The Blindboy Podcast

The History of Bog Bodies and Botox

Jan 24, 2024
Discover the violent and ritualistic nature of ancient bog bodies in Ireland and how they provide insights into Irish history. Explore the defiance of Grace O'Malley, the Pirate Queen, against colonial Britain. Uncover the mysterious connection between sausage poisoning in the 1820s and botox injections. Delve into the unique production of botox in Westport and its potential impact on empathy levels.
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ANECDOTE

Robbie Williams Call

  • Blindboy recalls seeing a wild horse eating bark from a storm-damaged tree outside his window.
  • This reminded him of Robbie Williams calling him about a song's origin.
ANECDOTE

Boy Band Encounters

  • Blindboy's first interactions with members of two popular boy bands involved unusual voyeuristic experiences.
  • He watched a horse eating tree bark while Robbie Williams called, and he watched a man masturbating with Keith Duffy.
INSIGHT

Robbie Williams and Fame

  • Robbie Williams' documentary reveals his struggles with separating his personal identity from his public persona as a superstar.
  • He was deeply affected by negative press, leading to substance abuse.
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