Giving you a hot, fresh cup of history gossip. We’ll tell you all the fun, juicy details of history, and skip anything that isn’t spill-worthy.
The Spill the Mead podcast is an absolute gem in the world of podcasts. From the moment I stumbled across it, I was captivated by the wit, humor, and knowledge that Emily and Madi bring to each episode. Their chemistry is palpable, making it feel like you're sitting in on a conversation between two close friends. As a history enthusiast, I couldn't be happier with their choice of subject matter. They delve into lesser-known stories from the past, shedding light on juicy and intriguing events that are often overlooked. It's refreshing to hear history presented in such an engaging and entertaining way.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is definitely the banter between Emily and Madi. Their quick wit and playful back-and-forth keep listeners entertained from start to finish. It's evident that they have put in extensive research to ensure their content is informative and accurate, but they present it in a way that feels anything but dry or dull. The episodes flow seamlessly, with a perfect balance of storytelling and commentary. Additionally, the sound quality is top-notch, adding to the overall enjoyable listening experience.
While it's difficult to find flaws in The Spill the Mead podcast, if I had to nitpick one aspect that could be improved upon, it would be the frequency of episodes. As a fan eagerly awaiting each new installment, I find myself yearning for more content from these talented hosts. However, this is only a minor grievance considering how well-crafted each episode is.
In conclusion, The Spill the Mead podcast is a must-listen for anyone who enjoys history presented with humor and charm. Emily and Madi have created something truly special with their dynamic storytelling style and infectious enthusiasm for their subject matter. Each episode leaves you craving more as you eagerly await their next installment. If you're looking for a podcast that will educate you while keeping you thoroughly entertained, look no further than The Spill the Mead podcast.
In our [record breaking length] finale of the Anne Boleyn series, we try to understand how Anne felt in those final days of life… The emotional torture she went through is not for the faint of heart, so TRIGGER WARNING for sensitive content. Madi spills her heart and soul out in this one. From the trip to the tower to her final words, we experience the fragility and eventual breakdown of the human mind as Anne tries to make sense of what is happening to her.This episode is a final attempt to understand the truth of Anne Boleyn. HER TRUTH. THERE WILL BE MORE ANNE! We haven't touched on so much of her life for the sake of time, so stay tuned for further Anne episodes and content. If there's something specific you would like to hear about, let us know! Thank you for all of your love and support for this series. It means the world.@tudor.astrology collab is in the works! For tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.orgJoin our Patreon for extra content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Find us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFor tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.orgFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.com
Don't believe pop culture when it tells you Anne did nothing as Queen. She was on a MISSION. Three in fact:1.) Poverty Relief2.) Religious Reform3.) Educational AdvancesTHIS was the reign of Anne Boleyn. And you will learn all about what she did specifically in each of these areas in this MASSIVE EPISODE! She was a FORCE. And that's the REAL reason they 'd her. Join our Patreon for extra content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Find us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFor tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.orgFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.com
Remember me when you do pray…That Part 3 is here, oh what a day!Eat your Wheaties HoneyBees. The fight is ON. And this BATTLE is going to put Anne Boleyn to the TEST for literal years. In part 3, we cover so much information it seems as impossible as a commoner uprooting the beloved Queen of England. Topics include but are not AT ALL limited to: -books of hours -the English Sweat -the fall of Wolsey-the rise of Cromwell-coronation rumors -Anne's hair color -And literally everything between all of that… which is A LOT. The stress is constant. It's hard to imagine how Anne was feeling during these years of literal and emotional limbo, but let's try our best shall we? For her? Be on the lookout for our upcoming collab with @tudor.astrology and check out her page in the meantime!For tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.org we will see you there in February, 2026!Join our Patreon for extra content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Find us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFor tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.orgFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.com
