From Wild Boys to Go-Boy!

This is an episode of Inside the Tent, a podcast going behind the scenes of Campside’s award winning shows.Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.Roger Caron was a legend in Canada, with 78 bank robberies and 13 prison escapes to his name. He was a violent man described as kind and generous. His best friend was his sister.Sam and Anthony discuss his complicated life, fueled by fear and excitement… and what happened when his 15 minutes of fame were up.For a time, Roger lived in a penthouse, drove a fast car and gave hundreds of interviews about his exploits. But ultimately, this is what he wanted people to remember: “I’m not a hero.”And Sam describes how he was introduced to Roger’s story, shocked that the world didn’t remember this thief, brawler and writer.They end the conversation by suggesting what actors might play Roger, a rough and tender bundle of contradictions, in a movie.To hear more from Sam, check out his Campside hits Wild Boys and Dr. Dante. And listen to Inside the Tent on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us with questions or comments: [email protected]! is a production of Campside Media and iHeart Podcasts.We hope to see you inside the tent again soon. Subscribe now for updates on all of Campside’s hit shows. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit join.campsidemedia.com