Podcasts about Falklands War

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2026 39:47 Transcription Available

In his now-infamous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview, Prince Andrew claimed he was unable to sweat at the time Virginia Giuffre alleged they danced together at a London nightclub in 2001. He attributed this to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by “an overdose of adrenaline in the Falklands War.” However, photographs later surfaced showing Andrew attending parties in Saint-Tropez during the early 2000s, visibly perspiring under the Mediterranean sun. These images directly undercut his bizarre defense and reignited skepticism about his credibility—especially as they appeared to date from the same general period when he claimed to be physiologically incapable of sweating.In January 2022, Andrew's legal team sought permission to depose Giuffre's husband Robert Giuffre and her psychologist Dr Judith Lightfoot by video link in Australia. Their aim was to probe two key areas: first, whether Giuffre might “suffer from false memories,” in which context they requested details of any medications prescribed by Lightfoot; and second, the nature of Robert Giuffre's relationship with his wife and their shared finances, including how and when he met Giuffre.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Mega Edition: Prince Andrew Can't Sweat. Unless He's In St. Tropez On The Dance Floor (3/4/26)

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 39:47 Transcription Available

In his now-infamous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview, Prince Andrew claimed he was unable to sweat at the time Virginia Giuffre alleged they danced together at a London nightclub in 2001. He attributed this to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by “an overdose of adrenaline in the Falklands War.” However, photographs later surfaced showing Andrew attending parties in Saint-Tropez during the early 2000s, visibly perspiring under the Mediterranean sun. These images directly undercut his bizarre defense and reignited skepticism about his credibility—especially as they appeared to date from the same general period when he claimed to be physiologically incapable of sweating.In January 2022, Andrew's legal team sought permission to depose Giuffre's husband Robert Giuffre and her psychologist Dr Judith Lightfoot by video link in Australia. Their aim was to probe two key areas: first, whether Giuffre might “suffer from false memories,” in which context they requested details of any medications prescribed by Lightfoot; and second, the nature of Robert Giuffre's relationship with his wife and their shared finances, including how and when he met Giuffre.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Mega Edition: Prince Andrew Can't Sweat. Unless He's In St. Tropez On The Dance Floor (3/4/26)

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2026 39:47 Transcription Available

In his now-infamous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview, Prince Andrew claimed he was unable to sweat at the time Virginia Giuffre alleged they danced together at a London nightclub in 2001. He attributed this to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by “an overdose of adrenaline in the Falklands War.” However, photographs later surfaced showing Andrew attending parties in Saint-Tropez during the early 2000s, visibly perspiring under the Mediterranean sun. These images directly undercut his bizarre defense and reignited skepticism about his credibility—especially as they appeared to date from the same general period when he claimed to be physiologically incapable of sweating.In January 2022, Andrew's legal team sought permission to depose Giuffre's husband Robert Giuffre and her psychologist Dr Judith Lightfoot by video link in Australia. Their aim was to probe two key areas: first, whether Giuffre might “suffer from false memories,” in which context they requested details of any medications prescribed by Lightfoot; and second, the nature of Robert Giuffre's relationship with his wife and their shared finances, including how and when he met Giuffre.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

Mega Edition: Prince Andrew Can't Sweat. Unless He's In St. Tropez On The Dance Floor (3/2/26)

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 39:47 Transcription Available

In his now-infamous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview, Prince Andrew claimed he was unable to sweat at the time Virginia Giuffre alleged they danced together at a London nightclub in 2001. He attributed this to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by “an overdose of adrenaline in the Falklands War.” However, photographs later surfaced showing Andrew attending parties in Saint-Tropez during the early 2000s, visibly perspiring under the Mediterranean sun. These images directly undercut his bizarre defense and reignited skepticism about his credibility—especially as they appeared to date from the same general period when he claimed to be physiologically incapable of sweating.In January 2022, Andrew's legal team sought permission to depose Giuffre's husband Robert Giuffre and her psychologist Dr Judith Lightfoot by video link in Australia. Their aim was to probe two key areas: first, whether Giuffre might “suffer from false memories,” in which context they requested details of any medications prescribed by Lightfoot; and second, the nature of Robert Giuffre's relationship with his wife and their shared finances, including how and when he met Giuffre.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

E77 Las Islas Malvinas: Guerra y Solidaridad

Intermediate Spanish Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2026 28:56 Transcription Available

The Falkland Islands War (April 2–June 14, 1982) was a 74-day undeclared conflict between Argentina and the United Kingdom over sovereignty of the South Atlantic islands. Following Argentina's invasion on April 2, a British task force reclaimed the territory, resulting in 649 Argentine and 255 British military deaths.Argentina (referring to them as Islas Malvinas) claimed the islands, while Britain had maintained control since 1833.Argentina invaded on April 2, 1982. The UK, led by Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, dispatched a naval task force on April 5, 1982. The war lasted for 74 days, with intense fighting in the air, at sea, and on land.During the 1982 Falklands War, Peru provided significant, covert military support to Argentina, acting as its most active regional ally. President Fernando Belaúnde offered total support, supplying 10 Mirage M-5P fighter-bombers, along with ammunition, missiles, and long-range fuel tanks. Peruvian personnel also helped train Argentine forces on war planes. Peru tried to act as a mediator early in the conflict, but after the sinking of the ARA General Belgrano, it moved to active support.The support was driven by strong "Latin American solidarity" sentiment.The war ended with the surrender of Argentine forces on June 14, 1982, returning the islands to British control.Send me a text but know that I can't respond hereUpdated official intro without the season year Support the showYou will find the full transcript behind the show notes: https://interspanish.buzzsprout.comIf you have a story or topic you would like me to cover, please send your suggestions to: InterSpanishPodcast@gmail.com Please visit my socials: https://linktr.ee/InterSpanish