Congratulations HoneyBees, you've made it to Part 2In this episode, we dispel ONE MAJOR LIE about Anne Boleyn, and it's debatably the BIGGEST LIE put forth in her story:AnNe BoLEyN SEduCeD HeNRy tO bEcOMe QuEeN FoR tHe POWER AND GLORY AND WORLD DOMINATION!!!!!!! False. False false false, so false it hurts. Would YOU be brave enough to turn down the king of England? How long would you hold out before giving in to the relentless pursuit (borderline harassment) from the most powerful and dangerous man in the land? How would you feel being told in front of the whole court that you weren't good enough to be MARRIED to an Earl, but you are good enough to get 'd by the King?HOW DID SHE FEEL?Let's try our best to understand her truth in Part 2: The Falcon, stream it TODAY wherever you listen to podcasts. Get excited for our upcoming collab with @tudor.astrology and check out her page to have your mind blown For tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.org we will see you there in February, 2026!Join our Patreon for extra content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Find us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFor tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.orgFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.com
Well HoneyBees... the time has come. The Anne Boleyn series has arrived.In part 1 of 5, we dispel two lies; first that Thomas Boleyn "pimped out his daughter to the king of England" and second the lie that Anne lived fLiRtAtiOuSLy in France. We instead set the REAL scene: The young daughter (how young? We don't know, please tell us your thoughts!) of an already successful diplomat lands a prestigious position in the court of a powerhouse female ruler, only then to be brought up in the radically religious courts of France, THEN to be summoned home to England for a marriage proposal.With so much potential, what could possibly go wrong? Check out @tudor.astrology on instagram for your Tudor astrology fix!For tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.orgJoin our Patreon for extra content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Find us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.com
We are sure you know the story of Cinderella. Beautiful servant girl, fairy godmother, handsome prince, and tiny dainty feet - obviously. But you haven't heard Coco read you the Brother's Grimm version, and you don't want to miss it..We start with a brief history of the Cinderella story, and we bet you can't guess where the first recorded version comes from! Then we dive right into a very different telling than we're used to. Disney really should have done more with those birds!.Follow us to the festival where Cinderella meets the handsome prince and dances beautifully until she… gets bored and wants to leave? Listen as the prince chases her through the city streets and she find every opportunity to get away, causing him to go into full Neanderthal mode and AXE. Yes, axe is verb here. Stay with us through the bird-filled, bloody conclusion and decide for yourself if there is ANY hope for the future of this kingdom. Look, these two aren't rocket-scientists, ok?.Join our Patreon for extra content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Find us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFor tickets and information on Wars of the Roses Con, visit www.wotrcon.orgFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.com
Let us start off by saying: that Spill the Mead CoHost and Armored Combat World Champion Taylor Jones retracts EVERY STATEMENT ever made about him being on this boat… a claim he has made MANY MANY TIMES.But after hearing this story, we totally understand not wanting to be affiliated with this bunch because good-Greek-gods these boys are exhausting•This story should be called Hercules and the Golden Fleece since he's the only person who seems to have any sense of urgency about retrieving it.. which is the ENTIRE MISSION here. But Jason Gronkowski eventually makes it there, and Madi is top-notch unimpressed with him the entire time. •Join us for a FreshCup afterwards! Where we decide if anyone honestly did anything wrong here… How do you know if you don't ask? Maybe it's not so much the “WHAT” as it is the “WHO” in this case?? Tell us what you think. Also… if YOU want to hear the personal threesome stories mentioned… then get on Patreon and tell us! We'll give it to you only $3 for HOURS of FreshPot entertainment!Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
Folktales Worldwide: Tales from Vikings & Portugal 14 PRINCES TOTAL IN THIS EPISODE! It's a lot. A LOT. But hear us out!Story 1 from our Viking book: The Giant With No Heart In His Body The good news is the main characters name is Boots! The bad news is that Boots is pretty rude. But nonetheless he's on quest and we're rooting for him. This story has so many twists and turns that you really just have to listen to it to understand. The Wolf has trauma in his backstory. That's all we're saying. •Story 2 from Portugal:The Seven Enchanted Princes What starts off as a bad day of door to door sales turns into Portuguese Snow White we think??? It's either that or a whole bunch of nice people finding each other in the woods until a king comes along and fks it up, because folktales. Anaya's, you tell us: was this Portuguese Snow White??Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
What does it take to make the (arguably) greatest archaeological discovery of all time? Grit. Tenacity. Patience. Money money money, skill with a paintbrush, and the ghost of the past calling your name… so not even that much, really.Listen as Coco spills the hot Egyptian tea on beige-boy Howard Carter, his rich bro benefactor Lord Carnarvon, some dude named Winlock, and the nameless (true heroes) Egyptian laborers responsible for discovering the tomb of Tutankhamun.Then dive right into the myth of the mummy's curse and decide for yourself if the deaths associated with the discovery of Tut's tomb were the result of an ancient curse, or just coincidences. As usual, Madi and Coco can't make up their damn minds.Follow that up with a fresh hot cup of brotherly revenge, brought to you by Betsy - who kicks the whole thing off with a super catchy impromptu theme song.
