SNAFU with Ed Helms S3E6: Signature Cocktail
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Apr 16, 2025 Dive into the gritty world of Prohibition, where law enforcement grapples with moral dilemmas and toxic alcohol haunts society. Uncover the chilling murder case of Anna Fredrickson, alongside the comedic chaos at Bellevue Hospital on Christmas Eve. Explore the art of crafting signature cocktails, blending creativity with social culture. Amid the dark history, humor and surprising connections shine through, revealing both the dangers of the era and the resilience of the human spirit.
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Francesco Travia's Murder False Alarm
- Francesco Travia was arrested with blood-soaked pants, suspected of murder.
- The medical examiner proved the woman was dead before dismemberment, saving Travia from murder charges.
Sinister Poison Cocktail Discovered
- Gettler discovered poison cocktails with kerosene, benzene, and pyridine in victims.
- These chemicals pointed to a sinister intent behind the bootleg liquor poisonings.
Poisoning Failed to Deter Drinkers
- Denaturing industrial alcohol with poisons failed as a deterrent to drinking.
- People continued drinking despite the government's increasingly toxic formulas.
