Things I Learned Last Night

In the media and public relations world, one name stands out as the trailblazer who transformed the field and influenced public opinion like no other - Edward Bernays. Known as the "Father of Public R...

11 Jul 20231h 11min

Chickie Donohue's Vietnam Beer Run, fueled by his unwavering dedication and Pabst Blue Ribbon, brought moments of joy and unity to American soldiers during the Vietnam War. His act of sharing beer rem...

4 Jul 20231h 6min

Thanks to a strange customs law Steve Glew managed to take on an international candy empire and win. Well, he sort of won. Glew's passion put him in the right place at the right time, and he made mill...

27 Jun 20231h 1min

Dr. Hwang Woo-suk is a South Korean scientist who gained notoriety in the early 2000s for his controversial claims about cloning human embryonic stem cells. However, his fame was short-lived, as evide...

20 Jun 20231h 10min

In 1980, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, experienced a shocking and intricate criminal scheme that astonished law enforcement officials and the public. The Harvey Casino Bomb Heist, orchestrated by mastermind Joh...

13 Jun 20231h 3min

In the realm of cybercrime, the name Joel Ortiz reverberates with notoriety. With a trail of fraudulent activities across the digital landscape, this episode sheds light on his infamous scheme - the s...

6 Jun 20231h 1min

Aaron Barr founded HBGary in hopes of becoming a renowned organization specializing in cybersecurity services. In an effort to grow the company's reputation, Barr publically targeted the hacker group ...

30 Mai 202344min

Black Sam Bellamy, also known as "Black Sam," was one of the most notorious pirates of the 18th century. He is known for his infamous piracy career and his successful raid of the Whydah Galley. In thi...

23 Mai 202352min