Rose's death was reported on September 30. In honor of this amazing, iconic … but also tragically-cursed athlete, we are replaying our episode from 2021 –

“Forgive Pete Rose? Fall Of A Legend” We re-open the case of Pete Rose, one of the greatest baseball players in history. He has several performance records that may never be broken. But to the surprise of all, he was permanently expelled from baseball in 1989 for gambling on the game – an activity millions of Americans do each day. This expulsion makes Rose ineligible for induction into the Hall Of Fame. Add to that the multiple statutory rape charges and tax evasion. Sympathetic heartbreaking figure? – or scum bag? We dive deep into the REAL truth behind his sudden, catastrophic downfall.

Longtime listeners will recognize our founding co-host, Kassia, on the microphone. Today, Kassia co-hosts a great podcast of her own with her partner Dylan: unburied-books.castos.com/

Here at “Scandal Sheet” WE STILL LOVE PETE ROSE and wish him deserved peace in his afterlife.

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AMAZING VIDEO VERSION: https://bit.ly/3ZJBxo6

Oh, NO you didn’t! … uhh, yeah, we did. We take on one of the most controversial, social and movie genre satire films ever made in the Hollywood studio system. 1974’s “Blazing Saddles” is known for its many racial slurs and, almost endless, “socially incorrect” and “un-woke” scenes. But 50 years later, many mainstream media sources are – today - hailing this film as a “pioneering masterpiece of social satire”. Masterpiece? Or, just a steady stream of racist/dick jokes/misogyny/farts/etc.? We’ll give you the info to help you decide for yourself. And, how many people know the movie was written by the ground-breaking black comedian, Richard Pryor? (who almost starred in the film as well).

Though made for a very, very low budget (and it shows), “Blazing Saddles” became the highest box office grossing film of the year, 1974. To help us understand and interpret this provocative comedy, Anuradha and Thad are joined by a long-time video/media producer, Joseph Long, as our featured guest. We collectively drill deep into both the - then - and the now. Check out Joe’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cruiseonloc.

We’d love to hear from you! We have a dedicated new channel on You Tube https://bit.ly/4eC3GBI where you can find all our 93 episodes. You can also find us on Patreon at patreon.com/ScandalSheet with bonus content for premium members. We’d love to have your generous support for only the price of one Starbuck’s coffee per month. Please reach out to us at scandalsheetpod.com@gmail.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on X at @scandal_sheet.

VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcE9YPfeKKg

Many people forget that the 9-11 attacks also involved the Pentagon, which for decades, was the largest office building in the world and is still a symbol of US military power since World War 2. My guest, Joe Duffus, has been a frequent guest on this podcast. In 2001, we and several others shared an office in the tallest building in Northern Virginia (only a mile and a half from the Pentagon and just over a narrow river to Washington DC, our nation’s capital). Through floor to ceiling picture windows on the 24th floor, we mutually witnessed that morning's attack on the Pentagon, which killed 184 people.

Joe works on a podcast for the best-selling author, Peter Schweizer: https://apple.co/3r3LiPf

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VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/ShaIdj40mCo

On the 23rd anniversary of the US’ greatest foreign attack since Pearl Harbor, we look back. Part 1 focuses on the World Trade Center attacks. Joined by seasoned guests – the New Yorker brothers Jason and Rob (famous for our 7/4 Nathan’s Hot Dog episode) – we dive deep into their experiences on the day itself and – then flash forward - what New Yorkers feel about the event today…over 2 decades later. Anniversary replay from 2023.

Part 2 – coming soon - focuses on the second part of the attack – the Pentagon building, just outside Washington DC. Popular past guest, Joe Duffus, joins us for that one. Stay tuned!

