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Bloomin' Legends with Johnny Vaughan & Gavin Woods

Bloomin' Legends with Johnny Vaughan & Gavin Woods

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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: dax@global.com This is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough. Executive Producer, Chris Janes Commissioning Editor, Chris LanderCopyright 2025 Global Art World
Episodes
  • Geronimo: The Fearless Apache Warrior Who Fought an Empire and Became a Legend
    Jul 6 2025

    Welcome back to Bloomin’ Legends! The podcast where we uncover the wildest, most legendary, and unbelievable true stories from history!

    Which you can now WATCH in full, on the Radio X Youtube Channel!

    In this episode, Johnny Vaughan and Gavin "The Woodman" Woods track the incredible life of Geronimo—the Apache leader whose name became a global battle cry. From daring escapes to brutal battles against Mexico and the United States, Geronimo became a symbol of defiance, survival, and rebellion.

    What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

    🪓 Apache Avenger – How Geronimo turned personal tragedy into a lifelong war for freedom

    🏹 The Master of Escape – His impossible getaways that made him the most wanted man in America

    💥 The US Army’s Worst Nightmare – Why thousands of soldiers couldn’t catch one man in the desert

    🎖️ From Warrior to World Star – How Geronimo went from resistance leader to sideshow celebrity in his final years

    Bloomin’ Legend or Not?

    At the end of the episode, we decide: Was Geronimo a true Bloomin’ Legend? Or just the last outlaw of a dying world?


    🎥 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 bloominlegends@global.com 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.com

    This is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough.

    Executive Producer: Chris Janes

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    52 mins
  • Ivan the Terrible: The Bloodthirsty Tsar Who Ruled with Fear, Fury & Flying Monks
    Jun 29 2025

    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 take us into the dark and deranged reign of Ivan the Terrible. The first Tsar of Russia whose violent outbursts, bizarre behaviour, and brutal purges made him one of history’s scariest rulers... and possibly its weirdest.

    What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

    👑 Russia’s First Tsar – How Ivan crowned himself and rewrote the Russian playbook

    💀 The Bloody Oprichniki – His terrifying private death squad who spread fear across the land

    ⚔️ Paranoia, Rage & Tragedy – Why Ivan saw enemies everywhere… even in his own family

    🚀 The Monk He Launched Into Space (Sort Of) – The strange, possibly true story of Ivan’s most bizarre execution

    Bloomin’ Legend or Not?

    At the end of the episode, we decide: Was Ivan the Terrible a true Bloomin’ Legend? Or just Russia’s most dangerous madman?

    Join the Conversation!

    📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends

    📩 Got your own legendary story? Whether epic, absurd, or just plain bonkers! Send it to bloominlegends@global.com 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.com

    This is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough.

    Executive Producer: Chris Janes

    Commissioning Editor: Chris Lander

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    49 mins
  • Shep Gordon: The Rock’n’Roll Supermensch Who Made Stars, Mayhem & Maui Magic
    Jun 22 2025

    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 Hawaii

    Bloomin’ 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 bloominlegends@global.com 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.com

    This is a Global Original podcast, produced by Ben Fairclough.

    Executive Producer: Chris Janes

    Commissioning Editor: Chris Lander

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    42 mins
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