The Mysterious Historian Podcast

Colleen Smith and Mary Jo Smith (no relation) bring together a fascinating and eclectic group of intelligent, interesting and funny people to explore the FIRST times in their lives. I have learned something with every listen. Challenged some of my long held beliefs (just cause they’re long held doesn’t make them truth)...learned about differences and similarities and LAUGHED. Laughter is truly healing....this podcast good for the soul.

This is definitely one of my favorite podcasts out there. And it’s one of the few i listen to on the regular where it isn’t about being a fan of the guest(s) and / or host(s) (not that I dislike either one of those on here - they are funny n pretty rad themselves haha)... but it’s about the content! I listen to a couple other “first time” type podcasts but this is hands down the best! Only complaint - they need to make more of them! There’s endless topics to choose from... but I understand it must take a while to get super good stories from a variety of entertaining points of view to fill an entire episode with some depth to them. But STILL!.... PLEASE post more often!!!!!! Libby

A podcast with personal stories both entertaining and illuminating!

I had a pleasure to do this podcast with Mary Jo and Colleen in May. It's always fun to look back at your school years, and every guest that day had completely different experiences. I so enjoyed all the emotional reactions fom the hosts and the other guests; they make you feel extra welcome. I absolutely loved being a part of the project, and I am now going to listen to all the other episodes!