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*GREAT! VIDEO VERSION: https://bit.ly/3ZdVAuO

America’s favorite movie (and other countries too) is celebrating a milestone birthday. So why a scandal? Well, most people don’t know that the production of this cherished family film was fraught with many bizarre difficulties and life-threatening events for certain actors. Just a sample - Margaret Hamilton, the actress that played the Wicked Witch, received 3rd degree burns in her fire scenes that required 6 weeks of hospitalization. The 123 small people playing the “Munchkins” went more than a little crazy in Hollywood/LA with the money they were paid. And (then) 15 year old star, Judy Garland, would get hooked on the narcotics, MGM studio doctors prescribed to her. A life long addiction that resulted in her untimely death at only age 47. Great, beloved movie, yes – but with an inexplicable legacy of terrible behind-the scenes calamities. Anuradha and I cover it all for you!

Includes the (previously published) amazing “Part One” audio theater piece with our repertoire company of great actors.

Our music is composed, preformed and produced by the genius John Hoekstra. You Tube https://shorturl.at/i1Q8h SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/user-363005792

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*Bonus content for Patreon members.

My friends and I are following the yellow brick road to podcast fame. So we bring you one of our pod’s famous audio theater/cold opens. This one is about the first day of filming on, what would become – America’s – as well as, and much of the world’s - favorite movie ever. Our repertoire troop of amazingly talented actors have all collaborated to RECREATE day one of the filming of this iconic movie. This show is, of course, rigorously researched and historically accurate. Full episode coming soon. Stay tuned!

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VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/PVGDOzqPwCM

The most activist Supreme Court in US history continues its relentless conquest against the co-equal Executive and Legislative Branches. While destroying century old legal precedents, certain members also enjoy lavish, million-dollar ethics violations - without accountability or fear of prosecution. We are joined by longtime guest, DAVID GROVER, a 4 time “Super Lawyer” awardee in New York City. In his 3rd, annual Court review with us, David helps us understand some of the top cases of the term and what all this may mean for our democracy.

David’s amazing firm is Grover and Fensterstock. You can reach him at 1-866-99-LAWYER (866-995-2993), https://gfpc.us/ or email to DGrover@GroverFen.com. Mention this podcast for additional discounts.

You can now find us on Patreon at patreon.com/ScandalSheet with bonus content for premium subscribers. We’d love to have your generous support for only the price of a Starbuck’s coffee per month. Please reach out to us at scandalsheetpod.com@gmail.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on X at @scandal_sheet. We’d love to hear from you!

Who doesn’t love going to an amusement park in the summer with their kids or grandchildren? BUT – are the rides safe and are ‘express lanes’ fair and in the spirit of our democratic nation? But where did these parks come from in the first place? We send our co-host on an all-expense paid trip to one of America’s favorite parks – to investigate first hand. Back in 1955, an entrepreneur named Walt Disney made a crazy investment that everyone on Wall Street advised him not to do. He put almost every dime he had on the line ... and held his breath. It was an early theme park called, “Disneyland”. Despite early dire projections, Disney’s big gamble paid off a 10 thousand times over and so have its many sister parks. Taking Disney’s example, hundreds of theme parks, around the world, have now, collectively, become multi-trillion $$$ dollar businesses, 60+ years later. Yet…do dire scandals lie simmering beneath these places of... so-called, family happiness?

We welcome back John Hoekstra as our brilliant guest host. Like Peter Sellers in Kubrick’s “Dr. Strangelove”, he plays more than one role in this episode. A man of many talents! He also composes, preforms and produces most of our music for the pod. You Tube https://youtube.com/channel/UC2Gon6qb9ar07BP0hsNPXdA SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/user-363005792

You can now find us on Patreon at patreon.com/ScandalSheet with bonus content for premium subscribers. We’d love to have your generous support for only the price of a Starbuck’s coffee per month.

Please stay tuned for a brand new episode on the Supreme Court 2023/2024 term with 4 time NYC Super Lawyer David Grover and current co-host, Anuradha. Your next, top beach listen! Everything you want to know about the court in 40 minutes!!!

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