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Discover the most bizarre and botched deaths in history from the unkillable homeless man who survived antifreeze to the "Toxic Lady" who hospitalized an entire ER.

In this "February Fatales" edition of The Day’s Grimm, we dive into five extraordinary historical deaths that occurred during the shortest month of the year. You will explore the limits of human resilience, the horror of medieval execution blunders, and the strange chemistry that turned a hospital visit into a biohazard emergency. Whether it's a royal tragedy or a fatal presidential encounter, these stories prove that truth is often darker and stranger than fiction.

We break down the incredible survival (and ultimate end) of "Iron Mike" Malloy, the gruesome details of Mary Queen of Scots' final moments, and the chaotic Hawaiian skirmish that claimed Captain James Cook. Stick around until the end to see how we rank these historical milestones from "mid" to the ultimate "gold" standard of grim history.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to February Fatales: Five Deaths of the Month
2:37 The "Iron Mike" Malloy Saga: Antifreeze, Oysters, and Resilience
11:12 Mary Queen of Scots: The Botched Execution and the Hidden Dog
17:15 The Hawaiian Skirmish: The Rise and Fall of Captain James Cook
23:18 The Fatal Mistress: Felix Faure’s "Grand Mort"
28:05 Gloria Ramirez: The Mystery of the "Toxic Lady"
34:06 Ranking the Grim: Who Takes the Gold?

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Malloy

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/the-gruesome-beheading-of-mary-queen-of-scots/KT6ES7HXAEMBLTJQTSYBOYQMBU/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_James_Cook#:~:text=On%2014%20February%201779%20British,and%2017%20Hawaiians%20were%20killed.

https://www.francophilesanonymes.com/en/felix-faure/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Gloria_Ramirez

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In this episode of The Days Grimm, Brian Michael Day and Thomas Grimm sit down with long-time friend, entrepreneur, and DIY content creator Kyle Biggs to discuss the realities of building a business and a real estate portfolio from the ground up. Kyle shares his journey from running a trailer rental business to successfully "house hacking" three different properties by living in them and driving "soft value" through smart, budget-friendly renovations.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by home repairs or wondered how to transition from a 9-to-5 into real estate, this episode provides a grounded, no-nonsense perspective. Kyle breaks down his "lazy-proof" philosophy for home maintenance famously featured in his TikTok series and explains why most people are just one YouTube tutorial away from saving thousands of dollars on home projects.

Beyond the hammer and nails, the conversation dives deep into the mindset of an entrepreneur. Kyle candidly discusses his "first failure" with KB Trailer Rentals and the invaluable lessons he learned about scalability, accounting, and trusting your gut when dealing with difficult clients. We also explore the future of content creation, including how Kyle uses AI tools like Gemini to plan his videos and the technical hurdles of moving from phone editing to professional software like DaVinci Resolve.

Whether you're looking for actionable real estate advice or just need a kick in the pants to clean out your air vents, this episode is packed with authentic stories and practical takeaways for the modern blue-collar entrepreneur.

KEY TOPICS COVERED:

• The "House Hacking" Strategy: How to buy, renovate, and rent properties while living in them.
• Driving "Soft Value": Why kitchen and bathroom updates offer the best return on investment.
• Lessons from Business Failure: What shutting down a trailer rental business taught Kyle about scalability.
• The Power of YouTube University: Learning complex trades like plumbing and drywall for free.
• Property Management: When to stop doing the work yourself and hire a pro for passive income.
• Content Creation Workflow: How to film and edit high-performing TikToks in under 30 minutes.
• AI for Entrepreneurs: Using deep research models to plan a 50-video content strategy.

NOTABLE QUOTES:

• "YouTube is where I learned my shit. For real. 100%." (Kyle Biggs)
• "Trust your gut and know when to refuse service to anybody you want." (Kyle Biggs)
• "Passive income... that’s really what it’s about. You can go to sleep and still have that money coming in." (Thomas Grimm)
• "Be original, be yourself, don't fucking fake it till you make it. Just do the shit you like doing." (Brian Michael Day)

If you enjoyed Kyle’s no-nonsense approach to DIY and business, hit the subscribe button and let us know in the comments: What is the one home repair project you’ve been putting off because you’re "too lazy" to start? Don't forget to like and share this episode with someone looking to start their real estate journey!

TIMELINE:

00:00 - Introduction and the "clown shoes"

06:38 - Transitioning from trailer rentals to real estate

10:59 - The "Ho

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Discover the most bizarre, brutal, and world-altering deaths that all share one thing in common: they happened in January.

From the first firearm assassination in human history to a mathematical genius who literally starved himself out of paranoia, we rank the top 5 historical exits you won't believe actually happened.

In this episode of The Day's Grimm, Brian Michael Day and Thomas Grimm peel back the curtain on history’s darkest monthly archives. You will learn the true (and gruesome) story of Guy Fawkes’ final moments, the "curse" of the train ticket found in Albert Camus’ pocket, and the scandalous rumors surrounding King Louis XII’s over-exertion in the bedroom. We don't just list these deaths; we rank them based on pure shock value and historical impact.

Watch as we break down 16th-century conspiracies and 20th-century paranoia to find out which January death takes the #1 spot. Whether it's a car crash that might have been a KGB hit or a king whose death was blamed on "gout," these are the stories history books usually gloss over.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 Welcome to The Day’s Grimm

1:38 Death #1: The Philosopher’s Fatal Car Crash (Albert Camus)

4:05 The KGB Conspiracy & The Train Ticket

6:12 Death #2: The Night Paralysis Demon (Kurt Gödel)

12:23 The Man Who Starved to Death Out of Fear

13:52 Death #3: The First Gunshot Heard ‘Round the World (Regent Moray)

16:15 Death #4: Guy Fawkes & The Gunpowder Plot

20:03 The Brutal Torture of the Rack

23:51 Death #5: The Vengeful King & The Bedroom Scandal (Louis XII)

34:45 THE RANKING: Who Had the Wildest January Death?

Sources Cited:

Albert Camus (Jan 4, 1960)

Source: https://www.britannica.com/story/how-did-albert-camus-die

Kurt Gödel (Jan 14, 1978)

Source: https://piggsboson.medium.com/the-mathematical-genius-who-starved-himself-to-death-68fd4bbee269

James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray (Jan 23, 1570)

Source: https://www.stewartsociety.org/history-of-the-stewarts.cfm?section=battles-and-historical-events&subcatid=2&histid=509

Guy Fawkes (Jan 31, 1606)

Source: https://www.worldhistory.org/Gunpowder_Plot/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22244257386

King Louis XII of France (Jan 1, 1515)

Source: https://www.factinate.com/people/41-raunchy-facts-about-king-francis-i-father-of-the-french-renaissance

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