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  • Lambert Simnel: The 10-Year-Old Con Artist Who Nearly Stole the English Throne
    Welcome back to Bloomin’ Legends! The podcast where we uncover the wildest, most legendary, and unbelievable true stories from history!In this episode, Johnny Vaughan and Gavin "The Woodman" Woods unravel the absurd tale of Lambert Simnel, a pint-sized pretender who was plucked from obscurity and paraded across Europe as a royal heir. Backed by foreign armies and Yorkist plotters, this kitchen boy turned fake prince came this close to becoming King of England.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:👑 A Kid with a Crown – How a 10-year-old was coached to impersonate royalty⚔️ Rebellion and Royal Deception – The full bonkers story of the Battle of Stoke Field🫅 Henry VII’s Shock Response – Why the real king didn’t execute this tiny traitor🥧 From Throne to Kitchen – How Simnel went from fake monarch to royal banquet servantBloomin’ Legend or Not?At the end of the episode, we decide: Was Lambert Simnel a true Bloomin’ Legend? Or just a puppet in history’s weirdest royal scam?🎥 Watch the full episode on Radio X’s YouTube channel!Join the Conversation!📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends📩 Got your own legendary story? Whether epic, absurd, or just plain bonkers, send it to [email protected] and we’ll decide if it’s Bloomin’ Legendary or not!👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more people discover Bloomin’ Legends!Listen now to all episodes on Global Player.Download Global Player from your app store or visit www.globalplayer.comThis is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough.Executive Producer: Chris Janes
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  • Shep Gordon: The Rock’n’Roll Supermensch Who Made Stars, Mayhem & Maui Magic
    Welcome back to Bloomin’ Legends! The podcast where we uncover the wildest, most legendary, and unbelievable true stories from history!In this episode, Johnny Vaughan and Gavin "The Woodman" Woods dive into the outrageous life of Shep Gordon - the Hollywood super-agent who turned Alice Cooper into a rock god, hung out with Hendrix, cooked for the Dalai Lama, and somehow survived it all to tell the tale.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🎸 Master of Mayhem – How Shep invented shock-rock and made Alice Cooper a global icon🎤 Famous Friends & Wild Parties – From Jimi Hendrix to Janis Joplin to Salvador Dalí🍽️ The Godfather of Celebrity Chefs – Why Shep turned gourmet cooking into big business🌴 Maui’s Chillest Mensch – His bizarre path from rock chaos to spiritual calm in HawaiiBloomin’ Legend or Not?At the end of the episode, we decide: Was Shep Gordon a true Bloomin’ Legend? Or just the luckiest guy in showbiz?Join the Conversation!📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends📩 Got your own legendary story? Whether epic, absurd, or just plain bonkers, send it to [email protected] and we’ll decide if it’s Bloomin’ Legendary or not!👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more people discover Bloomin’ Legends!Listen now to all episodes on Global Player.Download Global Player from your app store or visit www.globalplayer.comThis is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough.Executive Producer: Chris JanesCommissioning Editor: Chris Lander
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  • The Oversteegen Sisters: The Teenage Assassins Who Took Down Nazis with Bicycles & Pistols
    Welcome back to Bloomin’ Legends! The podcast where we uncover the wildest, most legendary, and unbelievable true stories from history!In this episode, Johnny Vaughan and Gavin "The Woodman" Woods uncover the astonishing story of the Oversteegen Sisters - two Dutch teenagers who joined the resistance against the Nazis, lured soldiers into the woods… and never let them walk back out. Forget homework, these girls were busy saving their country.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🚲 Bikes, Lipstick & Bullets – How two teenage girls became deadly resistance fighters🎯 Honey Traps with a Twist – The shocking ways they ambushed unsuspecting Nazis⚔️ Fearless & Ruthless – Why they risked everything to stand up against the German occupation🏅 Forgotten Heroes – How history nearly overlooked these incredible young womenBloomin’ Legend or Not?At the end of the episode, we decide: Were the Oversteegen Sisters true Bloomin’ Legends? Or just brave kids caught up in a terrifying time?Join the Conversation!📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends📩 Got your own legendary story? Whether epic, absurd, or just plain bonkers - send it to [email protected] and we’ll decide if it’s Bloomin’ Legendary or not!👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more people discover Bloomin’ Legends!Listen now to all episodes on Global Player.Download Global Player from your app store or visit www.globalplayer.comThis is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough.Executive Producer: Chris JanesCommissioning Editor: Chris Lander