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Hugh McManners

Spirit of the Hall

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 63:51

In this episode, hear Olly Belcher, Past President of the St Edmund Hall Association in conversation with Hugh McManners, who came up to the Hall in 1975 to read Geography. Hugh was actually born at Teddy Hall as his Father was the Chaplain and then the Dean. Hugh returned to study at Teddy Hall after Sandhurst which he went to to avoid any more education! After Teddy Hall, Hugh returned to the army and during the Falklands War, he fought with the Special Boat Service and worked with the SAS, after which he was awarded a “Mention in Despatches”. After Hugh left the Army, he was diagnosed as having PTSD and so began campaigning for greater awareness of the psychological effects of combat on military people. He founded the Scars of War Foundation for PTSD which was chaired by a fellow Aularian, Jeremy Charles.Spirit of the Hall podcast is produced by the St Edmund Hall Association, the voluntary alumni body independent which represents all Aularians. The views and opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Association, St Edmund Hall or the University of Oxford.

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Lawrence Freedman on Strategy and Nuclear War

ChinaTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 94:25

Lawrence Freedman is the dean of strategic studies. He's written books about the Falklands War, nuclear strategy, political-military relations, Kennedy's foreign policy, the revolution of military affairs, and (my personal favorite) the history of strategy. Freedman is now part of the father-son writing duo samf.substack.com. Note: we recorded this in the summer of 2023. Thanks to the Hudson Institute for sponsoring this conversation. In this far-reaching conversation, we discuss: How the Falklands saved Thatcher's premiership, making her the Iron Lady, Why the great strategic decisions of history rarely have clear, pivotal moments, Parallels between Putin, Xi, and the Argentine junta — what the Falklands campaign tells us about Ukraine, Taiwan, and the future of war, How nuclear war went from being a “winnable” geopolitical contest to the apocalyptic dog that didn't bark, What Cold War arms control treaties can and can't tell us about AI, The best strategists not covered by last week's interview with Hal Brands, Lawrence Freedman's recipe for wide reading and prolific writing. Outro music: Oh! It's a Lovely War (1918) · Courtland & Jeffries (Youtube Link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Lawrence Freedman on Strategy and Nuclear War

ChinaEconTalk

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2026 94:25

Lawrence Freedman is the dean of strategic studies. He's written books about the Falklands War, nuclear strategy, political-military relations, Kennedy's foreign policy, the revolution of military affairs, and (my personal favorite) the history of strategy. Freedman is now part of the father-son writing duo samf.substack.com. Note: we recorded this in the summer of 2023. Thanks to the Hudson Institute for sponsoring this conversation. In this far-reaching conversation, we discuss: How the Falklands saved Thatcher's premiership, making her the Iron Lady, Why the great strategic decisions of history rarely have clear, pivotal moments, Parallels between Putin, Xi, and the Argentine junta — what the Falklands campaign tells us about Ukraine, Taiwan, and the future of war, How nuclear war went from being a “winnable” geopolitical contest to the apocalyptic dog that didn't bark, What Cold War arms control treaties can and can't tell us about AI, The best strategists not covered by last week's interview with Hal Brands, Lawrence Freedman's recipe for wide reading and prolific writing. Outro music: Oh! It's a Lovely War (1918) · Courtland & Jeffries (Youtube Link) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Prince Andrew And The Making Of The BBC Interview (Part 1)

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 15:51 Transcription Available

In his much-criticized 2019 BBC Newsnight interview about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew made a series of remarks and excuses that were broadly seen as implausible or tone-deaf, deepening public distrust and damaging his reputation. He denied ever having sex with Virginia Giuffre, claiming he was at a PizzaExpress in Woking with his daughter on the date she alleged, and insisted he couldn't sweat due to an “adrenaline overdose” from the Falklands War — assertions that were widely mocked and widely reported as undermining his credibility. At the time, Andrew also tried to downplay his closeness to Epstein, saying they met only occasionally and that he had ended contact in 2010; subsequent releases of emails and documents suggested continued contact beyond that date, adding to the perception that his interview responses were evasive or misleading.Behind the scenes, those involved in arranging and producing the interview later described it as a “car crash” or PR disaster that was disastrously misjudged by palace advisers and by Andrew himself. According to accounts around the broadcast, Andrew and his team initially believed the interview would help clear the air but were unprepared for the level of probing about Epstein and Giuffre. The aftermath saw a swift public backlash, damage to the monarchy's image, and Andrew stepping back from royal duties; his remarks became focal points for ridicule, and subsequent analyses and dramatizations (including in documentaries and dramatized films) have highlighted how poorly his explanations landed and how badly they aligned with available evidence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Prince Andrew And The Making Of The BBC Interview (Part 2)

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2026 19:09 Transcription Available

