Podcast

National Treasure Hunt is the award-winning, New York Times-featured podcast taking an ocular device to the National Treasure film franchise.

Every episode features co-hosts Aubrey Paris and Emily Black examining the National Treasure movies or TV show through an interdisciplinary lens. Whether they're assessing historical accuracy, testing science tricks, debating the ethics of Ben Gates' decisions, or interviewing an expert from a National Treasure filming location, Aubrey and Emily embark on thought-provoking discussions that never fail to entertain. That's why National Treasure Hunt was named the 2025 Best Society and Culture Podcast by Quill and a Top 5 Treasure Hunting Podcast by Million Podcasts.

Special guests spill National Treasure secrets.

Known for breaking the news of National Treasure 3's confirmation live on stage in August 2026, Aubrey and Emily are periodically joined on the podcast by cast and creators of the National Treasure film franchise, such as Jon Turteltaub, the Wibberleys, and Ted Elliott.

New episodes are released every-other Wednesday on all podcast platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

National Treasure Hunt thanks Ankita Patil for creating our logo. Episode music was composed by our very own Emily Black.

Cast & Crew Interviews

Oren Aviv

Antonio Cipriano

Antonio Cipriano

Creator & Storywriter

National Treasure

Antonio Cipriano

Antonio Cipriano

Antonio Cipriano

"Oren Bradley"

National Treasure: Edge of History

Alicia Coppola

Antonio Cipriano

Terrence Currier

"Agent Spellman"

National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets

Terrence Currier

Antonio Cipriano

Terrence Currier

"Charles Carroll of Carrollton"

National Treasure

Ted Elliott

Stewart Finlay-McLennan

Stewart Finlay-McLennan

Screenwriter

National Treasure 3

Stewart Finlay-McLennan

Stewart Finlay-McLennan

Stewart Finlay-McLennan

"Powell"

National Treasure

David Dayan Fisher

Stewart Finlay-McLennan

David Dayan Fisher

"Shaw"

National Treasure

Bruce Greenwood

Stewart Finlay-McLennan

David Dayan Fisher

"The President"

National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets

Lisa Hoyle

Dustin Ingram

Dustin Ingram

Stunt Double for Diane Kruger

National Treasure

Dustin Ingram

Dustin Ingram

Dustin Ingram

"Myles Moro"

National Treasure: Edge of History

Avy Kaufman

Dustin Ingram

Avy Kaufman

Casting Director

National Treasure

Marco Kyris

Dustin Ingram

Avy Kaufman

Stand-in for Nicolas Cage

National Treasure

Chris Leps

Timothy V. Murphy

Ross MacDonald

Stunt Double for Justin Bartha

National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets

Ross MacDonald

Timothy V. Murphy

Ross MacDonald

Prop Designer

National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets

Michael Maize

Timothy V. Murphy

Timothy V. Murphy

"Daniel"

National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets

Timothy V. Murphy

Timothy V. Murphy

Timothy V. Murphy

"Seth"

National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets

Lisette Olivera

Lisette Olivera

Lisette Olivera

"Jess Valenzuela"

National Treasure: Edge of History

Mark Pellegrino

Lisette Olivera

Lisette Olivera

"Agent Johnson"

National Treasure

Stephen Pope

Lisette Olivera

Armando Riesco

"Phil"

National Treasure

Armando Riesco

Lisette Olivera

Armando Riesco

"Agent Hendricks"

National Treasure & National Treasure: Edge of History

Jordan Rodrigues

Jordan Rodrigues

Jordan Rodrigues

"Ethan Chao"

National Treasure: Edge of History

Tommy Savas

Jordan Rodrigues

Jordan Rodrigues

"Dr. Zeke Hudson"

National Treasure: Edge of History

Charles Segars

Jordan Rodrigues

Charles Segars

Creator & Storywriter

National Treasure

Michael Singer

Jordan Rodrigues

Charles Segars

Unit Publicist

National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets

Oleg Taktarov

Jake Austin Walker

Trampas Thompson

"Viktor"

National Treasure

Trampas Thompson

Jake Austin Walker

Trampas Thompson

Stunt Double for David Dayan Fisher

National Treasure

Jon Turteltaub

Jake Austin Walker

Jake Austin Walker

Director

National Treasure &

National Treasure 2: Book of Secrets

Jake Austin Walker

Jake Austin Walker

Jake Austin Walker

"Liam Sadusky"

National Treasure: Edge of History

Cormac & Marianne Wibberley

Cast of National Treasure: Edge of History

Cormac & Marianne Wibberley

Screenwriters, National Treasure

Showrunners, National Treasure: Edge of History

Breeda Wool

Cast of National Treasure: Edge of History

Cormac & Marianne Wibberley

"Kacey Hasler"

National Treasure: Edge of History

Cast of National Treasure: Edge of History

Cast of National Treasure: Edge of History

Cast of National Treasure: Edge of History

Catherine Zeta-Jones, Lisette Olivera, Jordan Rodrigues, Antonio Cipriano, Jake Austin Walker, Lyndon Smith, Breeda Wool, Dustin Ingram, the Wibberleys, & Jon Turteltaub

