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- Nov 23, 2023
- 1:22:06
- Full Episode
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On today’s episode, Georgia tells the story of boxer Sonny Liston and Karen covers disgraced plastic surgeon Anthony Pignataro.
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Brief Summary
Dr. Anthony Pignotaro's botched surgery kills patient Sarah Smith, leading to his conviction, and later, he poisons his wife Debbie with arsenic.
Key points
- The Ghost Train Fire Documentary. A haunting documentary about the 1979 Ghost Train fire in Sydney that killed six people.
- Korean Skincare Secrets. Discover the multi-step Korean skincare routine for achieving glass skin.
- Sonny Liston's Tragic Childhood. Sonny grew up in extreme poverty and faced abuse, shaping his future struggles.
- The Fight of the Century. In September 1962, Sonny Liston knocks out Floyd Patterson in the first round, shocking the audience.
- A Heartbreaking Return. After winning the heavyweight championship, Sonny returns home to no fanfare, leaving him deflated.
- The Rise of Muhammad Ali. After his rematch with Floyd, a young Cassius Clay challenges Sonny, setting the stage for a historic rivalry.
Episode highlights
- The Ghost Train Fire DocumentaryA haunting documentary about the 1979 Ghost Train fire in Sydney that killed six people.“It's the worst one I've ever heard.”4:44Nov 23, 2023
- Korean Skincare SecretsDiscover the multi-step Korean skincare routine for achieving glass skin.“It's like you're sitting there... this truly is self-care.”10:40Nov 23, 2023
- Sonny Liston's Tragic ChildhoodSonny grew up in extreme poverty and faced abuse, shaping his future struggles.“He made mistakes, but he was also mistreated by his father, mistreated by his managers, and mistreated by the press.”22:07Nov 23, 2023
- The Fight of the CenturyIn September 1962, Sonny Liston knocks out Floyd Patterson in the first round, shocking the audience.“Sonny knocks Floyd out in the first round and the audience is eerily silent when it happens.”38:14Nov 23, 2023
- A Heartbreaking ReturnAfter winning the heavyweight championship, Sonny returns home to no fanfare, leaving him deflated.“Instead, there's a smattering of reporters and no other fanfare.”38:49Nov 23, 2023
- The Rise of Muhammad AliAfter his rematch with Floyd, a young Cassius Clay challenges Sonny, setting the stage for a historic rivalry.“A 21-year-old heavyweight contender named Cassius Clay jumps in the ring, calling the fight a disgrace.”40:13Nov 23, 2023
- Sonny Liston's Mysterious DeathGeraldine finds Sonny dead at home, leading to speculation about foul play.“I walked in and the house was smelling really bad.”51:18Nov 23, 2023
- A Nightmare SurgerySarah wakes up during her surgery, leading to a tragic outcome.“Oh, no.”1:03:50Nov 23, 2023
Tension
85/ 100High tension