In his much-criticized 2019 BBC Newsnight interview about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, Prince Andrew made a series of remarks and excuses that were broadly seen as implausible or tone-deaf, deepening public distrust and damaging his reputation. He denied ever having sex with Virginia Giuffre, claiming he was at a PizzaExpress in Woking with his daughter on the date she alleged, and insisted he couldn't sweat due to an “adrenaline overdose” from the Falklands War — assertions that were widely mocked and widely reported as undermining his credibility. At the time, Andrew also tried to downplay his closeness to Epstein, saying they met only occasionally and that he had ended contact in 2010; subsequent releases of emails and documents suggested continued contact beyond that date, adding to the perception that his interview responses were evasive or misleading.Behind the scenes, those involved in arranging and producing the interview later described it as a “car crash” or PR disaster that was disastrously misjudged by palace advisers and by Andrew himself. According to accounts around the broadcast, Andrew and his team initially believed the interview would help clear the air but were unprepared for the level of probing about Epstein and Giuffre. The aftermath saw a swift public backlash, damage to the monarchy's image, and Andrew stepping back from royal duties; his remarks became focal points for ridicule, and subsequent analyses and dramatizations (including in documentaries and dramatized films) have highlighted how poorly his explanations landed and how badly they aligned with available evidence.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

popular Wiki of the Day

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2026 3:09

pWotD Episode 3215: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 497,997 views on Thursday, 19 February 2026 our article of the day is Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.Andrew Albert Christian Edward Mountbatten-Windsor (born 19 February 1960), formerly Prince Andrew, Duke of York, is a member of the House of Windsor. He is the third child and second son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and a younger brother of King Charles III. Andrew was born second in the line of succession to the British throne and is eighth as of 2026.Andrew served in the Royal Navy from 1979 to 2001. He saw active duty as a helicopter pilot during the Falklands War. He later became a helicopter instructor and commanded a warship. He married Sarah Ferguson in 1986, and was created Duke of York on their wedding day. They had two daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie, before separating in 1992 and divorcing in 1996. From 2001 to 2011, Andrew served as the UK's Special Representative for International Trade and Investment, but resigned following scrutiny of his expenses and associations with controversial figures. He continued to undertake official duties on behalf of Elizabeth II until 2019.Andrew had a long‑standing association with Jeffrey Epstein, the American convicted sex offender, which has attracted widespread criticism. In 2014, alleged Epstein abuse victim Virginia Giuffre said that she had been sex-trafficked to Andrew by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, after previously telling the Daily Mail in 2011 that she had no sexual contact with him. Andrew denied any wrongdoing, and in 2022 settled a civil lawsuit with Giuffre in the United States without admission of liability. In the same year, Elizabeth II removed his military affiliations and patronages, and he ceased using the style "Royal Highness". In 2025, Charles III removed Andrew's remaining royal styles and honours, and restricted his use of titles and peerages. He vacated Royal Lodge, part of the Crown Estate, and relocated to private accommodation on the Sandringham estate. Following the release of the Epstein files in 2026, Andrew was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and was later released under investigation.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 03:59 UTC on Friday, 20 February 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Bluesky at @wikioftheday.com.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Justin.

The Falklands War

Short History Of...

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 56:47

The sinking of the General Belgrano on May 2nd 1982 by a British submarine was one of the most controversial events of the Falklands War. The strike resulted in the deaths of 323 Argentine sailors, nearly half of Argentina's total casualties during the conflict. But though the escalation over the preceding months was swift, in some ways, the Falklands War had been simmering for centuries. Argentina, the closest mainland nation to the islands, saw them as a part of its territory and national identity, while Britain defended its historical claim, citing the wishes of the islanders. In April 1982, decades of tension exploded into war, leaving nearly 1,000 dead. But how did the islands fall under British control in the first place? Why did the war break out after so many years of diplomacy? And how did the political situations in both countries contribute to one of the strangest conflicts in modern British history? This is a Short History Of The Falklands War. A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins. With thanks to Sir Lawrence Freedman, official historian of the Falklands Campaign. Written by Nicola Rayner | Produced by Kate Simants | Production Assistant: Chris McDonald | Exec produced by Katrina Hughes | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by Oliver Sanders | Assembly edit by Anisha Deva | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Cody Reynolds-Shaw | Fact Check by Sean Coleman Get every episode of Short History Of… a week early with Noiser+. You'll also get ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to shows across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started. Or go to noiser.com/subscriptions Go to https://surfshark.com/shorthistory or use code SHORTHISTORY at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! ⁠A Short History of Ancient Rome⁠ - the debut book from the Noiser Network is out now! Discover the epic rise and fall of Rome like never before. Pick up your copy now at your local bookstore or visit ⁠⁠noiser.com/books⁠⁠ to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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3. V-Force with Jonathan Glancey

Aspects of History

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 48:36

The History Book Club is staying with the 20th century as we discuss the V-Force, the aircraft best exemplified by the Vulcan which was the plane that played a huge role in the James Bond film, Thunderball. It was a remarkably beautiful engineering feat, that remains an iconic vision of where British design and science was at in the 1950s. It was capable of flying vast distances where it was intended to deliver its payload, a nuclear bomb. Perhaps its most well-known mission was a bombing run during the Falklands War in 1982. Jonathan Glancey joins the club – he's an aircraft enthusiast, writer on architecture as well as being a thoroughly interesting chap with a lovely voice so we talk about British produced bombers and fighters produced post-war. Jonathan Glancey Links V-Force: Britain's Nuclear Bombers and the Cold War⁠ Vulcan barrel roll, Farnborough 1955 Oliver Webb-Carter Links ⁠Substack⁠ ⁠Who Cares Who Wins? ⁠ ⁠Paean to Patrick Leigh Fermor⁠ ⁠X⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ Email me: owcpods@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Cold War Britain (2025 Book) Part Two with Author Fraser McCallum

