Two Truths And A Dirty Lie: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the "Dirty Lie Podcast," today's episode delves into the dark and captivating tales of women who defied societal constraints through deadly means. We explore stories ranging from the legendary poisoner Giulia Tofana, whose concoctions ended the lives of many abusive husbands, to Celia, an enslaved woman in Missouri who exacted ruthless revenge on her oppressor. Finally, we touch upon the mysterious and powerful figure of Saronia Mangu, a queen rumored to have wielded magic against colonial forces.
Join us as we discuss these fascinating women who used unconventional methods to fight back against their adversaries from Niger to Italy to America, reflecting on the historical and societal implications of their actions and the legends that continue to surround them.
Welcome to another episode of The Dirty Lie Podcast, where we delve into facts, figures, and peculiar tales from history. Join hosts Dez and TMT as they discuss the intriguing and often bizarre events that shaped the past.
This episode centers on the curious case of Gerald Ford, the only unelected President of the United States, who faced multiple assassination attempts within a short span. Discover the peculiar stories of Lynette "Squeaky" Fromme and Sarah Jane Moore, two women with vastly different motivations who both aimed to end Ford's life.
Dez and TMT also touch on the broader historical context of assassination attempts in America, providing a riveting account of Richard Lawrence's failed attempt on Andrew Jackson's life. This episode offers a mix of historical facts, personal anecdotes, and insightful commentary, making it a must-listen for history buffs and curious minds alike.
Tune in for an engaging discussion that blends humor, historical analysis, and a touch of suspense as we uncover the dirty lies and truths behind these infamous assassination attempts.
A Bonus - National Anthems the world over- starting with Nigeria we hail Thee v Arise o Compatriots.
Welcome to the Dirty Lie podcast, where hosts Dez and TMT delve into the fascinating and bizarre history of King Zog of Albania. From his rise to power as the youngest Prime Minister to his declaration as the first and only king of Albania, this episode is a rollercoaster of political intrigue, blood feuds, and assassination attempts.
Discover how Zog survived over 50 attempts on his life, navigated international exile, and even crossed paths with Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond. Learn about his alliances, his enemies, and the surreal life of his son, Leka, who found himself entangled in global escapades and plots to reclaim the Albanian throne.
Join us for an episode that blends historical facts with the wild, almost unbelievable tales of a king who lived through one of the most tumultuous periods in European history.
On The Dirty Lie Podcast, join hosts Adesuwa and TMT as they delve into the life and voyages of Mungo Park, famed Scottish explorer known for his exploration of the River Niger. They discuss and critique the romanticized connotation of the term 'explorer' and highlight its ties to colonial intrusions.
Taking a deep dive into Park's famous account from his book "Travels in the Interior Districts of Africa," the hosts analyze the long-standing impact of colonial misinformation like his claim of a non-existent "Mountains of Kong."
The podcast also brings up recent controversies and pop culture incidents, adding a light-hearted touch to the intense historical discourse. Join in this journey as we work together to uncover the true tales of Mungo Park.
The podcast discusses Park's inherited wealth which aided his exploration ambition, contrasting his parent's hope of him becoming a minister. The tale of Park's first journey to Africa’s interior in 1794, braving climate, diseases, and language barriers to discover more about African societies and their rich cultures, sheds light on his personal tenacity and curiosity.
Aside from recounting Park's journey, the podcast also underscores the equal humanity and respect Park attributed to African people and their cultures in his renowned book - "Travels in the Interior of Africa."
The narrative then delves into the darker aspects of these explorations: their role in resource extraction, neo-colonialism, and neo-slavery prevalent in countries around the world today. The podcast ends on a thought-provoking note, highlighting the need to question ethnocentric views while recognizing the existing connected global societies before European explorations.
Welcome to a thrilling episode of the Dirty Lie podcast where we unveil surprising and eyebrow-raising facets of Canadian history. From notorious political figures to strange duel traditions, and shockingly misguided military tactics, join us alongside our zealous Toronto-based Koj as we delve into some tantalizing yet lesser-known episodes of the Canadian past.
Uncover the controversial persona of Sir John A McDonald, Canada's first prime minister. Known for his wild antics fueled by alcoholism, his character and conduct unforgettably marked the early years of the Canadian Confederation but did not deter his crucial role in forging the national constitution. This narrative challenges ingrained stereotypes and showcases how historical figures can possess an intriguing mix of strengths and weaknesses.
Our chronicle moves onward to recount the 1808 duel between Monsieur de Grand and Monsieur le Peak, introducing a whimsical element of nakedness and highlighting the unique elements of the gentleman duel culture. We then steer the conversation towards a darker chapter of the late 50s and early 60s. Exploring the disturbing invention of the "fruit machine", we dive into a period where the fear of homosexuality was exploited and weaponized by the Canadian military, highlighting the evolution of societal norms.
Engross yourself in this captivating podcast, led by the dynamic team of Dez and Koj. Compiled with a vibrant mix of absurdity, surprise and questioning, this episode guarantees an enlightening plunge into the quirks of Canadian history.
Join hosts Dez and Mayowa as they delve into the captivating underworld of smuggling, from Fayawo during the Second World War era to its modern-day implications on Nigerian society. This episode is inspired by Fisayo Soyombo's investigative report on IBD Dende.
