168 - The Past Times with Steph Tolev

In this episode of The Dollop, hosts Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds welcome comedian Steph Tolev to explore a 1940 issue of the Atlantic City Press. The conversation begins with playful banter about Tolev’s rising fame, her viral 'mothership' rant, and her recent U.S. citizenship. The duo then dive into a series of bizarre and darkly humorous headlines from the era, including a man surviving a bullet in his brain after a murder-suicide, a drunk man fined for attempting a phone call he never made, and a child repeatedly hit by trucks. They dissect a satirical 'For Women Only' column that paints women as trivial and nagging, and later explore a child’s day-long movie marathon with his sister, raising questions about parenting norms. The episode culminates in a surreal article about electric hotbeds for gardening, prompting jokes about horse manure and family legacy. Throughout, the hosts blend absurdity, historical curiosity, and sharp commentary on gender roles, mental health, and the absurdity of life in 1940s America.