Review It Yourself

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2026 56:17

Sean and Fraser McCallum, Imperial War Museum employee and author of Cold War Britain: 50 Years in the Shadow of the Bomb, continue their Cold War discussion.Our Guest:https://shop.iwm.org.uk/blogs/news/cold-war-britain -A blog about the book on the Imperial War Museum Website, with a link to the shop. This podcast is not an advertisement, and the link is here for you to do your own research on the book. You can buy it from whatever seller you want, we're not trying to influence you. Sean and Sarah highly recommend the book though!Chapters:0:10 The Evolution of Airborne Weapons1:03 Scotland's Nuclear Dilemma2:20 Greenham Common and Women's Activism3:51 The Anxiety of Nuclear Threats5:20 Eisenhower and Churchill's Perspectives10:14 The Impact of Cold War Culture14:09 Remembering Cold War Conflicts19:38 The Falklands War and Its Legacy26:01 The Aftermath of Yugoslavia's Conflict27:29 Short Attention Spans in History31:14 The Depressing Continuity of Conflict35:21 Cultural Reflections on Cold War40:45 The Legacy of 'Threads'47:58 The Evolution of Cold War Cinema53:59 The Book as a Gateway to History55:08 Final Thoughts on Cold War LegacyThanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The World in 2026 – Defending the UK

BFBS Radio Sitrep

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 9:18

The outcome of the Ukraine war is arguably the most immediate key to our security in the UK, and if the fighting ends our Armed Forces may be sent to Ukraine to secure not just its future but also ours.At the same time the Chief of Defence Staff has warned we all need to be prepared for the possibility of war coming to the UK.So what kind of year does this set out for Britain's servicemen and women?Former Army Officer Dominic Nicholls, now Associate Editor for Defence at The Telegraph, explains why they may be facing their biggest ask since the Falklands War.

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Crown and Controversy - Prince Andrew - 2. The Queen's Favorite

Palace Intrigue: A daily Royal Family podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2025 14:32 Transcription Available

Before the disgrace came the adoration. In the shadow of his elder brother Charles, Andrew was “the Golden Prince” — dashing, charming, and adored by the press. As a young naval officer and hero of the Falklands War, he embodied confidence and glamour. But even in these glittering early years, the seeds of entitlement were being sown. To his mother, he could do no wrong. To palace insiders, that would prove dangerous.Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.

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Paratrooper's Wife Opens Up About Losing Her Husband In The Falklands War

Chris Thrall's Bought the T-Shirt Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2025 144:46

Paratrooper's Wife Opens Up About Losing Her Husband In The Falklands War features Jay Morgan Hyrons, a published Author, Inspirational Speaker and Coach. Socials instagram.com/chris.thrall youtube.com/christhrall facebook.com/christhrall christhrall.com Support the podcast at: patreon.com/christhrall (£2 per month plus perks) gofundme.com/christhrall paypal.me/teamthrall Our uncensored content: christhrall.locals.com Mailing list: christhrall.com/mailing-list/ Life Coaching: christhrall.com/coach/

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Thunderbolt of Zeus: The Loss of HMS Coventry- Part 3

ShipWrekt

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 88:13

Hi, hi, hi shipmates! We're back! Welcome to Season 2 of ShipWrekt! We were absolutely blown away by the response to Season 1. Your enthusiasm, your messages, and the passion you brought to the show genuinely inspired us. That support is exactly why we launched our Patreon, so we can push our production even further this season and bring you bigger, better storytelling. By joining us there, you'll get bonus episodes, early access to our main-feed episodes, exclusive guest interviews, breaking news briefs, and even the opportunity to help choose our next topic. It's a way for us to grow this project with the people who care about these stories as much as we do. And speaking of stories, today, we're diving into one of the most dramatic moments of the Falklands War. On the 25th of May, 1982, the destroyer HMS Coventry was sunk off Pebble Island by Argentine A-4 Skyhawks of Zeus Squadron. In this episode, Dom, Tim, Hop, Latin, David Brookfield, and our special guest, Keith Douglas, analyze the final attacks, walk through the damage she sustained, and hear the story of one of her survivors on that fateful day. So let's get underway. Join us for this episode of ShipWrekt: Thunderbolt of Zeus — The Loss of HMS Coventry. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HsI7Bw48KbMqEajfcX7C8nWtzEH0a2oYwSYd1JCTUo0/edit?usp=sharing Supplementary Materials: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1xsqWiv43p_sbpbKzSfmQmsDtBT6-hFAI0z49bXelN1Q/edit?usp=sharing Patreon: https://patreon.com/ShipWrektOverboard?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

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Presents in Cans (Dire Straits and Leftover Gifts)

