Tempus Tales

Victor Lustig wasn’t just a con artist, he was a master of persuasion who sold dreams, illusions, and even the Eiffel Tower itself. In this episode, we uncover the life of the world’s most charming liar, the man who fooled gangsters, governments, and millionaires with nothing but confidence and a smile.

The guns fall silent, but the scars remain. In this final part, we return to the human cost of the Iran–Iraq War, the homes, the families, and the years that could never be returned. Through my father’s memories as a soldier and my mother’s experience as a civilian, we reflect on survival, loss, and what it means to rebuild when the war finally ends.

The war has begun, and the desert becomes a graveyard of youth. Cities burn and soldiers fall in a conflict neither nation could escape. Part two explores the brutal reality of the Iran–Iraq War with personal reflection from my father’s experience, offering a grounded human perspective.

In the shadow of revolution, a border clash ignited a conflict that would scar a generation. Iraq and Iran marched into a war fueled by pride, fear, and destiny. This is how it began and why it could not be stopped.

Victory is never the end. In part two of the Spanish-American War, the flags are lowered, the treaties are signed, and a new world begins to take shape, one that will define the century to come.

Cuba’s struggle sparked a global turning point. Spain’s empire trembled, America awakened, and history bent in a new direction. This is the story of the war that changed everything.

In this bonus episode of Tempus Tales, we uncover the disturbing true story of the 2004 Pitcairn Island Trials, a scandal that shattered the idyllic image of one of the world’s most isolated communities. From its mutineer roots to the dark truths that emerged centuries later, this tale weaves colonial history, generational trauma, and the pursuit of justice in a place time forgot. Leave a review and follow for more.

Francesco Castiglia also known as Frank Costello. The man that dined with senators, whispered to mayors, and controlled the criminal empire without ever pulling a trigger. Frank Costello “The Prime Minister of the Underworld” was the mobster who didn’t look like a mobster. In this gripping episode of Tempus Tales, we trace Costello’s rise from East Harlem street kid to one of the most politically connected crime bosses in American history. From the smoky backrooms of Tammany Hall to the flashing cameras of the Kefauver hearings, this is a tale of diplomacy, danger, and the delicate balance between crime and politics. Featuring historical quotes, dramatic storytelling, and real transcripts, we uncover how Costello shaped and survived the golden age of organized crime. This is a shorter bonus episode. Leave me your review and i wil make more in depth episode soon. Thank you for listening and leaving feedback. Until next time history enjoyers.

In this episode of Tempus Tales, we venture into the heart of the Darién Gap a 100-mile stretch of unforgiving jungle that has defeated colonists, challenged explorers, and now swallows thousands of migrants each year. From Scotland’s doomed New Caledonia colony to the modern migration crisis, this is the story of a place where nature reigns and history hides beneath the leaves.

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History isn’t just something we read about in textbooks, it’s alive. It shapes our world, fuels our conflicts, and defines the people we admire or despise. Welcome to Tempus Tales, the podcast where we uncover the untold stories behind the most influential moments and figures in modern history. From revolutions and assassinations to groundbreaking innovations, we connect the past to the present because history isn’t over, it’s still unfolding. This is the pilot episode where i speak about the podcast and what it will include. I'm very excited about starting this pod and truly grateful for you joining me, if you have any question or ideas, tweet me. @tempustalespod.