A Tap On The Wrist

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The scandalous history of alcohol; the people who established it and the crimes committed.

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66. Socialites & Scammers (feat. Tori Telfer) 30.03.2021 1:16:13

In this episode, Laura & Vanessa are excited to welcome Tori Telfer as a guest host! Tori tells the story of Wang Ti straight from her new book ‘Confident Women’ and Laura explores the history of Perle Mesta. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey

65. The Origins of Alcohol and Veuve Clicquot 23.03.2021 1:10:38

In the Season 3 premiere of A Tap on the Wrist, Laura & Vanessa discuss the importance of women in the origins of alcohol, as well as the champagne brand Veuve Clicquot!  If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey

64. Re-Release: Ladies of the Wild, Wild West 16.03.2021 35:48

In honor of Women’s History Month and to get ready for Season 3, we’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes featuring women. In this re-release of episode 36 of A Tap on the Wrist, Laura & Vanessa discuss woman of the wild west; Madame Mustache & Mary Fields. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey

63. Re-Release: Women in the Biz - The Agent & the Bartender 09.03.2021 36:57

In honor of Women’s History Month and to get ready for Season 3, we’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes featuring women. In this re-release of episode fourteen of A Tap on the Wrist, Laura & Vanessa discuss Prohibition Agent Daisy Simpson and bartender Ada Coleman. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey

62. Re-Release: Hello, Suckers! 02.03.2021 54:16

In honor of Women’s History Month and to get ready for Season 3, we’re revisiting some of our favorite episodes featuring women. In this re-release of the third episode of A Tap on the Wrist, Laura & Vanessa discuss some powerful ladies of the 1920s: Texas Guinan and Pearl "Polly" Adler. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey

61. Life After Capone! 23.02.2021 1:17:50

In the season finale of A Tap On The Wrist Season 2, Laura and Vanessa discuss the end of Prohibition and what became of The Outfit after Capone! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

60. The End of an Era - Arrivederci Gentlemen! 16.02.2021 1:11:10

In our second-to-last episode of Season Two, Laura and Vanessa say goodbye to the last major players from this season. We tell you their declines, their deaths, and what happens to Al Capone after jail. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

59. Going to Jail With Al! 09.02.2021 1:13:02

This week Laura and Vanessa discuss Al Capone’s time in prison and the history of Alcatraz! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

58. Judgement Day 02.02.2021 1:14:06

This week Laura and Vanessa explore the second half of the investigation into Capone's finances and dive into the details of his trial. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

57. Taking Your Booze & All The Credit: Prohibition Agents 26.01.2021 1:04:09

This week Laura and Vanessa discuss the history of Prohibition Agents, and one agent in particular whom you may have heard of... Eliot Ness! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

56. Theories, Suspects, & No Real Answers 19.01.2021 51:19

This week Laura and Vanessa explore the multiple theories behind who is responsible for the St. Valentines Day Massacre. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey

55. New Year, Old Timey Revenge: The Saint Valentine's Day Massacre 12.01.2021 52:18

This week Laura and Vanessa discuss one of the most notorious crimes associate with Al Capone and Chicago... The Saint Valentine's Day Massacre! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review.    Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

54. Chicago's Hottest 1920's Hangouts 22.12.2020 58:37

This week Laura and Vanessa take a look at some of the bars and restaurants that Capone & Friends frequented in the 1920's. Make this your next Chicago bucketlist! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

53. Retaliation: Chicago Gangster Style 15.12.2020 52:29

In this episode, Laura and Vanessa continue to discuss the many assassinations & attempts during the Chicago Beer Wars once Capone took over. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

52. The end of the story for a lot of guys, but just the beginning for Capone. 08.12.2020 48:33

In this episode, Laura and Vanessa discuss the many assassinations & attempts during the early years of the Chicago Beer Wars. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review.  Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

51. The Rivals of Tapone Part II 01.12.2020 53:48

In episode 51, Laura and Vanessa continue to look into the rivals of The Chicago Outfit. This is the second part of a two part episode! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

50. Q&A: Everything you want to know about us 24.11.2020 1:15:47

In honor of reaching episode 50, we wanted to introduce ourselves in a more in depth Q & A. We're answering your questions this week!

49. The Rivals of Tapone (aka Torrio + Capone) 17.11.2020 59:24

In episode 49, Laura and Vanessa dive into the rivals of The Chicago Outfit, beginning with the South Side O’Donnells and the Saltis-McErlane Gang. This is the first of a two part episode! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

48. Behind Every Great Mobster, There Are More Great Mobsters. 10.11.2020 1:25:56

In episode 48, Laura and Vanessa dive into the alliances of The Chicago Outfit. Without the help of these mobsters and their gangs, Capone would not be the success he was in Chicago. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

47. The Four Deuces & the Torrio-Capone Business Model 03.11.2020 58:34

In episode 47 Laura and Vanessa talk about the Torrio-Capone headquarters, The Four Deuces, as well as how they handled their various businesses! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

46. Spooky Halloween 27.10.2020 1:08:07

In this episode, Laura and Vanessa discuss the top haunted bars and hotels around Chicago! Get into the Halloween season with these stories!

45. Deanie, Hymie, & Bugs: Gang Bosses & Friends to the End 20.10.2020 1:08:55

In episode 45 Laura and Vanessa discuss the backstories of the bosses of North Side Gang! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey.

44. Say Hello to My Little Friend 13.10.2020 1:03:40

In episode 44, Laura explores the history of the neighborhood of Chicago called Little Hell and Vanessa talks us the history of The Tommy Gun! If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey

43. Baseball Scandals & the Murder of Big Jim 06.10.2020 1:07:02

In Episode 43, Laura and Vanessa take a fun detour to discuss the Black Sox Scandal of 1919, before jumping back in with the death of Big Jim Colosimo. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey

42. Lil' Capone & The Chicago Temperance Movement 29.09.2020 1:16:19

In Episode 42, Laura and Vanessa explore Al Capone's childhood, including his many nicknames, and also dive into the history of The Temperance Movement in Chicago. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, & review. Music credit: 'Booze and Blues' by Ma Rainey