How do 6 stolen boots, a snake and drawing lots result in a man being eaten? Welcome to the horrible tale of Alexander Pearce 1790-1824. Who would eat humans... even when he strictly didn't 'need' to. Alice Fraser is a comedian and podcaster (Tea with Alice)  Iszi Lawrence is a comedian and podcaster and contributor to BBC's Making History and presenter of The British Museum Membercast.and on twitter:  Please do check out more of iszi's podcasts on  and support the show by donating to paypal here: