Fanthropological

Upon arriving in France, we are swept away by a mysterious man who is out to steal our riches... and our hearts! This week, we're talking about one of the first, classic gentleman thieves: Arsene Lupin! Why was he less popular than Sherlock Holmes? Where is he now (figuratively)? Next week, we'll be on our way to Italy to listen to an inspirational movement (at the time), both progressive _and_ traditional: Rock Progressivo Italiano (RPI)! ## Episode outline ### [Last Episode's](http://fanthropological.com/e/37-beatlemaniacs-ft-graeme-from-reality-bomb/) Famous Last Words **G:** Arsene Lupin is an old-timey thing and isn't relevant anymore. **Z: ** Why... did Japan think there would be enough of a fandom for an anime? **T:** Why was _Sherlock Holmes_ so popular compared to this guy? A good guy (gentleman thief) on the wrong side of the law? That sounds like it should be more popular! ### Fandom Facts **Origins:** Arsene Lupin is a gentleman thief and master of disguise, and is the creation of Maurice