As long as property has existed, thieves have been trying to steal it -- and how! Take a look at some of the most daring, successful, creative, and high-stakes heists of recent history.
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You'll hear tales of art thieves and bank robbers, hardened criminals and suburban housewives... and even some impressive failures.
Japanese history is full of wild stories, and in this hour, we’ll focus on unhinged royals, stupid tactics, and misattributed contributions. Join us for hilariously horrible history!
The First Superhero: A History of The Scarlet Pimpernel
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Long before Zorro or Batman, a colorful crusader with a secret identity revolutionized the world of adventure fiction. Learn the origin story of this seminal hero and the woman who created him.
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Plus (time permitting) see rare antique Scarlet Pimpernel memorabilia from a local collector's archives!
How did Gilded Age economics influence Sailor Moon? What do Norse gods, Joan of Arc, and Persona 5 have in common? Follow the archetypal phantom thief's development through history & literature.
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From his birth in Victorian true crime to his establishment as a Japanese pop culture icon, we'll trace the rise and evolution of this beloved character type with examples from literature, film, video games, anime, and more.