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418 - A Brief(ish) History of Torture

Timesuck with Dan Cummins

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The Dark Legacy of Torture: Ancient Practices and Their Impact

This chapter explores the brutal history of torture in Ancient Greece and the Roman Empire, focusing on the legal and societal implications of such practices. It discusses infamous methods, including the rack, crucifixion, and the gruesome use of molten gold, highlighting how these acts were used as tools for social control and public spectacle. The chapter also examines the concept of coerced confessions, critiquing the flawed belief in their reliability and reflecting on the moral implications of witnessing such tortures.

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