The annals of history hold a special place for people who have carried out treachery and betrayed their own. Thousands of years later, their names are still synonymous with being a scoundrel around the world. From Marcus Brutus to Vidkun Quisling and more, in this classic episode Josh and Chuck examine some of the bigger turncoats to live -- and exonerate others.
# Stuff You Should Know Episode Summary
Curious about how certain names became synonymous with betrayal? Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating history of the world's most famous traitors, from Benedict Arnold's dramatic West Point scheme during the American Revolution to Tokyo Rose's controversial conviction during World War II. Along the way, they uncover surprising evidence that some of history's most infamous "traitors" may not have actually betrayed anyone, and explore how smear campaigns and misunderstandings have cemented certain names into our cultural vocabulary as shorthand for treachery—including Caesar's assassins, Judas Iscariot, and the infamous Mata Hari.
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