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Prohibition

Prohibition

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Bootleggers, speakeasies and the rise of the mob — the story of America's failed ban on alcohol.Copyright Podra Network Mondiale
Episodi
  • Bathtub Gin and Blind Tigers: The Deadly Side of Homemade Hooch

    Bathtub Gin and Blind Tigers: The Deadly Side of Homemade Hooch
    Jun 16 2026
    Explore the deadly consequences of Prohibition's underground alcohol trade in this gripping episode of Prohibition with James Hartley. Discover how the 18th Amendment didn't eliminate drinking but drove it into dangerous territory, creating a shadow economy of amateur distillers producing lethal bathtub gin and wood alcohol. Learn about blind tigers and blind pigs - the illegal establishments that served poisonous liquor to unsuspecting customers, claiming thousands of lives across America. This episode examines the tragic irony of government-mandated alcohol poisoning, where federal authorities deliberately made industrial alcohol more deadly to deter consumption. From New Year's Eve parties turned deadly to the paralysis-inducing jake leg epidemic, we uncover how Prohibition's unintended consequences disproportionately affected working-class Americans while the wealthy enjoyed safer imported liquor. Discover how cocktail culture emerged partly as survival mechanism to mask dangerous bootleg flavors, and explore the estimated 50,000 deaths attributed to poisonous alcohol during America's 13-year experiment with legislated sobriety. This compelling historical analysis reveals how Prohibition became a public health catastrophe that fundamentally changed American attitudes toward government overreach and individual liberty, offering timeless lessons about unintended policy consequences.
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    6 min
  • The Saint Valentine's Day Massacre: When the Mob War Went Too Far

    The Saint Valentine's Day Massacre: When the Mob War Went Too Far
    Jun 9 2026
    Explore one of the most shocking events of the Prohibition era in this gripping episode about the Saint Valentine's Day Massacre. On February 14, 1929, seven men were brutally murdered in a Chicago warehouse, marking a turning point in America's relationship with organized crime. Host James Hartley examines the deadly rivalry between Al Capone's South Side gang and Bugs Moran's North Side gang that led to this calculated act of violence. Discover how the massacre shocked the nation, changed public perception of bootlegger violence, and contributed to growing support for Prohibition's repeal. Learn about the key players involved, the investigation that followed, and why the case remains officially unsolved despite strong evidence of Capone's involvement. This episode analyzes how Prohibition created an environment where extreme violence could flourish and examines the lasting impact this event had on American law enforcement and culture. Perfect for history enthusiasts interested in the Prohibition era, organized crime history, and pivotal moments that shaped modern America's approach to law and order.
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    5 min
  • Al Capone's Chicago: How Prohibition Created America's Most Famous Gangster

    Al Capone's Chicago: How Prohibition Created America's Most Famous Gangster
    Jun 2 2026
    Explore the rise and fall of Al Capone, America's most notorious gangster, in this compelling episode about how Prohibition created the perfect conditions for organized crime to flourish. Host James Hartley examines Capone's transformation from a small-time Brooklyn criminal to the head of a sixty-million-dollar empire in 1920s Chicago. Discover how the Eighteenth Amendment's ban on alcohol drove the liquor trade underground, creating unprecedented opportunities for criminals willing to meet public demand. Learn about Capone's sophisticated business operations, his masterful use of public relations, and the violent reality behind his carefully crafted image. The episode covers key events including the Saint Valentine's Day Massacre, the work of Eliot Ness and 'The Untouchables,' and Capone's eventual downfall through tax evasion charges in 1931. This historical analysis reveals how well-intentioned legislation can have dramatic unintended consequences, transforming local criminals into national figures with resources rivaling legitimate businesses. Perfect for history enthusiasts, true crime fans, and anyone interested in understanding how Prohibition shaped American organized crime and continues to influence law enforcement approaches today.
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    5 min
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