In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck discuss the notorious Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, more commonly referred to as the Hells Angels.
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In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive into the world of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, exploring everything from their founding in 1940s California to their infamous reputation and inner workings. The hosts cover the club's history, membership process, iconic patches and colors, and examine the difference between myth and reality when it comes to this notorious organization. They also discuss Hunter S. Thompson's famous year embedded with the group and how his book shaped public perception of outlaw motorcycle clubs.
Movies Discussed
Death Wish
"I got him confused with Charles Bronson and Deathwitch — Chuck makes a correction about mistakenly confusing Bernie Goetz with Charles Bronson's character from Death Wish."
— Chuck
Gimme Shelter
"it was famously recorded in the concert film Gimme Shelter — Josh discusses the Altamont Free Concert where the Hells Angels provided security, which was documented in this Rolling Stones concert film."
— Josh
Wild Hogs
"They sued Disney a couple of years ago for that movie, Wild Hogs — Josh mentions that the Hells Angels sued Disney over the movie Wild Hogs for allegedly using their logo without permission."
— Josh
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