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The Dark Side of Frank Lloyd Wright, Part One: Professional Success and Personal Turmoil

The Dark Side of Frank Lloyd Wright, Part One: Professional Success and Personal Turmoil

Author: iHeartPodcasts August 25, 2026 Duration: 44:49
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Frank Lloyd Wright is one of the world's most well-known, storied (ha) architects. Several of his works are official UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and he has undeniably influenced countless architects in the modern day. However, as Ben, Noel, and Max learn in the first part of this special two-part series, Frank's massive professional success came with a dark side: accusations of cult activity, scandalous affairs, and even mass murder.

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History is beautiful, brutal and, often, ridiculous. Join Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown as they dive into some of the weirdest stories from across the span of human civilization in Ridiculous History, a podcast by iHeartRadio.
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