Ready for a story of love and devotion between a king and his queen? In this episode Chris Riley gives us a huge helping of romance in the telling of Plantagenet King Edward I and his lovely Queen, Eleanor of Castile..Courtly love is one thing, true love is quite another - and this couple was definitely in love. Listen as Chris tells Madi all the sweet (and sometimes sensual) details. No, sucking the poison from Edward's wound is NOT a euphemism!.Chris also spills the tea on Simon de Montfort, giving us the juicy details on why a Medeival English geezer has a bust in the U.S. House of Representatives..Follow the sweet romantic story up with a Fresh Cup, wherein Betsy calls out Chris for his opinion on the hypothetical relationship between Charlemagne and Sabrina Carpenter..
THIS WEEKS FOLKTALES ARE SO GOOD! We promise you that. So put that in your nail and nail it. Or however the saying goes. •Story 1: The Origin of Magellan CloudsHere's the story of the most passive aggressive village chief ever, and the journey to his snapping point. Spoiler alert, it's lizard people. So. •Story 2: The Clever WeaverThe classic tale of you almost had an easy day at work. But then a cryptic ambassador comes in and you have to summon your war chicken. Annoying. •Story 3: The Straw, the Coal, and the Beanthe three best friends that anyone could have ….until they f-ing weren't. Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
How does a shepherd, slinger, son of a Jesse, and a harpist, dropped in the middle of a battle with Goliath on the battlefield armed with rocks and valor, grow up to be a hero and a ruler?. Okay, read that again but this time in Hamilton. (That's enough Broadway Coco)In this episode, Coco spills all the hot biblical tea on David and Saul, David and Michal, David and Bathsheba, David and Uriah, David and Absalom, David and Abishag…. And more more more. We take a deep dive into what the Bible tells us about David, King of Israel. We discuss his triumphs and his failures and try to determine the motives behind some of his more questionable actions. The Bible is full of juicy, salacious details about David's very interesting life, and we served it up HOT for you. The tea is HOTJoin our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
Slinging information straight into your face today at speeds of up to 100mph (IF you're expert ancient slinger, that is). Today's episode is in honor of the release of House of David on Amazon Prime, where slinging is going to be featured in a cinematic fashion and Madi's little happy slinging heart is SO FULL.We will talk about the vastly underdiscussed topic of ancient slinging, and how it impacted (pun intended? Maybe? It's a loose pun, but if you dig it's there, you've gotta want it...) ancient battlefields.We will talk about who the slingers were, the ammo they used, and end of the story of the most famous slinger in history: David. The story of David & Goliath & Goliath's shield guy begins 1 hour in, and you KNOW Madi packed it with as much detail as possible. CHECK OUT @hilltophurler on Instagram and his page at hilltophurler.com for BEAUTIFUL SLINGS (he is the one who made not only Madi's sling, but also the slings for the House of David series on Prime) and for epic slinging content. Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on Instagram