Recent Media Coverage

National Treasure Director Confirms Third Movie with Nicolas Cage is "Finally Real," PEOPLE (August 24, 2026)
Hollywood Minute: National Treasure 3 Could Be On the Way, CNN Entertainment (August 24, 2026)
National Treasure Set to Return with Third Installment, Today Show (August 24, 2026)
National Treasure 3 with Nic Cage Officially a Go: Will It Finally Explain the Mystery of Page 47?, Syfy (August 24, 2026)
Nicolas Cage Adventure Franchise to Return 20 Years After Critically Panned Sequel, The Independent (August 24, 2026)
Nicolas Cage Expected to Return for National Treasure 3, Director Says: "It's Finally Real," Us Weekly (August 23, 2026)
National Treasure 3 In Works, Franchise Director Reveals: "It's Finally Real," Deadline (August 22, 2026)
National Treasure 3 is "Finally Real" and "We Have a Script," Director Says, The Hollywood Reporter (August 22, 2026)
National Treasure 3 is "Happening," Says Franchise Director Jon Turteltaub, Variety (August 22, 2026)
National Treasure 3 is "Hollywood Real," Vulture (August 22, 2026)
National Treasure 3 is "Finally Real" with Nicolas Cage Returning, Original Director Reveals, Entertainment Weekly (August 22, 2026)
National Treasure 3 is "Finally Real" with Nicolas Cage Returning, Director Confirms, E! News (August 22, 2026)
National Treasure 3: Nic Cage Sequel is Happening, Franchise Director Says, The Wrap (August 22, 2026)
19 Years Later, Nicolas Cage's Long-Awaited Action Sequel is Finally Happening, MovieWeb (August 22, 2026)
National Treasure 3 Officially In Development with Polarizing Franchise Star Set to Return, ScreenRant (August 22, 2026).
Director Confirms National Treasure 3 with Nic Cage is "Finally Real" at Philly's National Treasure Weekend, The Philadelphia Inquirer (August 21, 2026)
National Treasure 3: Will There Be a New Adventure?, Agents of Fandom (July 21, 2025)
National Treasure 3 Just Got a Gold-Plated Update, Collider (August 6, 2024)
National Treasure 3 Writer Teases Returning Characters and Plot Details, CBR (August 4, 2024)

What Listeners are Saying

I'm Gonna Steal the Declaration

Fun & Insightful on Multiple Levels

I'm Gonna Steal the Declaration

I thought I liked the National Treasure films enough, but then I listened to this podcast. Emily and Aubrey's love of the movies and U.S. history is delightful and charming. I find myself entertained and learning about things I never would have known or thought to research myself. They also have a great rapport. I suddenly find myself wanting to watch both of these movies again...I think Andy Samberg's Nicolas Cage would have this to say about these hosts' passion for the films, "that's high praise."

-ZeroDarkToothHurty (Apple Podcasts)

Dust Off Your Copy of NT

Fun & Insightful on Multiple Levels

I'm Gonna Steal the Declaration

It has been a while since I've watched the movies, but this pod made me want to watch them along with each episode. If you're just looking for National Treasure content or you want some history and context for the movie, this is the pod for you. Hosts are very entertaining, so if you're just looking for ANYTHING, this is worth checking out.

-PartyAng (Apple Podcasts)

Fun & Insightful on Multiple Levels

Fun & Insightful on Multiple Levels

Fun & Insightful on Multiple Levels

Aubrey and Emily's passion for National Treasure is contagious even for non-superfans! This podcast has given me a broader appreciation not only for this film series but for film in general, thanks to the hosts' abilities to dissect the most innocuous-seeming plot points and uncover fun Easter eggs, story-wide motifs, and deeper, unforeseen meanings at every turn. This is a great listen for history buffs, science nerds, film critics, and Nick Cage aficionados alike!

-B-ryk93 (Apple Podcasts)

This is Great

Super Fun & Informative!

Fun & Insightful on Multiple Levels

This series takes a deep dive into the National Treasure franchise. I love how Aubrey and Emily break down so many parts of the movie while giving you a history lesson. It's really neat to hear what was accurate, embellished, and just plain fake in the films. Check them out.

-TheRealEscapeGoat (Apple Podcasts)

Super Fun & Informative!

Super Fun & Informative!

Super Fun & Informative!

Aubrey and Emily are fantastic. Their interaction with each other and their guests makes it all the more engaging as they deep dive into the film franchise and much more! Their access to A-list cast and crew is on par with any other Hollywood podcast out there! Their passionate knowledge inspires you to go back and revisit the films, and sparks even more of a demand for the third film in the franchise!

-RileyDouble (Apple Podcasts)

Great Podcast

Super Fun & Informative!

Super Fun & Informative!

The hosts are very informative and do deep dives into these movies in a way that no one else does. Breaking it down to an almost molecular level (pun intended) and still keeping it entertaining is tough to do but they pull it off. 10/10 would recommend!

-Albuquerque! (Apple Podcasts)

Recent Guest Hosting & Appearances

Abnormal Voyages

Two Sides to the Story

Two Sides to the Story

Heist & Seek (Aubrey Paris & Emily Black)

July 2026

Two Sides to the Story

Two Sides to the Story

Two Sides to the Story

National Treasure Hunt Interview with Aubrey Paris & Emily Black

April 2025

Podcasting Made Simple

Two Sides to the Story

Podcasting Made Simple

Grow Your Show by Repurposing Podcast Content | Aubrey Paris

April 2025

Book of the Mouse Club

Two Sides to the Story

Podcasting Made Simple

Author Interview: National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy

October 2024