Timestamp facts:14.10
Dahiru Mangal:38.20
Unfolding through an in-depth conversation, unravel the mysteries of "fayawo", a common term used to denote smuggling in Nigeria, understand the roles of powerful figures, and experience the thrill of a fact-or-fiction game about legendary smuggling tales. From the life story of Tom Johnston, a daredevil smuggler involved in an audacious plot linked to Napoleon Bonaparte, to the intriguing ascent of Dahiru Mangal, a political figure alleged to have precipitated the decline of Nigeria's textile industry, this episode is filled with mind-bending revelations.
Embark on a journey with our hosts through the alleys of Nigeria's past, bearing witness to the rise of smuggling empires and their impact on the crumbled textile industry. Gain insights into untold alliances, the ruinous economy effects, and navigate with us through the paradoxical socio-political landscape of Nigeria.
Bringing together striking expose on smuggling scandals, tales of influential figures, personal experiences and a light-hearted banter on adulthood, this episode promises to be an educative and entertaining dive into Nigeria's socio-economic realities.
As we pry open the lid of power dynamics, smuggling, adulting, and scrutinize the actions of Nigerian government on financial platforms such as Binance, get ready for an immersive podcast filled with learning, laughter, and truth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to comprehend the origins and effects of Nigeria's economic challenges.
In October 1945, the Hausa and the Igbo population in the city of Jos fought one another for two days, during which at least two people were killed, many others injured, considerable property was destroyed or damaged... Part 1 gives context, Part 2 tells us about the violence that followed, and the British role in instigating the riot and fanning the flames of ethnic tension.
We discuss this and one of the deadliest Days in Bogota, Columbia
From Mark Thatcher's coup attempt in Equatorial Guinea to Alice Roosevelt getting banned from the White House.
Timestamps:
Episode kicks off 6 mins in
Mark Thatcher's coup 36 mins in
Enjoy !
Twenty years ago- The Uba Brothers, some 'Ghana-must-go bags' and the Anambra South Senatorial seat
On the 10th of July 2003, barely two months after he was sworn in as Governor, Chris Ngige is held at Gunpoint and asked to resign from office... Enjoy
Italy's Benito Mussolini fainted when Edda Mussolini was born, but did he go on to kill her husband? In Iraq Saddam Hussein's first daughter Raghad Hussein was given the nickname 'Godmother of Terror' in a newspaper, but did she support her father after he killed her husband? and in Haiti, did Marie-Denise Duvalier, threaten her father Francois Duvalier, one of the longest serving dictators of Haiti with a machine gun, to save her husband's life? Special dictator-daughter mentions; Aisha Qaddafi of Libya and Zoia Ceaușescu of Romania.
Daughters are said to hold a special place in their Dad's hearts, so what happens when the father is a Dictator?
And why all these dead husbands?
This Week's Figures:
Francois Duvalier, Saddam Hussein, Muammar Gaddafi, Benito Mussolini,(and their daughters), Hitler, Goebbels, Winston Churchill, JFK, Mohammed Al-Fayed, King Hussein
A bomb went off on Talabi street in ikeja, Lagos that bshook Nigeria to it's core.. we explore the details of this unsolved murder of the journalist, Dele Giwa
A beauty queen flies from Utah to London and kidnaps a Mormon Missionary; Another Marries El Chapo and joins the Sinaloa Cartel; Another, while 7months pregnant opens fire in broad daylight in an act of revenge.
From Miss Wyoming to Miss Venezuela: Murder, Kidnapping, and drug trafficking.. a Menacled mormon, El Chapo proposing at a pageant.. and so much more
A car chase from Kaduna to Ondo, A prostitute at the Friendship Hotel in Ebonyi, and a decade of coup participation and planning.. this episode is very typical DLP Content. Enjoy, and thank you for 50,000!
We talk about Al-Mustapha, Sergeant Rogers, Oputa Panel, Alex Ibru surviving an assassination attempt, Unsung Heroes like Francis Ede.. and on current topics.. The Bulkachawa's Antics and Chef Dami vs. Chef Hilda and stan culture embedding itself in Nigeria's politics. it's our best episode yet!
We revisit Nigeria's dark days.. We talk about Al-Mustapha, Sergeant Rogers, Oputa Panel, Alex Ibru surviving an assassination attempt, Unsung Heroes like Francis Ede.. and on current topics.. The Bulkachawa's Antics and Chef Dami vs. Chef Hilda and stan culture embedding itself in Nigeria's politics. it's our best episode yet!
We revisit Nigeria's dark days.. We talk about Al-Mustapha, Abacha, The "Strike squad" aka Abacha's Death Squad... and the people who escaped attempts on their lives.
Our Episode Commemorating June 12th is here!
TMTs dog has been kidnapped ?! and this week we're meeting Rebecca the pet raccoon who ran the white house, the chief mousers to the cabinet and their conflicts, and Mandela's prison pet...
From Chairman Mao's Hygiene, to why women in Northern Nigeria could not vote till 1979, to the first indigenous GCO in Nigeria, to the 23yr old who held the country's military in his hands... Its Trivia time with Falz and TMT battling for first to 5
This episode is a fun ride, From Chairman Mao's Hygeine, to why women in Northern Nigeria could not vote till 79', to the first indegenous GCO in Nigeria, to the 23yr old who held the country's military in his hands... all with Falz and TMT battling to get 5 correct answers first.
We examine the alleged relationship between drugs lords and some Nigerian power players …….did we say alleged? Well just in case we didn’t, allegedly.
This week is a rerun of one of out most played episodes on The Dirty Lie Podcast; it has politics, drugs, and corruption.
Did a Nigerian lawmaker's (alleged) criminal empire inspire Netflix's first blockbuster, Orange is the New Black? Were Nigerian lawmakers caught with their pants down on an official trip to the United States? And which Nigerian woman inspired the US Drug Enforcement Agency to work with multiple countries in a bid to bring down her heroin empire?
