Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black conduct an in-depth character analysis of Jess Valenzuela from National Treasure: Edge of History. How similar is she to the franchise's original protagonist, Benjamin Franklin Gates?

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Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black explore Meriwether Lewis' journals from the Corps of Discovery expedition. What information did they contain, where are they kept today, and could Jess Valenzuela realistically have found one at the Louisiana Governor's Mansion in National Treasure: Edge of History?

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97. Hunt for Journals

Oleg Taktarov ("Viktor") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to share stories from his time portraying Ian Howe's henchman in National Treasure. His memories include the villains' after-hours bonding rituals, henchman-centric scenes that didn't make the cut, details from a Nicolas Cage house party, and much more.

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BONUS: The Secret Lies with Viktor (feat. Oleg Taktarov)

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black examine the evolution of the complex relationship between hero Ben Gates and villain Ian Howe. Plus, what does an online compatibility test reveal about the viability of their "friendship"?

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98. Hunt for Complicated Relationships

Stewart Finlay-McLennan ("Powell") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to round out their interview series with the henchmen of National Treasure. What was Powell's first name, why did he team up with Ian Howe, and what was the character's relationship with his fellow henchmen?

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BONUS: The Secret Lies with Powell (feat. Stewart Finlay-McLennan)

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black consider how National Treasure builds community amongst fans of the franchise. How could the films be used to reach across real or imagined barriers in society, creating unity during uncertain or divisive times?

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99. Hunt for Unity

In this "National Treasure in Real Life" episode, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black review Seasons 3 and 4 of Discovery Channel's Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch. How do history and science converge to suggest that Aztec gold could be hidden in Utah? Plus, how are the Ollinger and Gates families similar?

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NT/IRL: Mystery at Blind Frog Ranch (Seasons 3 & 4)

On the Season 10 finale of National Treasure Hunt, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black are joined by Matthew Costello, Chief Education Officer at the White House Historical Association, to celebrate their 100th podcast episode. The task at hand is simple: to assess the portrayal of presidential and White House history in the National Treasure films, including deep dives into the Oval Office, Resolute desk, presidential seal, and much more.

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100. Hunt for the White House

Alicia Coppola ("Agent Spellman") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to share her memories from behind-the-scenes of filming National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets. Learn how Ed Harris comforted Alicia in an airport, Jon Voight befriended local communities in South Dakota, Helen Mirren facilitated discreet wardrobe changes on set, and much more.

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BONUS: The Secret Lies with Agent Spellman (feat. Alicia Coppola)

Timothy V. Murphy ("Seth") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black for a conversation about his portrayal of Mitch Wilkinson's henchman in National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets. Hear about Tim's off-camera experiences in South Dakota, the reason his face is covered in a few key scenes, and the friendship that formed between the film's "villains."

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BONUS: The Secret Lies with Seth (feat. Timothy V. Murphy)

Michael Maize ("Daniel") joins host Aubrey Paris to share memories of filming National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets as one of Mitch Wilkinson's henchmen. Hear his stories about stunt-performing with Jon Voight, bowling with Ed Harris, listening to Nicolas Cage's castle woes, and so much more.

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BONUS: The Secret Lies with Daniel (feat. Michael Maize)

National Treasure Hunt is the award-winning podcast taking an ocular device to the National Treasure film and television franchise. Hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black, dubbed "franchise historians" by screenwriters Cormac and Marianne Wibberley, provide interdisciplinary, "edutaining" analyses while interviewing cast, crew, and creative team members. Learn about the podcast's spinoff activities, including books, a walking tour, and community events, at NTHuntPodcast.com.

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