Pops on Hops

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 120:29

Barry and Abigail discuss Brothers in Arms by Dire Straits and sample Wild Dog – Pale Ale and Wild Dog – Shempa Ale from Tiemann Beer in Lusaka, Zambia; Strawberry Rhubarb from New Glarus Brewing Company in New Glarus, Wisconsin; Coconut Key Lime Pie Drips and Mischievous Grin from Barn Town Brewing in West Des Moines, Iowa; and Gallo / Famosa from Cervecería Centro Americana in Guatemala City, Guatemala.Read about how the Money for Nothing music video came to be, or watch the video.We first sampled New Glarus on our season 4 Christmas episode, Christmas Beers (Straight No Chaser and Gifted Beers).Barry pointed out that Walk of Life references other songs, and Abigail compared it to American Pie by Don McLean.Abigail formally retracted a fun “fact” she had previously shared on the podcast regarding artificial banana flavoring being based on the Gros Michel banana instead of the Cavendish banana, which is the most common banana cultivar eaten today. The 2013 SciShow video where she first learned this false fact has since been edited to remove any reference to this hypothesis but points to this article that explains the hypothesis. This Hank Green video first brought the debunking of this hypothesis to Abigail's attention.We first sampled Barn Town on our season 4 episode Barntown (Phish and Barn Town Brewery).Abigail called Why Worry an “adult lullaby,” similar to Calm Down by Cory Chisel and the Wandering Sons. She then entered Why Worry into the Abigail Hummel School of Speaking Smartly About Music with a comparison to Little April Shower from Bambi (1942). She also brought up Baby Genius by Eels as having instrumental similarities. Barry mentioned Rain by Hans Zimmer from Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002). The “vibes” in the personnel list likely refers to the vibraphone, which could very well have produced the rain sounds in Why Worry.Abigail asked if Mischievous Grin would count as a “cream tangerine” (we have officially gone zero episodes without mentioning the White Album!).Barry had heard that the three war songs on this album were inspired by the Falklands War between Argentina and the United Kingdom that lasted for a little over two months in 1982. Abigail had always pictured the Vietnam War, partly because of the imagery in Ride Across the River, and partly because Abigail's consumption of war media was heavily influenced by The Things They Carried by Tim O'Brien, a novel about the Vietnam War.While discussing The Man's Too Strong, Abigail referenced an in-character speech by comedian and professional Dungeon Master Brennan Lee Mulligan.Up next… Version 2.0 by Garbage, Abigail's annual Phone-a-Friend submission, this time with Carlo “from Canada” Sgro, the namesake of Carlo's Corner!Jingles are by our friend Pete Coe.Visit Anosmia Awareness for more information on Barry's condition.Follow Barry or Abigail on Untappd to see what we're drinking when we're not on mic!Leave us a rating or a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!Facebook | Instagram | Bluesky | YouTube | Substack | Website | Email us | Virtual Jukebox | Beer Media Group

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Thunderbolt of Zeus: The Loss of HMS Coventry- Part 2

ShipWrekt

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 91:23

Hi, hi, hi shipmates! We're back! Welcome to Season 2 of ShipWrekt! We were absolutely blown away by the response to Season 1. Your enthusiasm, your messages, and the passion you brought to the show genuinely inspired us. That support is exactly why we launched our Patreon, so we can push our production even further this season and bring you bigger, better storytelling. By joining us there, you'll get bonus episodes, early access to our main-feed episodes, exclusive guest interviews, breaking news briefs, and even the opportunity to help choose our next topic. It's a way for us to grow this project with the people who care about these stories as much as we do. And speaking of stories, today, we're diving into one of the most dramatic moments of the Falklands War. On the 25th of May, 1982, the destroyer HMS Coventry was sunk off Pebble Island by Argentine A-4 Skyhawks of Zeus Squadron. In this episode, Dom, Tim, Hop, Latin, David Brookfield, and our special guest, Keith Douglas, analyze the final attacks, walk through the damage she sustained, and hear the story of one of her survivors on that fateful day. So let's get underway. Join us for this episode of ShipWrekt: Thunderbolt of Zeus — The Loss of HMS Coventry. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HsI7Bw48KbMqEajfcX7C8nWtzEH0a2oYwSYd1JCTUo0/edit?usp=sharing Supplementary Materials: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1xsqWiv43p_sbpbKzSfmQmsDtBT6-hFAI0z49bXelN1Q/edit?usp=sharing Patreon: https://patreon.com/ShipWrektOverboard?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

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Thunderbolt of Zeus: The Loss of HMS Coventry- Part 1

ShipWrekt

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 107:09

Hi, hi, hi, shipmates! We're back! Welcome to Season 2 of ShipWrekt! We were absolutely blown away by the response to Season 1. Your enthusiasm, your messages, and the passion you brought to the show genuinely inspired us. That support is exactly why we launched our Patreon, so we can push our production even further this season and bring you bigger, better storytelling. By joining us there, you'll get bonus episodes, early access to our main-feed episodes, exclusive guest interviews, breaking news briefs, and even the opportunity to help choose our next topic. It's a way for us to grow this project with the people who care about these stories as much as we do. And speaking of stories, today, we're diving into one of the most dramatic moments of the Falklands War. On the 25th of May, 1982, the destroyer HMS Coventry was sunk off Pebble Island by Argentine A-4 Skyhawks of Zeus Squadron. In this episode, Dom, Tim, Hop, Latin, David Brookfield, and our special guest, Keith Douglas, analyze the final attacks, walk through the damage she sustained, and hear the story of one of her survivors on that fateful day. So let's get underway. Join us for this episode of ShipWrekt: Thunderbolt of Zeus — The Loss of HMS Coventry. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HsI7Bw48KbMqEajfcX7C8nWtzEH0a2oYwSYd1JCTUo0/edit?usp=sharing Supplementary Materials: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1xsqWiv43p_sbpbKzSfmQmsDtBT6-hFAI0z49bXelN1Q/edit?usp=sharing Patreon: https://patreon.com/ShipWrektOverboard?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

