Death by Exploding Playing Cards - UI Podcast #034

Useless Information Podcast

Airwave Media Podcast Network

History, Comedy, Society & Culture

4.6 • 1.8K Ratings

🗓️ 7 June 2010

⏱️ 19 minutes

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Summary

William Kogut decided to end his life using a deck of ordinary playing cards. That may seem impossible, so listen to this true story from 1930 to learn exactly how he did it. Also find out which popular hairstyle was started by a woman named Barbara Terry, a doctor who dropped dead during surgery, the parking meter mystery, and why you should never request the personalized "NO PLATE" license plate. Retrosponsor: Energine Shoe White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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