Ridiculous Crime Interviews: Matthew Campbell and The Man Who Stole the Gods
Summary
Hosts Zarin and Terry discuss a Seattle Mariners hat with a built-in fanny pack before interviewing author Matthew Campbell about his book, *The Man Who Stole the Gods*. Campbell details a 70-year conspiracy involving the looting of Cambodian antiquities during the Khmer Rouge era. Key figures include art dealer Douglas Latchford and Tuk-Tik, a former child soldier turned tomb raider who sought redemption by exposing the thefts.
Topics discussed
Intro, SimpliSafe and Pennzoil ads
EbGliss eczema medication ad
The ridiculous Seattle Mariners fanny pack hat
Introducing the episode on art crime in Cambodia
Meeting author Matthew Campbell and his book
The scope of the story and character Douglas Latchford
Latchford's obsession and lack of empathy
Balancing history, war, and museum politics
The Khmer Rouge and their relationship with Angkor Wat
Mid-roll ads for SimpliSafe, sports, and Portlandia
Cambodia's ancient Khmer civilization and Angkor Wat
Jim Thompson and the early art trade in Southeast Asia
Latchford's bodybuilding sponsorship and lifestyle
Mid-roll ads for SimpliSafe, Hollywood Handbook, and Solita
Toktik: From Khmer Rouge soldier to tomb raider
The discovery of the Skanda and Shiva sculptures
Listener mail and episode takeaways
Outro credits and final ads
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