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In this episode, Dave and Abby discuss some of our favorite Greek myth retelling we’ve read recently.

Dave and Abby discuss The Black Death but then sweeten it with cute discussions of baby animals.

Dave and Abby talk about some of their memorable childhood moments like seeing Jurassic Park as a 4 year old.

Dave and Abby discuss the burning of Washington DC as part of The War of 1812 and dive down a bunch of historical rabbit holes in the process.

Dave and Abby dive back into the world of Bridgerton only to look at The Regency period in relation to the tv show.

Dave and Abby discuss the origins of Valentine’s Day and the romantic and badass man behind it.

Dave and Abby talk about the Georgian period in England thanks to Bridgerton.

Dave and Abby discuss the story behind miniature Christmas villages.

Dave and Abby take turns talking about what we’re thankful for in the challenging year that is 2020.

Dave and Abby explore the story behind the carving of couple’s names in trees.

Dave and Abby try playing six degrees of Kevin Bacon.

Dave and Abby discuss another haunted place and other spooky experiences.

Dave and Abby share some spooky tales for October!

Dave and Abby try something new and breakdown the lyrics to the 1982 Madness song Our House.

Dave and Abby discuss how Friday the 13th became such an unlucky day.

In this episode, Dave and Abby discuss their favorite plants and some of their plants in their homes.

We talk about Gretna Green in Scotland and why it’s been a big wedding destination for over 200 years.

In today’s episode we discuss Sybil Ludington’s Midnight Ride during the American Revolution.

Dave and Abby discuss some of the royal dog breeds and the stories behind them.

Abby takes us back to 1776 with some fun facts related to the American Revolution!

Dave and Abby discuss the history of presidential candidates using songs on the campaign trail.

Abby and Dave talk about William Shakespeare in honor of of his birth/death day.

Dave and Abby discuss a friendly conflict known as The Whiskey War “fought” over an Arctic island.

Abby and Dave discuss the adventurous story of the potatoes rise to fandom in France.

Abby and Dave discuss Robert Todd Lincoln who was associated with 3 presidential assassinations during his lifetime.

Abby and Dave share their answers about each other over 20 questions so you could get to know us better!

Abby and Dave talk about what kinds of things we’re doing during the quarantine to keep ourselves preoccupied.

Dave and Abby discuss some fun facts about Ernest Hemingway.

Dave and Abby talk about some of the world’s strangest animals.

Abby and Dave discuss some old sayings and the stories behind them.

Abby and Dave discuss what we’re grateful for and what we’re looking forward to in the next decade.

Abby and Dave discuss some of their favorite Christmas traditions from food to movies!

Dave and Abby discuss some of our favorite spooky reads just in time for Halloween!

Dave and Abby discuss for a brief time how Halloween used to be a holiday of romantic traditions.

Dave and Abby celebrate 50 episodes of Across the Pondcast with a 50 fun facts episode. Prepare to learn so many crazy things!

Abby takes us inside Rosslyn Chapel in Edinburg, Scotland to meet William The Chapel Cat!

Abby teaches Dave the basics of astrology!

Dave and Abby talk about the origin of Virginia’s state slogan Virginia is for lovers.

Dave and Abby take a trip back in time to look at three American real-life legends in Davey Crockett, Daniel Boone, and Johnny Appleseed.

Spring is finally here! Dave and Abby talk about some traditions and stories behind spring and Easter.

In this week's episode, we discuss the stories of The Blue People of Kentucky and The Green Children of Woolpit!

In this week's episode, Abby gives us a brief but informative education on Jack the Ripper.

In this episode, Dave and Abby discuss the origins of peanut butter and all the different ways you can enjoy it!

In today's episode, Dave and Abby discuss the myth of Atlantis and tie it in with the Disney movie Atlantis.

Hip Hip Hooray, thanks for celebrating our 2 year anniversary with us! We celebrated by recording this anniversary episode about one of America's Founding Fathers, George Washington!

Dave and Abby try to rank our favorite Disney movies which quickly turns into reminiscing about so many other Disney creations.

Dave and Abby discuss the history of nudity in the episode. We take a look at the difference between nudity and naturism and go through various things you can do while in your birthday suit!

Dave and Abby discuss some books they've read or are reading so far in 2019.

In this week's episode, we discuss random facts like why does Santa go down the chimney and what's the deal with mistletoe?

Dave and Abby discuss differing Christmas traditions from across the pond. From chocolate oranges to wassailing, this episode will have you ready for the Christmas season!

In this episode, Dave and Abby discuss the history of Thanksgiving in America.