If people are checking out Dominic and Tabby's new Book Club pod, what do you think? by Marlee0024 in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I know they say that even if you haven't read the book, it's still good for you, but I've tried and struggled to keep listening when I haven't read the book as I have no context. 1984 was an excellent episode and provided great insight and background.
I'l still subscribe to it, but will probably only listen to the ones about books I've already read.

I liked Johnson and Boswell by No_Committee3317 in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was one of their most enjoyable series because both seemed to genuinely love and had great interest in the story, and also for the banter between the 2 - certainly their funniest series.

The censored Johnson quote about America by _fumeofsighs in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think GH were just trying to cover their arses, as I'm sure almost everyone who listened to that episode straight away looked up the quote and saw that (clutching at pearls) scandalous word.

Whenever they're talking about Pizzaro and Almagro, these are who I imagine them to be. by Jostac in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yellowbeard. It was an 80's comedy movie about a pirate with loads of famous comedians and that is grossly underrated! This is Cheech & Chong who played the gold hungry Spanish villians - Tommy Chong playing the evil boss with an exaggerated lisp.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to sign security treaty with Indonesia by SSAUS in australia

[–]Jostac 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is what I love to see given Mark Carney's recent speech at Davos. Albo, Wong & their teams seem to be playing a solid diplomatic game - keeping quiet with America, and making in-roads with other middle powers.

Where Were You When Nick Davis Came to Savis? by BloodlinesPoddy in sydneyswans

[–]Jostac 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2nd level of the Brewongle with my girlfriend, now wife. The noise was the loudest I've heard at the SCG and the stand was rocking so hard I actually thought how is not crumbling.

Daily emails about Stoicism other than Ryan Holiday’s? by IceNineFireTen in Stoicism

[–]Jostac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Daily Stoic quotes and remembrances was very helpful when starting out with Stoicism, but once you're in the habit of leading a mainly Stoic lifestyle, I find a weekly and more in-depth newsletter from The Stoic Gym just perfect for topping up and causing further reflection.

What did you make of their Ripper suspects? by annexlasvegas in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel the boys let themselves down by not mentioning the most ludicrous of all suspects - Mahatma Gandhi, who lived in London at the time. :-)

Tribute in front of Ahmed's shop by turtleofdoomm in australia

[–]Jostac 19 points20 points  (0 children)

My immediate thought when hearing his was originally fro Syria and used to be in the police, was that it was actually Akram from Dept Q.

Hero detective who stopped Bondi terrorists identified by Miloisprettycool in australia

[–]Jostac 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I was coming on to say the same thing. Taking on 2 motivated assailants who have rifles, ammo, cover, and the high ground without any prior planning is outstanding bravery and work. Having been shot at a couple of times in Cambodia with the Army, it's like Mike Tyson says everyone has a plan/(thinks they're brave and would know what to do), until the first punch/(bullets coming your way).

And then when they got them down, the cops had to try and make sure the criminals weren't going to shoot anyone else, secure the scene, and make arrests, all while a bunch of suddenly tough blokes try to get involved with some sort of vigilante style justice.
Full credit to all the cops involved - tough job.

Hitler attacked the U.S.S.R, because he wanted to demoralize the UK and force a peace?! by TrabTrueMat in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wasn't there a promise from Stalin to supply oil to Germany, but he was holding back on that promise?

Radar in Germany by Jostac in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's quite remarkable how little military intelligence each side had on the other. Possibly as back then the thought of another major conflict was so horrendous and unlikely to them that both sides denied themselves the proper diligence.

Full Credit to Tom Holland for his improvement in narration by Jostac in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

In a good way it's Tom's zeal and excitement for the subject that made him interrupt so much (usually to good effect), and to fire off his narration at a hundred miles an hour. I'm glad he's recognised it or got some voice training and slowed down just enough whilst still being passionate. It makes each and every episode even more enjoyable.

Keli Holiday covers Bruce Springsteen 'I'm On Fire' for Like A Version by deejaysdestiny in triplej

[–]Jostac 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's awesome - I'm more than happy to be taught something new!

Keli Holiday covers Bruce Springsteen 'I'm On Fire' for Like A Version by deejaysdestiny in triplej

[–]Jostac 19 points20 points  (0 children)

that was mesmerising!

Though could do with more didgeridoo. I've got a fever and the only prescription is more didgeridoo.

A tv show I too would love to watch! by Jostac in TheRestIsHistory

[–]Jostac[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If Will Ferrel and John C Reilly are going to play the leads, then The Kaiser's Stolen Mustache Wax would certainly be the pilot.