This Weeks figures: Senator Buruji Kashamu, James F. Entwistle, Marion Barry.
Charles Taylor, former President of Liberia and convicted War Criminal, had a son living in Orlando, Florida, down the road from Disneyworld who until the age of 14 did not know who his father was and went by the name "Roy". Find out how this kid grows up to become the first American man found guilty of Torture oversees, his life in exile (from Calabar to Trinidad), and his 'demon squad'
Is this the worst man who ever lived part 2?
If you thought Uday Hussein was bad.. we raise you Chucky Taylor, son of Former Liberian Leader and War Criminal, Charles Taylor.
Charity Omoruyi a.k.a Jeff Joy was on Italy's most wanted list for over a decade! Strap in for an episode on Women's rights and Women's wrongs Featuring Virginia Hill of the Chicago Mafia, Charity Omoruyi of the Nigerian Mafia in Italy, and the Queen of Harlem, Stephanie St. Claire
You might have heard about Griselda Blanco... but what about Charity Omoruyi? strap in for an episode on Women doing wrong
Theres Adamawa region in Cameroon and Adamawa state in Nigeria - why? well we get into it this week! This week we start our journey in Central Asia and end up back home with a deep dive into the mutual history of Nigeria and Cameroon. enjoy the ride !
On this episode we discuss one of Peru's most prominent cri- sorry, political families and break down two generations of power and corruption. From vote buying to outright fund diversion. Ladies and gentlemen, the Fujimoris
African sacrifice in Europes' Wars: Some incredible tales of courage and a murderous Brit that left TMT speechless
An African Soldier makes a bomb out of a milk tin,
An African Stretcher-bearer faces landmines and with bullets in his body continues carrying men on his back from the frontline to safety
and Miners go on strike in a British government owned mine in Nigeria & are Massacred...
They invade for oil, Territory, and bird poop? and what does Bola Ahmed Tinubu (BAT) have to do with this ridiculousness? enjoy this weeks bonus episode !
Some drug dealer presidents, a child trafficking president, a President caught in a road race and one who got charged to court for using Walkie Talkies? In todays 'trivia is therapy' episode.. we look at Presidents who have been charged with crimes in world history
We asked FK of ISWIS to join us for a round of trivia on Presidents from around the world who have been arrested or charged with crimes in world history!
Hey everyone,
On this episode we explore some of the most heroic women in history who share something truly interesting in common.
They were all led by prophetic vision!
Enjoy and have a lovely International Women's day!
This week, a treat for our listener's. Femco's Fakhrriyyah faces off with TMT for a round of historical trivia - Which queen had a bullet proof umbrella? Who is the first female governor in Nigeria's history? and why is the 1908 London marathon one for the books?
This week, a treat for our listener's. Femco's Fakhrriyyah faces off with TMT for a round of historical trivia
As head of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) during the early Cold War, Allen oversaw the 1953 Iranian coup d'état, the 1954 Guatemalan coup d'état, the Lockheed U-2 aircraft program, the Project MKUltra mind control program and the Bay of Pigs Invasion. He ordered the death of Patrice Lumumba, organised killings around the world.. and yet his name is unfamiliar. Today we get to know a man often described as a 'devil' (Part 2)
As head of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) during the early Cold War, Allen oversaw the 1953 Iranian coup d'état, the 1954 Guatemalan coup d'état, the Lockheed U-2 aircraft program, the Project MKUltra mind control program and the Bay of Pigs Invasion. He ordered the death of Patrice Lumumba, organised killings around the world.. and yet his name is unfamiliar. Today we get to know a man often described as a 'devil'
Our deepest dive yet into the underbelly of the CIA, American imperialism and the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, The overthrow of Iran's government, and CIA operations during the Cold War
You're on a plane and you hear the words "this is a Hijack!" What do you do? We explore four times history when planes were hijacked- who were the hijackers and why they did it. From Nigeria to Afghanistan, From Belarus to Britain.
You're on a plane and you hear the words "this is a Hijack!" What do you do? We explore four times history when planes were hijacked- who were the hijackers and why did they do it. From Nigeria to Afghanistan, From Belarus to Britain.
From world class grifts to “notes from daddy” we discuss some of the most ridiculous heists in modern history.
The Heist Episode is here, prepare yourself for corporate espionage, hacking, good ole' bank robberies, a dictator's son and even.. North Korea.
We've decided to switch things up this week! This time you get to play with us! Get a notepad and go against Dez and TMT in a special Trivia episode of The Dirty Lie Pod!. The UN Secretary General, Russian tanks, 1,000 ways to die, Voldemort, and Santa robbing a bank... Join us for a fun time, play along, and enjoy!
The most fun we've had so far, an episode packed with facts and fun and laughter, test yourself this week on the Dirty Lie Podcast !
Warning: This episode features a 'Gang of Monkeys' carting off with millions of Naira! For the last episode of the year we look at the history of three important men in the upcoming Nigerian presidential elections ! Doyin Okupe, Abdullahi Adam, and Irochia Ayu the men behind the the three leading parties in the upcoming Nigerian presidential elections.
Enjoy!
For the last episode of the year we look at the history of three important men in the upcoming Nigerian presidential elections ! Irochia Ayu, Doyin Okupe, and Abdullahi Adam, the men behind the the Three leading parties.
Chairman... where is my money?
Enjoy!
