

Ep 93 - Astronauts, Scams, Pranks, Gangsters, Charlton Heston
9 snips Nov 9, 2022
Famous actor and activist Charlton Heston joins the hosts as they discuss a Japanese woman who fell for a romance scam with a pretended cosmonaut on the ISS. They also share the funny story of a man being tormented by someone shouting 'PORRIDGE' at his mail slot, and dive into the origins of phrases like 'Cowabunga' and 'Howdy Doody'. Additionally, they explore the fascinating life of gangster Owney Madden and his involvement in criminal activities during the prohibition era.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Hot Springs, Arkansas and Charlton Heston's Sci-Fi Films
02:29 • 8min
Introductions and Stories Overview
10:03 • 2min
Romance Scam on the International Space Station
11:40 • 9min
Man begs for end to 'porridge' torment
20:55 • 18min
Origins of 'Cowabunga' and 'Howdy Doody' and the Term 'Peanut Gallery'
39:13 • 3min
The Peanut Gallery and Hot Springs, Arkansas
42:37 • 3min
The Fascinating Life of Gangster Me Madden
45:41 • 22min
Humorous Conversations and Trivia
01:07:45 • 3min