In this special Folktales episode, we decided to give you something different in the form of FIVE stories that we read to you for the first time on the spot! and ngl, they are a little… middle-fingery. But hey, that's the dice you roll when you play the game of folktalesStory 1: Domingo's Cat In this one, we find a fiscal feline who is both a work horse and giver. The cat can talk, has a magic hole, and trolls bacon (you'll get it when you listen), all normal Brazilian cat stuff. Story 2: Sweet Porridge WHATS ANOTHER WORD FOR ‘STOP'?!? Like, for real. What else do you say in this situation? Anyways. Always take a little pot from an old lady in the woods. Story 3: Their Soft Crowns DiscoveredThis story is about . Fowls are such a weak tribe… Story 4: The Wolf and the ManYeah, but can you fight?? This is a story about putting your money where your mouth is. Don't let men hear it though. Story 5: The Gold Key Literally nothing to say about this one. Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
Once upon a time in the 9th century… It was dark and cold and scary, and we wanted out… but from it… emerged… the concept of the proto-knight and his unchecked, unbridled violenceFrom there evolved the concept of chivalry, and from that courtly love How?? You'll just have to listen! Be ready to learn A TON in this episode, in true Chris Riley fashion!STAY TUNED FOR AN ABSOLUTELY INSANE FRESH CUP at the end of this one….PLEASE leave us a 5 star review wherever you listen to your podcasts! It's a game changer for us!
So you guys remember that time France tried to colonize Mexico and like… did it? Yeah us either, but you're gonna learn today!Join us for a unique Spill the Mead episode where a GUEST host, and friend of Madi's Lindsey Olson tells us a bit about this WILD event in history they often gets swept under the rug! We learn the TRUTH about Cinco de Mayo and we learn about the hard consequences of running and crying to France for help… Follow our YouTube page for more collaborations in the Future!And PLEASE leave us a 5 star review wherever you listen to your podcasts! It's a couple seconds to do, and a HUGE difference for us! Find Guest Lindsey Olson on Instagram at @lindzolsonJoin our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
Welcome to Banter-ville USA, population Madi, Gabby, and you. We do eventually get to Folktales though, and they go like this:Story 1 | Chinese New Year: here's a nice quick, straightforward one, we genuinely have no idea why we were so confused... but this is the story of the origin of Chinese New Year celebrations! You can expect a problematic (albeit only once a year) monster, a "newcomer", and a homeowning granny.Story 1.5 | Gabby's Off-the-Dome Chinese Zodiac Story: we will for sure come back to this one later, but here's a little sneaky-peaky. We love a freestyle here at Spill the Mead.Story 2 | The White Bear King: WHERE ARE THE CHILDREN AND IS THIS BEAR HOT?! In this Norwegian tale, we go for a gosh darn ride you guys... The bear is hot (we think), the princess is a dreamer, the twist is plural. The big take away here is, you can't just be a bear at some point in your life, and then not be hot if you're in human form. Right? RIGHT???Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
Oh my love is like a red, red rose…And Rabbie's life was a tale of struggle, shame, redemption, and national recognition. And alcohol, don't forget that very crucial component.Let's look back at the life of Scotland's National Poet, Rabbie Burns: a hard-drinking, fast-living, tenant-farming, tax-collecting rebel with the heart of a poet and some fierce national pride.Learn with us why Rabbie is regarded as a Scottish national treasure and why his poetry and songs were SO culturally important that he is still honored each year on January 25th. We will spill all the tea on what a Burns Dinner is and even tell you how to create your own, so you can join in the celebration. Fancy a bit of haggis?
