Armchair Apocrypha

In a very quarantine episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew goes into the times and travels of spiritualist, feminist, and anarchist Alexandra David-Neel, while Rachael takes a look at one of Chicago's foremost settlement houses and the woman who founded it.

In this week's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew tells the tale of Virginia Hall, the American WWII spy dubbed "The Limping Lady." After, Rachael delves into the history and meaning of the zodiac.

On this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew delves into the history of Alberta Jones, the first woman attorney in Jefferson County, one of the first black women to pass the bar, and the victim of an unsolved murder. Afterward, Rachael delves into the history of the Japanese role-playing game Pokemon.

In this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew delves into the story of Zenobia, an ancient Empress from what is today Syria. After, Rachael delves into the history of trials by jury.

In this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew tells the story of Valentina Tereshkova, the first female cosmonaut in space, while Rachael delves into the history of Muppet creator Jim Henson.

In this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, a very hungover Andrew and Rachael talk about the first female serial killer in the United States and the history of everyone's favorite cocaine based soft-drink.

In this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, we're joined by local musician Gunner Basinger to talk about his experimental music project Dub Peveau. Afterward, Andrew talks about the life and times of green activist Judi Bari and the mystery surrounding her bombing, while Rachael delves into the apocryphal history of the Marx Brothers. Transcript of the interview available at https://medium.com/@AWMwrites/interview-with-gunner-basinger-of-dub-peveau-7e8e5beb0253 You can find Gunner Basinger on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/gunnerbasinger/ https://www.instagram.com/dub_peveau_music/ On BandCamp at https://dubpeveau.bandcamp.com/ And on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/dubpeveaumusic/

On a crossover episode with Hip Squared, Andrew discusses a mysterious talking mongoose on the Isle of Man, Rachael delves into the sordid history of The Peoples' Temple and Jonestown, and guest John Beechem from American Fantastic discusses journalist and proto-feminist Nellie Bly. You can find more from American fantastic at http://www.americanfantastic.com/

In our two year anniversary episode, Andrew talks about the real life murder mystery that inspired Twin Peaks, Rachael talks about the long history of Marvel superhero Captain America, and Cameron talks about the unmade sequel to the Halloween classic Beetlejuice.

In this week's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about Patricia Davies, the 90 year old WWII veteran who came out as a trans woman in 2017. Afterward, Rachael talks about a very different veteran, 12th president of the United States, Zachary Taylor.

Returning to form after last week's absence, Andrew and Rachael talk about two women, one Maltese journalist who brought the Panama Papers to the public consciousness, and one beloved Americana singer-songwriter.

In this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about a woman you've probably never heard of, Las Vegas based union organizer Hattie Canty, while Rachael talks about a woman you probably have heard of but could probably stand to know more about, English novelist Jane Austen.

In this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin, the woman who discovered what stars are made of, before losing credit for it to a man a few years later. Afterward, Rachael delves into the exciting and sordid history of one of the seven wonders of the world, the Library of Alexandria.

In this week's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew recounts the tale of Franceska Mann, who shot an SS officer to death and injured another in Auschwitz-Birkenau. Afterward, Rachael delves into World War I, the Balkans, the Last Czars, and some lesser known figures from the War.

On today's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about the Rainbow Coalition, which brought together various organizations and movements across Chicago in the late 60's. Afterward, Rachael tells some fun facts about her favorite musical artist, the inimitable Beyonce.

In this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about teacher turned revolutionary Louise Michel, while Rachael talks about the real life events behind her recent prestige TV binge, Chernobyl.

With Rachael out of town, Andrew goes solo this time, reading a passage from his current cosmic horror work in progress "The Watch and the Dagger."

In this week's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew follows up his episode about Bernardine Dohrn with a deep dive into the Weather Underground Organization, some of the rock stars of American terrorism in the 1970's. Meanwhile, Rachael explores the life and times of Jacqueline Cochran, the first woman to break the sound barrier.

In this week's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about one of the FBI's most wanted from the 1970's, while Rachael recounts the story of Miep Gies, who helped hide Anne Frank and others.

On our short episode this week, Andrew talks about a Russian partisan fighting Nazis, Gertrude Boyarski, while Rachael delves into the world of horse-racing with an article about women jockies.

While Rachael is on vacation, Andrew and Mari sit down to discuss the murder of civil rights activist Viola Liuzzo and the tenets of tarot. This episode features descriptions of right-wing terrorism. If you're sensitive to this topic, please proceed with caution.

In the first episode on the new recording setup, we return to our classic go-tos, with Andrew memorializing Ito Noe, another Japanese anarchist who died tragically before her time, and Rachael recounting the short life of James Garfield, the second president to be assassinated. This episode contains depictions of police violence and gun violence. If you are sensitive to these topics, please proceed with caution.

In our St. Patrick's Day episode, Andrew talks about Egyptian feminist organizer Huda Shaarawi, while Rachael celebrates the life of Irish Revolutionary Constance Markievicz.

