Rotten to the Core

48: Peter Scully: Thief of Innocence

This is rough, but I want to use it to educate everyone on just how big of a problem child trafficking truly is. There are so many in power who are helping to fuel this horrific crime, and as long as they have the shadows to dwell in, they will never come to justice.He is, by far, the most rotten person we have covered. I did not want to do it at first, but I kept thinking about all of those poor babies who are victims of human trafficking, and this is the only way I know to try to help them.Join me as we shine the light brightly on them and learn about the most Rotten Human that I believe has ever existed, Peter Scully.Visit me online at itsrottentothecore.com

47: Dr. Seuss: Rotten Eggs & Ham

The more that you listen, the more you will know. A man who was Rotten, Oh, say it ain’t so!We grow up thinking we know all there is to know about a person, but little do we know that they were nothing but a rotten apple right under our noses.He has gone down in history as a popular author of children’s books, but there was a darker side to the man who put a cat in a hat.Aside from not actually liking kids, to being a racist. There is so much to unfold in the book about the Not-So-Dr. Seuss!Support the show at http://Patreon.com/itsrottentothecoreVisit us online at: Rotten to the CoreEpisode Sponsor:Head to http://FACTORMEALS.com/Rotten50 and use code Rotten50 to get 50% off!

46: Hans Schmidt: Prey for Salvation

We all know that it takes a lot for a priest to get into trouble. They do all sorts of rotten things and end up with only a smack on the wrist and a relocation to another church. The sins of the priest in our lesson today were numerous and eventually led to him being the first priest executed in the United States. Let’s take a peek through the mirror and see how a man can claim to be called on by God, only to turn out to be a rotten, cold-blooded killer named Hans Schmidt.Support the show at http://Patreon.com/itsrottentothecoreVisit us online at: Rotten to the Core

45: Mother Teresa: Saint it isn’t So

I ain’t no saint, but the lady we will learn about today sure is.She helped the poor, fed the dying, and is now prayed to by millions, but her life wasn’t all Godly!She also believed that suffering was necessary and her true mission was more of conversion than compassion.Grab tight to your rosary beads because today we will be peering through the holes of the holy Mother Teresa.Visit me at itsrottentothecore.comSupport the show on Patreon!

44: Emperor Elagabalus

We’ve been getting kinda heavy with our last few Rotten lessons. This one is more lighthearted. Rotten comes in many shapes and sizes and doesn’t always have to mean death and destruction. Oftentimes in can be things that are done in excess that make one forgo their responsibilities. Our topic is all about Emperor Elagabalus and how their lifestyle caused an attempt to erase them from history. I mean, would any of us be prepared to rule an empire in our teens? I would have done similar rotten things too! Support the show on Patreon! Visit me online at Rotten to the Core

43: Bonnie & Clyde: The Original Ride or Die

A lot of us have heard people call someone their “ride or die,” but what would they really do if it came to actually being unalived? The couple in our lesson for today is the original ride-or-die, and they really meant it. A young, outlaw couple who spent their short time together breaking and running from the law. They ultimately met an untimely demise and ended up more holy than a Swiss cheese factory. The short life and relationship of Bonnie and Clyde was dangerous, sad, and, yes, a little rotten. Let’s learn about them and see what lesson we can pull from their red-flag-filled love story. Find us on all podcasting platforms Rotten to the Core Support the show at http://Patreon.com/itsrottentothecoreVisit us online at: Rotten to the Core

Maze of Secrets

...1 eerie corn maze......9 haunting figures......9 spine-tingling tales......Will YOU find your way out? This holiday season, step into a labyrinth of shadows and suspense with Shane Waters as your guide. In this chilling collaboration, you'll encounter the hosts of 9 acclaimed true crime podcasts, each offering a dark tale and a life lesson to send shivers down your spine. This is not just a special episode; it's an immersive journey through a maze of twisted paths and unsolved mysteries. So, lift your lantern high and venture into 'Maze of Secrets'... ...but be warned... ...not everyone makes it to the end… Prepare to get lost in the stories, but find yourself in their lessons. It's an odyssey of crime, mystery, and eerie life lessons that you won't soon forget. This is Shane’s 5th holiday collaboration. If you dare to walk this twisted path with us, you're in for a night you'll never forget. Are you ready? Podcasts are listed here in order of appearance: FrightfulMaroonedRotten to the CoreMurder, She ToldObscuraCrimelinesOnce Upon a CrimeThe Trail Went ColdFoul Play: Crime Series Listen to the other holiday collaborations here.

42: Carl Panzram: The River Pirate

Some say that everyone is just a product of their upbringing—the grand debate between nature vs. nurture. We have learned in our past lessons that this is very true. Some of our rotten people seem to have been born bad, while others succumb to their horrible circumstances. Our Rotten man today, at least to me, seems to be both. He was a man who was born rotten and, because of the trauma that was inflicted upon him, let that rot spread not only throughout his whole identity but into others as well. He reminds me of that old saying, “One bad apple spoils the bunch,” because he spoiled the lives of so many, and sadly, most of them are lost to history. Come with me, and let’s attempt to cut out some of the rot that was Carl Panzram. You can join Shane and Josh’s facebook group here:Shane & Josh’s Rabbit Hole: For the Curiously Minded | Facebook Find us on all podcasting platforms Rotten to the Core Support the show at http://Patreon.com/itsrottentothecore Visit us online at: Rotten to the Core

41: Vladimir Putin: Rewarded for Betrayal

I love a good rags-to-riches story, but what about a rags-to-viscous one? Our current history episode this week is about a poor boy who grew up to become a dictator. I mean president! This is one sneaky fella, and his history is as jumbled as a fishbowl of keys after a party. No, I’m not Putin you on! Vladimir Putin is mysterious, corrupt, and 100% Rotten. You can join Shane and Josh’s facebook group here:Shane & Josh’s Rabbit Hole: For the Curiously Minded | Facebook Find us on all podcasting platforms Rotten to the Core Support the show at http://Patreon.com/itsrottentothecore Visit us online at: Rotten to the Core

40: Richard Nixon: Tricky Dicky

On August 8, 1974, Dick Nixon hosted a press conference and gave his resignation speech. It is the only time a president of the United States has resigned, and he did it to keep his remaining secrets hidden. The next day, President Gerald Ford was sworn into office and pardoned Nixon for all of his crimes. Dick got away scot-free and decided to end his career as what he called a fighter. President Dick wasn’t the worse leader that we’ve had, but he certainly seemed to be a crook. I like to blame Dick in part for the normalization of lies and scandals and attempting to cover them up. Making him Rotten to the Core! Find us on all podcasting platforms Rotten to the Core Support the show at http://Patreon.com/itsrottentothecore Visit us online at: Rotten to the Core