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A podcast where we take 1 topic and discuss its history, important people and crazy stories related to it.
Hosts:
Keeli Ebben
Alyssa Ebben
Lauren Ebben
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S2E11 Bonus - We Talked About Books!
Hello! Join us for this special episode as we reflect (in person, this time) on Season 2, from our favorite topics to what we left on the chopping block to how we've evolved since our very first…
S2E10 S2 Ep.10 - Vanities, May Poles, and Firemen
Welcome to our final episode of the season! Today, we discuss banned books and explore the works of Thomas Morton, referred to in the episode as the second-best white guy (all a joke), and Ray…
S2E9 S2 Ep. 9 - Lost Generations, Lost Boys and Lost Heads
Welcome! In this episode, we're taking a dive into the extraordinary genre of fantasy. Together, we explore the life of J.M. Barrie, creator of Peter Pan, and have a very lively discussion about Game…
S2E8 S2 Ep. 8 - Castaways, The Alexanders, and Male Authors
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss action and adventure and explore Alexander Dumas and The Killing Floor by Lee Child. We also discuss the beginnings of action and adventure, and a curious man…
S2E7 S2 Ep. 7 - Origins, Birds and Games
Hello, again! In this episode, we'll be discussing the ever-evolving genre of thriller! Together, we'll explore the life of author Daphne du Maurier and try to survive The Most Dangerous Game by…
S2E6 S2 Ep. 6 - Hoaxes, Awards, and War Stories
Welcome back! In this episode, we discuss science fiction, explore the exciting life of Hugo Gernsback, and delve into the critically acclaimed series The Hunger Games! We also discuss radio hoaxes…
S2E5 S2 Ep. 5 - Courts, Glass Towns, and the Apocalypse
Hello! In this episode, we discuss the most written genre in literature: romance! We'll explore the Bronte Sisters and The Four Horsemen series by Laura Thalassa, while diving into the life of French…
S2E4 S2 Ep. 4 - Volcanoes, Lotteries, and Clowns
Welcome! In this episode, we talk horror while exploring the legacy of Shirley Jackson and the machinations of Stephen King's It. We also discuss how a natural event may have influenced the creation…
S2E3 S2 Ep. 3 - Beards, Wild Women, and Green Beans
Welcome! This week, we're discussing fairytales! Join us as we explore Henriette-Julie de Murat, a Parisian author known for popularizing fairytales. We also discuss the original Beauty and the Beast…
S2E2 S2 Ep. 2 - Bank Heists, Clubs, and Dinner Parties
Welcome! This week, we discuss the mystery genre and explore the Detection Club and some of its founding members. We’ll also discuss Agatha Christie and how the first bank heist may have influenced…
S2E2 S2 Ep. 1 - Revolutions, Scandals, and Mockingbirds
Welcome! In this episode, we discuss literary classics and explore the lives of Mary Ann Evans, aka George Elliot, and Harper Lee. We also discuss the Industrial Revolution and how it impacted the…
S2E1 S2 Ep. 0 - We're Talking About Books! (Or Literary Works, Whichever Works for You)
Hello, and welcome to season two of 1 Topic, 3 Takes! This season we've decided to talk about literary works and, oh boy, we have some stories for you all. This episode is all about why we like…
S1E10 S1 Ep. 10 - Marion Davies: Getting the Credit She Deserves
Welcome to the final episode of the season! This week, we discuss Marion Davies, film actress and lover of the newspaper tycoon William Randolph Hearst. Additionally, we take a look at the history of…
S1E9 S1 Ep. 9 - Grigory Orlov: Mister to That One Empress
Hello! This week's episode is brought to you by the Russian Empire. Our sponsors today are Empress Catherine the Great and her lover, Grigory Orlov. Furthermore, we discuss the history of Russia,…
S1E8 S1 Ep. 8 - Mata Hari: The Spycraft Itch
Hello and welcome back to 1T3Ts!In this week's episode, we delve into spycraft and discuss Mata Hari, one of the most controversial spies of World War I. Was she the devious spy everyone said she…
S1E7 S1 Ep. 7: Philippe de Lorraine: The Gayest Monsieur
Welcome back to 1 Topic 3 Takes!This week, we delve into the court of King Louis XIV, king of France who reigned from 1642 to 1715. We discuss Philippe I, Duke of Orleans (brother to Louis XIV) and…
S1E6 S1 Ep. 6 - Anne Lister: 5\3 ~5+4) 🗸p33 ~2l3=
Hello all!Welcome back to another episode of 1 Topic 3 Takes. This week, we discuss the history of LGBTQ+ in Europe, the famous diarist Anne Lister, and the coded diaries she left behind. Join us as…
S1E5 S1 Ep. 5 - George Villiers: The Dancer That Stole England
Welcome!This week, we discuss George Villiers, the lover of King James I of England. In this outrageous episode, we discuss the famous Gunpowder Plot of 1605 (if you've seen V for Vendetta, you're…
S1E4 S1 Ep. 4 - Vannozza dei Cattanei: The Mistress to the Gangster Pope
Hello all!This week, we discuss Vannozza dei Cattanei, the mistress of Pope Alexander VI. In this episode, we talk about one of Alyssa's favorite topics: the Pope! We also talk about the famous…
S1E3 S1 Ep. 3 - Hugh Despenser the Younger: The PEZ
Welcome back!This week, we discuss Hugh Despenser the Younger, the ill-fated lover of King Edward II of England. In this episode, we rewrite history and tell the story of a failed king, a previously…
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1 Topic, 3 Takes has published 32 episodes since July 2023, covering topics in Arts.
1 Topic, 3 Takes is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 18m.
