Picture this: a refreshing gin and tonic in hand, an exclusive new intro and outro song by Cory Akers in your ears, and a captivating story ready to unfold. Welcome to another episode of History Buffoons, where we spice things up with exciting updates and a touch of humor. We share our thoughts on a potential logo makeover that aligns us more closely with our companion podcast, Origin of Weird, and recount a friend's hilarious logo suggestion that had us laughing out loud. As we sip on our locally sourced gin from Plymouth's Plank Road Distillery, we set the stage for a thrilling historical narrative.

Journey with us as we unravel the extraordinary life of Jacquie Davis, the UK’s first female bodyguard, who broke barriers in the 1970s. From protecting the wives of Gulf sheiks to executing daring rescue missions in Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, Jacquie’s story is one of grit, resilience, and groundbreaking achievements in a male-dominated industry. We highlight her transition from a London police officer to an elite bodyguard, emphasizing her adaptability and courage. As Jacquie navigates high-stakes escape missions, her expertise and innovative strategies shine, offering a glimpse into the challenging yet enthralling world of private security. We also touch on Jacquie’s role as a media consultant and her contributions to the Netflix film "Close," leaving you with an appreciation for her illustrious career.

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The Circuit: The world’s top female bodyguard reveals the truth about her career in covert operations by Ms Jacquie Davis

https://www.amazon.com/Circuit-worlds-bodyguard-reveals-operations/dp/1916379400/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PZLLJ6YDUTY6&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.U90SIxX1NpLQWE_3Uu5bi9LF6FyOdgi2PeT_3ZzmRc-TTI385BvY2QgcqnWlmfHgrrogk8ke4B1kA3uq_BWdqV7tKdYZ9my9tL3ze84Jx2rpWftadsSNgnCx85NaHEEz.ZAGAEoMiICqnYx71KM4uDxNx72OW76Zx34EOcy-THaY&dib_tag=se&keywords=jacquie+davis&qid=1736948061&sprefix=jacquie+davis%2Caps%2C141&sr=8-1

The UK’s first ever female bodyguard Jacquie Davis on protecting the A-list, male egos and narrow escapes by Susie Mesure

https://inews.co.uk/news/uk-first-female-bodyguard-jacquie-davis-a-list-mal

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