True Stories #318 - A Merciful Death

For centuries, the Catholic Church (and others) were terrified of a human attribute that's about as threatening as a pet kitten. Here's the story.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreak...

17 Dec 20255min

Jean Ferré suffered from gigantism. When he died, his wish to be cremated became a logistical nightmare.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andr...

15 Dec 20255min

Peter Roberts invented a quick-release socket wrench. He then went to war with Sears over his creation.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andre...

10 Dec 20257min

Tab Babbitt watched lumbermen literally breaking their backs on the whipsaw and thought, "There must be a better way."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-...

8 Dec 20256min

For decades, every January 19th, a mysterious figure walked the Westminster Hall and Burying Ground in Baltimore, Maryland. Who was this person?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker...

3 Dec 20256min

Sabrina Gonzalez Pasterski was smart. Yet MIT almost blocked her at the door.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

1 Dec 20255min

John's talent got him a job. His temper got him jailed.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867/support.

24 Nov 20255min

A decades-old comedy movie gave birth to one of the most epic "sports" networks of all time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-stories-with-seth-andrews--5621867...

21 Nov 20255min