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Ted Bundy is one of the most infamous serial killers in American history, this is his awful story. This is the second most popular topic in our annual Blocktober month of episodes where we report on the most requested/topics of the year. Tune in next week to hear what was number one! Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Buy tickets to our streamed shows (ther...

It's almost impossible to have NOT seen a Robin Williams movie! He's one of the most well known comic actors, but how did he come to be a household name? Let's take a look at the making of a legend ; the life of Robin Williams. Buy tickets to our live streamed shows: https://sospresents.com/catalog Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Buy tickets to our strea...

In the Spring of 1846, The Donner Reed Party set out on a journey across the United States. They had no idea that they were embarking on what would become one of the most harrowing journeys in history. A terrible shortcut, bad weather and some ridiculous decisions later... their names and what they had to do to survive quickly became part of US folklore. Support the show and get rewards like bonus...

Late on the evening of the 12th of June, 1994, Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman’s bloodied bodies were found outside of Brown's Brentwood, California home. In the early afternoon the following day, famous retired footballer and actor OJ Simpson was taken in for questioning and eventually charged with the murders. The ensuing trial gripped America and the world. This is that story. Vote fo...

We all know the name Aretha. She's the Queen of Soul, a once in a generation voice. But what do you know about her early life, and how she came to be a household name? Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Check out our web series: https://www.youtube.com/user/stupidoldchannel   Submit a topic idea directly to the hat: dogoonpod.com/Submit-a-Topic Twitter...

What seemingly harmless backyard activity nearly caused World War 3? Gardening! In 1976, a group of South Korean and US soldiers were ordered to cut down a poplar tree in the Demilitarized Zone separating North and South Korea. The North Korean soldiers watching on were not happy and attacked and killed two US soldiers, leaving the US with the question of how to retaliate. They didn't want to look...

On the 17th of December, 2004, Transylvania University librarian Betty Jean Gooch was waiting for her meeting with a man named Walter Beckman - within hours, a crime was committed that is now listed among the F.B.I.’s all-time most significant art-theft cases... it was also one of the most bungled. Listen to hear what went down! Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoG...

No, she's not a comic book hero or a woman who delivers birds and sugar. But Robin Miller is an Australian legend, and one that not many Aussies know about! This is the story of the incredible life of Robin Miller; The Sugarbird lady. Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Check out our web series: https://www.youtube.com/user/stupidoldchannel   Submit a t...

In 1969, some of the most iconic acts of the 1960s performed at Woodstock for four days of peace love and music. Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Who, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Santana and many more took to the stage. But despite going down in history as one of the greatest festivals of all time, Woodstock was almost an unmitigated disaster. Last minute venue changes, bad weather, no security a...

After the episode about Sir Donald Bradman we've had a few listeners saying all the cricketing lingo was a bit confusing at times, so we've tried to explain the basics in this mini episode! There's every chance you'll get to the end of this and be even more confused, sorry! (PS. This is not an episode for people who know and love cricket, you will hate it!) Buy tickets to our streamed shows (there...

Voted the greatest male athlete of the past 200 years by the Australian Confederation of Sport in 1988, Don Bradman is seen as the greatest of all time - but you may not know the story that got him there and about the adventures he had along the way! Buy tickets to our streamed shows (there are 8 available, all with exclusive extra sections): https://sospresents.com/authors/dogoon Support the show...

In the 1960s, Betty and Barney Hill went on a road trip that changed their lives forever. What happened to them? We're still not fully sure.... This episode was recorded as part of our live stream series! You can see the video and other live episodes at sospresents.com Buy tickets to our live streamed shows: https://sospresents.com/catalog Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patr...

Our 250th episode is all about the Mad Trapper Of Rat River. When Canadian authorities paid a visit to a remote log cabin, they didn't expect the man inside to shoot at them through door and then lead them on one of the longest and most grueling manhunts in history. Buy tickets to our live streamed shows, including episode 250 and this coming August 8: https://sospresents.com/authors/dogoon Suppor...

