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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
  • Bonus Episode: Vote for the Bloomin Legend of the Year!
    Nov 27 2025

    It’s a big moment here on Bloomin Legends, and you’re officially part of it.

    As 2025 comes to a close, Johnny & Gav gearing up to crown our very first Bloomin' Legend of the Year, and we need you to help decide who takes the title.

    Vote on our TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends or right here - https://linktr.ee/bloominlegends

    From fearless warriors to unhinged mystics, rebellious pirates to unbelievable survivalists, this year has been packed with some truly unforgettable figures:

    • Boudica
    • Rasputin
    • Bartholomew Roberts
    • Reg Spiers (yes… the man who posted himself to Australia)
    • Hugh Glass
    • Vlad the Impaler
    • Arthur Priest

    They've laid out their legendary tales and moments in every episode, now it’s time to choose the one legend who stands above the rest.

    Head to our socials and hit the link in our bio to cast your vote. You only get one, so choose wisely!

    Vote on our TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends or right here - https://linktr.ee/bloominlegends

    We’ll reveal the winner and officially crown the Bloomin Legend of the Year 2025 on December 29th. Don’t miss it!

    Join the Conversation!

    Send it to bloominlegends@global.com and we’ll decide if it’s Bloomin’ Legendary or not!

    👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate & review to help more people discover Bloomin’ Legends!

    Listen to all episodes on Global Player — download from your app store or visit www.globalplayer.com

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

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    4 mins
  • The French Robin Hood Who Made His Victims Dance: Gaspard De Besse
    Nov 24 2025

    Welcome back to Bloomin’ Legends! The podcast where Johnny Vaughan and Gavin “The Woodman” Woods dig up the wildest, boldest, and most unbelievable true stories from history!

    In this episode, the boys head to 18th-century Provence to meet Gaspard de Besse, the charming highwayman who became France’s very own Robin Hood. Born into poverty but blessed with charisma, speed, and a ridiculous streak of luck, Gaspard robbed stagecoaches, humiliated corrupt officials, and won over everyday people who saw him as a hero rather than a criminal.

    Whether he was escaping impossible traps, distributing stolen wealth, or running rings around entire garrisons of soldiers, Gaspard’s short life burned bright, and his legend only grew after his dramatic final capture.

    What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

    🏹 The Rise of a Rogue – How a poor kid from Besse became Provence’s most infamous outlaw

    💰 Robbery With Style – Why Gaspard’s charm made him more loved than feared

    🐎 Daring Escapes – The incredible ways he slipped through the fingers of the law

    ⚖️ A Folk Hero Is Born – How his execution only cemented his status as a French Robin Hood

    🎥 Watch the full episode now on the Bloomin’ Legends YouTube channel!

    Join the Conversation!

    📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends

    📩 Got your own legendary story, 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 & review to help more people discover Bloomin’ Legends!

    Listen to all episodes on Global Player, download from your app store or visit www.globalplayer.com

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

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    49 mins
  • China's answer to Tutankhamun: Fu Hao
    Nov 17 2025

    Welcome back to Bloomin’ Legends! The podcast where Johnny Vaughan and Gavin “The Woodman” Woods uncover the wildest, boldest, and most unbelievable true stories from history.

    In this episode, we dive into the astonishing life of Fu Hao, the Shang Dynasty warrior queen, high priestess, military commander, and one-woman wrecking crew who became ancient China’s answer to Tutankhamun.

    Her tomb, untouched for over 3,000 years, revealed treasures, weaponry, and secrets that rewrote everything we thought we knew about early Chinese civilisation. But long before archaeologists uncovered her legend, Fu Hao was out there leading armies, smashing enemies, and becoming one of the most powerful figures in Bronze Age Asia.

    What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

    ⚔️ China’s Ultimate Warrior Queen – A royal consort who became a battlefield legend

    🐅 Slayer of the Tu-Fang Tribe – How Fu Hao crushed one of the Shang’s fiercest enemies

    🔮 High Priestess Power – Why she was trusted to speak to the gods

    💎 The Tomb of Treasures – The discovery that made her China’s “Tutankhamun”

    🎥 Watch the full episode now on the Bloomin’ Legends YouTube channel!

    Join the Conversation!

    📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @BloominLegends

    📩 Got your own legendary story, 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 & review to help more people discover Bloomin’ Legends!

    Listen to all episodes on Global Player — download from your app store or head to www.globalplayer.com.

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

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    47 mins
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