The Compendium: An Assembly of Fascinating Things

The Santa Claus Bank Robbery Blunder

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December 18, 2023 11:00pm

54m

In this episode, we're unwrapping a Christmas tale that's more shocking than charming - The Santa Clause Bank Robbery. We voyage back to Christmas, 1927 in Texas, a time of joy and celebration, When a bizarre story of how a jolly Santa Claus turned criminal mastermind orchestrated one of the most infamous bank heists in American crime history. It's a story filled with twists, turns, and a ho-ho-whole lot of drama.

Join us, Kyle and Adam, as we dive into this tale about how this heist went down and the chaos it left in its wake. We're talking about everything from the meticulous planning to the wild getaway - trust us, it's like something straight out of a movie. If you thought your Christmas family gatherings were chaotic, wait until you hear about this historical Texas bank heist. So, grab your hot cocoa, settle in, and let’s get into the holiday spirit, Compendium style!

We give you the Compendium, but if you want more, then check out these great resources:
1. "When Santa Went Rogue: The 1927 Texas Bank Heist" - Book
3. "Santa Claus Bank Robbery" - Wikipedia


Host & Show Info

  • Hosts: Kyle Risi & Adam Cox
  • About: Kyle and Adam are more than just your hosts, they’re your close friends sharing intriguing stories from tales from the darker corners of true crime, the annals of your forgotten history books, and the who's who of incredible people.
  • Intro Music: Alice in dark Wonderland by Aleksey Chistilin


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