An Unorthodox Look at the Best State in the USA - Pennsylvania. Bill & Anastas speak on the history and culture of the Commonwealth, from Allentown to Zelienople, and everything in between.
Episodes
Jul 16, 2019
Jul 16, 2019
56 min
On today's episode Bill & Anastas discuss the history behind Manayunk, a vibrant neighborhood in Philadelphia. This episode was recorded live in Manayunk during Julyfest, an annual celebration hosted by Bill himself!
Disclaimer: Due to some errors during recording, there is a missing piece of audio during the episode. There is also more background noise than normal due to the live setting.
Jul 9, 2019
Jul 9, 2019
36 min
On today's episode Bill & Anastas discuss the second day of the Battle of Gettysburg! Keep an eye out for Bill's thoughts on towns named after Confederate generals and Anastas' thoughts on communication during the battle.
Jul 2, 2019
Jul 2, 2019
55 min
On today's episode Bill & Anastas discuss the events leading up to the Battle of Gettysburg as well as the first day of battle! Keep an eye out for Bill's thoughts on ghosts and Anastas' thoughts on Confederate flags.
Jun 25, 2019
Jun 25, 2019
40 min
On today's episode Bill & Anastas discuss the history behind wine in Pennsylvania! Keep an eye out for some of Bill's winery shout-outs and Anastas' comments on hipster winery names.
Jun 18, 2019
Jun 18, 2019
1hr 5 min
On today's episode Bill & Anastas discuss one of the most tragic disasters in US history, the Johnstown Flood. Keep an eye out for Anastas' thoughts on pipes and Bill's thoughts on callbacks!
Jun 11, 2019
Jun 11, 2019
1hr 3 min
On today's episode Bill & Anastas present the third part of an ongoing series on America's Daddy™ Ben Franklin. This episode focuses on Franklin's statesmanship and his impact during the early years of the United States. Keep an eye out for Bill's hot dog reference and Anastas' thoughts on Philly sports radio!
Jun 4, 2019
Jun 4, 2019
49 min
On today's episode, Bill & Anastas discuss the writings of Lloyd Alexander! Keep an eye out for Bill's thoughts on Dave Navarro and a surprise cameo from Anastas' dogs!
May 28, 2019
May 28, 2019
48 min
On today's episode, Bill & Anastas discuss the Pennsylvania's connection to the beginnings of Memorial Day. Keep any eye out for Bill's maypole reference and Anastas' thoughts on Memorial Day celebrations!
May 20, 2019
May 20, 2019
1hr 8 min
On today's episode Bill & Anastas discuss one of PA's favorite amusement parks, Knoebels! Keep an eye out for Anastas' disdain for drinking at amusement parks and Bill's first hand experiences at Knoebels!
May 14, 2019
May 14, 2019
35 min
On today's episode Bill & Anastas discuss one of the most unfortunate and shameful events in Philadelphia's history, the 1985 MOVE bombing.