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Greatest Escapes

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Kid Curry
World War I
John Dillinger
Butch Cassidy
Sundance Kid
Oleg Gordievsky
World War II
Old West
Alcatraz
Argentina
Gunther Plüschow
German Prisoners Of War
Train Robbery
Bank Heist
KGB
Soviet Union
Titanic
White Star Line
Violet Jessop
Bahia Blanca

On Greatest Escapes, host Arturo Castro (Broad City, Narcos, Alternatino) will be joined by some of his funniest friends in Hollywood to help piece together the puzzle of a new true escape story each week. We’ll revisit the most insane and infamous escapades of all time, from El Chapo to Zoe Progl to John Dillinger to those you’ve never heard of but won’t be able to forget.

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In this episode, Ed and Adam Scott explore a high-flying SNAFU that showcased just how valiant pilots must be when the engines run dry...literally. T... more

Ben Feldman (Monsters at Work, Superstore) sets off into the sunset with Arturo as they hop on the trail of one of the Wild West's greatest outlaws, Kid Curry.

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Ophira Eisenberg (Comedian and Host of 'Parenting is a Joke' podcast) partners with Arturo as they head back to World War II, and recap the biggest escape to ever occur from an American Prisoner of War Camp. (Spoiler Alert: the good guys still come o... more

Jon Barinholtz (American Auto, Chicago Party Aunt) helps Arturo infiltrate the Tower of London in the Elizabethan era, uncovering the tale of John Gerard, a covert priest with an uncanny aptitude for orange juice.

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Recent Guests

Adam Scott
Award-winning actor known for Parks and Recreation, Severance, and more
Actor
Episode: From SNAFU: Adam Scott and Air Transat Flight 236
Ophira Eisenberg
Comedian, Canadian, and public radio sensation
Episode: The Volleyball Escape with Ophira Eisenberg
Jon Barinholtz
Writer, actor, and producer, known for his work on American Auto and Superstore
Episode: Tales from the Tower of London with Jon Barinholtz
Aimee Carrero
Actress and voiceover artist, known as the Queen of Miami
Episode: The Manson Family's Squeaky Escapee with Aimee Carrero
Lauren Ash
Actress and comedian, host of True Crime and Cocktails
True Crime and Cocktails
Episode: Beefalo Buddies with Lauren Ash
Sunita Mani
Actress known for her various roles in film and television
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Episode: Dashing Dillinger with Sunita Mani
JD Pardo
Actor and producer, known for his charismatic personality
Episode: The Empty Raft of Alcatraz with JD Pardo
Kelsey McKinney
Host of Normal Gossip
Episode: Holloway Burgl with Kelsey McKinney
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Actor and filmmaker
Episode: Dannemora Duo with Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Host

Arturo Castro
Host of Greatest Escapes; known for his work in comedy and television; guides conversations with a rotating cast of guests.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 95 ratings
  • Such promise…

    Lost me halfway through episode one. I was genuinely enjoying it, getting accustomed to the light vibe and humor… then they told me that I, as a Christian, am equal to El Chapo… all Christians are psychopaths, stated pretty flatly.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Harthkóss
    United States5 months ago
  • So good

    When are we getting another season?? The host does a fantastic job of bringing exciting stories to life with a great sense of humor!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sal209
    United States5 months ago
  • Obsessed with Arturo

    I knew I loved him in broad city. I needed more then, and I still need more 😭❤️ he never fails to make me smile laugh & gasp. ❤️ We love you Arturo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sexyotter
    Canadaa year ago
  • Such a fun Podcast!

    I wait weekly to get my dose of Greatest Escapes. Arturo brings these stories with such a fun approach, sound effects and all! Can’t wait to hear what’s the next escape. 😉

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Druberries
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excited for more episodes!

    Interesting and entertaining!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J1234C
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans respond well to the banter and sound design, making historical escapes feel lively and approachable.
Listeners praise the host's energy and chemistry with guests, noting the show's humor and engaging storytelling.
Some listeners wish for tighter focus and less off-topic banter, but overall sentiment is enthusiastic and loyal.

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#201
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Wildest of the Wild Bunch with Ben Feldman
Q: Have you ever considered robbing a train?
Feldman jokingly mentions that he thinks about robbing places often but doesn't find trains particularly lucrative.
Wildest of the Wild Bunch with Ben Feldman
Q: Ben, what do you consider to be your greatest escape?
Feldman shares a humorous story about a time he accidentally took mescaline at a concert, describing how he felt trapped in his own head amidst a hallucinated scene of demons and chaos.
Tales from the Tower of London with Jon Barinholtz
Q: What do you think about an escape involving orange juice?
I imagine they made the orange juice acidic and they were able to melt the locks.
Tales from the Tower of London with Jon Barinholtz
Q: What do you know about the Tower of London?
I just know that it currently has the crown jewels in it, I think.
Destination Cuba with Diallo Riddle
Q: What do you take away from stories of Panthers like Assata?
I think police organizations have to realize that there were some abuses that led to a lack of trust in these communities and that there's a lot of healing that has to take place.

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A humor-infused history podcast that explores famous and obscure escape stories each week, hosted by a comedian and actor with a flair for banter and vivid storytelling. Episodes pair lighthearted banter and dynamic guest conversations with colorful historical context, from classic Western outlaws to WWII prison escapes, while weaving in personal anecdotes and modern pop-culture riffs. The show stands out for its playful tone, sharp chemistry with guests, and use of sound design to bring dramatic escapes to life, making true-crime-meets-hungry-for-history entertainment that's accessible and highly repeatable for fans of both genres.

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Recent guests on Greatest Escapes include:

1. Adam Scott
2. Ophira Eisenberg
3. Jon Barinholtz
4. Aimee Carrero
5. Lauren Ash
6. Sunita Mani
7. JD Pardo
8. Kelsey McKinney

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