On the Season 9 finale of National Treasure Hunt, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black welcome Tyler Putman, Senior Manager of Gallery Interpretation at the Museum of the American Revolution, to the podcast. Their conversation examines several historical figures and events from the Revolutionary War era through the lens of National Treasure.Learn …

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black join Dr. Colleen Shogan, Archivist of the United States, to launch the U.S. National Archives' new virtual event series, "Inside the Vault." Their conversation explores the many reasons why the National Archives will forever be linked to the National Treasure franchise. (This virtual event live-streamed on YouT…

What begins as a second round of examining legendary treasures in history quickly devolves into co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black pitching their best National Treasure 3 ideas. Invoking everything from Mansa Musa, to the Lycurgus Cup, to the Bay of Pigs, their ideas are all across the map (literally).Learn more about National Treasure Hunt's up…

Aubrey Paris and Emily Black are joined by a LIVE audience at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, for a National Treasure 20th anniversary celebration. The co-hosts share 20 things they love about the fan-favorite franchise before answering audience questions.Learn more about National Treasure Hunt's upcoming appearance at the Museu…

By popular demand, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black compare National Treasure to The Librarians. Each franchise consists of films, books, and a television show developed over similar time periods, so why have they met such different fates?Learn more about National Treasure Hunt's upcoming appearance at the Museum of the American Revolution (No…

As they work their way through Season 9, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black sit down with four National Treasure Hunters who share how the beloved franchise has impacted their lives.Find information about the "A Million Little TV Shows" podcast, which will soon cover National Treasure: Edge of History, here: https://linktr.ee/amillionlittletv Le…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black analyze the soundtrack for National Treasure: Edge of History, discovering key similarities and differences when compared to Trevor Rabin's musical score from the films.Learn more about National Treasure Hunt's free virtual event with the Archivist of the United States (October 8, 2024, at 6pm ET) here: https:/…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black investigate the contents of Ben Gates' apartment in National Treasure, revealing hints about his lifestyle and relationships. Plus, where in Washington, D.C., do Ben and his father live?Learn more about National Treasure Hunt's free virtual event with the Archivist of the United States (October 8, 2024, at 6pm …

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black answer YOUR questions in this bonus episode celebrating National Treasure's 20th anniversary. Learn their future plans for National Treasure Hunt, how they land podcast interviews, their ideal cameo in National Treasure 3, and much more.Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new e…

Stand-up comedian Dave Neal joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to discuss what makes the National Treasure movies funny. How will the original films' humor translate to National Treasure 3?Listen to The Rush Hour with Dave Neal on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rush-hour-with-dave-neal/id1651903715) or wherever y…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black provide the first-ever complete look at how National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets' treasure hunt clues fit together in the context of American history (1552-1923). This episode is based on National Treasure 2 clue trails developed and used by screenwriters Marianne and Cormac Wibberley during their writing proce…

National Treasure casting director Avy Kaufman joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to reflect on her contributions to the franchise. How did she collaborate with director Jon Turteltaub to match actors to the characters we know and love today?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Trea…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black assess National Treasure: Edge of History's depiction of a Pan-American treasure. How much would this collection of Mayan, Aztec, and Incan relics be worth today?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple P…

In this EXCLUSIVE interview with Aubrey Paris and Emily Black, National Treasure 3 screenwriter Ted Elliott shares a promising update on his script and provides our first hints about the plot of the long-awaited film. Plus, celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first National Treasure movie with Ted's memories of time spent on set.Join the hunt on …

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black examine Sacagawea's role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Theoretically, could she have met a Daughter of the Plumed Serpent and transmitted the "Alamo well" clue as suggested in National Treasure: Edge of History?National Treasure Hunt is hitting the road this summer for a series of live events in Pennsylvan…

For their Season 9 premiere, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black recognize the 20th anniversary of National Treasure by predicting how the original film would look different if it was made for the first time today. What could this mean for National Treasure 3?National Treasure Hunt is hitting the road this summer for a series of live events in Pe…