Hey listener, who would win that fight?Listen to this cryptic episode to find out! And then listen some more for an EPIC twist. This episode just goes to show us all the power of gossip and propaganda, Vive la France! PLEASE leave us a 5 star review wherever you listen to your podcasts! It's a couple seconds to do, and a HUGE difference for us! ️️️️Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!https://www.patreon.com/c/spillthemeadYou can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram Find Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
WELCOME TO 2025, HONEYBEES!We are SO on theme for Folktales today, we have two for you, both about New Years Day!1.) Bad Little Goblin's New Year: no this one is not about Gabby, and don't fall for it if she asks you. No no, this story is about a little nuisance who goes from choking baby birds for fun, to pranking with a purpose. The character arc here is REAL. CHHHSSSSHHHHHHHH!!! (that was the sound of a cymbal)2.} The Sisters & The Elves: listen HoneyBees, there are 2 types of people in this world. Those who choose to dance with the elves, and those who dare utter the name of God in their presence, thus acquiring all the loot. Choose your own adventure, just please don't dance too hard, break a thigh, and lose your mind... don't embarrass us like that. Come on.Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on Instagram
Ned Kelly = Chaotic Good.If you're a 1800's Australian police officer, maybe go ahead and avoid this episode, as we come for your incompetence pretty hard... but we promise you it's nowhere NEAR as hard as Ned comes for the Ausie po-po and squattocracy as a whole.In this thrilling conclusion, we talk about the horse stealing ring, the birth of the "Kelly Gang", the politest heists in human history, and an EPIC last stand from our hero.This episode will grab you by the balls and have you drinking with your hostages.Long Live Ned Kelly! Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on Instagram
Let's go to Australia in the late 1800's, shall we? It's a ruthless world of livestock stealing, prison sentences, and bushrangers. And it's where we find the hero of our story: Ned Kelly.In this pro-Ned telling of his life, we begin at... well, the beginning. We set the scene of Ned's life by looking at where his parents came from, and the general struggles of life in Australia at the time.More specifically, we talk about things like shiny green sashes, sub-par-stakeouts, rat-uncle-Jack, and a Harry Power who isn't too good at ranging bush in the beginning (just stick with him, he'll surprise you).**Also the show Madi was talking about is called "Banished" and it was a BBC show on Hulu!Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on Instagram
Well, well... here's two folktales that both very much deal with animals for you, sweet HoneyBees.Story 1.) Hans the Hedgehog. With a name like that... what can go wrong? Well for starters, TW for child abuse because of the Grimm's of it all, but other than that, this one really can't be predicted (though that did NOT stop us from trying!) Only main takeaway from this one is this: what size were ya'll picturing Hans??Story 2.) Bougoodoogahdah. Our first ever folktale from Australia! And you guys... it's got DINGOES! Like, a totally reasonable amount of dingoes. Like. Between 2 - 400 dingoes. This Aboriginal folktale has its fair share of brutality (which Gabby is like, in super agreeance with) and ends with a tiny bird that brings rain. So. Put that in your pouch and bounce it, mates.
Well HoneyBees, you officially have all of the same information we do, so it's time to decide: who is your Robin?In this episode, the legend himself, and real-life-actual-English-person, Chris Riley straight up gives us a list of names containing real-life people who could potentially be Robin Hood.Is it 1. Robert Hood, the tenant farmer, who in the beginning seemed so farfetched until the BOMB Chris drops in the last 10 minutes?Or 2. Robert Hod, the outlaw/fugitive of vague origins??OR EVEN POSSIBILY 3. Robert Fitz Odo (or however you want to spell it because spelling didn't exist) the KNIGHT!??No matter which one you choose, the correct answer is D, Chris Riley, because all evidence really points to him being the actual Robin Hood.Anyways, Let us know which one you choose, and why its Chris Riley, on social media!Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on Instagram
While we all know the tale of the Yeoman archer who defied Prince John, did he actually exist? From Sherwood Forest to Robin Hood's Bay, the North of England is full of claims to his story but with so many places claiming Robin as their own, how can we be sure who the real ‘man in tights' was? The earliest mentions appear in 1377 but the details don't always match the legend. Did he rob the rich to give to the poor? Maybe not! Was he King Richard's contemporary? That may not be the case. Listen to our latest episode and let us know what you think. Was Robin a real crusading archer? Or simply a story told one night around a campfire?Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on Instagram
