EPISODE · Apr 20, 2026 · 1H 31M
Episode 11 - Baron Franz Nopcsa, the Murderous Spy Who Loved Dinosaurs
from Breaking Bard: The Forgotten History Podcast · host Breaking Bard
In the early 20th century, one aristocrat led a double life few could have imagined. Baron Franz Nopcsa was a groundbreaking paleontologist who transformed how we understand dinosaurs—but he was also a spy, adventurer, and a murderer. In this episode, Kaine Francesco is joined by Lewis Miles to uncover the strange and controversial life of Nopcsa. From fossil discoveries in Transylvania to political intrigue across Europe, they explore a story shaped by brilliance, secrecy, and ultimately tragedy. Listen to Breaking Bard wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe on YouTube and Instagram to get the full story.
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In the early 20th century, one aristocrat led a double life few could have imagined. Baron Franz Nopcsa was a groundbreaking paleontologist who transformed how we understand dinosaurs—but he was also a spy, adventurer, and a murderer. In this episode, Kaine Francesco is joined by Lewis Miles to uncover the strange and controversial life of Nopcsa. From fossil discoveries in Transylvania to political intrigue across Europe, they explore a story shaped by brilliance, secrecy, and ultimately tragedy. Listen to Breaking Bard wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe on YouTube and Instagram to get the full story.
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