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Andrew And His Ridiculous Pizza Parlor Alibi

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 13:55 Transcription Available

Prince Andrew, Duke of York's so-called “Pizza Express alibi” during his 2019 interview about the Virginia Giuffre/Jeffrey Epstein scandal has become one of the most ridiculed moments of his public defence. In the sit-down with Emily Maitlis for the BBC's Newsnight, he stated that on the night Giuffre alleges sexual contact—with her claim involving dancing and sweating at a London nightclub—he was instead at a children's birthday party at a Pizza Express in Woking with his daughter, and then at home.He doubled down by offering another unlikely defence: that due to an “overdose of adrenaline” during his service in the Falklands War he was now incapable of sweating, which in his view invalidated Giuffre's description of him “profusely sweating”. The combination of the chain-restaurant birthday party in Woking and the medical-condition claim struck many as tone-deaf and implausible, contributing heavily to the backlash and the erosion of his credibility in the wider scandal.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Episode 65: Enlightenment

Doctor Who: the World Enough and Time podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 118:05

Hoist your moonrakers and splice the mainbrace! It's Enlightenment. Now, Andy and Alex love the bones of Doctor Who, really they do, but Enlightenment sorely tests them. The things they struggle with are many and varied: the pantomime nature of its villains; the lack of conviction of most of the actors; the Doctor's constant bullying and gaslighting of Tegan; the bizarre amount of attention afforded to tiny unimportant details; Marriner being rapey; Striker being deliberately boring; the dullness of the race. The list is pretty endless... But, fear not, as ever, the opportunity to talk about Doctor Who brings the pair much joy and laughter. Listen along as they: rail against a ChatGPT Tegan-themed quiz that believes her exit line is linked to the Falklands War; debate if Nigel Havers was 'never out of a naval uniform'; fail to remember Roy's surname in Eastenders; and discuss how one always 'sleep dead uncomfortable in a fake bed.' Finally, don't fall for the revival of the bamboo furniture craze and, if you were still in any doubt, the Vacuum Shield is most definitely OFF. Next Time: Terror of the Zygons

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Playing The Politics Of Morality To Set The Agenda

UCL Uncovering Politics

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 28:58

It's often said that when a government faces political trouble, nothing boosts public support quite like a threat to national security. History offers vivid examples — from the surge in backing for Margaret Thatcher during the 1982 Falklands War to the Bush administration's post-9/11 unity wave. But can governments find other ways to rally citizens without invoking fear or conflict?In this episode, we explore a fascinating new study that suggests they can — by turning to moral issues instead of security ones. Our guest, Dr. Daniel Schulte, Associate Lecturer in Protest, Revolution & Qualitative Methods at UCL's Department of Political Science, discusses his research on how governments may use moral framing to distract or unite publics when under pressure, drawing on experimental evidence from Turkey.Mentioned in this episode:Rallying around the mosque or flag: The effects of morality and security agenda setting on political performance in Turkey. Mediterranean Politics. UCL's Department of Political Science and School of Public Policy offers a uniquely stimulating environment for the study of all fields of politics, including international relations, political theory, human rights, public policy-making and administration. The Department is recognised for its world-class research and policy impact, ranking among the top departments in the UK on both the 2021 Research Excellence Framework and the latest Guardian rankings.

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Andrew And His Ridiculous Pizza Parlor Alibi

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 13:55 Transcription Available

Prince Andrew, Duke of York's so-called “Pizza Express alibi” during his 2019 interview about the Virginia Giuffre/Jeffrey Epstein scandal has become one of the most ridiculed moments of his public defence. In the sit-down with Emily Maitlis for the BBC's Newsnight, he stated that on the night Giuffre alleges sexual contact—with her claim involving dancing and sweating at a London nightclub—he was instead at a children's birthday party at a Pizza Express in Woking with his daughter, and then at home.He doubled down by offering another unlikely defence: that due to an “overdose of adrenaline” during his service in the Falklands War he was now incapable of sweating, which in his view invalidated Giuffre's description of him “profusely sweating”. The combination of the chain-restaurant birthday party in Woking and the medical-condition claim struck many as tone-deaf and implausible, contributing heavily to the backlash and the erosion of his credibility in the wider scandal.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Andrew And His Ridiculous Pizza Parlor Alibi

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 13:55 Transcription Available

