The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds 104 - The Hippo Bill
Aug 9, 2015
Comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds dive into The Hippo Bill, Frederick Burnham's daring missions, and the eccentric tale of importing hippos to America. From espionage fallout to the excitement of hippos as fast food items, the hosts deliver a hilarious and entertaining episode.
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Frederick's Corn Hiding Survival
- Frederick's mother hid him in green corn to protect him from Lakota warriors during a town attack.
- The fire didn't burn the green corn, so Frederick survived unnoticed, illustrating his early life struggles.
Frederick's Dead Cow Disguise
- Frederick disguised himself as a dead cow by crawling inside a cow's stomach to float down a river.
- He displayed remarkable scout skills and survival tactics in dangerous war zones.
Meat Shortage Sparks National Concern
- The U.S. faced a meat shortage as cattle population dropped with rising demand.
- This crisis triggered discussions of alternative meat sources and America's strength was questioned through the "meat question."