EPISODE · Mar 30, 2022 · 17 MIN
He's Drunk...& On Fire! - "Mad" Jack Mytton 1832
from Rogues Gallery Uncovered · host Simon Talbot
Meet "Mad" Jack Mytton, the port loving, dogfighting, bare-knuckle boxing, speed racing Regency gentleman who spent £20 million doing what the hell he liked.It's a tale of biblical drinking, nudity and a total disregard for personal safety.How many bottles did he get through every day?How did his pet monkey die?Why did he set himself on fire?All the answers can be found in episode 15 of Rogues Gallery Uncovered - the podcast of bad behaviour in period costume. The self-destructive eccentric aristocrat who scandalised 19th century England with his hunting adventures, high stakes gambling and wild lifestyle. He was the quintessential country squire who liked hunting and racing and setting himself alight. No animals were hurt during the making of this podcast so if you’re a fan of notorious figures, colourful historical characters and barmy English gentlemen you'll enjoy this episode.Thanks for listening. Stay Roguish!Email: [email protected] Visit the website and become a 'Rogue with Benefits' Find me on X, Facebook, Instagram
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Meet "Mad" Jack Mytton, the port loving, dogfighting, bare-knuckle boxing, speed racing Regency gentleman who spent £20 million doing what the hell he liked. It's a tale of biblical drinking, nudity and a total disregard for personal safety. How many bottles did he get through every day?How did his pet monkey die?Why did he set himself on fire?All the answers can be found in episode 15 of Rogues Gallery Uncovered - the podcast of bad behaviour in period costume. The self-destruct...
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