Mussolini's brain goes missing (it was the Americans!), there's a break-in at Abraham Lincolns tomb by Chicago gangsters, And we visit The Bush Presidential family, and examine their offensive yet hilarious misadventures with dead bodies. Also, How did Napoleon's penis end up in a New Jersey bedroom?
This week, Mussolini's brain goes missing (it was the Americans!), there's a break-in at Abraham Lincolns tomb by Chicago gangsters, And we visit The Bush presidential family, and examine their offensive yet hilarious misadventures with dead bodies.
Why did the British government air lift thousands of files out of Kenya ? Did they bury their secrets or did they set them on fire? Why did Britain create their own Gulag - concentration camps and detention camps and encasement of whole villages under watchtowers and barbed wired fences..? Did the Kikuyu survive? This week we discuss the Mau Mau Rebellion, a 50 year cover up, and Maxim guns being used against the Ijebu Kingdom... we look at British colonial rule and the effect of WW2 on African liberation movements!
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Facts 6: 58
Fact discussion 10:40
Mau Mau Rebellion, a 50 year cover up, and Maxim guns being used against the Ijebu Kingdom... this week we look at British colonial rule and the effect of WW2 on African liberation movements!
Welcome to another episode of The Dirty Lie Podcast!
This week, we examine the role Nigeria played in the fight against Hitler!
While Nigerian men fought in some of the most inhospitable regions during the second world war, Nigerian women fought against unfair taxation and kept the country from literally being starved by the British empire!
Now sit back and enjoy this ride through fairly recent African/World history.
Enjoy!
Spies, Prisoner exchanges, The Soviets, the Americans, The Israelis, Hamas, and Mozambique? Hello dirty lie listeners!
Pour your self a martini (Shaken not stirred) and relax as we talk you through some of the strangest real life spy exchanges in History !
Double Agents who got involved in Princess Diana's death, a drunk defector, and Swingers! yes, a married couple who went to clubs and nudist beaches to gain access to US Officials as they climbed the ranks of the CIA and DC Social circles. There's even a Rudy Giuliani cameo..
Enjoy!
Cue James Bond theme song Spies, Prisoner exchanges, The Soviets, the Americans, The Israelis, Hamas, and Mozambique? Hello dirty lie listeners!
Pour your self a martini (Shaken not stirred) and relax as we talk you through some of the strangest real life spy exchanges in History
The 1962 Electoral act made it explicitly illegal for women in Northern Nigeria to vote, women like Hajia Gambo Sawaba, a Nigerian women's rights activist, politician and philanthropist, fought tirelessly to gain the right to vote and be voted for.
Also on this week's episode:
Kofo Ademola - First black african woman to get a degree from Oxford University;
Kofo Abeni Pratt - First Black NHS Nurse and Commissioner for Health in Lagos, 1973;
Kofo Bucknor Akerele - First Deputy Governor of Lagos State in the Fourth Republic.
Nigerian Women who left their mark on world history, and they're all named Kofo ? Enjoy !
He shot his uncle, He abducted a man and made him his body double, he killed his brothers in law and He terrorized a country, yet none of these are today's facts. He called himself The Wolf, but everyone else called him the Devil. Uday Hussein, the sadistic son of Saddam Hussein, The worst man who ever walked this earth, is this weeek;s topic
He called himself The Wolf, but everyone else called him the Devil. Uday Hussein, son of Saddam Hussein, The worst man who ever walked this earth, is this weeek;s topic
Why did Nelson Mandela hideout in Nigeria? Did Nigerian soldiers participate in the liberation of Paris from Nazi Germany? and Did Nigeria kick out Barclay's Bank from the country because they did business with Apartheid South Africa? What were Nigerian Soldiers doing in Angola ? Which US President was Lambasted by Murtala Mohammed? Which UK Prime Minister came begging? and who are the Burma Boys? Nigerian History in the 60s, 70s and 80s, is incredibly rich, but this week, we look at us through the lens of Nigeria's Anti-Apartheid stance.
Key Figures: Murtala Mohammed, Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo, Joseph Wayas, Nelson Mandela, Thabo Mbeki, Baba Gana Kingibe, Henry Kissinger, President Gerald Ford, Fidel Castro, Robert Mugabe.
Did Nelson Mandela Hideout in Nigeria? Did Nigerian soldiers participate in the liberation of Paris from Nazi Germany? and Did Nigeria kick out Barclay's Bank from the country because they did business with Apartheid South Africa? What Happened in Angola? Which US President was Lambasted by Murtala Mohammed? Which UK Prime Minister came begging? Nigerian History in the 60s, 70s and 80s, is incredibly rich, but this week, we look at us through the lens of Nigeria's Anti-Apartheid stance.
Key Figures: Murtala Mohammed, Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo, Joseph Wayas, Nelson Mandela, Thabo Mbeki, Baba Gana Kingibe, Henry Kissinger, President Gerald Ford, Fidel Castro, Robert Mugabe.
Did Indian women have to pay to cover their breasts? Which European country banned facial hair for men ? and was it punishable by death to steal a Cabbage in Greece? We talk about the origins of the word Draconian - the lawmaker Draco, then the gun Draco, and even the song by American rapper Future, Draco. In an episode that lands squarely under the 'bizarre' Nigerian artist, Ajebutter 22's "Okafor's Law" makes an appearance, and TMT suggests he can beat up Nigeria's 004 in a fistfight. A warning about the language in this weeks episode- Dez and TMT were intermittent fasting.
Enjoy! and we hope to see you all at the Quramo Festival on Friday, where we'll be recording Live from Lagos(and we would have had our breakfast)!
