In his heyday, the story goes, Arrhichion of Phigalia was a renowned pankration champion, a brutal sport of the ancient Olympics. But he was getting on in years, and his days at the top seem numbered. In today's episode, the guys explore the strange series of circumstances that led to Arrhichion's final, fatal match -- and how, after death, he was declared victorious one last time.
Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

CLASSIC: How Oliver Cromwell Got Executed Several Years After His Death
26:40

The Bizarre Life of Elvis, Part Two: Public Fame, Private Chaos
36:17

The Bizarre Life of Elvis, Part One: From Poverty to Pop Stardom
31:51