Gentlemen, This Is Democracy Manifest: the Tale of Succulent Chinese Meal Man
03/17/22 • 43 min
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Listeners Charlotte and Phil suggested this ridiculous crime (and viral sensation) from Down Under. This is the tale of a legendary Australian video that tickled an entire continent and created a folk hero. But who, exactly, was this folk hero? The plot thickens!
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Listeners Charlotte and Phil suggested this ridiculous crime (and viral sensation) from Down Under. This is the tale of a legendary Australian video that tickled an entire continent and created a folk hero. But who, exactly, was this folk hero? The plot thickens!
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Ridiculous Crime - Gentlemen, This Is Democracy Manifest: the Tale of Succulent Chinese Meal Man
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Gentlemen, This Is Democracy Manifest: the Tale of Succulent Chinese Meal Man Top Questions Answered
Who is Paul Doza and why is he famous in Australia?
Paul Doza was an oddity who became nationally known in Australia after a video of his arrest went viral due to his boisterous charm and the line he delivered, earning him the nickname "succulent Chinese meal man."
When was the video of Paul Doza's arrest filmed and when was it uploaded to YouTube?
The video of Paul Doza's arrest was filmed in 1999, but it was uploaded to YouTube in 2009.
Were there doubts about the authenticity of the video?
Yes, there were theories and conspiracies surrounding the video's authenticity, but it is believed to be genuine footage.
What were some of the criticisms regarding Paul Doza's identity in the video?
Some people doubted whether Paul Doza was actually the man in the video due to differences in accent, facial appearance, and demeanor.
Who portrayed the "succulent Chinese meal man" in The Chats' music video?
The character of the "succulent Chinese meal man" in The Chats' music video was portrayed by Jack Ka, also known as Cecil George Edwards, an artist who had some run-ins with the law.
How did the band find out that Cecil George Edwards was the "succulent Chinese meal man"?
The band hasn't revealed how they discovered Cecil George Edwards as the "succulent Chinese meal man."
What other artwork does Cecil George Edwards create?
Cecil George Edwards is a painter known for creating artwork that often depicts scenes of himself being arrested.
What do the Ridiculous Crime podcast hosts encourage listeners to do?
The Ridiculous Crime podcast hosts encourage listeners to share tips or confessions of ridiculous crimes.
What crime did the person in this episode become famous for in Australia?
The person in this episode, Paul Doza, became famous in Australia for repeatedly dining and dashing at fine dining establishments in Sydney.
How many convictions did Paul Doza amass for dining and dashing?
Paul Doza accumulated over 190 convictions for dining and dashing.
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