Outlaws & Gunslingers

George Metesky aka the Mad Bomber, was an American electrician and mechanic who terrorized New York City for 16 years in the 1940s and 1950s with explosives that he planted in theaters, terminals, libraries and offices. Hear all about why he did it and how he got caught! Follow us on twitter @OGMMPodcast and on instagram at outlawsandgunslingers!

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The Mexican Mafia, or La eMe, is a gang started in the California prison system in 1957. It is often regarded as the most powerful prison gang in America. Naturally, their reach extended out to the streets where they carried out brutal murders, extortion, drug dealing and any other crime that made them money. They are the subject of the cult classic 1992 film "American Me" Hear all about that and much more right here! Follow us on Twitter @OGMMPodcast and on Instagram at outlawsandgunslingers!

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In Los Angeles beginning June 3rd and lasting until June 8th was one of the most famous race riots in America during 1943. Soldiers stationed in L.A. clashed with the local Mexican population known as "Zoot Suiters" Although nobody was killed, many were injured, mainly zoot suiters. Here is the true story of The Zoot Suit Riots! Follow us on twitter @OGMMPodcast and on Instagram at outlawsandgunslingers!

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In this episode we move away from the usual bank robberies and the typical stuff we cover and take a look at what is considered America's first single incident mass shooting. On September 6th 1949, Howard Unruh loaded his gun, filled his pockets with ammunition and went on what is now known as "The Walk Of Death" In just 12 minutes, Unruh would shoot 15 people--killing 13. We will cover the events leading up to shootings, the shootings themselves and the aftermath. WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT. Follow us on twitter @OGMMPodcast and on instagram at outlawsandgunslingers!

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Erwin Walker was a police officer and WWII veteran who, after seeing the atrocities of war, decided to make sure no one else would have to fight in another one. Once out of the Army, he went on a string of armed robberies to fund the making of a radar gun which he would use to force the government to up the pay of soldiers, in turn making it so that war would no longer be profitable. However, that's just part of his story, the rest gets a little crazier. Literally. Follow us on twitter @OGMMPodcast and on instagram at outlawsandgunslingers!

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You probably don't know much about bank robber Eddie Bentz, because that's the way he wanted it. Although he was associated with well known criminals such as Baby Face Nelson and Machine Gun Kelly, he preferred to keep a low profile. It's estimated that he robbed over 100 banks in his career and he may be the smartest criminal we have covered on the show so far. So smart that FBI directer J. Edgar Hoover has said that Eddie was "the shrewdest, most resourceful, intelligent and dangerous bank robber in existence." What would make Hoover say this? Listen to find out! Stay up to date on our show by following on Twitter @OGMMPodcast!

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"Mad Dog" Wilbur Underhill Jr. was one of the most wanted bank robbers in Oklahoma and the United States during the 20's and 30's. During his criminal career, he robbed several banks, went to prison, escaped prison, killed a few people and robbed some more banks. He even teamed up with Harvey Bailey and robbed banks as "The Bailey-Underhill Gang" As usual, a lapse in judgement lead to his downfall. Hear how it all went down, only on Outlaws & Gunslingers! Follow us on twitter @OGMMPodcast or on Instagram at outlawsandgunslingers!

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Harvey Bailey was one of the most successful bank robbers of the depression era. In his career, which spanned 13 years, he actually stole more money than the more famous John Dillinger. He is thought to have robbed at least 20 banks and was also suspected of being involved in the St. Valentine's Day Massacre AND the Kansas City Massacre. This is his story! Follow us on twitter @OGMMPodcast and on instagram at outlaws and gunslingers.

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Frank Nash was a notorious 1930's bank robber, who some have called "the most successful banker robber in American history" He went to prison several times, and escaped several times. He is most remembered for his death in "The Kansas City Massacre" where Pretty Boy Floyd and two others attempted to break him out of FBI custody. After the KC Massacre, the FBI finally allowed agents to carry weapons and make arrests. Hear about all his life and various robberies right here in this episode!

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Just about every famous criminal has made Hot Springs their vacation spot. From Capone to Dillinger to just about every high level mafia figure, they all came here to relax in one of the many natural hot springs. However, this town wasn't all about peace and quiet as this was the sight of a brutal gunfight between the local police and the county sheriff's office that left several officers dead. Hear the whole story of the shootout and the rest of the town's history right here!

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