You can text us here!25 years ago, Gladiator was released and became an iconic film almost immediately. What many people may not realise is that Commodus, the son of the Emperor, who was Russel Crow's nemesis, was actually a real historical figure, whose acts of violence and depravity actually had to be toned down for Hollywood. We, of course, are quite happy to talk about him.Support the showwww.strangestuffpodcast.comwww.patreon/strangestuffpodcast#strangestuffpodcast - InstagramStrange Stuff Podcast - YouTubeWe source our material from various web resources, and claim no credit for any original research, as we are too damn lazy/busy to actually carry it out. This is a light entertainment podcast that we do for fun, and any facts that Andy states in any given episode, may or may not be true. Enjoy the ride.
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Episode 188: Smuggle Struggles Pt.2
You can text us here!Meet Barry. Barry was one of the most prolific smugglers ever, who enjoyed the protection of the CIA as he worked for both law enforcement and the Cartels. He was running guns one way, with drugs on the return trip. Books and movies have been made about this mans life, although it is said that they never showed what really happened, as it was too outlandish to be believed.Support the showwww.strangestuffpodcast.comwww.patreon/strangestuffpodcast#strangestuffpodcast - InstagramStrange Stuff Podcast - YouTubeWe source our material from various web resources, and claim no credit for any original research, as we are too damn lazy/busy to actually carry it out. This is a light entertainment podcast that we do for fun, and any facts that Andy states in any given episode, may or may not be true. Enjoy the ride.
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Episode 187: Smuggle Struggles
You can text us here!From the comical to the ingenious, the methods of drug smuggling used over the years are both strange and fascinating. We take a look at some of the most notable ways people have moved their product, but we won't talk about the most successful one... because they haven't been caught yet!Support the showwww.strangestuffpodcast.comwww.patreon/strangestuffpodcast#strangestuffpodcast - InstagramStrange Stuff Podcast - YouTubeWe source our material from various web resources, and claim no credit for any original research, as we are too damn lazy/busy to actually carry it out. This is a light entertainment podcast that we do for fun, and any facts that Andy states in any given episode, may or may not be true. Enjoy the ride.
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Episode 186: Pendle Witch Trials
You can text us here!Still in Lancashire, the year is now 1612 and it's an unfortunate time for a couple of families living in the Pendle area. 10 people lost their lives and a fair few others stood trial for witchcraft, all because of the word of a street peddler, who didn't have pins for sale...Support the showwww.strangestuffpodcast.comwww.patreon/strangestuffpodcast#strangestuffpodcast - InstagramStrange Stuff Podcast - YouTubeWe source our material from various web resources, and claim no credit for any original research, as we are too damn lazy/busy to actually carry it out. This is a light entertainment podcast that we do for fun, and any facts that Andy states in any given episode, may or may not be true. Enjoy the ride.
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Episode 185: The Seven
You can text us here!A story of demonic possession from the 16th Century, in Lancashire, England. The first of 2 parts, next week will follow the witch trials in the same area at the same time and we can look at how they were connected.Support the showwww.strangestuffpodcast.comwww.patreon/strangestuffpodcast#strangestuffpodcast - InstagramStrange Stuff Podcast - YouTubeWe source our material from various web resources, and claim no credit for any original research, as we are too damn lazy/busy to actually carry it out. This is a light entertainment podcast that we do for fun, and any facts that Andy states in any given episode, may or may not be true. Enjoy the ride.
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