Ok, Folktales XXX delivereth unto us some of the best gd folktales we've heard this season!•Story 1: Little Saddle S|utYes. This is the name of this story. Here it is AS PROMISED! This Greek version of Cinderella is unlike ANY Cinderella story you've ever heard, we promise. From murder, a little dash of cannibalism, an unobservant male love interest, and absent parents (for the most part) this fairy tale has it alllllll!•Story 2: The Lenape Tribe Creation MythListen. We LOVE an indigenous creation tale, and the Lenape people have a BEAUTIFUL one! Thank you SO MUCH to listener @ky_elizabeth23 for this absolutely beautiful recommendation! Also, PLEASE go easy on us, we had absolutely no clue that muskrats were Phelpian-level athletes…. Did you??!•Please please please don't eat your mothers, but DO leave us a 5 star review if you're enjoying the pod!️️️️
Hey HoneyBees, quick question: have you ever found a rock in nature and you just HAVE to take it home with you? Yep, us too. This is a story about repeated stone snatching throughout the past 1500 years. And not just any stone, THE STONE OF DESTINY. Are you ready for this one? It's a wild ride.Listen to find out the incredible history of the coronation stone, a cultural icon whose origins are rooted in legend, and a relic continually used for crowning Scottish and British royals since the year 498…Stay with us for a FreshCup with Betsy, featuring a girl who is doing SO MUCH BETTER right now, and we hope she's lsitening!Join our Patreon for extra WEEKLY content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram and @pokemonhoe on TikTokFind Taylor @tjonesarmoredamma on Instagram
Alright HoneyBees, prepare 2 vessels of beer (no we will NOT elaborate on that) and get ready for this ghostly episode!Did you know that there is an ancient Babylonian tablet laying out step-by-step instructions on how to exorcise a ghost?! You're about to learn all about it! The tablet included a 5 step process on how to get a ghost out of your home and on to where they belong, and just wait until you hear step 5....THAT'S NOT ALL! In this episode we also read you Pliny the Elder's letters to a trusted friend in which he begs him to answer one simple question: do you think ghosts are real? Pliny goes on to describe, what historians believe to be, the first documented haunted house, as well as other ancient Roman ghost encounters he had heard of. So yes. we may leave you thinking about the Roman Empire with this one, but someone should really check on Coco and her haunted rock situation...Stay tuned for a special FreshCup where Betsy tells us a PERSONAL GHOST STORY!Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on Instagram
Well... we promise spooky folktales, and good lord do we deliver. Proceed with caution, honeybees!Story 1: The Baba Yaga: VOICE ACTING ALERT! Gabby shows UP for you with the voices in this episode. You'll hear her voice various humans with varying intentions, as well as at least 2 animals... and a door? The Baba Yaga is a witch-type character in Slavic folklore who likes to eat her nieces, not pay her staff, and neglect her pets. So sit at your loom and turn up the volume for this one.Story 2: The Juniper Tree: TRIGGER WARNING!!!! Oh wow. This is the most messed up thing we've ever read on this podcast. Proceed with caution; trigger warnings for child abuse, general violence, cannibalism, and horrific singing. Here is a sickening tale of an ill-fated "red and white boy" (WHAT DOES THAT MEAANNN?!?!?) his EVIL stepmother, his absent yet caring father, and his traumatized little half-sister. This story rambles on and on... and I guess there's a juniper tree in there somewhere too. Grimm's can do the rest of the story telling for this one, we're tapping out.
Lonely Orphan Girl, Snark Queen | Nellie BlyIn this episode, you'll get to know Pinky-Pie Nellie Bly – a BOSS BITCH investigative journalist, kicking ass and taking names all over the world. Listen in terror with us as we discuss Nellie's stay in a Victorian-Era mental asylum. Marvel at her record-breaking circumnavigation of the globe. Wonder at her ability to PACK LIGHT (understatement of the year). Listen in general disbelief as this woman's life story unfolds like a fantasy novel - almost too crazy to be true! We've got all that juicy gossip, AND MORE!.In our Fresh Cup we'll hear some creative one-liner insults that made us wonder... What is YOUR best go-to insult? Tell us in the comments on our social media!
