Howard Hughes in Las Vegas
Summary
Josh and Chuck explore the bizarre life of Howard Hughes, focusing on his reclusive years in Las Vegas. They discuss his severe OCD, opioid addiction, and eccentric habits, such as wearing tissue boxes as shoes and buying hotels to avoid eviction. The episode covers his attempt to legitimize the mob-run city, his racist views, and his eventual decline, contrasting historical facts with Hollywood portrayals.
Topics discussed
Intro and Ad Breaks
Supporting Independent Podcasts
Howard Hughes: Early Life and Aviation
The Plane Crash and Opioid Addiction
Moving to Las Vegas for Tax Shelter
Reclusive Life at the Desert Inn
OCD, Germaphobia, and Tissue Boxes
Staff, Mormons, and Ad Breaks
Daily Routine and Medical Care
Movie Obsessions and TV Control
Buying the Desert Inn and Vision for Vegas
Political Influence and Controversial Views
Ad Breaks
Rivalry with Kirk Kerkorian
Leaving Vegas and Hollywood Myths
Death, Estate, and Psychological Profile
Listener Emails and Outro
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