Prince Andrew, Duke of York's so-called “Pizza Express alibi” during his 2019 interview about the Virginia Giuffre/Jeffrey Epstein scandal has become one of the most ridiculed moments of his public defence. In the sit-down with Emily Maitlis for the BBC's Newsnight, he stated that on the night Giuffre alleges sexual contact—with her claim involving dancing and sweating at a London nightclub—he was instead at a children's birthday party at a Pizza Express in Woking with his daughter, and then at home.He doubled down by offering another unlikely defence: that due to an “overdose of adrenaline” during his service in the Falklands War he was now incapable of sweating, which in his view invalidated Giuffre's description of him “profusely sweating”. The combination of the chain-restaurant birthday party in Woking and the medical-condition claim struck many as tone-deaf and implausible, contributing heavily to the backlash and the erosion of his credibility in the wider scandal.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Former Paratrooper EXPOSES Military's Darkest Scandal | Dr Tam Thornborrow

Chris Thrall's Bought the T-Shirt Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2025 43:21

https://gofundme.com/challengeeverest Former Paratrooper Exposes The TRUTH About War - Northern Ireland, Falklands, Afghanistan. Join Chris Thrall on the Bought The T-Shirt Podcast as he sits down with Dr. William Thomas Thornborrow, a Falklands War veteran and academic with a remarkable life story. Socials instagram.com/chris.thrall youtube.com/christhrall facebook.com/christhrall christhrall.com Support the podcast at: patreon.com/christhrall (£2 per month plus perks) gofundme.com/christhrall paypal.me/teamthrall Our uncensored content: christhrall.locals.com Mailing list: christhrall.com/mailing-list/ Life Coaching: christhrall.com/coach/

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Former Paratrooper Exposes The TRUTH About War | Dr Tam Thornborrow

Chris Thrall's Bought the T-Shirt Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 94:20

Join Chris Thrall on the Bought The T-Shirt Podcast as he sits down with Dr. William Thomas Thornborrow, a Falklands War veteran and academic with a remarkable life story. Socials instagram.com/chris.thrall youtube.com/christhrall facebook.com/christhrall christhrall.com Support the podcast at: patreon.com/christhrall (£2 per month plus perks) gofundme.com/christhrall paypal.me/teamthrall Our uncensored content: christhrall.locals.com Mailing list: christhrall.com/mailing-list/ Life Coaching: christhrall.com/coach/

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Mega Edition: Prince Andrew Can't Sweat. Unless He's In St. Tropez On The Dance Floor (10/24/25)

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 39:47 Transcription Available

In his now-infamous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview, Prince Andrew claimed he was unable to sweat at the time Virginia Giuffre alleged they danced together at a London nightclub in 2001. He attributed this to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by “an overdose of adrenaline in the Falklands War.” However, photographs later surfaced showing Andrew attending parties in Saint-Tropez during the early 2000s, visibly perspiring under the Mediterranean sun. These images directly undercut his bizarre defense and reignited skepticism about his credibility—especially as they appeared to date from the same general period when he claimed to be physiologically incapable of sweating.In January 2022, Andrew's legal team sought permission to depose Giuffre's husband Robert Giuffre and her psychologist Dr Judith Lightfoot by video link in Australia. Their aim was to probe two key areas: first, whether Giuffre might “suffer from false memories,” in which context they requested details of any medications prescribed by Lightfoot; and second, the nature of Robert Giuffre's relationship with his wife and their shared finances, including how and when he met Giuffre.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

The World Cup of Diego Maradona, Mexico '86: Atlanta Soccer Flashback

Off the Woodwork

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 35:48

Relive one of the most iconic tournaments in soccer history on this edition of Atlanta Soccer Flashback. From Mexico's resilience as host after the 1985 earthquake to Diego Maradona's unforgettable “Hand of God” and “Goal of the Century,” we revisit the drama of Argentina's run through England, Belgium, and West Germany. We also explore the political backdrop of the Falklands War, the wild celebrations back in Buenos Aires, and how the failed U.S. bid for 1986 inspired the successful push to host in 1994.

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Mega Edition: How Jeffrey Epstein Used Prince Andrew To Climb The Social Ladder (10/23/25)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 48:00 Transcription Available

Jeffrey Epstein's relationship with Prince Andrew was a calculated social maneuver designed to elevate Epstein's standing among the world's elite. By befriending the Duke of York — a senior member of the British royal family — Epstein gained access to circles of wealth and influence that would have otherwise been closed to him. The two men traveled together, attended exclusive parties, and were photographed at high-society events from New York to Palm Beach. Epstein reportedly viewed Andrew as a prized connection, describing him as a “trophy friendship” that opened doors to financiers, politicians, and royals. Their association lent Epstein an air of legitimacy, helping him appear as more than a mere financier and instead as a man trusted by royalty — a perception he used to recruit and manipulate others within his growing network of power.Prince Andrew's now-infamous claim that he was unable to sweat became one of the most ridiculed moments in modern royal history. During his 2019 BBC Newsnight interview with Emily Maitlis, Andrew attempted to discredit Virginia Giuffre's account that she danced with him at London's Tramp nightclub in 2001, saying she was mistaken because he “didn't sweat at the time.” He insisted this was due to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by an “adrenaline overdose” from his service in the Falklands War, which supposedly made it impossible for him to perspire. The explanation was immediately met with disbelief and mockery worldwide — even medical experts publicly questioned its plausibility, noting there was little evidence to support his story. For the public, it wasn't just the absurdity of the excuse — it was how clearly it reeked of desperation, further eroding what little credibility the prince had left.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

Mega Edition: Prince Andrew Can't Sweat. Unless He's In St. Tropez On The Dance Floor (10/24/25)