This Friday 7th October we are speaking at Eko Hotel, for Free! at Quramo fest, you can register here -> https://www.quramo.com/register/qfest we're delving into Nigerian history - our relationship with african countries and our role in independence struggles across the continent. We will also be playing the dirty lie game! join us, it will be fun and full of information!!
Enjoy this rerun :
You may know them as Queen Nzinga, Queen Amanirenas or Queen Candace, and Ahebi Ugbabe - the Eze- This Bonus episode we talk about what is lost in translation when we speak about Africa's past - and some of the flawed and powerful monarchs who ruled.
Ahebi Ugbabe a warrant chief and only female king of colonial Nigeria who went from slave to ruler
Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba in modern day Angola who was forcibly sterilized and forced into exile but saved her people from the Portuguese
Amanirenas of the Kush Kingdom, modern day Sudan, who lost an eye, her son, and her husband in battle but managed to defeat Caesar twice, stopping the Roman Empire's expansion
And we have our first Guest! Mr Olasupo Shasore SAN, author of A platter of Gold; Nigeria's Journey to Independence, the former Attorney General of Lagos State, and the Documentarian behind The Loot and the Lost kingdoms, and so much more. Enjoy!
Italy's Benito Mussolini fainted when Edda Mussolini was born, but did he go on to kill her husband? In Iraq Saddam Hussein's first daughter Raghad Hussein was given the nickname 'Godmother of Terror' in a newspaper, but did she support her father after he killed her husband? and in Haiti, did Marie-Denise Duvalier, threaten her father Francois Duvalier, one of the longest serving dictators of Haiti with a machine gun, to save her husband's life? Special dictator-daughter mentions; Aisha Qaddafi of Libya and Zoia Ceaușescu of Romania.
Daughters are said to hold a special place in their Dad's hearts, so what happens when the father is a Dictator?
And why all these dead husbands?
This Week's Figures:
Francois Duvalier, Saddam Hussein, Muammar Gaddafi, Benito Mussolini,(and their daughters), Hitler, Goebbels, Winston Churchill, JFK, Mohammed Al-Fayed, King Hussein
Italy's Benito Mussolini fainted when Edda Mussolini was born, but did he go on to kill her husband? In Iraq Saddam Hussein's first daughter Raghad Hussein was given the nickname 'Godmother of Terror' in a newspaper, but did she support her father after he killed her husband? and in Haiti, did Marie-Denise Duvalier, threaten her father Francois Duvalier, one of the longest serving dictators of Haiti with a machine gun, to save her husband's life? Special dictator-daughter mentions; Aisha Qaddafi of Libya and Zoia Ceaușescu of Romania.
Daughters are said to hold a special place in their Dad's hearts, so what happens when the father is a Dictator?
And why all these dead husbands?
This Week's Figures:
Francois Duvalier, Saddam Hussein, Muammar Gaddafi, Benito Mussolini,(and their daughters), Hitler, Goebbels, Winston Churchill, JFK, Mohammed Al-Fayed,
This week: From a World War II prisoner of war to a UN sanctioned murder (allegedly), we meet three sons of World Leaders: Yakov Djugashvili, son of Joseph Stalin, Former Premier of the Soviet Union. Mao Anying, son of Mao Zedong, Former President of the People's Republic of China and Teodoro “Teddy” Nguema Obiang Mangue son of Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo the President of Equatorial Guinea, the longest-serving president of any country ever !
From bizarre lifestyles to brave men, from National Heroes to Daddy's Disgrace, this weeks episode is full of delightful history anf a sprinkle of current affairs. Enjoy!
This week: From a World War II prisoner of war to a UN sanctioned murder (allegedly), we meet three sons of World Leaders: Yakov Djugashvili, son of Joseph Stalin, Former Premier of the Soviet Union. Mao Anying, son of Mao Zedong, Former President of the People's Republic of China and Teodoro “Teddy” Nguema Obiang Mangue son of Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo the President of Equatorial Guinea, the longest-serving president of any country ever !
From bizarre lifestyles to brave men, from National Heroes to Daddy's Disgrace, this weeks episode is full of delightful history anf a sprinkle of current affairs. Enjoy!
Did a Nigerian lawmaker's (alleged) criminal empire inspire Netflix's first blockbuster, Orange is the New Black? Were Nigerian lawmakers caught with their pants down on an official trip to the United States? And which Nigerian woman inspired the US Drug Enforcement Agency to work with multiple countries in a bid to bring down their heroin empire?
This week on The Dirty Lie Podcast; politics, drugs, and corruption. We examine the alleged relationship between drugs lords and some Nigerian power players …….did we say alleged? Well just in case we didn’t, allegedly.
This Weeks figures: Senator Buruji Kashamu, James F. Entwistle, Marion Barry.
Did a Nigerian lawmaker's (alleged) criminal empire inspire a hollywood blockbuster?
Where Nigerian lawmakers caught with their pants down on an official trip to the United States?
And which Nigerian inspired the US Drug Enforcement Agency to work with multiple countries in a bid to bring down their heroin empire?
This week; politics, drugs, and corruption.
From Traumatized young boy, to French war hero, to Coup plotter, to President-for-life of the Central African Republic, to Emperor, to the 13th disciple of Jesus Christ. The man who called Idi Amin his big brother, Called Charles de Gaulle 'Papa', and claimed to be a direct descendant from the Pharaohs of Egypt. A man who got propped up during the Cold War era. A man who had vietnamese daughters named 'true' Martine and 'false' Martine, and 18 wives from around the world. His rise and fall (and his rule) deserves to be made into a Hollywood saga, so we started with this episode. Enjoy, and don't forget - subscribe, like, and share. This is the episode you discuss in your group chat and on the table at dinner!
