Ben tells the story of Marion Zioncheck, inventor of the Zioncheck Zipper* and the only sitting member of congress to escape from an insane asylum.
This is the second part of our live show featuring guests Major Garrett (CBS News), Margaret Talev (Syracuse University/Axios) & Doug Heye (too many to list). Check out the first part in episode #338 Murder & Mayhem in the Capital City.
Special thanks to Rivers Langley of The Goods from The Woods for recommending the Zioncheck story to Ben.
If you enjoy this trivia round, make sure to check out Perfect Timing, the comedy game show that Ben hosts monthly at The Lab at Zanies Nashville! You can follow us on instagram at @PTgameshow
The conversation was recorded on May 29, 2025 at The Hamilton Live in Washington, DC. Thanks to Matt Burton and the crew at The Hamilton for hosting us and to everyone who came out to the show!
This episode was edited by Ben Sawyer.
* 2oz rye
3/4oz honey syrup
6-8 mint leaves
Muddle mint, stir, serve in a double old fashioned glass with crushed ice and a mint sprig for garnish
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