Well, I Laughed 103: Identity Theft pt.1: Poisonous Postage
Apr 30, 2025
Get ready for a wild ride through the bizarre world of identity theft! Dive into the dark history of ricin, a toxin more lethal than cyanide, and hear about outlandish characters like Paul Kevin Curtis, who takes a mail-based revenge to a whole new level. From Elvis impersonators to conspiracies, the hosts explore the absurdities of paranoia in modern America. Enjoy amusing anecdotes, oddball narratives, and a journey through the tangled web of online rivalries and toxic letters, all served with a side of humor!
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Ricin’s Deadly Mechanism
- Ricin is a highly potent toxin derived from castor beans, about 6,000 times more poisonous than cyanide.
- Its poison mechanism irreversibly inactivates ribosomes, causing cells to self-destruct and leading to organ failure.
Paul Kevin Curtis’ Troubling Discovery
- Paul Kevin Curtis, an Elvis impersonator and janitor, found a severed head in a hospital morgue and was fired for speaking out.
- He became obsessed with conspiracy theories about illegal body harvesting and published extensive related content online.
Everett Dutschke’s Arrival in Tupelo
- Everett Dutschke moved to Tupelo and started a Taekwondo studio while also owning a political newspaper.
- He claimed to be a secret agent and had a contentious relationship with Curtis and locals.
