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The Shallow End

#056: Fetching Boot Theft

The Shallow End

John Elliott and Lindsay Schnebly

Society & Culture, Comedy, History

4.9612 Ratings

🗓️ 28 June 2023

⏱️ 29 minutes

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Summary

In this captivating episode of The Shallow End, we delve into two intriguing narratives that showcase the strange and unpredictable world of thieves, where fashion sense clashes with a lack of common sense, and meticulously planned heists crumble under the weight of inevitable fate. Our first story revolves around an enigmatic neighborhood thief with an impeccable fashion sense but a woeful absence of common sense. Join us as we uncover the amusing escapades of this mischievous character, who leaves behind a trail of well-dressed chaos. In the second half of our episode, we embark on a journey into the world of professional burglary and the harsh reality that no matter how meticulously crafted a plan may be, fate can play a cruel hand. Prepare to be enthralled by the true accounts of a group of clever burglars whose well-laid schemes fall prey to unexpected turns of events. Despite their ingenious strategies, these daring criminals find themselves trapped in a web of unforeseen circumstances, leading to their ultimate downfall. Through witty storytelling and insightful analysis, Schnebly and Toth unravel the mysteries surrounding these captivating tales, examining the intricate balance between fashion and folly and the relentless grip of fate on the lives of those who engage in illicit activities. Join us on this rollercoaster ride as we explore the dichotomy of audacity and destiny in the realm of thieves and burglars. So grab your headphones and prepare for a thrilling and entertaining episode that combines fashion, foibles, and the irresistible forces that shape the destinies of those who choose a life of crime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0

It began long ago. Two young boys in an American town riding their bikes to school and Little League practice. Over the years, the boys became fast friends, united in their love for stories where things would go horribly wrong. Pour yourself a strong beverage and buckle up. You're in the shallow end with

0:23.6

Schnebly and Toff. J.G., you may recall an episode or two ago, I mentioned my grade school

0:31.1

cafeteria serving potato gems. They called, instead of tater tots, and I thought it was maybe

0:37.1

like a trademark thing.

0:39.1

This morning, we got an email, Lifeguard at shallowend podcast.com, from a listener in

0:45.7

Melbourne, Australia, who said, hey, you guys, potato gems are still alive and kicking here

0:52.2

in Australia.

0:53.1

Cheers.

0:54.3

And it's actually sent a photo of a bird's eye brand Golden Crunch Potato Gems.

1:01.4

Wow.

1:02.3

Crunchy outside, fluffy inside.

1:04.6

And now ever since I've seen this photo, all I can think of is I got to get me some potato gems.

1:11.1

That's. I got to get me some potato gems. That's.

1:11.6

I got to get them all up in me.

1:13.3

Yeah.

1:13.9

God, they're so good.

1:15.1

That's one of those foods that even if, even if God and my doctor sat me down and said,

1:20.7

each potato gem is going to take a day off your life.

1:23.9

I'd be get the hell out of my face.

1:25.9

I'm eating me some potato gems.

1:27.9

It must be comforting to know that God and your doctor have a close relationship.

1:32.9

They speak regularly, I'm sure. Well, that's wonderful to know. It's good to have friends in

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