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Jan 2020
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Welcome to Twisted History

Barstool Sports
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Barstool Sports presents Twisted History. Twisted History is a petulant and irreverent look at the darker side of history hosted by two guys (Large and Vibbs) who had to look up the words “petulant” and “irreverent”. It’s been called a "delightful romp through the annals is murder and mayhem” by Large’s wife, and the series aims to entertain by shedding lig ... Show More
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