Minda ya business, this is New Orleans baby. In this highly anticipated episode, we get some POV action and take you to 1800's New Orleans to visit Marie Laveau in her home. While we learn about this absolutely incredible woman, we also get a survey of the atmosphere of New Orleans at this time, learn the actual ins and outs of the religion of Vodou, and explore Congo Square.The legends and truths of this inspirational woman very much live on today, because much like the city of New Orleans, Marie Laveau isn't going ANYWHERE. Vive la Reine!
Who ordered 3 piping hot folktales?!?!Tale 1: The Leopard Woman - First of all, "specist" IS a word... so. There's that. In this episode, a man clammers up a tree, which is SO embarrassing, but on the flip side, his wife can do a pretty cool party trick. Tale 2: The Three Billy Goats Gruff - Did you guys know this was Viking tale?!? Please brace yourselves for the absolute professional voice acting in this one. And we will tell you, the moral is this: know your bridges, and know their trolls. Tale 3: "Should he bite me?" - There's not really a short answer to that question. BUT, if you liked the voices in the last story, then just know: that was merely a warmup. This is a story that comes full circle. Just like, literally 360 degrees. Enjoy.Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise https://www.etsy.com/shop/SpilltheMeadPodcast/Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram and @pokemonhoe on TikTok
“From the devil they came, to the devil they will go.” – St. Bernard of ClairvauxAs far as origin stories go, we'd say the Counts of Anjou have arguably the best (sorry Batman).From a lower Nobel family in 10th century France to a 300 year long dynasty in England, the Angevin Counts were notorious for their tempers, red hair and military prowess, so where did it all come from?The legend has then Count of Anjou, Geoffrey Greymantle (c.938-987) marrying a mysterious women named Melusine of unknown origins of unbelievable beauty but who was less than enthusiastic in her dealings with the church. Was she a witch? A demon? Or worse….having an affair?!The descendants of Geoffrey and Melusine would go on to spread the story of their demonic past and gleefully spread fear around court but was it all just hot air? Or did the Angevin court have reason to fear? There's only one way to find out, give the episode a listen and let us know what you think!Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise SpilltheMeadPodcast - EtsyMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Chris @chrisrileyhistory on Instagram
Ding-dong, class is IN SESSION! In this episode, Madi takes us on a little survey on the cryptic and mysterious origins of these staples to the occult. We look at where the oldest tarot deck came from, and the MASHcore games played with them. We learn that tea leaf reading is called "tasseomancy" and we love that almost as much as the Victorians did. THEN we dive into the REALLY FREAKING FASCINATING (and ancient) origins of palm reading and leave you with a call to action to support your female palmists!
It's the first folktales episode of season 3, and our new Folktale cohost, Gabby comes in HARD with an origin story of the Nez Perce tribe. In this story, we meet a coyote who tests the suction power of a monster's mighty maw under the direct supervision of his arms dealer fox friend, Then Madi wraps it up with a story from the Māori culture that features an oozing (or shooting depending on the day) love triangle with a problematic (likely Libra) volcano in the center of it all. Shout out to Walla Walla, Washington and all who live there. Neither of these folktales are set there, and we've never been there... we're just sure it's great.Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise on EtsyMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Gabby @so_dym_gabulous on Instagram and @pokemonhoe on TikTok
In Coco's first episode, we spill the tea on history's hottest MILF, Nefertiti. We'll talk about the beauty rituals of an iconic queen, what it's like to move from a lush and thriving metropolis to a harsh and barren desert and speculate on the secret identity of the mysterious Pharaoh Smenkhare.Then, we explore the cringe that is young love, in a Fresh Cup submitted by a 13-year-old stuck in a love triangle.Join our Patreon for extra content!Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on Instagram
In this season opener, we give you the hottest gossip on Diogenes the Cynic, and his everloving audacity. We take a look at his balls-out-approach to "living his brand" (pun ABSOLUTELY intended), his bitter date-induced rivalry with another famous philosopher, and his brutal comeback to Alexander the Great-- or should we say Alexander the LAAAMME after Diogenes philosophizes him in the face. You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise SOON, stay tuned for Merch Shop release date!Music is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on InstagramFind Coco @spill_it_coco on InstagramFind Betsy @betsy.hegge on Instagram
