Best Fig Heads Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 245: The Irish Mob In NYC l Mike Cannon, Brendan Sagalow & LP 1:24:53

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KP Burke welcomes on Mike Cannon and Brendan Sagalow and his dad to talk about one of the most brutal and violent gangs in the history of New York City, The Westies. Sneak Preview: How this Tiny gang was putting up such horrifying numbers Mickey Spillane messing with the Italian's money James Coonans takeover of the gang and inevitable end Original…

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Episode 244: Zapruder & His Film l Chris Faga 55:22

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A man in Dallas got more than he bargained for one day while he filmed a presidential motorcade passing by...it changed his life and the country forever Sneak Preview: How this Ukranian born immigrant ended up in Dallas Why his clothing company was the ideal spot to get footage from What happened to the footage after he sold it\ Original Air Date: …

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Episode 243: The Black Dahlia Murder l Big Rich From Jersey 1:28:35

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Comedian and retired police officer Big Rich from Jersey joins us to help make sense of an investigation gone horribly wrong and a crime that remains unsolved. Sneak Preview: How this eerie unsolved murder has kept America guessing for over 50 years How the press is responsible to a lot of the mistakes in the case the LAPD quietly giving up on ever…

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Episode 242: Doug Hegdahl, the POW Who outsmarted his captors l Derek Humphrey 1:31:03

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KP Burke is joined by Derek Humphrey to talk about Doug Hegdal, who was a POW at the infamous Hanoi Hilton during Vietnam. His story of survival includes one of the best examples of "pulling a fast one" on his own captors. Original Air Date: 11/20/25 My Book - “History Isn’t Boring, Your Teacher Was”: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/0oMeSB7⁠⁠⁠⁠ Missed a previou…

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Episode 241: John Smith's Crazy life before Pocahontas l LP & Mike Sicoli 1:17:52

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Larry Burke and Comedian Mike Sicoli come pn the show to talk about John Smith and his crazy life before arriving at the New World. How much did Disney embellish? What is truth and what is legend?? Original Air Date: 11/13/25 My Book - “History Isn’t Boring, Your Teacher Was”: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/0oMeSB7⁠⁠⁠⁠ Missed a previous episode? No worries! Ca…

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Episode 240: The Red Ghost l Tristian Bowling 1:00:36

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KP Burke is joined by Tristian Bowling to talk another outlandish story from the old west. The pair discuss the short lived US Camel Corps, The hulking 30 foot beast that terrorized Arizona and the shocking way the two are related. Original Air Date: 11/06/25 My Book - “History Isn’t Boring, Your Teacher Was”: ⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/0oMeSB7⁠⁠⁠ Missed a …

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Episode 239: Devil Dan Sickles l Luis J Gomez 49:52

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Luis J Gomez joins KP Burke to discuss the most chaotic man in American history... this one has it all Sneak Preview: The Tamany Hall Politician The First man in history to use the insanity deffense Getting his leg blown off in the Civil War Original Air Date 10/30/25 My Book - “History Isn’t Boring, Your Teacher Was”: ⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/0oMeSB7⁠⁠⁠ …

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Episode 238: The Haunting of the Myrtles Plantation l Mike Figs & Shannon Lee 1:20:34

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Frequently said it is the most haunted place in the United States. Myrtle Manor in Saint Francisville, LA has plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy while Shannon and Figs from The Thing Is... join us this week for all things spooky. Sneak Preview: The builders wild road to Louisiana Many unexplained mysteries over the years, The hauntings that continue …

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Episode 237: Chung Ling Soo l Chris Faga 1:05:28

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by guest Chris Faga of High Society Radio. In the Victorian Era, magicians were like rock stars selling out theaters...one famous Magician was Chung Ling Soo, whose stage tragedy exposed an entire life of questionable behavior. Sneak Preview: His early life as a Scottsman from New York What lead to hi…

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Episode 236: General George Pickett AKA General Infamy l LP 1:29:25

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by guest returning guest Larry Burke to discuss George Pickett's life and how it plays out like a heroic tragedy. Complete with total heroics, abject failures and war crimes. Sneak Preview: His early life and how he got into the millitary His many wives and the one who wrote his lore The charge that m…

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Episode 235: The Cursed Painting Of Ivan The Terrible l Corinne Fisher 1:17:56

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by guest Corinne Fisher to discuss the story of a Russian painting that has been "disturbing" people since early 1900's. Sneak Preview: The origin of the painting Getting banned in Russia The unfortunate demise of many of it's owners. Original Air Date: 10/02/25 Thank you @Combatflipflops275 Use link …

