The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds
114 - Alexander Pearce (Live w/ Wil Anderson)
Sep 13, 2015
Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds, with Australian guest Wil Anderson, delve into the chilling tale of convict Alexander Pearce. They discuss daring escapes, survival strategies, gruesome acts of murder and cannibalism, and the dark humor amidst the wilderness challenges. The podcast provides an entertaining and insightful look into the harsh realities of early Australian penal colonies.
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- Life in Macquarie Harbor was brutal for prisoners, leading to desperate survival tactics like cannibalism.
- European encounters with Tasmanian Aborigines shaped early interactions in Van Diemen's Land.
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