Following the conclusion of Season 8, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black are joined by three National Treasure Hunters who share their favorite National Treasure memories (and National Treasure 3 pitches) in honor of the franchise's 20th anniversary.National Treasure Hunt is hitting the road this summer for a series of live events in Pennsylvani…

Bruce Greenwood ("The President") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to discuss the involvement of his National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets character in launching the page 47 mystery. He's ready to reprise his role in National Treasure 3...and he's sharing story ideas that could make his return possible.National Treasure Hunt is hitting th…

Welcome to National Treasure News! Following their news-breaking interview with director Jon Turteltaub, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black discuss the writer currently tasked with scripting National Treasure 3: Ted Elliott. (This episode of NTN was recorded on June 5, 2024.)National Treasure Hunt is hitting the road this summer for a series of …

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black continue their celebration of National Treasure's 20th anniversary with a game of 20 questions featuring Jon Turteltaub! The National Treasure director spills some major franchise secrets, revealing which Hollywood heavyweight was once offered the lead role, whether Ian Howe is out of prison (and in the Nationa…

On the Season 8 finale of National Treasure Hunt, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black welcome Callie Hawkins, CEO and Executive Director of President Lincoln's Cottage, to the podcast. Their discussion examines how President Lincoln's legacy is reflected in National Treasure's characters and explores the significance of this lesser-known historic…

Welcome to National Treasure News! In this installment, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black share details of their summer 2024 National Treasure Hunt LIVE event series in celebration of National Treasure's 20th anniversary. See event dates below. (This episode of NTN was recorded on May 1, 2024.)National Treasure Hunt 2024 LIVE Events:June 15 at …

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black share the story of Sor Juana, the first feminist of the New World. Could she have been a Daughter of the Plumed Serpent in National Treasure: Edge of History? How do we know she didn't hide the lapis box in the organ?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National …

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black compare National Treasure with Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001), emphasizing the importance of family as a motivator in both franchises. Plus, what qualities define a "treasure hunt movie"?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wedn…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black dissect the motivations of National Treasure: Edge of History's villainous organization, Cras Est Nostrum. How can Cras Est Nostrum's actions be analogized to real-world events? Is there a place for the organization in National Treasure 3?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black calculate the cost to conduct every heist in the National Treasure franchise. Do their findings agree with the purported financial situations of Ben Gates, Jess Valenzuela, and their counterparts?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-o…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black kick off their year-long celebration of National Treasure's 20th anniversary with a game of 20 questions featuring Marianne and Cormac Wibberley! The screenwriting/showrunning duo answer your most pressing National Treasure queries, including: How did Ian know the Declaration wouldn't be in its display case? Wh…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black share the story of La Malinche, the Aztec woman whose legacy as Hernan Cortes' translator grows more complex with the passage of time. Why is she a perfect historical centerpiece for National Treasure: Edge of History? What parts of her story did Edge of History leave out? How should we interpret her actions to…

Following up on their analysis of Agent Sadusky's storage unit, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black assess the contents of the former FBI agent's clue room in National Treasure: Edge of History. Their search reveals hidden maps, photographs, and notes that connect the Edge of History storyline to National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets.Join the hunt…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black compare and contrast the National Treasure franchise with The Mummy (1999 and 2017). Can The Mummy be considered a treasure hunt film?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you lis…

Is Jess Valenzuela justified in breaking her father out of prison? Is it wrong for Rafael Rios to let his wife and daughter believe he died? How can we support our friends without impinging on their agency? Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black examine the ethics of character decisions in National Treasure: Edge of History.Join the hunt on Twitter …

In the Season 8 premiere of National Treasure Hunt, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black break down the planning, execution, and outcomes of each heist in the National Treasure franchise. Their analysis identifies the key qualities of a successful National Treasure heist and helps explain why some feel more satisfying than others.Join the hunt on …

