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John Dillinger, Public Enemy Number One (Part One)

In thirteen months, John Dillinger transformed himself from inconsequential ex-con to the most famous criminal celebrity in US history and the first Public Enemy Number One.

John Dillinger, at the height of his fame
Homer Van Meter
Tommy Carroll
Billy Frechette, wanted poster
Dillinger arrest location, Tucson, Arizona
Biograph Theater, early morning July 23, 1934
Chicago alley where Dillinger was shot
Dillinger family plot, Crown Hill Cemetery
One of several Dillinger death masks

John Dillinger, Public Enemy Number One (Part Two)

In thirteen months, John Dillinger transformed himself from inconsequential ex-con to the most famous criminal celebrity in US history and the first Public Enemy Number One.

Lester Gillis aka Baby Face Nelson
Eddie Green, St. Paul criminal
Melvin Purvis
Front entrance, The Little Bohemia Lodge, Manitowish Falls, Wisconsin
Anna Sage

John Dillinger, Public Enemy Number One

The books used to compose this podcast included: “Dillinger,” by Dary Matera, and,

“Public Enemies,” by Bryan Burrough.

The intro music used in this podcast is: “Downtown Metropolitan Chase,” by Aaron Kenny, and, the outro music used is: “Standoff,” by Density and Time.

D. B. Cooper and the Only Unsolved Air Hijacking in US History (Part One)

This special flashback episode, from March 16, 2018, discusses D. B. Cooper and the most infamous unsolved hijacking in US history.

Some of the crew members from the plane Cooper hijacked
Initial crude wanted poster circulated by the FBI
Richard McCoy, wanted poster circulated after he escaped from a federal penitentiary
Another potential D. B. Cooper, Robert Rackstraw.

D. B. Cooper and the Only Unsolved Air Hijacking in US History (Part Two)

This special flashback episode, from March 16, 2018, discusses D. B. Cooper and the most infamous unsolved hijacking in US history.

Northwest Orient Plane similar to the one DB Cooper hijacked.
Money recovered on the shores of the Columbia River that was ultimately identified as part of Cooper’s $200,000
Grave of Richard Mccoy, who many believe was D. B. Cooper

 

The Falcon and the Snowman: Unraveling America’s Cold War Espionage Scandal: Book and Music Information

The books used to compose this podcast included:

“The Falcon and the Snowman,” and “The Flight of the Falcon,” both by Robert Lindsey, and

“American Sons,” by Christopher and Cait Mills Boyce and Vince Font.

The music used in the Part One intro and Part Two outro was:

Babylon – Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100314

Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Disco Knights by Quincas Moreiras

 

Frank Morris and the Anglin Brothers: The True Story of the Alcatraz Escape (Part One)

Frank Morris
John Anglin
Clarence Anglin
Allen West
Ralph Roe
Theodore Cole
Doc Barker

The true story Of Frank Morris, John and Clarence Anglin and their remarkable escape from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary.

Frank Morris and the Anglin brothers orchestrated one of the most daring prison escapes in history from Alcatraz, the notorious “escape-proof” island fortress. This episode delves into the fascinating backstories of these cunning inmates and the intricate planning behind their audacious 1962 breakout attempt. Discover how they exploited Alcatraz’s weakening infrastructure, crafted makeshift tools, and devised an ingenious plan to fool guards with dummy heads. Uncover the untold story of how these determined convicts challenged the myth of Alcatraz’s impenetrability and sparked a manhunt that continues to captivate the public imagination decades later. Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast, history buff, or simply love tales of incredible ingenuity, this gripping account of the escape from Alcatraz will leave you spellbound. Don’t miss this thrilling journey into one of America’s most enduring mysteries!

Frank Morris and the Anglin Brothers: The True Story of the Alcatraz Escape (Part Two)

 

Alcatraz with Angel Island in the background.
Utility corridor behind the escapees’ cells.
The four dummy heads used during the escape.
Escapee cell with fake grill removed.
John Paul Scott
Fort Point, Golden Gate, near where John Paul Scott washed ashore
Alcatraz, with Little Alcatraz visible, lower left
Alcatraz Lighthouse at night.

The true story Of Frank Morris, John and Clarence Anglin and their remarkable escape from Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary.

Frank Morris and the Anglin brothers orchestrated one of the most daring prison escapes in history from Alcatraz, the notorious “escape-proof” island fortress. This episode delves into the fascinating backstories of these cunning inmates and the intricate planning behind their audacious 1962 breakout attempt. Discover how they exploited Alcatraz’s weakening infrastructure, crafted makeshift tools, and devised an ingenious plan to fool guards with dummy heads. Uncover the untold story of how these determined convicts challenged the myth of Alcatraz’s impenetrability and sparked a manhunt that continues to captivate the public imagination decades later. Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast, history buff, or simply love tales of incredible ingenuity, this gripping account of the escape from Alcatraz will leave you spellbound. Don’t miss this thrilling journey into one of America’s most enduring mysteries!

Frank Morris and the Anglin Brothers: The True Story of the Alcatraz Escape: Book and Music Information

The books used to develop this podcast included:

“Escaping Alcatraz,” by Michael Esslinger, and

“Breaking the Rock,” by Jolene Babyak.

The music used in this podcast included:

For both episode intros: “Put It,” by Track Tribe, and

Part One outro: “Smoke,” by Lish Grooves, as well as,

“The Black Cat,” by Aaron Kenny

Butch and Sundance: Friendship, Crime, and the End of the Old West (Part One)

 

Butch Cassidy’s boyhood home, Circleville, Utah
Butch Cassidy, Wyoming prison mugshot
Telluride location of first Cassidy holdup, bank building was actually the white building to the right
Montpelier, Idaho, site of Cassidy holdup
Sundance and Etta, shortly before they left for Argentina

In 1969, the 20th Century Fox film, “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” established these two outlaws as popular culture icons. But what was the truth about the lives, crimes and deaths of these two American legends?

Discover the true story of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, beyond Hollywood’s portrayal. This episode uncovers the real-life adventures of these infamous outlaws, from their humble beginnings to their daring train robberies. Learn how Robert Leroy Parker became the legendary Butch Cassidy, his friendship with the Sundance Kid, and the formation of the Wild Bunch. Explore the Old West’s most notorious gang, their hideouts, and the relentless pursuit by lawmen and Pinkerton agents. Unravel the mysteries surrounding their fate and separate fact from fiction in this thrilling historical journey. Perfect for history buffs, true crime enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the legends of the American frontier.