

“King of the Everglades” John Ashley And Fraudulently Chinese Magician Chung Ling Soo
Aug 22, 2024
John Ashley, the infamous 'King of the Everglades,' once ruled South Florida's criminal underworld, engaging in audacious bank heists and thrilling shootouts with police. His tale reveals the wild collaboration between crime and moonshining amidst the chaotic backdrop of the Everglades. Meanwhile, Chung Ling Soo, a magician of questionable cultural representation, faced a dangerous mishap during a performance. Their lives intertwine in a discussion of identity, rivalry, and the bizarre world of entertainment, leaving listeners both entertained and intrigued.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Networking with Eccentrics: The Absurdity of Entertainment Events
02:50 • 2min
Swamp Bandit Chronicles
04:26 • 21min
The Dark Mystique of Moonshining
25:31 • 20min
Historical Echoes of St. Augustine and the Folklore of the Ashley Family
45:52 • 2min
Illusions of Identity in Magic
47:42 • 9min
The Rivalry of Chung Ling Soo
56:58 • 9min
Linguistic Misadventures and Patreon Pleas
01:06:09 • 3min