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b'In this episode of "Stupiracy," Tim and Riz unravel the lascivious layers of General Daniel E. Sickles\' life\\u2014from his scandalous sex parties across from the White House to a notorious murder that scandalized Washington. Dive deep into Civil War secrets and discover how Sickles\' audacious antics connect to the Star-Spangled Banner. Strap in for a wild ride through history where legality, insanity, and high society mix with a dash of good old fashioned American scandal.\\n\\nShow Notes:\\nOverview:\\xa0Tim McKernan and Riz explore the tantalizing and tumultuous history of General Daniel E. Sickles, a man whose life was as controversial as it was colorful. From his dubious birthdate to his role in one of the most famous American songs, Sickles\' story is anything but ordinary.\\nTopics Discussed:\\n\\nThe origins and implications of "Sickles Cocking"\\n\\nThe notorious Sickles sex parties in Washington D.C.\\n\\nThe murder of Philip Barton Key by Sickles in broad daylight\\n\\nThe first successful use of the temporary insanity defense by Sickles\' attorney, future Secretary of War Edwin Stanton\\n\\nSickles\' military career, including his dubious decisions and heroic actions during the Civil War\\n\\nThe post-war life of Sickles, including his contributions to military and public service\\n\\nEntities Mentioned:\\n\\nGeneral Daniel E. Sickles\\n\\nPhilip Barton Key\\n\\nFrancis Scott Key\\n\\nEdwin Stanton\\n\\nMariah Carey\\n\\nCivil War battles such as the Battle of Gettysburg\\n\\nKen Burns (in reference to his Civil War documentary)\\n\\n\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'