Postmarked & Tipsy: A Vintage Postcard History Podcast
Discover the stories behind vintage postcards with Postmarked & Tipsy.
what is postmarked & tipsy?
Uncover Hidden Histories
Postmarked & Tipsy is a storytelling podcast that explores the hidden history behind vintage postcards. Each episode uncovers real messages, forgotten places, and the everyday lives of people from the past—one postcard at a time.
From strange notes to heartfelt messages, these small pieces of mail reveal surprising stories about history, culture, and human connection.
What you’ll get:
- Stories inspired by real vintage postcards
- Deep dives into overlooked moments in history
- A mix of humor, curiosity, and historical insight
About the hosts and the tavern
The Hosts
Who is This Handsome Soldier?
The Tavern
Kara and Jessica are longtime friends and co-hosts who turn vintage postcards into lively investigations of forgotten places, family lore and everyday history. They frequently bring a taxidermy squirrel named "DJ Nutz" to local bars.
The Tavern
Who is This Handsome Soldier?
The Tavern
Postmarked & Tipsy is filmed in Kara’s home tavern — a space that started as a guest room, but was quickly repurposed when it became clear no one was actually coming to stay.
Who is This Handsome Soldier?
Who is This Handsome Soldier?
Who is This Handsome Soldier?
Behind us hangs a portrait of Kara’s great-great-great grandfather, a Vermont soldier who fought for the Union in the Civil War. His story doesn’t end on the battlefield, but in Bellows Falls, Vermont — where, after a night of drinking rum with fellow soldiers, he was found in a ditch the next morning
Please drink responsibly. If you are struggling with a substance abuse issue/mental health disorder, SAMHSA, the National Helpline for Mental Health, Drug, Alcohol Issues, is available to help.
Get in Touch
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