Famous Dumpster Fires in History: The 1904 Olympic Marathon

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The 1904 St. Louis Olympics featured the strangest sporting event in history. During the marathon, runners paused for naps, got chased by dogs, went apple picking, and doped with rat poison — all while being unwitting participants in a cruel scientific experiment. * Thanks for listening! Our next episode comes out Wednesday, June 26th. * Hosted by Dana Schwartz, Zaron Burnett, Jason EnglishWritten by Lucas ReillyProduced by Josh Fisher Editing and Sound Design: Emily MarinoffMixing and Mastering: Baheed FrazierStory Editor: Marisa BrownResearch and Fact-Checking: Austin Thompson and Lucas ReillyMedal-Worthy Voice-Acting: Karl Keadle and Josh FisherOriginal Music by Elise McCoyShow Logo by Lucy QuintanillaExecutive Producer: Jason English Want to email the show? Go for it. You can reach us at [email protected]. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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