This week we meet: Jean-Bédel Bokassa, Idi Amin, Lyndon B Johnson, Charles de Gaulle, Boris Johnson's many babies, and a colorful cast of characters.
A man so mad the whole episode is about him. From Traumatized young boy, to French war hero, to Coup plotter, to President-for-life of the Central African Republic, to Emperor, to the 13th disciple of Jesus Christ. The man who called Idi Amin his big brother, Called Charles de Gaulle 'Papa', and claimed to be a direct descendant from the Pharaohs of Egypt. A man who got propped up during the Cold War era. A man who had vietnamese daughters named 'true' Martine and 'false' Martine, and 18 wives from around the world. His rise and fall (and his rule) deserves to be made into a Hollywood saga, so we started with this episode. Enjoy, and don't forget - subscribe, like, and share. This is the episode you discuss in your group chat and on the table at dinner!
This week we meet: Jean-Bédel Bokassa, Idi Amin, Lyndon B Johnson, Charles de Gaulle, and a colorful cast of characters.
This week we're talking about some of the most successful sea ventures of the age of piracy. From West African Warlords to Chinese Sea empresses, we examine people who made fortunes that rival your favourite athletes ! This history of Pirates is definitely a different story than the ones on Black Sails or The Pirates of the Caribbean..
Featuring: Henry Avery, Black Caesar, Zheng Yi Sao, The Fancy, Guangdong Pirate Confederation, Queen Anne's Revenge, Blackbeard, Thomas Tew, Gunsway Heist, Ganj-i-Sawai
This week we're talking about some of the most successful sea ventures of the age of piracy. From West African Warlords to Chinese Sea Empresses, we examine people who made fortunes that rival your favourite athletes on boats!
Featuring: Henry Avery, Black Caesar, Zheng Yi Sao, The Fancy, Guangdong Pirate Confederation, Queen Anne's Revenge, Blackbeard, Thomas Tew, Gunsway Heist, Ganj-i-Sawai
If you were a pirate, what would you name your ship?
Yaraduas, Castros, Trudeaus, Sarakis, Kennedys, Bhuttos, Gandhis, Lees, Fujimoris; Political families thrive in every region in the world. Did you know you are 110 x more likely than the average person to become a politician if your parent is also a politician? This week's episode: Project Patricide, We examine some of the most dysfunctional father - child relationships that rocked the world! From Central African Coups to Egyptian dynasties, we look at people who took power that they very well could have inherited! Have fun!
Did Cleopatra's Dad behead her sister Berenice?
Did Sam Ikoku chase his dad Alvan Ikoku from the House of Assembly in Nigeria's first republic?
and Did Joseph Kabila kill his dad Laurent Kabila, to take over as leader of the Democratic Republic of Congo?
Also: Who is more eloquent, Nigerian Leaders of Past or of Present?
Listen and let us know !
Yaraduas, Castros, Trudeaus, Sarakis, Kennedys, Bhuttos, Gandhis, Lees, Fujimoris; Political families thrive in every region in the world. Did you know you are 110 x more likely than the average person to become a politician if your parent is also a politician? This week's episode: Project Patricide, We examine some of the most dysfunctional father - child relationships that rocked the world! From Central African Coups to Egyptian dynasties, we look at people who took power that they very well could have inherited! Have fun!
Did Cleopatra's Dad behead her sister Berenice?
Did Sam Ikoku chase his dad Alvan Ikoku from the House of Assembly in Nigeria's first republic?
and Did Joseph Kabila kill his dad Laurent Kabila, to take over as leader of the Democratic Republic of Congo?
Also: Who is more eloquent, Nigerian Leaders of Past or of Present?
Listen and let us know !
Inspired by our episode on African Female Kings (Nzinga & Amanirenas)- This week, three women lose their husbands and proceeded to change the course of history because they had to avenge them! One responded by erasing a tribe from the earths surface, another took on the King of France and won, and another took on the Roman Empire. But then who becomes a saint? Who loves torture devices? which two badass Ukrainian woman demonstrate the Ukrainian fighting spirit? And who makes Danaerys antics on Game of thrones look like child’s play.
Meet: Olga, Patron Saint of Widows,; Boudica, the first warrior queen of England; Jeanne de Clisson, also known as Jeanne de Belleville and the Lioness of Brittany; Mariya Oktyabrskaya aka Tank Girl
Which ukranian saint inspired some of the wildest murders in Game of Thrones? What happens when you kill a womans love or child? Genocide, overthroring kingdoms, and even a pirate adventure feature in this week's episode.
Was the largest slave revolt in the history of Barbados led by a Yoruba Man? Did Clowns take on firefighters in Toronto? Did an Opera lead to the Belgian Revolution? Since we are talking about clowns, Emefiele comes up, we talk about the europeans that got angry and ATE their prime minister, and we talk about the different ways Black people resisted slavery across the Diaspora. Tmt is running the show, Enjoy !!
This week, TMT is the captain of the ship.. and so it gets truly ridiculous. Hold on to your hats, we're talking riots !
Some successful and daring escapes, from people crossdressing to stuffing themselves inside boxes, from sitting Governors to criminals (or is that the same thing?) Tmt finds the similarities between Diepreye Alamieyeseigha and Saucy Santana, A Nigerian governor fools Scotland Yard, a CEO makes a daring escape from Japan, and enslaved black people in the deep south escape slavery in America make their way to freedom! Remember to like, share comment & subscribe, Enjoy!
