YOUR Speculation Stations, Replika Relations, and Dinner Invitations: Listener Mail On The Road!

YOUR Speculation Stations, Replika Relations, and Dinner Invitations: Listener Mail On The Road!

Author: iHeartPodcasts October 12, 2022 Duration: 50:31
Ridiculous Romance
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As we rough it across the Utah desert like a couple of 1800's pioneers, we got a visit from the postman who brought us a stack of your letters which reminded us of life back home.... okay fine, so we checked our email and recorded this episode on a cell phone in our fancy resort cabin. But the sentiment is just as potent!

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Hosted by real-life spouses Diana and Eli, Ridiculous Romance digs into the strangest love stories ever told. This iHeartPodcasts production isn't just a history lesson or a comedy show-it's a lively tour through the most bizarre couplings across centuries and cultures. Each episode connects you with romantic partners whose tales are so wild, you’ll wonder how they ever found each other. From ancient rulers with peculiar marital customs to modern-day dating disasters that defy logic, Diana and Eli blend researched history with their own playful dynamic. The result is a podcast that feels like hanging out with friends who happen to know everything about love's weirdest moments. You'll hear about relationships that are shocking, heartwarming, and often hilariously absurd, all delivered with a mix of genuine curiosity and good-natured humor. Tune in for stories that prove reality is often far stranger than fiction when it comes to matters of the heart.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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