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  • Simón Bolívar: The Sword-Swinging Liberator Who Took on an Empire
    Welcome back to Bloomin’ Legends! The podcast where we uncover the wildest, most legendary, and unbelievable true stories from history!In this episode, Johnny Vaughan and Gavin "The Woodman" Woods ride through the revolutionary life of Simón Bolívar. The fiery freedom fighter who took on the Spanish Empire and liberated half a continent with sheer willpower, political cunning, and a whole lot of marching.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:⚔️ The Latin American Gamechanger – How one man reshaped the fate of nations🗺️ Six Countries, One Vision – Why Bolívar wasn’t just fighting Spain—he was building a legacy🥵 Jungle Battles & Frostbitten Marches – The brutal campaigns that almost broke him (but never did)👑 The Revolutionary Who Could’ve Been King – And why he walked away from it allBloomin’ Legend or Not?At the end of the episode, we decide: Was Simón Bolívar a true Bloomin’ Legend? Or just a glory-hungry general with good PR?Join the Conversation!📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends📩 Got your own legendary story? Whether epic, absurd, or just plain bonkers - send it to [email protected] and we’ll decide if it’s Bloomin’ Legendary or not!👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more people discover Bloomin’ Legends!Listen now to all episodes on Global Player.Download Global Player from your app store or visit www.globalplayer.comThis is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough.Executive Producer: Chris JanesCommissioning Editor: Chris Lander
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  • Steve Irwin: The Wildlife Warrior Who Wrestled Crocs & Won Hearts Worldwide
    Welcome back to Bloomin’ Legends! The podcast where we uncover the wildest, most legendary, and unbelievable true stories from history!In this episode, Johnny Vaughan and Gavin "The Woodman" Woods dive headfirst into the fearless, full-throttle life of Steve Irwin. The khaki-clad Aussie who made wrestling crocodiles look easy, turned wildlife conservation into prime-time TV, and stole the hearts of millions while risking his own.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🐊 From Zoo Kid to Global Star – How a love of animals turned into a one-man wildlife empire🎥 The Crocodile Hunter Era – The show that redefined nature telly and made “Crikey!” a catchphrase🦘 Death-Defying Antics – Why Steve pushed the limits in the wild—again and again💔 A Sudden End, A Lasting Legacy – The tragic death that shocked the world and the foundation that lives onBloomin’ Legend or Not?At the end of the episode, we decide: Was Steve Irwin a true Bloomin’ Legend? Or just a danger junkie with a camera crew?Join the Conversation!📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends📩 Got your own legendary story? Whether epic, absurd, or just plain bonkers, send it to [email protected] and we’ll decide if it’s Bloomin’ Legendary or not!👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review to help more people discover Bloomin’ Legends!Listen now to all episodes on Global Player.Download Global Player from your app store or visit www.globalplayer.comThis is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough.Executive Producer: Chris JanesCommissioning Editor: Chris Lander
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About Bloomin' Legends with Johnny Vaughan & Gavin Woods

Join mates Johnny Vaughan and Gavin Woods as they uncover the jaw-dropping stories of history’s boldest icons and unsung heroes. From outrageous escapades to ingenious breakthroughs, every episode is packed with legendary tales you didn’t learn in school (but wish you had). With sharp wit and a shared sense of curiosity, Johnny and Gav turn history into a rollercoaster of laughs and surprises. Whether it’s daring escapes, bizarre inventions, or the quirky habits of history’s game-changers, you’ll be hooked on their unique take on the past. Perfect for history buffs, comedy lovers, and anyone who enjoys a cracking good story, Bloomin’ Legends is your new favourite podcast for unforgettable adventures through time. Get in touch with @BloominLegends on tik tok & Instagram. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: [email protected] This is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough. Executive Producer, Chris Janes Commissioning Editor, Chris Lander
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