An ending no one could have predicted. In this episode we pick up with Catherine preparing for the fight of her life to defend, not only the sanctity of her marriage, but to protect her adoptive country from the "Scandal of Christendom". We see this Tudor tragedy unfold through her eyes in this dramatic and harrowing conclusion to the incredible life of Catherine of Aragon, Queen of England.Book used for this series is Catherine of Aragon: Henry's Spanish Queen by Giles Tremlett
Her time has arrived... our girl Catherine is FINALLY queen of England! But at a price. Her husband is the infamous Henry VIII. But not to worry honeybees! Believe it or not, they had a lovely marriage... for a while. In this episode, we talk about the happy years, and where it all went wrong...Book used for this episode: Catherine of Aragon Henry's Spanish Queen by Giles Tremlett
In part one of Emily's series on Elizabeth Woodville, we will hear about Elizabeth's parents, upbringing, first marriage, and second marriage to the king of England. Welcome to the embryonic stage of the Tudor dynasty.
Folktales 26 includes several American folktales... and besides that, we'll leave this one a mystery. The only other thing we will say... we did NOT kill Ol' Dry Fry.Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
You knew it was coming, the question that has been asked since 1501, what happened in that bedroom the night Catherine of Aragon and Arthur Tudor were married? We speculate on that before moving forward in Catherine's journey towards becoming the Queen of England. Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
From kohl liner in ancient Egypt, to lip stick rations during WWII, Emily continues her Historical Hygiene Series with episode 2: the history of make up! Bathing, hair styling, dental care etc... what hygiene practice would you like to hear about next?Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
Folktales TWENTY FIVE! Our multiples of five are usually great, and this one is no exception. A lady who slays serpents (and judges you if you can't slay serpents), a girl who wants to go out with her friends to get new teeth (as one does), an 'ugly' man who tricks his beautiful wife, a village who has to move because of cursed bananas, and a gaslighting husband. Yikes.Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
She has arrived. We are in England, and Catherine of Aragon has arrived to fulfill her destiny to become Queen of England. In this second part, we will paint the picture of the first meeting with the King of England, her procession into London, and the wedding. Don't get too comfy, this is the last happy episode of the series. Enjoy. Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
Episode 1 of Emily's new Historical Hygiene series! The history of taking a mean ol' shit n piss. From the Bronze Age to modern day, what were we wiping with? What was a public toilet like? Where we disposing of waste? And most importantly: WHAT is a Chugi?? Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
More folktales including a BIG one for us... our first United States folktale! Have fun. It's an interesting one. PS this is one of the first episodes we will be posting in segments on Tiktok and Instagram Reels, make sure youre following us! You can find us at the handles listed below.Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
Alright, here we go. It's time to begin our series on the POWERHOUSE that is Catherine of Aragon. Yes, she was the first (and longest) wife of Henry VIII, but she was so much more than that. And in the beginning of it all, she was the Infanta. In this first episode, we look at her childhood, and all it took to get her Spanish feet on English soil. Be ready to fall in love with this woman. Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
The mother of Mary Shelley and author of A Vindication of the Rights of Women. Mary Wollstonecraft led a life just as tumultuous as her daughter, but produced just as incredible work. The apple truly doesn't fall far from the tree. Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
This one starts with torture in the form of the sweetest love letter from an American Major to his wife... written the night before his death in the American Civil War. And then it gets fun with a bunch of goofy folktales! Yay Folktales!Join our Patreon for extra content!You can purchase Spill the Mead merchandise hereMusic is composed by Nicholas Leigh nicholasleighmusic.comFind us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook @spillthemeadpodcastFind Madi @myladygervais on Instagram and @ladygervais on TikTokFind Emily @ladybourdon on Instagram and @lady.bourdon on TikTok
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