The Rise and Fall of Al Capone
Forbidden History26 Heinä 2023

The Rise and Fall of Al Capone

In this episode, we explore the life of one of the world’s more notorious gangsters, Al Capone. From his humble beginnings on the streets of New York, to his peak in the 1920s as the undisputed King of Chicago, we take a look at his speedy rise and his equally rapid fall. What crimes did he commit to get himself locked up in Alcatraz? Cast List: Jonathan Eig: American journalist and biographer. Author of ‘Get Capone’ Dominic Selwood: A historian, barrister, bestselling author, novelist and frequent contributor to national newspapers including The Independent, The Spectator and The Daily Telegraph Craig Alton: Tour guide and co-founder of Untouchable Tours: Chicago’s Original Gangster Tour Tony McMahon: A former BBC news producer, author, print journalist and historian Hallie Rubenhold: Author, broadcaster and historian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Beneath Cold Waters: The Battle of Jutland

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Secrets of the Cathars: Montségur

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UFO Conspiracy: Roswell Revealed

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Disappearances of the Bermuda Triangle: SS Cotopaxi

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In 1925, the SS Cotopaxi vanished without a trace while sailing through the infamous Bermuda Triangle, leaving behind no clear explanation. In this episode of the Forbidden History podcast, we dive in...

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Jesus: Mystery of the Missing Years

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Medieval Autopsy: Mystery of the St. Bees Man - Pt. 2

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The Nuclear Race: How Close Were the Nazis?

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During World War II, Nazi Germany launched a secretive program to harness the power of the atom - but just how close did they really get to building a nuclear weapon? In this episode of the Forbidden ...

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