Absurd But True: The Man Who Sold the Eiffel Tower

Unbelievable real stories, told straight—this week: how a con artist convinced Paris he owned the Eiffel Tower.

Discover the astonishing story of the man who managed to sell the Eiffel Tower—an incredible feat of deception that seems too unbelievable to be real. Through deadpan storytelling, this episode explores how a clever con artist pulled off one of history's most bizarre and audacious scams, revealing the surprising truths behind seemingly impossible tales. Prepare to be both entertained and enlightened by this revealing look at a truly absurd but true story.