Al Capone: America’s Most Notorious Gangster

About this episode

This episode explores the rise of Al Capone, featuring historian Tracy Borman's insights into his dual personality.

In this episode of Forbidden History, we are joined by historian Tracy Borman. Tracy heads to Chicago to discover how Al Capone rose to infamy, from club bouncer to the most notorious gangster in history, uncovering the two sides to his personality. Cast List: Tracy Borman - Historian Tony McMahon - Historian and Author Dominic Selwood - Historian and Author Eric Meyers – Narrator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Dominic Selwood, Eric Meyers

Guest: Tracy Borman

Topics covered

• Al Capone
• gangster history
• Chicago
• infamy
• historical analysis

Keywords

• Al Capone
• gangster
• Chicago
• history
• Tracy Borman
• infamy
• historian

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Books & works: Forbidden History

Places: Chicago

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