On this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about Sophie and Hans Scholl from the antifascist resistance group White Rose, while Rachael finishes off black history month with Sadie Alexander, the first black woman to practice law in Pennsylvania.

On today's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about Betty Boop, the black woman who inspired her, the white woman who inspired her, two other black women who may have inspired her, and the corporation who won the lawsuit against the white woman who inspired her. Afterward, Rachael recounts the day that almost all the women in Iceland took a big day off, and the organizer who went on to be the longest serving woman president in the world.

Andrew and Rachael talk about two Paris based resistance fighters, Josephine Baker, the Black Venus, and Nancy Wake, the White Mouse, in an action packed episode. This episode contains a content warning for racism and child abuse.

In this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks feminist labor organizer Rose Schneiderman, while Rachael shares some stories from ancient mythology, including the laziest deity and the women of your dreams.

In another double dose of badass women, Andrew talks about what drag queen Dorian Corey kept in her closet, while Rachael delves into some Hollywood history with B-Movie pioneer Ida Lupino. This episode features a content warning for brief mentions of rape and assault. If this subject matter affects you, please proceed with caution.

In today's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about one of the first out trans women in electronic composing, while Rachael delves into the tales and trials of an Irish pirate queen. Also, Mercury bites Andrew's nipple for some reason.

In this episode, Andrew talks about the history of the FBI spying on activism groups, and the one woman who exposed their extensive spying program. Meanwhile, Rachael finds an unsuspecting surprise when she starts looking into a historical fashion designer.

In this week's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew fits the themes of Martyrs, Mysteries, and Murder into a single story, the sordid tale of Anna Mae Aquash of the American Indian Movement. Rachael recounts the life and scandals of Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun, portraitist of Marie Antoinette, Maria Carolina, Stanislaw August Poniatowski, and other dead monarchs.

On today's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, we have three stories of polyglots who found their own ways to fight Nazis during World War II, from the first Jewish woman to escape Auschwitz, to spies with life expectancies of just six weeks. And our very special guest, Mercury the dog.

In this week's episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew talks about the sordid history of Griselda Blanco, the Cocaine Queen of Miami and the self-proclaimed baddest bitch alive. Rachael recounts the history and various scandals of President Warren G Harding.

In our one year anniversary episode, Andrew recounts the story of the Nachtexhen, or the Night Witches, a regiment of all-women night bombers during World War II, while Rachael introduces us to "Stagecoach" Mary Fields, the most badass mail carrier you've ever heard of.

In today's episode, Andrew tells the story of the Terrorist Princess, Sophia Perovskaya, while Rachael recounts the life and times of Grace Kelly, actress and princess of Monaco.

In today's episode, Andrew tells the story of Sarah Biffen, a Victorian artist born with no arms, while Rachael takes us back to the Russian royal crisis surrounding the false Dmitrys.

Andrew talks about "The Motorcycle Queen of Miami," while Rachael recounts the tale of Grandma Gatewood, who walked the Appalachian Trail not once, not twice, but three times. This episode includes a trigger warning for racism, misogyny, misogynoir, and domestic abuse. If these things trigger you, please be aware and protect yourself.

Andrew talks about Japanese commercial composer Yoko Kanno, while Rachael recounts the tales of bisexual genderqueer opera singer and swashbuckler Julie D'Aubigny.

Andrew concludes the life, times, and philosophy of Emma Goldman and Voltairine De Cleyre, while Rachael delves into the complicated world of sociolinguistics.

In this episode, Andrew recounts the history of one of Voltairine De Cleyre's rivals and comrades, Emma Goldman, while Rachael discusses one of the silent era's greatest comedic actors, Buster Keaton.

Andrew concludes part two of his Voltairine de Cleyre series, while Rachael discusses a nurse and social worker who sheltered Jews in Nazi occupied Poland.

Andrew discusses the life and times of an American anarchist thinker, while Rachael returns to the world of first ladies with the first first lady.

Andrew talks about a Jewish-Hungarian anti-fascist paratrooper, while Rachael discusses the rise and fall of Hollywood censorship.

Andrew and Rachael discuss Trans History and the most unique planet in the solar system.

Andrew mispronounces Hawaiian names while talking about the first queen and last monarch of Hawaii, while Rachael makes an earnest plea for listeners to watch one of her favorite shows.

On an action packed episode, Andrew, Rachael, Katie, Cameron, and Matt talk lady detectives, the Academy awards, the Newburgh Raid, and the classic film Jurassic Park.

Andrew, Rachael, and Branden talk a British suffragette, a mythical island, and what really happened while Edith Wilson was president.

On this episode of Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew recounts the tragic tale of a Japanese anarcho-feminist journalist, while Rachael delves into a Winter Olympics fan favorite.

Andrew and Rachael talk about two widows who would have been right at home in an episode of Game of Thrones.

Andrew, Rachael, and Amy talk about the mother or godmother of Rock and Roll, part two of the suffragette movement, and unsolicited dick pics.

New Year, New Us. Andrew, Rachael, Cameron, and Kaitie discuss the new Star Wars, Mexican revolutionaries, feminism, Nationalist propaganda, and plush merchandising.