
Apr 24, 202325:15
"Booth" Act 3 Bloody Politics

"Booth" Act 3 Bloody Politics

Political activism is a protected form of speech in the US Constitution. John Wilkes Booth and others like him took it to the extreme in this episode.
Apr 11, 202334:53
"Booth" Act 2 - The Fabulous Booth Boys

"Booth" Act 2 - The Fabulous Booth Boys

Sibling rivalry can often be productive but I'm this case? Maybe not! Let's explore Edwin and John Wilkes Booth in their respective careers as they rise and gain notoriety for acting...just acting.
Mar 28, 202332:43
"Booth" Act 1 Junius

"Booth" Act 1 Junius

In this episode, we meet the eccentric patriarch of the Booth family Junius. It's an interesting tale and it provides the necessary context as we kickoff the series.
Mar 14, 202339:59
Hair Band Summit Roman Numeral Four

Hair Band Summit Roman Numeral Four

Who gave us the hair bands? We think we have an idea!
Jul 29, 202239:55
Hair Band Summit Roman Numeral Three

Hair Band Summit Roman Numeral Three

Time for love...it's all ballads!!!
Jul 22, 202241:31
Cherokee Creation Myth

Cherokee Creation Myth

This is a wonderful story of how the world was created according to the Cherokee Nation!
Jul 15, 202218:23
Robert Todd Lincoln

Robert Todd Lincoln

There is so much more to Robert Todd Lincoln than just being the oldest son of Abraham Lincoln.
Jul 08, 202223:46
The Execution of Isaac Hayne

The Execution of Isaac Hayne

A lost martyr who has an amazing story from the Revolutionary War! What a story and what a man! There's so much information in this episode you may have to listen twice!
Jul 01, 202239:01
The Death of Garfield

The Death of Garfield

President Garfield may have been one of our great leaders if his term hadn't been cut short.
Jun 24, 202224:04
Colonial American Courtships

Colonial American Courtships

Think about your love life. Could you handle it "back in the day" instead? Have a listen and see what you think about dating and courtships!
Jun 18, 202233:02
Bruce Orr and Ghosts of the USS Yorktown

Bruce Orr and Ghosts of the USS Yorktown

Wanna hear something cool? US History and ghosts on a World War II Aircraft carrier. That's right! Bruce Orr is back too! He's got a book on it and investigations!
Jun 10, 202248:38
Edgar and Annabelle

Edgar and Annabelle

America's first horror story teller spent a lot of time in Charleston, SC. His love Annabelle was forbidden and eventually gave us one of best known poems. But...what happened?
Jun 03, 202222:36
The History of Cornhole

The History of Cornhole

You have been to a tailgate, backyard party, or maybe just played at home but where did this game come from? And...what exactly are the rules?
May 27, 202219:11
The 1979 Daytona 500

The 1979 Daytona 500

Let's find out why this is the most important race in NASCAR history!
May 20, 202228:44
Hair Band Summit Roman Numeral Two

Hair Band Summit Roman Numeral Two

Name one band that exemplifies the hair band era and see how you measure up with ours! We do hair band current events, trivia and terrific banter as always.
May 13, 202201:06:35
Hair Band Summit Roman Numeral One

Hair Band Summit Roman Numeral One

Who would you put in your hair band Super Group? We did ours! You will hear hair band current events, trivia, and our super groups. Spray some Aqua Net and enjoy!
May 06, 202256:13
Sheriff Hunter S. Thompson

Sheriff Hunter S. Thompson

Aspen, Colorado was an interesting place in the 1960s and 70s. So interesting that author Hunter S. Thompson ran for sheriff!
Apr 22, 202222:11
Theodore Roosevelt saves college football?

Theodore Roosevelt saves college football?

When does government involvement go too far?
Apr 15, 202230:27
Paul Revere

Paul Revere

There's more to him than a fictional poem!
Apr 08, 202223:48
Death of Blackbeard

Death of Blackbeard

An interesting life and a crazy death, we explore the events of Blackbeard's life.
Apr 01, 202223:32
Charles Ponzi

Charles Ponzi

What is a Ponzi scheme and who have it to us? Listen on and find out.
Mar 25, 202223:32
Who's Your Huckleberry?

Who's Your Huckleberry?

Tombstone is a terrific movie and this episode sets out to prove just that. This film got it right and so much more!
Mar 18, 202235:21
Adams vs Jefferson

Adams vs Jefferson

...and you thought today's political mudslinging was bad? These guys were colleagues, enemies, then friends. Through it all they're two amazing founding fathers.
Mar 11, 202230:60
John Wilkes Booth

John Wilkes Booth

We know what John Wilkes Booth did, but who was he? This is an exploration of his acting career, family, and the much larger-than-kill-thePrez plan.
Mar 04, 202231:14
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz!

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz!

People of all ages love this story but is there more to it than meets the eye? Dive in with me on this one. This is a dish of hot political commentary!
Feb 25, 202230:28
Bruce Orr and "Six Miles to Charleston"

Bruce Orr and "Six Miles to Charleston"

Author Bruce Orr joins us on the anniversary of the hanging of John and Lavinia Fisher! He talks about his book, "Six Miles to Charleston." Is Lavinia Fisher really a serial killer?
Feb 18, 202201:03:24
Our favorite holidays

Our favorite holidays

Big Jack and I breakdown our favorite American holidays. What are yours?
Sep 11, 202130:10
"The Highwaymen"

"The Highwaymen"

Let's talk about the guys who took down Bonnie and Clyde!
Sep 02, 202120:59
"Who Dis?!?!?"

"Who Dis?!?!?"

Tonight is a classic game from my classroom days! Play along with Big Jack!
Aug 26, 202127:25
Meet Pope' A real American hero!!!

Meet Pope' A real American hero!!!

We meet Pope' and listen to our closing credits! It's time to give credit to the ones who help bring the show to you!
Aug 20, 202120:36
"The Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up"

"The Bandit Who Wouldn't Give Up"

The legend of Elmer McCurdy...and I do mean LEGEND! His corpse is more famous than him.
Aug 13, 202118:18
Old west insults and gunfights!

Old west insults and gunfights!

Listen to me insult Big Jack old west style YEEEE HAWWW!!! Also, some facts and numbers behind Old West gunfights!
Aug 05, 202119:31
Big Jack takes the Citizenship Test!!!

Big Jack takes the Citizenship Test!!!

Big Jack takes the Citizenship Test this week! How did he do?
Jul 30, 202130:01
"Gangs of New York", Ice Cream, and States trivia with Big Jack

"Gangs of New York", Ice Cream, and States trivia with Big Jack

We break down "Gangs of New York", a brief history of Ice Cream in America, and does Big Jack know where things are? Play the game "Which State"
Jul 22, 202145:35
The Resume Game, "Glory" and hot dogs for everyone

The Resume Game, "Glory" and hot dogs for everyone

Big Jack is our first contestant on our first history game. We dig into the history stuff of 1989's "Glory" and the hot dog in America.
Jul 15, 202138:40
Season two kickoff!

Season two kickoff!

We break down how we're going to examine the history in history movies!
Jul 08, 202138:53
Wrap it up and then unwrap it!

Wrap it up and then unwrap it!

We break down season one and preview season two! Check the show for the premier of season two!
Apr 29, 202130:57
The President tournament final!

The President tournament final!

Washington vs T. Roosevelt!!!! Who ya got????
Apr 16, 202153:49
Presidential Final Four

Presidential Final Four

Let's get to it, the final four. We're here. All feedback is welcomed! We love it!
Apr 02, 202119:03