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 39:47 Transcription Available

In his now-infamous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview, Prince Andrew claimed he was unable to sweat at the time Virginia Giuffre alleged they danced together at a London nightclub in 2001. He attributed this to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by “an overdose of adrenaline in the Falklands War.” However, photographs later surfaced showing Andrew attending parties in Saint-Tropez during the early 2000s, visibly perspiring under the Mediterranean sun. These images directly undercut his bizarre defense and reignited skepticism about his credibility—especially as they appeared to date from the same general period when he claimed to be physiologically incapable of sweating.In January 2022, Andrew's legal team sought permission to depose Giuffre's husband Robert Giuffre and her psychologist Dr Judith Lightfoot by video link in Australia. Their aim was to probe two key areas: first, whether Giuffre might “suffer from false memories,” in which context they requested details of any medications prescribed by Lightfoot; and second, the nature of Robert Giuffre's relationship with his wife and their shared finances, including how and when he met Giuffre.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

Mega Edition: How Jeffrey Epstein Used Prince Andrew To Climb The Social Ladder (10/23/25)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 48:00 Transcription Available

Jeffrey Epstein's relationship with Prince Andrew was a calculated social maneuver designed to elevate Epstein's standing among the world's elite. By befriending the Duke of York — a senior member of the British royal family — Epstein gained access to circles of wealth and influence that would have otherwise been closed to him. The two men traveled together, attended exclusive parties, and were photographed at high-society events from New York to Palm Beach. Epstein reportedly viewed Andrew as a prized connection, describing him as a “trophy friendship” that opened doors to financiers, politicians, and royals. Their association lent Epstein an air of legitimacy, helping him appear as more than a mere financier and instead as a man trusted by royalty — a perception he used to recruit and manipulate others within his growing network of power.Prince Andrew's now-infamous claim that he was unable to sweat became one of the most ridiculed moments in modern royal history. During his 2019 BBC Newsnight interview with Emily Maitlis, Andrew attempted to discredit Virginia Giuffre's account that she danced with him at London's Tramp nightclub in 2001, saying she was mistaken because he “didn't sweat at the time.” He insisted this was due to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by an “adrenaline overdose” from his service in the Falklands War, which supposedly made it impossible for him to perspire. The explanation was immediately met with disbelief and mockery worldwide — even medical experts publicly questioned its plausibility, noting there was little evidence to support his story. For the public, it wasn't just the absurdity of the excuse — it was how clearly it reeked of desperation, further eroding what little credibility the prince had left.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Mega Edition: Prince Andrew Can't Sweat. Unless He's In St. Tropez On The Dance Floor (10/22/25)

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 39:47 Transcription Available

In his now-infamous 2019 BBC Newsnight interview, Prince Andrew claimed he was unable to sweat at the time Virginia Giuffre alleged they danced together at a London nightclub in 2001. He attributed this to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by “an overdose of adrenaline in the Falklands War.” However, photographs later surfaced showing Andrew attending parties in Saint-Tropez during the early 2000s, visibly perspiring under the Mediterranean sun. These images directly undercut his bizarre defense and reignited skepticism about his credibility—especially as they appeared to date from the same general period when he claimed to be physiologically incapable of sweating.In January 2022, Andrew's legal team sought permission to depose Giuffre's husband Robert Giuffre and her psychologist Dr Judith Lightfoot by video link in Australia. Their aim was to probe two key areas: first, whether Giuffre might “suffer from false memories,” in which context they requested details of any medications prescribed by Lightfoot; and second, the nature of Robert Giuffre's relationship with his wife and their shared finances, including how and when he met Giuffre.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

Mega Edition: How Jeffrey Epstein Used Prince Andrew To Climb The Social Ladder (10/21/25)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 48:00 Transcription Available

Jeffrey Epstein's relationship with Prince Andrew was a calculated social maneuver designed to elevate Epstein's standing among the world's elite. By befriending the Duke of York — a senior member of the British royal family — Epstein gained access to circles of wealth and influence that would have otherwise been closed to him. The two men traveled together, attended exclusive parties, and were photographed at high-society events from New York to Palm Beach. Epstein reportedly viewed Andrew as a prized connection, describing him as a “trophy friendship” that opened doors to financiers, politicians, and royals. Their association lent Epstein an air of legitimacy, helping him appear as more than a mere financier and instead as a man trusted by royalty — a perception he used to recruit and manipulate others within his growing network of power.Prince Andrew's now-infamous claim that he was unable to sweat became one of the most ridiculed moments in modern royal history. During his 2019 BBC Newsnight interview with Emily Maitlis, Andrew attempted to discredit Virginia Giuffre's account that she danced with him at London's Tramp nightclub in 2001, saying she was mistaken because he “didn't sweat at the time.” He insisted this was due to a “peculiar medical condition” caused by an “adrenaline overdose” from his service in the Falklands War, which supposedly made it impossible for him to perspire. The explanation was immediately met with disbelief and mockery worldwide — even medical experts publicly questioned its plausibility, noting there was little evidence to support his story. For the public, it wasn't just the absurdity of the excuse — it was how clearly it reeked of desperation, further eroding what little credibility the prince had left.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Mega Edition: Prince Andrew Can't Sweat. Unless He's In St. Tropez On The Dance Floor (10/22/25)