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Badass of the Week

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Throughout the course of human civilization certain individuals have stood out as being completely f***ing awesome. From ninjas and gunfighters to pirates and Vikings, to explorers, scientists and great leaders, these people - true badasses - completely obliterated anything that stood in their path, routinely overcame seemingly insurmountable obstacles, and ultimately altered the course of history through their actions. Be it glory, conquest, or survival, these hardcore men and women all had one

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All Episodes

48:49

Alva Nuñez Cabeza De Vaca: Epic Survival

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2024/09/10

In today's episode Ben and Pat are joined by author and podcast host Erik Slader from Epik Fails of History to talk about Alva Nuñe Cabeza De Vaca, a Spanish explorer who defied all odds to survive a harrowing trek across the Americas. Shipwrecked, enslaved, and wandering through unknown lands, Cabeza de Vaca's tale is one of resilience, resourcefulness, and unyielding determination. From enduring brutal hardships to becoming a healer and diplomat among indigenous tribes, his journey redefined what

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41:10

Eddie "Firestorm" Loder

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2024/09/03

In today's episode, Ben and Pat are joined by Matt the host of the Late Night History podcast to chat about one of Boston's Bravest, Eddie Loder, a firefighter who made some of the most daring rescues in Fire Fighting history.

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34:57

Eugene James Bullard: The Black Swallow of Death

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2024/08/27

In today's episode, Ben is joined by Brandon Fibbs to tell the story of Eugene James Bullard, an unsung American war hero who was one of the first African American Military Pilots who flew for France in WWI, and then fought the Germans again in WWII.

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43:58

Captain James Macrae: The Buccaneer's Bane

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2024/08/20

In today's episode Ben Thompson and producer Andrew Jacobs tell the story of Captain James Macrae, a blue-collar ship captain for the British East India Company who managed to fight off two ships full of bloodthirsty pirates and lived to tell the tale.

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51:15

Jim Thorpe: Path Lit By Great Flash of Lightning

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2024/08/13

In today's episode, and in honor of the Olympics, historian Ben Thompson and producer Andrew Jacobs talk about possibly the greatest athlete of all time - Wa-Tho-Huk - AKA Jim Thorpe. Thorpe, a Native American from the Sac and Fox Nation in Oklahoma not only dominated multiple Olympic events with scant experience in them, but put professional football on the map.

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01:00:13

Hossein Khosrow Ali Vaziri: The Iron Sheik

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2024/08/06

In today's episode Ben Thompson and guest Dr. Brad Balukjian step into the ring with the Iron Sheik, the larger-than-life wrestling icon who captivated audiences with his unmatched charisma and fierce persona. In this hard-hitting episode we delve into the incredible journey of Khosrow Vaziri, from his early days in Iran to becoming the Iron Sheik, a wrestling legend and pop culture phenomenon. Explore his rise to fame, his legendary rivalries, and the indomitable spirit that made him a household

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41:55

The Night Witches

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2024/07/30

You've seen TV shows like Masters of Air and movies like Memphis Belle. Incredible stories of American boys fighting Nazis for dominance of the skies in WWII. But what you haven't heard of is the Soviet 588th Night Bomber Regiment... an all women bomber squadron that flew under the cover of darkness in bare-bones plywood biplanes that dropped more than 23,000 tons of bombs on Nazi targets. Join Ben Thompson and Brandon Fibbs in today's episode to hear more!

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01:11:06

The Bulgar Slayer

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2024/07/23

In today's episode Ben and Pat dive into Basil II also known as The Bulgar Slayer a super hardcore dude from Byzantine history who took on Krum the Horrible. No this is not a Conan the Barbarian movie. This is real life and just goes to show we need way better nicknames for our leaders these days.

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01:01:33

Edith Garrud + Mary Church Terrell: Fist Fighting for...

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2024/07/16

On today's episode Ben and Pat dive into the stories of two very different women: Edith Garrud and Mary Church Terrell. They both fought valiantly for civil rights and women's suffrage, but only one them did so with jiu jitsu!