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Episode 234: Return to Oz & Russia? l Lauren Leroux & Boris Khaykin 1:13:28

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by guests Lauren Leroux and Boris Khaykin to discuss the unofficial sequel to Wizard of Oz. This film was made in the 1980's with some severe underlying messaging about the dangers of the soviet union. Sneak Peek: Where The Film Fits In The Oz Cannon Is The Whole Movie An Alagory For The Russian Revol…

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Episode 233: Papa Legba: American Voodoo l Lemaire Lee 1:01:54

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KP is joined by guest Lemaire Lee to discuss Papa Legba. A voodoo deity that has been appearing in American Pop Culture for decades... do you know him? You just might and not even know. Sneak Peek: His origins and fellow dieties His influence on popular culture What to do if you run into him Original Air Date: 9/18/25 Thank you @Combatflipflops275 …

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Episode 232: Augustine Chacon: Mexico's Bad boy Cowboy l Tristan Bowling 53:56

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KP is joined by guest Tristan Bowling to discuss Augustine Chacon who was the most notorious outlaw in the Arizona Territory. He was either a hero or a villain, depending on who you spoke to, but everyone would agree he was compelling. Sneak Peek: Getting in a shootout with his boss His ill fated General Store robbery His moving speech at his own h…

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Episode 231: Burt Alvord And The Perfect Crime l Chris Scopo 1:06:32

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KP Burke is joined by Chris Scopo to discuss Burt Alvord the sherrif who robbed a train then looked for himself and so much more! Sneak Peek: Getting deputized as a lawman Two of the most legendary robberies in the history of the old west Dying in obscurity in South America Original Air Date: 9/04/25 Thank you @Combatflipflops275 Use link below for…

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Episode 230: Oliver Sipple The Tragic Hero Who Saved Gerald Ford l Mike Figs & LP 1:23:47

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KP Burke is joined by Mike Figs and his dad to discuss the tragic story of Oliver Sipple the man who saved the presidents life but ruined his own in the process. Sneak Preview: How Oliver ended up in San Fransisco Harvey Milks connection to the story His lawsuit against the newspapers that outed him Original Air Date: 8/28/25 Thank you @Combatflipf…

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Episode 229: Sarah Jane Moore Took A Shot At Ford l Ty Raney 1:05:04

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by guest Ty Raney. They discuss Part 2 of 3 on the wild incidents of the summer of 1975 featuring not one but two attempts on the life of Gerald Ford. Sneak Preview Her motivations for the attempted assasination How police thwarted the death of the president by accident a teaser for next weeks episode…

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Episode 228: Ford V.S. The Manson Family l Josie Marcellino 1:08:19

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In this episode of American Loser, KP Burke is joined by Josie Marcellino to talk about the former den mother of The Manson Family taking a run at Gerald Ford's life as part one of a three part series on one of the wildest 17 day stretches any president ever had! Sneak Preview How Squeaky Fromme got her nickname How did they let this woman get that…

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Episode 227: Whittaker Chambers: Commie, Spy, Patriot? | Mike Recine 1:13:50

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by Mike Recine to talk Whittaker Chambers... possibly the most misunderstood person in American History Sneak Preview A playwright ahead of his time Working both sides of the Cold War Getting awarded by the president Thank you @Combatflipflops275 Use link below for 20% off! www.combatflipflops.com/KPB…

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Episode 226: Kermit Roosevelt: The Chaos & Tragedy l LP 1:21:12

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American Loser Podcast - Episode 226: In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by LP to discuss the chaos and tragedy of Kermit Roosevelt, son of Teddy MFN Roosevelt. Sneak Preview: • Roosevelt family and upbringing • Insane trips, education and life • What caused it all to go wrong? Thank you @Combatflipflops275 Use link below for 20% off! …

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Episode 225: Jean Baptiste: The Mormon Grave Robber that Vanished l Linette Palladino 1:05:44

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by Linette Palladino to discuss a series of events in Salt Lake City that led to a bizarre discovery of a devious criminal. Sneak Preview: • Mormon Grave Digger turned criminal? • how deep did the crimes go? • Haunting and stories still discussed today Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up h…

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Episode 224: Leo Ryan: The Man Who Tried to Save Jonestown l Brett Druck 1:39:16