We all know that 'Diamonds Are Forever', but have they always been? Turns out De Beers, with the help of some clever marketing, were able to build up the diamond myth throughout the 20th century. How far did they go in their quest to create demand for diamonds? Buy tickets to our live streamed shows on July 18 + 25, August 1st + 8: https://sospresents.com/authors/dogoon Support the show and get re...

In 1954,William Golding wrote a book about a bunch of boys going nuts when they were stranded on an island. But just over a decade after that fictional novel was published, it actually happened! And the real life boys behaved in a very different way to their fictional counterparts. This is an amazing story of survival, friendship and a little bit of luck! Buy tickets to our live streamed shows on...

Which page of history involves the dairy industry, the welfare system and multiple American presidents? Yes, this one goes all the way to the top, it's Government Cheese! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aI8wp3p_tos Check out the new season of Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/ Our website: dogoonpod.com Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod &n...

Often referred to as the strangest battle of World War II, The Battle For Castle Itter was a daring mission to protect and rescue two former French Prime Ministers, two former military commanders, a Noble Peace Prize winner and a champion tennis player... all of whom were trapped in an Austrian castle. Buy tickets to our live streamed shows on July 18 + 25, August 1st + 8: https://sospresents.com/...

Before Long John Silver, before Captain Jack Sparrow, long before Captain Feathersword, one pirate ruled the seas with an iron hook and a black beard... Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ngs_W0SQ27I Our website: dogoonpod.com Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod   Submit a topic idea directly to the hat: dogoonpod.com/Submit-a-Topic   Twitter: @DoG...

On October the 16th, 1968, Olympic athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos stood with their fists in the air during the medal ceremony for the 200m sprint, a gesture that would make front page news around the world. This is the story of what led to that iconic moment and its aftermath. Buy tickets to our live streamed shows on July 18 + 25, August 1st + 8: https://sospresents.com/catalog Support the...

When Canadian lawyer Charles Vance Millar died, he set up a bizarre will that would give his fortune to the woman that gave birth to the most children over the next ten years. The strangest contest in history, this is the story of The Great Stork Derby. This is the podcast version of episode seven of our new web series that we made with Stupid Old Studios. You can watch the video of the episode co...

The Zombies are an influential psychedelic rock band from England, and in the late 1960’s they set off on a tour of North America. The only problem: they were not the real Zombies… This is the podcast version of episode six of our new web series that we made with Stupid Old Studios. You can watch the video of the episode complete with animations, props and lots and lots of regret face right now on...

In October 1972, a plane carrying a Uruguayan rugby team crashed in the Andes. The story of how some of the passengers survived is one of the most amazing stories of survival and the human spirit! Buy tickets to our live streamed shows on July 18 + 25, August 1st + 8: https://sospresents.com/catalog Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Check out our web serie...

In 1978, Kim Jong-il ordered his agents to abduct South Korean director Shin Sang-ok and his ex-wife actor Choi Eun-hee and forced them to make films for North Korea. The couple played along for years, making movies under the watchful eye of the terrifying regime, patiently waiting until everything was in place for their escape... This week we are lucky enough to be joined by special guest Jackson...

If you’ve ever thought about buying a super expensive watch but thought “Is it really worth it?” Well, for one man, his luxury watch lead the police straight to his murderer. This is the podcast version of episode five of our new web series that we made with Stupid Old Studios. You can watch the video of the episode complete with animations, props and lots and lots of regret face right now on The...

In 2019, seventeen year old Will Connolly made world wide news when he egged right wing senator Fraser Anning. This young crusader was dubbed ‘Egg Boy.’ But he wasn’t the original egg boy... Over 100 years earlier, Australian Prime Minister Billy Hughes was egged, and all hell broke loose. This is the 1917 Egg Throwing Incident. This is the podcast version of episode four of our new web series tha...