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Dive into the gripping narrative of Thieves Like Us, also known as Your Red Wagon. Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, it tells the story of Bowie Bowers, a young prison escapee who, along with two accomplices, sets his sights on a daring bank heist. As plans unravel, Bowie finds himself entangled in a passionate love affair with Keechie, a relative of one of his partners in crime. This classic noir tale of doomed lovers on the run has been immortalized in film not once, but twice. Originally by Nicholas Ray in 1940s They Live By Night and later by Robert Altman in 1973s ...

Delve into the captivating life story of a former thief and burglar, as told in his own words. Fresh out of his third stint in prison, he initially sought to expose the harsh realities of state institutions through the media, driven by vengeance and a burning desire to unveil what he perceived as a systematic crime against humanity. As his narrative unfolds, revealing a life steeped in the underworlds deceit and danger, it becomes evident that this man is not just your typical criminal. Hes a man of exceptional intellect and a knack for impactful storytelling. This autobiography, crafted ...

Amidst a wartime brass rationing, a cunning thief is plundering from a factory. It falls to the dynamic Penny Parker to unravel this mystery through a chain of thrilling escapades. Tune in to follow her journey. - Summary by Amanda Leung

In a secret meeting in 1981, a master thief named Louis Royce gave career gangster Ralph Rossetti the tip of a lifetime. As a kid, Royce had visited the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and made a habit of sneaking in at night to find a good place to sleep. He knew the Museum's security was lax, and he gave this information to a boss of the Boston criminal underworld. It took years before the Museum was hit. But when it finally happened, it quickly became one of the most infamous art heists in history.

Step into the world of A.J. Raffles, the cunning gentleman thief, in Thief in the Night. Set in Victorian England, this collection of stories follows the charming and elusive burglar as he outsmarts high society and law enforcement alike. With wit, deception, and a touch of humor, Raffles proves that crime can sometimes be an art. Will his luck hold, or will he finally meet his match? A must-listen for fans of mystery and classic crime fiction.

Experience the gripping tale of redemption in "The Autobiography of a Thief" by Hutchins Hapgood. This podcast explores the life of a thief who seeks to reform and change his ways, offering a powerful narrative of crime and transformation.

A 'Movies by Minutes' podcast analyzing the 1991 Kevin Reynolds/Kevin Costner film 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' one minute of screentime per episode. Hosted by Travis Bow (Reel Comic Heroes, Watchmen Minute)

A creative world building exercise led by brothers Michael and Greg Starks, in which they attempt to build fantasy and sci-fi worlds every week using only three words as the basis. Good, bad, and ugly ideas are all welcome here.

Exploring real life Art Crimes

In a world where emotions are disappearing, selling the tears containing these emotions has become a thriving industry. Alongside this enterprise and its harvested tears, a black market offers wild tears culled from unsuspecting donors for very personal use. Baldassario, the tear thief, is a virtuoso in this field. The greatest challenge of his career brings with it a most unexpected journey. "The Tear Thief" is a novella written as part of the Emotein art project. The www.emotein.com site presents the other creations associated to the work including video, photos, design, music, a play and ...

Jamie has been forced to watch SPN for Beth and now she’s stealing the podcast back for you.

A Gentle Thief is a fictional podcast, written and performed by Amanda Dickson, inspired by real events involving the death of a young girl and her parents' desperate and relentless attempt to have her death certificate changed from suicide to homicide. Get the full story here: https://www.amazon.com/Gentle-Thief-Amanda-Dickson-ebook/dp/B005IE7X2G Attorney Sophie Brownlie is given the case her first week with the law firm of Day Openshaw. She becomes passionate in her attempt to help the family prove that their daughter did not kill herself. But if she didn't, who did? Her ex-husband? Her new ...

Skullduggery, heresy, and the power of type… Venice, 1503: Bartolomeo is an ambitious apprentice in the workshop of the legendary Teobaldo Manuzio, better known to history as Aldus Manutius. Fate takes a daring turn when Bartolomeo impulsively absconds with a beautiful typeface commissioned exclusively for the Pope. Fleeing the narrow alleyways and canals of Venice, he seeks refuge over the mountains in Habsburg Austria. There he meets Ilse, a goldsmith’s daughter with ambitions of her own… Against the backdrop of a continent in turmoil, Type Thief spins a mesmerising tale of ambition, ...

Vienna Art Thieves is about saying yes, opening doors, and inviting others to be in on the secret, too. It is about being daring, resourceful, and game for the adventure of life. Follow us into the City of Secrets, letting your imagination lead the way as you step across thresholds and peer behind walls. Leave behind the world of must-dos and to-dos and enter a realm of play, where everything is possible. This is Vienna: a city of palaces and passageways; hidden courtyards and priceless treasures; mysteries and enigmas behind every wall and below every cobblestone. In this city, we all have ...

Dive into another thrilling tale by R. Austin Freeman that features the fascinating character of Dr. Thorndyke, a man who masterfully blends the expertise of a doctor, a lawyer, and an investigator. In this captivating narrative, Dr. Thorndyke finds himself in the midst of an intricate murder mystery involving an extraordinary criminal. Alongside the suspense, the story is also laden with romantic intrigue and unexpected twists involving the key characters. (Summary by Howard Skyman)

As A Thief In The Night by R. Austin Freeman. As one of the many stories written by R. Austin Freeman this book includes the most interesting character of Dr. Thorndyke. He commands the skills of a doctor, a lawyer and an investigator all rolled up into one remarkable man. In this case he must solve a murder mystery perpetrated by a most unusual criminal. There is also love and intrigue at play involving the other main characters.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/as-a-thief-in-the-night-by-r-austin-freeman--6718042/support.

Step into the world of the supernatural with Ghost Tag, a thrilling podcast uncovering real-life ghost stories, unexplained hauntings, and chilling paranormal events. Each episode, we explore the mysteries behind ghost sightings, featuring expert insights, historical hauntings, and first-hand encounters. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, join us as we unravel the truth about the world of spirits. Are you ready to face the unknown?📨instagram：https://www.instagram.com/_storythief_/📳LINE：@730qiort👻 #Ghosts #Paranormal #Hauntings #Supernatural Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

The Exceptional Thieves podcast presents their new special series Turns of Frase, where Sam and Isaac watch and review the entire filmography of Brendan Fraser! Listen to our recent series' reviewing Daniel Craig and Brenton Thwaites.

I met the ex-pickpocket and burglar whose autobiography follows soon after his release from a third term in the penitentiary. For several weeks I was not particularly interested in him. He was full of a desire to publish in the newspapers an exposé of conditions obtaining in two of our state institutions, his motive seeming partly revenge and partly a very genuine feeling that he had come in contact with a systematic crime against humanity. But as I continued to see more of him, and learned much about his life, my interest grew; for I soon perceived that he not only had led a typical thief's ...

I met the ex-pickpocket and burglar whose autobiography follows soon after his release from a third term in the penitentiary. For several weeks I was not particularly interested in him. He was full of a desire to publish in the newspapers an exposé of conditions obtaining in two of our state institutions, his motive seeming partly revenge and partly a very genuine feeling that he had come in contact with a systematic crime against humanity. But as I continued to see more of him, and learned much about his life, my interest grew; for I soon perceived that he not only had led a typical thief's ...