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by Brett Druck to explore the story of Leo Ryan and his attempt to save the people from Jonestown. Sneak Preview: • congressman Leo Ryan’s story • exposing Jim Jones & Jonestown • untold stories from the tragedy Thank you Combat Flip Flops @Combatflipflops275 Use link below for 20% off! www.combatflip…

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Episode 223: Mafia Raid: The Apalachin Meeting | Joe Conte & Larry Burke 1:07:19

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by Joe Conte and Larry Burke to to explore the story of the Apalachin Meeting of the American Mafia. Sneak Preview: • Joe "the Barber"'s story • Alternate theories • Leading up to the meeting Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up here: 👉 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...⁠ Want more? …

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Episode 222: The Jersey Devil: w/ Zac Amico 1:04:49

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KP Burke is joined by Zac Amico to explore the legend of The Jersey Devil In this episode of American Loser! Sneak Preview: • Myths • Where did the story originate from? • Ties to Ben Franklin Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up here: 👉 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...⁠ Want more? Become a member at GaS Digital and you’ll recei…

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Episode 221 l Juan Wick: The Attempt on Truman l Larry Burke 1:03:10

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by the listener favorite LP Burke to explore the story of Truman's attempted "hit". Sneak Preview: • Puerto Rican nationalism back story • Who attempted to take out Truman? • How their plan backfires Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up here: 👉 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...⁠ Wan…

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Episode 220 l David Ferrie: The JFK "Fairy"? l Mike Cannon 1:13:18

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American Loser Podcast - Episode 220: In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by guest Mike Cannon to explore the mysterious man that is mentioned in over 248 pages of the recently released JFK files. Sneak Preview: • Who is David Ferrie? • How involved was this man with a shady past • Abrupt end to his involvement Missed a previous episode…

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Episode 219 l The Lindbergh Baby: The Most Notorious Kidnapping in History l Maddy Smith 1:06:01

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by guest Maddy Smith to explore the strange case of the Lindbergh Baby kidnapping. Sneak Preview: • Charles Lindbergh and his legacy • Kidnapping and suspects • The kidnapper and multiple crimes committed Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up here: 👉 ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...…

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Episode 218 l Klaus Kinski: Cinema's Most Volatile Star l Shannon Lee 1:06:43

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by guest Shannon Lee to explore into the tumultuous life of Klaus Kinski, a legendary actor with captivating performances but infamous for his explosive temperament. Sneak Preview: • The darker aspects of his personality • Interesting and shady past • Legacy and career Missed a previous episode? No wo…

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Episode 217 l George Patton: Eerie Final Days of America's Greatest General l Larry Burke 1:08:26

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American Loser Podcast - Episode 217: George S. Patton Jr. In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by his handsome father Larry Burke to explore the Patton's final days before his death. Sneak Preview: • Battles and wars • Post war blues • His accident and death Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up here: 👉 ⁠https://www.youtube.co…

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Episode 216 l Carmine Galante: The Most Fearsome Gangster You've Never Heard Of l Tara Cannistraci 1:10:28

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In this episode of American Loser, KP is joined by Tara Cannistraci to explore the story of the most psychotic gangster in NYC history, Carmine Galante. Sneak Preview: • From hitman to head of the table • Legal troubles • NYC crime families Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... Want more? B…

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Epsiode 215 l Ted Kaczynski: From Young Prodigy to One of Most Feared in History 1:00:15

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In this episode of American Loser, KP Burke explores the story of the “Unabomber”, Ted Kaczynski. Sneak Preview: • Young Ted and academics • Where it went wrong? • His political agenda and possible causation of crimes Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up here: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... Want more? Become a member at GaS D…

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Epsiode 214 l Leslie Van Houten: The Hottest Manson Gir l l Ft. Josie Marcellino 53:44

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In this episode of American Loser, KP dives deep into the “hottest” Charles Manson “girl”, Leslie Van Houten. Sneak Preview: • Leslie’s tragic up-bringing • How she met Charles Manson • Her involvement in the crimes, sentencing & more Missed a previous episode? No worries! Catch up here: 👉 • American Loser Podcast Want more? Become a member at GaS …

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A Shooting at the Capitol Building?? 54:02

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LP is in South Beach....Kahuna keeps getting calls from Hollywood (and Nigerian Princes) but dammit we have a show to do....enjoy the wild and true story of a Scandal ridden politician, an annoying journalist and the gun shot that left a crime scene in our Nation's Capitol Building that can still be seen today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.co…

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Bill The Butcher 1:23:23

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Check out the real life story of Bill the Butcher.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By American Loser Podcast

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DB Cooper: Come Fly With Me! 1:32:12