Tommy Savas ("Dr. Zeke") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to discuss his character's motivations in National Treasure: Edge of History. Hear about his National Treasure fandom, learn how his character might have been involved in a second season of Edge of History, and so much more.Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodca…

On the Season 7 finale of National Treasure Hunt, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black welcome Katie Patton Pryor, Executive Director at the Baton Rouge Film Commission, to the podcast. Their discussion illuminates why National Treasure: Edge of History filmed in Baton Rouge and how the city's culture was integrated into the show.Join the hunt on …

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black tell the stories of the Amber Room, the lost library of the Moscow tsars, Blackbeard's treasure, and other legendary treasures in history to assess their candidacy for inclusion in National Treasure 3.Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt ev…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black explore the history of Buckingham Palace. Their deep-dive uncovers notable connections to Queen Victoria, identifies which palace rooms were replicated in National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets, and more.Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt e…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black put their doctorates to work assessing the validity of science and technology presented in National Treasure: Edge of History. Plus, "National Treasure Lab" returns to test Edge of History's most memorable S&T tricks.Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National …

Marco Kyris, Nicolas Cage's former traveling stand-in, joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to discuss his time working on the set of National Treasure. During the conversation, Kyris shares his experiences with other cast members, behind-the-scenes moments from filming, his perpetual gratitude to Cage, and more.Join the hunt on Twitter and …

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black compare the villains of the National Treasure films to those in National Treasure: Edge of History. When considering Ian Howe, Mitch Wilkinson, Billie Pierce, and Agent Hendricks, which villain is the most complete, and whose actions seem inconsistent with their character? Plus, the reason for Mitch's abrupt ch…

To celebrate the midpoint of their seventh season, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black are joined by three National Treasure Hunters who share how the National Treasure movies shaped their careers, hobbies, and more. What advice would they give the National Treasure production team regarding the third film in the franchise?Join the hunt on Twitte…

FBI Agent Peter Sadusky is a mysterious figure in the National Treasure universe. Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black uncover clues about Agent Sadusky's life, family, and career as they critically examine the contents of his storage unit featured in National Treasure: Edge of History.Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, a…

Ross MacDonald, prop designer for National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets, joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to discuss his work on the President's secret book, Booth diary page, and other book props from the movie. What historical mysteries appear in the secret book, which entry did Nicolas Cage photograph at the Library of Congress, and wh…

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?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesda…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black compare the CBS/Paramount Plus show Blood and Treasure to the National Treasure franchise. Why do Blood and Treasure and National Treasure: Edge of History feel eerily similar?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Sp…

Welcome to National Treasure News! In this installment, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black discuss the production, marketing, and reception of the long-anticipated Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny(2023). What could it mean for National Treasure 3? (This episode of NTN was recorded on July 13, 2023.)Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram usi…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black discuss parallels between National Treasure and other well-known Nicolas Cage films, including The Rock, Con Air, Gone in 60 Seconds, Next, Pig, and more.Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts,…

Were the Daughters of the Plumed Serpent real? Was Elvis Presley a Freemason? Could La Malinche read and write? Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black examine the historical plot points presented in National Treasure: Edge of History.Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-ot…

Co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black share their favorite outtakes from Seasons 3 through 6 of National Treasure Hunt. Plus, the origin of our infamous "haggis" bleep is finally revealed!Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes of National Treasure Hunt every-other Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or …

Following the conclusion of Season 6, co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black are joined by four National Treasure Hunters who share early memories of the film franchise and opinions of the Disney Plus spin-off. What do they envision as the future of National Treasure?Join the hunt on Twitter and Instagram using @NTHuntPodcast, and find new episodes …

David Dayan Fisher ("Shaw") joins co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black to reflect on his experience portraying Ian Howe's principal henchman in National Treasure. Learn about secret shenanigans in the Independence Hall bell tower, Shaw's true feelings about Riley Poole, movie magic underpinning his fall into the Parkington Lane pit, and much more.…