Profiles In Eccentricity The Gifted Cheater: Alvin “Titanic” Thompson
Aug 10, 2023
Alvin “Titanic” Thompson, a true American scoundrel, hustled his way through various contests using his card talent and trickery. From high-stakes pool games to golfing scams, his eccentric life includes encounters with mobsters, marrying young girls, and outrageous gambling habits.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
A High-Stakes Pool Game and an Unconventional Jump
05:01 • 2min
The Origins of Titanic Thompson: A Gambler's Story
07:04 • 2min
A Mischievous Trick, Alvin's Promise, and the Wild West Influence
09:33 • 2min
The Eccentric Life of Alvin Thompson
11:35 • 18min
Adventures of Alvin “Titanic” Thompson: Part 2
29:34 • 5min
The Bet and the Army
34:16 • 20min
Preparations and Introductions
54:17 • 3min
The Talented Con Artist: Alvin 'Titanic' Thompson
56:51 • 17min
Alvin “Titanic” Thompson and his Golfing Scam
01:13:26 • 6min
Gambling and Risky Behavior
01:19:49 • 18min
Moving to LA, Sleeping with Actresses, and a Car Break-In
01:37:29 • 2min
The Life and Deceptive Tactics of Alvin “Titanic” Thompson
01:39:22 • 19min
The Prank on Don Stickney
01:58:42 • 17min
Acknowledging Mistakes and Exploring a Legend
02:15:25 • 2min