037: Ötzi the Iceman – Europe’s Oldest Cold Case episode artwork

EPISODE · Oct 1, 2025 · 26 MIN

037: Ötzi the Iceman – Europe’s Oldest Cold Case

from Strap Yer Boots · host April & Laura

Discovered in the Alps in 1991, Ötzi the Iceman is a 5,300-year-old mummy whose body has revealed astonishing details about Copper Age life—his clothes, tools, tattoos, even his last meal. But Ötzi also carries evidence of violent injuries, leaving scientists to ask: was he a victim of murder, survival gone wrong, or something else entirely? In this episode, we uncover the mysteries of Europe’s oldest cold case.Instagram @strapyerbootsWebsite strapyerboots.comContact [email protected]

Discovered in the Alps in 1991, Ötzi the Iceman is a 5,300-year-old mummy whose body has revealed astonishing details about Copper Age life—his clothes, tools, tattoos, even his last meal. But Ötzi also carries evidence of violent injuries, leaving scientists to ask: was he a victim of murder, survival gone wrong, or something else entirely? In this episode, we uncover the mysteries of Europe’s oldest cold case. Instagram @strapyerboots Website strapyerboots.com Contact [email protected]

NOW PLAYING

037: Ötzi the Iceman – Europe’s Oldest Cold Case

0:00 26:16

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

On The Ski Lift Skiing Podcast On The Ski Lift Skiing Podcast The podcast that provides something helpful and something entertaining in every episode. Lance and Mike cover planning for the ski season, buying passes, travel ideas, family skiing, niche trips, nostalgic looks-back-in-time. Topics just long enough to for conversations "on the lift" include everything skiing. From curing a hang-over and making first chair, to dancing in ski boots apre in the bar, there's no shortage of ski culture on this show. Interviews, neighborhood ski hills, homemade snow making, back country, side country, in-bounds, out of bounds - yep, you'll hear about it. Landing the resort town job. Affording overpriced tickets. You get the picture. We're here to share your ski experience with you. Pizza Bros Podcast R.J. Callahan Saddle in and strap down for a wild ride while the crew slings the dough. Follow Steve, Ed, and Dennis as they fight their way through terrible customers, out of touch corporate executives, zany competitors, and of course their own petty drama. Pizza Bros is based on writer and creator R.J. Callahan's experiences working for a national pizza chain. They experienced many crazy, zany and unwinnable situations where you thought "This couldn't possibly get any worse" and then of course it does! Zwei Glorreiche Halunken Absolut Absolem 🔫 Zwei Glorreiche Halunken A Boombap beat dipped in Western grit – dusty like a desert saloon, sharp like a Colt cocked at high noon.🎞️ Tarantino would’ve grabbed this for a slow-motion shootout with smirks and swagger. Between sun-drenched horizons and grimy boots, this beat stomps hard and nods heads.🎬 Inspired by spaghetti westerns and cinematic outlaws, this instrumental blends vintage film soul with raw Hip-Hop rhythm.🦋 From the upcoming album Butterfly – a journey through beauty, chaos, and transformation.🔁 Drop a like, leave a comment, and share it with fellow desperados – each click fires up the sound revolution. Don't Tread on Coin (A Southern Rock Bitcoin Rebellion) Aurora Hayes Imagine Lynyrd Skynyrd, Kid Rock, Hank Williams Jr., and the Grit of modern country rock all fused with Bitcoin ideology and Aurora's bold lyrics for a high-octane mix of southern grit, outlaw swagger, and Bitcoin-fueled freedom anthems. From barroom jams to rebel ballads, this album fuses roaring guitars, gospel harmonies, and unapologetic lyrics that rally against fiat chains and celebrate self-sovereignty. It’s a soundtrack for the modern-day outlaw — boots in the dirt, keys in the pocket, and freedom on the horizon.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Strap Yer Boots?

This episode is 26 minutes long.

When was this Strap Yer Boots episode published?

This episode was published on October 1, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Discovered in the Alps in 1991, Ötzi the Iceman is a 5,300-year-old mummy whose body has revealed astonishing details about Copper Age life—his clothes, tools, tattoos, even his last meal. But Ötzi also carries evidence of violent injuries, leaving...

Can I download this Strap Yer Boots episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!