Stupiracy S1 E1: Napoleon’s Penis

The Rizzuto Show

Join Scott Rizzuto and Tim McKernan for a deep dive into one of the most important anecdotes of historical lore. In our very first episode, we explore a peculiar aspect of Napoleon Bonaparte's life that never made it to your history textbooks. We're talking about his most private part—yes, his penis. How did a part of a French emperor end up in New Jersey? Tune in to uncover this absurd journey from the battlefields of Europe to a collector’s bedroom in the Garden State.

Topics Discussed:

• Introduction to "Stupiracy" and its focus on stupid history and conspiracy theories.
• The historical figure of Napoleon Bonaparte: His rise and fall.
• The peculiar story of Napoleon's penis:
• How it was allegedly removed and preserved.
• Its journey across the world from Corsica to New Jersey.
• The various owners of this bizarre relic over the centuries.
• Detailed discussion on the implications of Napoleon's height and how myths can overshadow historical facts.
• The impact of the Napoleonic Wars on Europe and Napoleon’s strategies.
• The Louisiana Purchase and its connection to Napoleon's financial needs.
• Napoleon's exile and return, and his final defeat at Waterloo.
• An overview of Napoleon's personal and romantic life.

Entities Mentioned:

• Napoleon Bonaparte
• Corsica
• New Jersey
• Museum of French Art, New York
• Dr. John Lattimer
• French Military Academy
• Battle of Waterloo
• Elba and Saint Helena
• Louisiana Purchase
• Josephine Bonaparte
• Marie-Louise of Austria
• Napoleon II
• British and Prussian military forces
• Louis XVIII of France

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