This week's Figures:
Diepreye Alamieyeseigha Carlos Ghosn, Henry Brown, William and Ellen Craft.
This weeks episode we talk about some successful and daring escapes, from people crossdressing to stuffing themselves inside boxes, from sitting Governors to criminals (or is that the same thing?) Tmt finds the similarities between Diepreye Alamieyeseigha and Saucy Santana, A Nigerian governor fools Scotland Yard, a CEO makes a daring escape from Japan, and enslaved black people in the deep south make their way to freedom!
What happens when a Yoruba governor goes against his Godfather?
Why were American Senators caning themselves on the senate floor?
And what Personal feud influenced America's role in the Vietnam war?
This Week: President Obasanjo serving breakfast in true Burna Boy Fashion; LBJ, President Lyndon Johnson of America, naming his private member "Jumbo" while feuding with Bobby Kennedy; Oyo King Makers and members of parliament fighting over chairs; and American Senators canning themselves on the senate floor. Enjoy!
Figures:
Olusegun Obasanjo, Chief Adedibu, Governor Ladoja, JFK (John F Kennedy), Bobby Kennedy, Lyndon B Johnson, and Charles Sumner.
Nigerian House of Representatives members climbing gates; President Obasanjo serving breakfast in true Burna Boy Fashion; And, LBJ, President Lyndon B Johnson of America, naming his private member "Jumbo" while beefing with Bobby Kennedy. Not to mention Oyo King Makers and members of parliament fighting over chairs, and American Senators canning themselves on the senate floor. Enjoy!
t Join us in trying to get through the most revolting episode of the podcast till date. This week we deal with Tarrarre who ate live animals, Mary Toft who put animals up her vagina, and Caligula the mad emperor. This episode requires a strong stomach. Good luck !
You may know them as Queen Nzinga, Queen Amanirenas or Queen Candace, and Ahebi Ugbabe - the Eze- This Bonus episode we talk about what is lost in translation when we speak about Africa's past - and some of the flawed and powerful monarchs who ruled.
Ahebi Ugbabe a warrant chief and only female king of colonial Nigeria who went from slave to ruler
Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba in modern day Angola who was forcibly sterilized and forced into exile but saved her people from the Portuguese
Amanirenas of the Kush Kingdom, modern day Sudan, who lost an eye, her son, and her husband in battle but managed to defeat Caesar twice, stopping the Roman Empire's expansion
And we have our first Guest! Mr Olasupo Shasore SAN, author of A platter of Gold; Nigeria's Journey to Independence, the former Attorney General of Lagos State, and the Documentarian behind The Loot and the Lost kingdoms, and so much more. Enjoy!
What was the preferred method of fighting anti-colonial protest- exile, murder, poisonings, bombings or civil discourse?
Which African anti-colonial heroes did not make it to their 40th birthday because of the French Government?
What was the Mayerling Incident? Did the French kill the Crown Prince of Austria, and what is the United States of Latin Africa?
These weeks Figures:
Felix Roland Moumie, Barthelemy Boganda, Ruben Um Nyobe, Charles De Gaulle, SDECE, Rudolf the Crown Prince of Austria.
Happy birthday to dez, and also, what dirt did the french get up to in Africa? journey with us this week
Did King Leopold of Belgium's secret son get shot more times than 50 cent, lose an eye, an ear, and a hand, and live to tell the tale?
Did a girl fall 9,000ft out of a plane, into the amazon rainforest, and walk away from the crash site?
Have you ever had a terrible day? well were you struck by lightening 5 times in one night?
This week we talk about some remarkably unbelievable survival stories from history - and the story of "New York's Most fantastic Murder" the death of Michael Malloy.
Near death experiences and remarkable survivor stories, from a girl who fell out of a sky, to a man who got shot more times than 50 cent... This week we talk about people who refused to be killed, and what /who tried to kill them.
Enjoy!
This week, the Unsung Heroes of WWII, August Agboola Browne, the Nigerian stowaway who became a Polish war hero, and the first west african to record a jazz album. Josephine Baker, the first black woman to star in a motion picture who became a French spy and wrote nazi troop movements in invisible ink on her sheet music, "Mad Jack" Churchill the British soldier and POW who charged into battle playing the bagpipe and throwing grenades. We also speak about a Japanese soldier who did not believe the war was over for nearly 30years after it ended and terrorized a small village in the Philippines until 1974.
What do a french burlesque dancer, A Nigerian Jazz musician, and a Scotts bagpiper have in common? They all became heroes of WWII! This weeks episode - we celebrate the unsung heroes of the Second World War - follow us from Lagos, to France, to Warsaw, to London, and back!
And its TMT's birthday!
Did Naomi Campbell date President Hugo Chavez (and Sean P Diddy Combs?), Which African First lady called her children a 'mere coincidence', Did a President of Argentina divorce his wife for 'severe slander', and did the Chief Whip of the Nigerian Parliament, hold a 'ghost wedding' ?
Today we get into; How Charlotte the Great, A young German Princess took on powerful traditions & an arranged marriage and took over Russia. How, Folake Solanke, A young Nigerian woman took on powerful traditions & an arranged marriage and became the first Female Senior Advocate of Nigeria. And finally, how Presidential break ups (and divorces) throughout history have shaped the world.