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The Legend Lives On!! We are talking fact and fiction and everything in between. Enjoy this previously PATREON only episode brought to you by the kind FOUNDING LOSERS!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By American Loser Podcast

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Spiro T. Agnew: Disgraced VP to a Disgraced President 1:21:20

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At times Spiro T. Agnew was the most popular man in DC...other times...not so much. He remains controversial to this day due to the manner in which he served and left the office of the Vice Presidency.....enjoy the chaos!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Fatty Arbuckle: Actor, Comedian, Rapist? 1:17:07

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Fatty Arbuckle was America's first hilarious "big" guy in movies and entertainment...imagine if Chris Farley got wrapped up in a major sex scandal...that is what happened to our boy Fatty. You'll never look at a coke bottle the same way!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not…

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The "Lost Cause": Gone with the Wind vs the KKK 2:00:39

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Nathan Bedford Forrest is one of the most controversial figures in American history....."Gone with the Wind" is one of the most celebrated novels of all time.......check out the weird connection between the two and the influences both had on the revisionist overcorrections that continue to plague the American South to this day.See Privacy Policy at…

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Billy "The Kid" with Ming Chen 1:00:27

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I'm sure you've heard of Billy the Kid....here is your chance to hear a little bit more. Enjoy this former "Patreon only" gem.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By American Loser Podcast

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The Execution of the Rosenbergs 1:48:19

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SPIES! COMMIES!!! THE ELECTRIC CHAIR!!!?!?!?!?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By American Loser Podcast

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Oppenheimer: Father of the Atomic Bomb and Soviet Spy?!?!? 1:32:22

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J. Robert Oppenheimer was the "Father of Atomic Bomb". His work with the famed "Manhattan Project" helped America end World War 2...he sparred with President Truman and was kicked out of his government position after reports indicated he might be a SOVIET SPY!?!?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:…

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The Bonnie Prince Charlie 1:18:48

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The Bonnie Prince Charlie by American Loser PodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By American Loser Podcast

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The Anti-Masons....America's First Third Party 1:08:16

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Little Extra for ya this Holiday week.....formerly a patreon only episode....now it's your for free!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By American Loser Podcast

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The Titanic Conspiracies! 1:29:30

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There are several pretty intense conspiracies surrounding the fate of the RMS Titanic...enjoy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.By American Loser Podcast

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The Lost Battalion 1:25:34

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The Hellish Nightmare faced by the "Lost" Battalion during World War 1 is nothing short of horrifying. Surrounded and cut off from assistance...the boys of "Liberty Division" were about to face the brunt of the German army in the final days of the "War to end all wars".....Carrier Pigeons and more await you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p…

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Tom Horn: Grim Reaper of the Rockies (Fixed Audio) 1:31:52

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Tom Horn was a famed US Cavalry Scout turned Gun for Hire...his story is part John Wick...but all Tom Horn. His tougher than nails rep and penchant for killing led to a very strange and controversial trial...oh yeah..he also helped hunt down GERONIMO!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/…

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The Petticoat Affair: Presidential Sex Scandal 1:23:05

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Andrew Jackson presided over one of the wildest cabinets in Presidential history....the sex scandal involving his Secretary of War nearly ruined the Nation before it got truly started. Check out how a pretty barmaid named Peggy directly effected TWO entire Presidencies. EnjoyGuests Criss Madd and Paige from "Ghosted"See Privacy Policy at https://ar…

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Washington Irving ruined Ichabod Crane's life!!!! 1:10:06

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Last year we dove deep into the amazing life story of Washington Irving...his life was fascinating...the characters he created...even better...even if some of them were headless. Enjoy today what the Founding Losers have had for a FULL year. We don't charge much...but we love ya.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…

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Halloween Special with the "Wizards of Odd" 1:34:37

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We trade ghost stories and monsters with two of our pals and the great Ming Chen pops in...(kahuna makes an appearance too). The Wizards of Odd don't disappoint with tales of real life hauntings, creatures from history and the Telly Savalas Ghost story you didn't know you were missing. Out on....I slept with the lights on after this one. Enjoy!See …

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John Brown's Raid on Harpers Ferry 1:24:27

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In a time and place known as "Bleeding Kansas", a religious leader named John Brown was about to light the powder keg that will become America's Civil War. In his quest to end the practice of Slavery, he will attack the Federal Arsenal at Harpers Ferry and etch his name into the history books. Enjoy. (This was patreon only for a full year, now it's…