Think Tankards

Think Tankards

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Join three mates uncovering the strangest stories from history, mysteries and pop culture. Chris, Ian and Nathan bring their best jokes and insights as they look at the weird and wonderful. From scams to civil wars, from pokemon to pirates, they will blow your mind every week.

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The Terrifier Movies: A Bloody Good Time

Socials: https://linktr.ee/thinktankards This week, we’re exploring the Terrifier movies and trying to work out how Art the Clown became a modern horror icon. We discuss the series’ low-budget beginnings, its increasingly outrageous violence and the moments that made audiences feel genuinely sick. Is there more to these films than inventive gore? Is Art actually frightening, or has he become too entertaining to fear? And just how far can Damien Leone push things before even horror fans decide they’ve had enough? Expect spoilers, strong opinions and far too much discussion about what can be done to the human body with a hacksaw. Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen.
Aug 11

Perkin Warbeck: The Royal Scammer

Socials: https://linktr.ee/thinktankards Was Perkin Warbeck the rightful King of England, or just one of history’s boldest scammers? In this episode of Think Tankards, we explore the extraordinary story of the young man who claimed to be Richard of Shrewsbury: one of the missing Princes in the Tower and the true heir to the English throne. Backed by powerful European rulers, welcomed by James IV of Scotland and pursued relentlessly by Henry VII, Warbeck’s royal impersonation became a genuine threat to the Tudor dynasty. But was he a remarkably convincing fraud, a political pawn, or could he actually have been the prince he claimed to be? Expect royal conspiracies, suspicious disappearances, failed invasions and a truly astonishing commitment to the bit. Follow the podcast for more strange stories from history, pop culture and everything in between. #PerkinWarbeck #History #Tudors #PrincesInTheTower #HenryVII #BritishHistory #HistoryPodcast #ThinkTankards Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen.
Aug 4

Christopher Nolan's Movies: Hockey Pads Are A Bad Investment

Socials: https://linktr.ee/thinktankards We get into the Memento years, the Batman films that made him untouchable, Oppenheimer somehow becoming a summer blockbuster about a physics meeting, and why philosophers wrote a book about him. Also covered: How many Michael Caines are in his films? Why hockey pads are a bad investment, and which brother might be a Hitman. Nobody on this podcast is qualified to explain the ending of Inception. That doesn't stop us. Expect a fairly weak defence of The Prestige from someone who hasn't seen it since 2007. Recorded in the North East. Filmed in IMAX in our heads. Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen.
Jul 29

The History of Pirates and Piracy: Sea Shanties are a Lie

Socials: https://linktr.ee/thinktankards Chris gets his hook (hand) into the history of pirates. From modern day pirate stock exchanges where ordinary people invest in kidnapping, to ancient Chinese women who should really be the most famous pirates to ever live, the guys cover it all. Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen.
Jul 22

Scalpers: Adults Ruining Pokémon Cards

Socials: https://linktr.ee/thinktankards How many times have you tried to buy something, only to find it's immediately out of stock, and being resold elsewhere at a much higher price? We're sick of it! In this episode, the gents explore the fascinating world of Pokémon cards, their value, rarity, and the market dynamics that drive their prices. They discuss the absurd amount of money these cards are sold for, how scalpers are profiting off FOMO, and how little manufacturers are doing to stop it. Join Nathan, Ian and Chris for a deep dive into the history, value, and ethical issues surrounding this beloved collectible. #pokemon #podcast #scalping Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen.
Jul 15

Cursed Horror Films: True Stories From Behind the Screen

Our links and socials: https://linktr.ee/thinktankards In this episode, Ian and Chris explore the fascinating world of cursed films, eerie incidents on set, and real world horrors behind classics like Poltergeist and The Omen. Join the gents as they delve into real-life crimes, supernatural theories, and the spooky side of filmmaking. Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen.
Jul 8

Weird News - June 2026: Half-Pint

Our links and socials: https://linktr.ee/thinktankards Join the guys this week as they discuss some of the weirdest news stories Chris could discover in an afternoon. Florida man makes an appearance. Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen.
Jul 1

Hulk Hogan: Oh boy, another childhood memory ruined.

Our links and socials: https://linktr.ee/thinktankards It's an Ian episode! In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Hulk Hogan, from his rise as the face of professional wrestling in the 1980s to his role in transforming WWE into a global phenomenon. We follow the highs of Hulkamania, his Hollywood career, the revolutionary nWo storyline, and his lasting influence on popular culture. We also examine the controversies that shaped his legacy, including steroid allegations, legal battles, the leaked racist remarks that led to his temporary removal from the WWE Hall of Fame, and the complex public response to his later years. Celebrated by millions, yet frequently criticised, Hulk Hogan remains one of the most influential (and divisive) figures in wrestling history. Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen.

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Think Tankards Podcast Trailer - Everything you've ever wondered about.

Welcome to Think Tankards. We are a trio of comedians in the north east of England with very diverse interests that we are going to force upon your ears. Join us each episode for a discussion and lots of laughs about a topic one of us is very passionate about. Everything from scams, to the War of the Roses, to a worrying trend of how primates are portrayed in media, we go weird but we go deep. Chris is a cyber security nerd, a Tabletop Roleplaying Game (TTRPG) enthusiast, and all round geek. Ian is a qualified historian, film expert, failed gameshow contestant, and the most handsome man to ever play the kazoo. Nathan digs into the weirdest stories and events around pop culture and brings them to the table, leaving us wondering how this even came into being in the first place. So settle in to learn and laugh. Join Think Tankards weekly. Music by Nathan Smith, Chris Cardill and Dave McGlen

Join three mates uncovering the strangest stories from history, mysteries and pop culture. Chris, Ian and Nathan bring their best jokes and insights as they look at the weird and wonderful. From scams to civil wars, from pokemon to pirates, they will blow your mind every week.

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Think Tankards
Years Active

2026
Episodes

24
Rating

Explicit
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