Figures on this weeks episode: T.O.S Benson, Folake Solanke, Charlotte the Great, Hugo Chavez, Naomi Campbell, Carlos Menem, Nelson Mandela, Napoleon Bonaparte, Silvio Berlusconi, and Nicolas Sarkozy.
Enjoy!
Love has inspired wars, bloodless coups, and of course, heartbreak...
On Today's episode we talk about:
- A young German Princess took on powerful traditions & an arranged marriage and took over Russia.
- A young Nigerian woman took on powerful traditions & an arranged marriage and won her life back
- How presidential break ups have shaped the world
You’re snatched off the streets - Who did it? The CIA? Mossad? or Mohammed Buhari?
Or maybe a combination of two?
On “kidnapped!” We talk about The CIA's practice of extraordinary renditions and "erroneous renditions".
Is the 'torture queen' of the CIA now an instagram influencer?
Did Buhari, while dictator, order the kidnapping of a Nigerian dissident in London?
And who is Mossad snatching up on these streets- and why.
You're snatched off the streets, who do you think did it? - the CIA? Mossad? Scotland Yard? or Mohammed Buhari?
Or maybe a combination of two?
On "Kidnapped!" We talk about the CIA’s practice of “extraordinary renditions” and “erroneous renditions”.
Is the ‘torture queen’ of the CIA now an Instagram influencer? Did Buhari, while dictator, order the kidnapping of a Nigerian dissident in London? And who is Mossad snatching up on these streets- and why.
George W Bush now spends his time doing oil paintings, but remember when he was getting shoes thrown at him in Baghdad? Thank you for rocking with us consistently for the first month - Our gift to you.. A little bonus bit on the artistic endeavors of Saddam Hussein and George W Bush
Did a Pope write erotic novels, What is a Pornocracy? Whose dead body was put on trial, and what was the largest death sentence handed out in history? Was there a female Pope? Did two women decide who'd become Pope for over half a century? Why was Pope Stephen Strangled? Was Pope Formusos poisoned? This week's Two Truths and a Dirty Lie is a doozy.. It's true crime, history, and religion all in one. We'll go from the Vatican city, to the Netherlands, to Nigeria, to Portugal and back. This week, we're looking into some of the most bizarre tales to come out of the Vatican City. Enjoy! don't forget to leave a review, share, and subscribe
It’s time for us to talk about the Catholic Church. Did a Pope write erotica, Did Saddam Hussein? Whose dead body was put on trial, and what was the largest death sentence handed out in history? Was there a female Pope? Did two women decide who'd become Pope for over half a century? This week's Two Truths and a Dirty Lie is a doozy.. we'll go from the Vatican city, to the Netherlands, to Nigeria, to Portugal and back. Enjoy! don't forget to leave a review, share, and subscribe
This week we visit some of history's legendary scammers and bizarre scams- with hilarious consequences - Victor Lustig, Princess Caraboo, and the Original 419, the Nigerian Prince. In a world where con men and con women are elevated into pop culture - dive into some of the OGs in the game- and learn how one man scammed the American government, a Texas Sheriff, and Al Capone. Who sold the Eiffel Tower? Did someone try and sell the Taj Mahal? Who was the original white woman scammer? What are the Ten Commandments of a Con Man? All these questions and one of the first Nigerian Prince scams are investigated by your hosts Dez and Temitayo.
Who sold the Eiffel Tower? Did someone try and sell the Taj Mahal? Who was the original white woman scammer - and the first Nigerian Prince scam is investigated by Dez and Temitayo. This week we visit some of history's legendary scammers - Victor Lustig, Princess Caraboo, and the Nigerian Prince. In a world were con men and con women are celebrated in pop culture - we dive into some of the OGs in the game- and learn how one man scammed the American government, a Texas Sheriff, and Al Capone. Enjoy!
What's in a name? This week is a deep dive into Nigerian history as we discuss the people behind some of popular street names in Lagos - we touch on a murder-suicide, an undercover agent, racial segregation, power couples, we even manage a Dj Cuppy shoutout as we explore the makings of some of our nations heroes (and villains..) In a post-pandemic world we also learn how one man helped Nigeria defeat small pox, the bubonic plague, and a cult. Enjoy! Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your friends and family
This week we discuss the people behind some of the street names in Lagos - we touch on a murder-suicide, an undercover agent, racial segregation, power couples, we even manage a DJ Cuppy shoutout as we explore the makings of some of our nations heroes (and villains..) It’s our most Nigerian episode yet, Enjoy ! Don’t forget to share with your friends and family
What do Justin Trudeau, Zimbabwe, and a Cowboy from New York have in common? Did the United states invade Honduras for some bananas? Was there a President Banana? Did bananas reduce the life expectancy in Central America? and how did the Banana industry bring a whole region to it's knees? Welcome back! In Episode 2 we delve into the historical significance of bananas and their impact on our collective culture. Enjoy and please don’t forget to Subscribe & Share with your friends and family!
What do apples, exploding cigars, and toothpaste have in common? In our first we journey through some wild assassination plots from history. Did the CIA really try to kill Fidel Castro 638 times? Did British spies try to turn Hitler into a woman? and which American president loved Cuban cigars? We discuss how Churchill, and Fidel Castro escaped death, Patrice Lumumba's legacy, Strange CIA plots, and more !
What if there was a brand new podcast that dove into the endless abyss of world history and found the most bizarre stories about real people and real events so you didn’t have to!
What if there was a podcast that then made a fun drinking game out of it?
Presenting “Two Truths and a Dirty Lie” a place that exists to collect strange bits of world trivia and share them with the world!
Join us as we journey through facts, figures and weird trivia from the past