This episode of the podcast is a wild ride, full of fascinating stories and hilarious moments. From a Polish truck driver's surprising confession to a cheating scandal in the world of chess, this episode has it all. The hosts dive into the world of high-stakes competition, where the line between victory and defeat is thin, and the consequences of cheating can be severe.The conversation takes a turn for the absurd when the hosts discuss a Polish truck driver who was caught smuggling eight million dollars worth of cocaine in a shipment of Kim Kardashian's Skims products. But it's not just the bizarre nature of the story that's interesting - it's the fact that the hosts are having a blast discussing it. They also delve into the world of competitive chess, where a cheating scandal involving a 19-year-old American kid and a world chess champion has left the chess community reeling.The hosts also chat with Ben Mezrich, author of the new book "Checkmate," which tells the story of the biggest cheating scandal in the history of chess. Mezrich shares some of the wild and unbelievable details of the scandal, including the use of vibrating anal beads to cheat. It's a story that's equal parts fascinating and disturbing.If you're looking for a podcast that's full of humor, intrigue, and fascinating stories, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear the hosts' hilarious reactions to the Polish truck driver's confession, the cheating scandal in chess, and the wild story behind Mezrich's new book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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