The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 339 - John Wesley Powell (Live in SLC)
Aug 11, 2018
Join comedians as they hilariously dissect John Wesley Powell's expedition through the Grand Canyon while on stage in Salt Lake City. Expect witty stories about cultural misunderstandings, quirky historical figures obsessed with freshwater mollusks, and chaotic culinary escapades on the river. The hosts also delve into the absurdities of survival and expedition tensions, all peppered with playful banter and lively humor. It's a wild ride through history, filled with laughs and unexpected anecdotes!
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George Bradley's Complaints
- George Bradley, a member of Powell's expedition, frequently complained about the conditions, especially the campsites.
- One of his complaints involved threatening to kill a hypothetical dog.
Improvised Utensils
- After a fire destroyed most of their supplies, the expedition cook resorted to using a shovel as a spoon and a pickaxe to clean his teeth.
- The remaining supplies were meager for the ten men.
Cliffhanger and False Reports
- While climbing a cliff, Powell got stuck, prompting Bradley to lower his pants for Powell to grip and climb up.
- Meanwhile, newspapers falsely reported the expedition's demise.