When he was born, they called Frank Lentini a monster… but what did that even mean? We’ll follow his story as we learn folklore, magic, medicine, and one man’s quest for the American Dream. 

When he was born, they called Frank Lentini a monster&hellip; but what did that even mean? We&rsquo;ll follow his story as we learn folklore, magic, medicine, and one man&rsquo;s quest for the American Dream.&nbsp;

An ongoing exploration of history’s most unusual and the macabre themes. Each 13-episode season unpacks a new topic in fresh format and style. Presented and executive produced by Aaron Mahnke.
Season 1: "Sideshow", is all about the history behind one of America's most bizarre institutions, the traveling sideshow.

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Sideshow 10: Monster Medicine

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We didn’t become fascinated with the Wild West until Hollywood gave us gunfights at high noon and heroic outlaws. 

We didn’t become fascinated with the Wild West until Hollywood gave us gunfights at high noon and heroic outlaws.

The Wild West 13: Hollywood

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 When we think of the Wild West, we conjure up certain characters in our imaginations. But none are more iconic than the outlaw.

When we think of the Wild West, we conjure up certain characters in our imaginations. But none are more iconic than the outlaw.

The Wild West 12:  Outlaws

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Hollywood portrays the Wild West as a tough man’s world. Yet, there were some who refused to be labeled. 

Hollywood portrays the Wild West as a tough man’s world. Yet, there were some who refused to be labeled.

The Wild West 11: Gender in the West

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