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That"s What People Do

That"s What People Do

Join James Kay and Ryan McGown as they tell you the stories of awesome people that you may not know of, and those who have done some downright awful things. You never know what somebody is capable of, because That"s What People Do! Support the show by heading over to our website for more content - www.thatswpd.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

society & culture documentary

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1:02:53

130: Howard Hughes - The Real Life Tony Stark

That"s What People Do ·

2022/12/19

In this weeks episode, Ryan brings us the story of the eccentric billionaire that was the inspiration for one of Marvel's most beloved characters, Tony Stark. Support the show HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:48

129: That’s What Primates Do

That"s What People Do ·

2022/12/04

In this one off special episode, we bring you two stories of primates behaving badly. Humans are just big apes so we can get away with it right!?Support the show HERE!Check the Merch HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:13:32

128: The Beast of Jersey - Halloween Special

That"s What People Do ·

2022/11/20

Forget the fact it's three weeks late, here is our Halloween Episode. For 14 years, the Island of Jersey was terrorised by one man dubbed 'The Beast of Jersey'. *Disclaimer - This episode contains descriptions of Sexual Assault which some listeners may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised.* Want to support the show, click HERE! Check out the Merch HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:16

127: Burke and Hare

That"s What People Do ·

2022/11/05

Join us as we go through the tale of the grizzly bodysnatchers (and murderers) that roamed the streets of Edinburgh! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:09:55

126: Mick Philpott

That"s What People Do ·

2022/10/17

In this episode, Ryan tells us the story of how one mans greed and psychopathic traits led to the death of SIX of his children! Take the survey to have your say on what goes on the Merch Here Check out the Merch Here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:16:20

125: Leaving the Church - An interview with Gina...

That"s What People Do ·

2022/10/05

In a TWPD first, we have our first ever guest on the show. Gina Millward joins us to talk about modern Mormons. Having grown up in the LDS church, she helped Ryan research and write the series on Joseph Smith and shares what it's like to leave the church. Have your say on what goes on our Merch here -https://s.surveyplanet.com/horsrfpv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:57

124: Alan Turing

That"s What People Do ·

2022/09/13

Alan Turing saved Britain from starvation in WW2 by cracking the Enigma code before being betrayed by the country who owed him everything. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:56:14

123: Mormonism Part 3 - Revelation, Revelation,...

That"s What People Do ·

2022/08/19

Here it is, the last instalment on our series on the origins of Mormonism. In this episode, Ryan covers the most revelation filled era of Joseph Smith's life. How he got a bit too big for his boots which lead to his eventual death. Oh and did we forget to mention the polygamy? Strap yourselves in everyone. Support the show Here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:04:21

122: Mormonism Part 2 - Feathered Prophet

That"s What People Do ·

2022/07/22

In part two of our series on the origins of Mormonism, we see Jospeh delve deeper into his own beliefs. Support the show Here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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121: Mr Cruel

That"s What People Do ·

2022/07/11

Australia's boogey man... Mr Cruel. This episode contains content that some listeners may find disturbing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:09

PSA - What’s Coming Up?

That"s What People Do ·

2022/07/03

Here's what's coming up on the show, thank you to all our listeners who are so so patient with us!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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46:08

120: Mormonism Part 1 - Joseph Smith

That"s What People Do ·

2022/06/16

It's finally here, after months in the making, our series on the Mormons begins! So, join us as we explore the origins of one of the youngest world religions. Consider supporting the show by;Donating HERE!Checking out the Merch HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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53:45

119: Pol Pot

That"s What People Do ·

2022/06/03

The man behind the horrific genocide that brutally claimed the lives of two million people in Cambodia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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118: Mahatma Gandhi - Part 2

That"s What People Do ·

2022/05/06

This week, Gandhi returns to India and becomes Mahatma, the great soul. But what did he get up to during the second world war, and what were his views on the Holocaust?Support the show Here!Check out the Merch Here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:05:07

117: Mahatma Gandhi - Part 1

That"s What People Do ·

2022/04/29

In this episode, we traverse the British Empire following Mohandas Gandhi as he fights for the rights of those oppressed. Well...some people.Support the show on Ko-Fi Here!Buy some merch Here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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55:09

116: Karl & Bertha Benz

That"s What People Do ·

2022/04/16

It's German week! This is the story of Karl and Bertha Benz, and how their romance allowed the invention of the first ever automobile. Plus, a little extra bonus episode at the end! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:01:47

115: Olga of Kyiv

That"s What People Do ·

2022/04/05

This week, we're going back more than a thousand years. To the time of the Kievan Rus where Olga of Kyiv is plotting bloody revenge! Word of advice, careful around Birch trees. Support the show Here! Check out the Merch Here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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51:54

114: Nat Turner

That"s What People Do ·

2022/03/16

Ryan talks us through Nat Turner, a man born into slavery who later sought revenge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:18

113: Jeffrey Epstein

That"s What People Do ·

2022/02/28

We look into the life of Jeffrey Epstein, the man who used his money and power to abuse young women. Listener discretion is advised. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:22:26

112: Derek Acorah

That"s What People Do ·

2022/02/11

This week, were holding hands and asking the spirits to guide us, as Ryan tells of the life and times of a British national treasure, Derek Acorah.Support the show on Ko-Fi HERE!Check out the Merch HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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