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Kidnapping Fangio, Pt. 1: A History

Continuing our hosts’ journey through Cuba, we take our first of a four-part look at the famed kidnapping of Juan Manuel Fangio. A five-time Formula One World Champion by 1958, the Argentine Grand Prix driver arrived at the burgeoning Cuban Grand Prix looking to repeat his previous year’s victory. Fate, however, would have other plans as Fidel Castro and his revolutionary 26th of July movement sought to publicly embarrass Cuba’s President, Fulgencio Batista, by kidnapping the event’s biggest star. In this episode, we take a look at the origins of each character… through song?

English
  • Originally Aired July 27, 2024
  • Runtime 38 minutes
  • Created July 29, 2024 by
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  • Modified July 29, 2024 by
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