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Stupiracy S1 E3: The Disastrous 1904 Olympic Marathon

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In this episode of Stupiracy, Rizz and Tim dive into the sweat-drenched saga of the 1904 Olympic Marathon—a tale so wild, it'll make modern marathons look like a walk in the park. Tune in as they recount how St. Louis' sweltering summer hosted a marathon that was more survival horror than sport, featuring wild dogs, rotten apples, and bizarre "performance enhancers." It's history, but not as you know it!

Show Notes:

Overview: "Stupiracy" Episode 3 unearths the chaotic story of the 1904 Olympic Marathon held in St. Louis. From hallucinating athletes to unscheduled car rides, Rizz and Tim unwrap the most bizarre marathon in Olympic history.

Topics Discussed:

  • The shift of the 1904 Olympics from Chicago to St. Louis due to the World's Fair.
  • The unusual and hazardous conditions of the marathon including extreme heat and minimal water stations.
  • Noteworthy competitors like Fred Lores, who famously "finished" by car, and Thomas Hicks, who crossed the finish line with the aid of strychnine and egg whites.
  • Other memorable incidents involving wild dogs, rotten apples, and unintended detours.

    • Entities Mentioned:

    • 1904 St. Louis World's Fair
    • International Olympic Committee
    • Fred Lores
    • Thomas Hicks
    • Felix Carvajal
    • Len Tao

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