EPISODE · Apr 13, 2022 · 15 MIN
You Dirty,Dirty Rat - Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel 1947
from Rogues Gallery Uncovered · host Simon Talbot
Charming the dames, killing the opposition and taking care of business with the 1930s most glamorous gangster - "Bugsy" Siegel.Its a tale of Hollywood extravagance, contract killing, high society and the birth of Las Vegas.What happened when "Bugsy" caught someone cheating at cards?What did he try to sell Benito Mussolini?Why was his girlfriend so popular?Who was the only actor who stood up to him?All the answers and more can be found in episode 17 of Rogues Gallery Uncovered - the podcast of bad behaviour in period costume.The history of the Mafia meets the history of Las Vegas in prohibition era USA. Tommy gun wielding true crime with Murder Inc and the mobster with the film star looks. He's one of America's most notorious criminals and an icon of organised crime. If you're a fan of bootlegging and 20th century crime and are not a member of law enforcement, then take a break from the criminal underworld and enjoy this perfectly legal episode. This podcast has just reached 10,000 downloads - thank you to all "Lovable Rogues"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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Charming the dames, killing the opposition and taking care of business with the 1930s most glamorous gangster - "Bugsy" Siegel. Its a tale of Hollywood extravagance, contract killing, high society and the birth of Las Vegas. What happened when "Bugsy" caught someone cheating at cards?What did he try to sell Benito Mussolini?Why was his girlfriend so popular?Who was the only actor who stood up to him?All the answers and more can be found in episode 17 of Rogues Gallery Uncovered - the podcast ...
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