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01:13:45

Apollo 11: One Badass Leap for Mankind

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2024/07/09

Today we blast off with Apollo 11 as Ben and special guest Brandon Fibbs (9 Days in July) celebrate the audacious mission that put humanity on the moon. Learn about how Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins defied the odds, overcame incredible challenges, and made history.

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01:09:58

Ernest Shackleton: Ice Capades Commando

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2024/07/02

In today's episode we follow Ernest Shackleton's Endurance expedition to the Antarctic where he led his crew through relentless ice, treacherous seas, and brutal conditions. This is one of the greatest survival stories ever told as Shackleton and his men defy death at every turn.

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39:37

Wolf the Quarrelsome

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2024/06/25

He's barely mentioned in history, except for once each in two separate books - but what they do mention - is the sort of utter mayhem that simply must be told and retold. Tune into to find out what makes Wolf the Quarrelsome so freaking badass.

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01:07:52

John Paul Jones: Admiral of Anarchy

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2024/06/18

In today's swashbuckling episode, Ben and Pat set sail on an adrenaline-fueled adventure with John Paul Jones, the fearless naval commander who gave the British navy a run for their money. Here we'll chart the daring exploits of the man who declared, "I have not yet begun to fight," and meant every word. From his legendary sea battles to his relentless pursuit of victory, Jones's story is a tidal wave of audacious heroics and nautical badassery. Prepare to hoist the anchor and dive into the epic

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39:35

Roy Benavidez : Rumble in the Jungle

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2024/06/11

Ben Thompson is joined by Producer Andrew Jacobs in today's episode as they discuss the epic tale of Roy Benavidez, a human hurricane who tore through the jungles of Vietnam with unstoppable force. In this action-packed episode, witness how Roy transformed into a one-man army, rescuing comrades and defying death like it was just another day at the office. From brushing off land-mines, dodging bullets to taking down enemy fighters, his story is a whirlwind of bravery. Get ready to be blown away (pun

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01:06:35

Constitutional Badasses with special guest A.J. Jacobs

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2024/06/08

New York Times best-selling author A.J. Jacobs (author of the new book The Year of Living Constitutionally) joins Ben and Dr. Pat to talk about some of the unexpected people who have led to changes in the U.S. Constitution over the years.

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62:37

Handsome Mingyan: The man who stole 10,000 horses

Badass of the Week ·

2024/05/28

On this week's episode Ben and Dr. Pat chat about "Handsome" Mingyan a mythological character from the Jangar Epic, a group of stories that comprise what some might call the Mongolian King Arthur. He was a minor character in our previous episode about the Scarlet Khongor - today he takes center stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:28

Gus March-Philips and the real Ministry of...

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2024/05/21

In today's episode Ben Thompson and Producer Andrew Jacobs talk about the true story behind the new movie The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. And you won't be surprised to know that Operation Postmaster and those behind it were even more badass than portrayed in the movie!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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66:21

Ten Tsewang: The Sherpa Who Raced to Tell the World...

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2024/05/14

On today's episode Ben Thompson is joined by journalist and host of Outside Podcast Peter Frick-Wright to tell the story of Ten Tswewang who ran a grueling 200 mile race from Everest to Kathmandu to tell the world that Everest had finally been summited. Along the way they'll chat about Sherpas and Everest and how gnarly it really gets up there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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59:25

Ridiculous History: Ben joins Noel and Ben of...

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2024/05/07

Badass listeners: This week we're sharing Ben's recent appearance on the Ridiculous History Podcast where they chat about Le Maupin. We'll resume our regular scheduled programming next week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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REPLAY: La Maupin and the Chevalier de...

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2024/05/01

Hello regular listeners and new listeners - here's a replay of Le Maupin for those joining us from Ridiculous History. If you are in to badass swordfights, debauchery, classical music, big fancy hats, and a couple unlikely heroes face-stabbing their way to success against seemingly-impossible odds, then this is the episode for you. Julie D'Aubigny and Joseph Boulogne -- better known as La Maupin and the Chevalier de Saint-Georges to the adoring hordes of onlookers cheering them on in battle and on

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