Episode 58. The Great Train Robbery (AKA Monopoly Once Again Tearing Gangs Apart)
Follow along with this highly unusual and weirdly lovable tail of the Great Train Robbery of 1963. $55 million anyone?
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Bloody Classic! We're sharing our favourite stories from history, mythology and folklore. Each episode Liz & Mattie take turns telling a new story designed to teach the other a little something something. Join us on your morning commute or on a lazy Sunday afternoon as we weave tales that will (hopefully) aid your next round of trivia. We promise not to take up too much of your time.
Episode 57. Disney Plus (AKA Disney PLUS The Stuff They Left Out)
In news shocking to you all, it turns out Disney movies are all based on some real grim stories. I know, surprising that princesses had an even roughe...
Episode 56. The Great Escape (AKA This Episode Is For Your Dad)
WW2 Poland POW Camp escape through the Tom, Dick & Harry tunnels, an inspirational story for morale boosting in untenable situations. Just what we nee...
Episode 55. Peter Pan (AKA creepy or cute, you decide)
Pirates, fairies, lost boys and mother issues - we're investigating Pan and JM Barrett and their obsession with eternal youth #iwontgrowup
Episode 54. The Great Wall of China (AKA Lego But Make It Fashion)
The history of one of the most impressive man-made structures for your pub trivia convenience
Episode 53. Gentleman Jack (AKA Gal Pals and Nothing but Gal Pals ;) )
The first lesbian in recorded history with land, academia, a BBC show and... A WIFE!
Episode 52. The Boston Strangler (AKA Sorry For Being A Dick)
Strangler/thief/serial killer... one asshole, many hats.
Episode 51. New Year's Eve (AKA Get Your Gold Undies)
Bloody Classic Season 2! History of our beloved retrospective and forward focussed holiday.
Episode 50. British Royalty (AKA Why You Can't Play Monopoly With The Queen)
What better way to end Series 1 of Bloody Classic than with a good ol' fun fact segment on British Royalty. If it's a high brow history discussion you...
Episode 49. Ned Kelly Part 2 (AKA That Guy I Wanted To Shoot Before Gets Shot)
Part two of the tale of young Ned, graduating from young scoundrel to full time criminal & armour designer to the stars.