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Benedict Arnold: Before They Went Bad

Benedict Arnold: Before They Went Bad

FromMobituaries with Mo Rocca


Benedict Arnold: Before They Went Bad

FromMobituaries with Mo Rocca

ratings:
Length:
42 minutes
Released:
Feb 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Before his name became synonymous with treason, Benedict Arnold was a bonafide hero of the American Revolutionary War. At critical moments Arnold inspired the Patriots with his grit and determination and earned the admiration of George Washington. Despite his popularity and battlefield prowess, Benedict Arnold eventually broke bad. Mo talks with author Nathaniel Philbrick about the now-notorious military man’s twisty path to betrayal - and explores the surprising backstories of other villains including France’s Philippe Pétain and Satan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Released:
Feb 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (52)

Mo Rocca has always loved obituaries. In season 1 of Mobituaries he introduces listeners to the people who have long intrigued him—from the 20th century’s greatest entertainer … to the Civil Rights pioneer who is completely forgotten … to sitcom characters gone all too soon. Even if you know the names, you’ve never understood why they matter…until now. And if you enjoy these episodes, look for more stories of great lives worth reliving when Mobituaries returns for season 2 in fall 2019.