Dancing with Myself (and the Thai Army): Billy Idol Takes Bangkok
03/03/22 • 37 min
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Three weeks. Three hotels. Three vices (booze, drugs, and purchased sex). In 1989, rock icon Billy Idol got wild in Bangkok, seeking total oblivion and taking it to a whole new level. Enter the Thai Army and their tranquilizer guns. Was that rock bottom for Idol? Not even close.
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Three weeks. Three hotels. Three vices (booze, drugs, and purchased sex). In 1989, rock icon Billy Idol got wild in Bangkok, seeking total oblivion and taking it to a whole new level. Enter the Thai Army and their tranquilizer guns. Was that rock bottom for Idol? Not even close.
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Ridiculous Crime - Dancing with Myself (and the Thai Army): Billy Idol Takes Bangkok
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In this captivating episode titled "Dancing with Myself (and the Thai Army): Billy Idol Takes Bangkok," listeners are drawn into the wild and unpredictable journey of iconic musician Billy Idol. Accompanied by his friend Harry Johnson, Billy embarks on a three-week drug-infused adventure in Thailand to alleviate heartbreak after a breakup. From being forcibly removed from a hotel room by armed soldiers to encounters with celebrities like Mel Gibson, this episode takes you through a rollercoaster of events. The story highlights Billy's reckless behavior, including trashing hotel rooms and engaging with sex workers. Despite facing setbacks and missing out on movie roles due to a motorcycle accident, Billy eventually turns his life around and continues touring. You won't want to miss this gripping tale of self-destruction, redemption, and the enduring spirit of a rock legend.
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Ridiculous Crime. It's a production of I Heart Radio, Zarin. You know what's ridiculous? Yes? Did you know only nineteen authors sold more new books last year than Matthew McConaughey. He was twenty for the year. Ridiculous, Just ridiculous. Matthew McConaughey, Yeah, he was the most. He sold more books, more new books last year than all but nineteen professional writers and authors. That's completely ridiculous. Just go figure. Well, you know wh
Dancing with Myself (and the Thai Army): Billy Idol Takes Bangkok Top Questions Answered
Who sold the second highest number of new books last year among professional writers and authors?
Matthew McConaughey.
Why was Billy Idol forcibly removed from his hotel room in Thailand?
He had been on a three-week drug binge.
Who accompanied Billy Idol on his trip to Thailand?
His friend Harry Johnson.
Why did Billy Idol's girlfriend leave him?
She overheard him talking to another woman on the phone.
What did Billy Idol and his friend plan to do in Thailand initially?
They planned to drink and visit brothels but avoid drugs.
What did they end up getting from a cab driver when they asked for cocaine?
They received eight inches of China white heroin instead.
Who else was staying at the hotel where Billy Idol and his friends were staying?
Even the Queen of England was staying at that hotel.
Why did Billy Idol end up trashing the hotel room?
He went crazy on tranquilizers when he couldn't find liquor because the stores were closed.
What did Billy Idol use to chase a dragon when they couldn't find tinfoil?
He used candy bar wrappers instead.
Why did the hotel manager call the Thai military for help?
Billy Idol refused to leave, prioritizing heroin over going back to Los Angeles.
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